Out of Autoclave Composite Curing Oven

Gruenberg Out Of Autoclave Composite Curing Oven

Product details

Gruenberg out of autoclave curing ovens feature a flexible design that is ideal for composite materials of complex contours, shapes and sizes. These ovens are used to cure advanced composite materials such as carbon fibers, ceramics, Kevlar®, Nomex®, thermoset, thermoplastic resins, epoxies, aramids, glass fibers and nano-materials. Standard and custom sizes are available to fit any workspace and accommodate any application.

Key Specifications

  • Operating Temperature: +350°F (176.5°C)
  • Maximum Temperature: +450°F (232°C)
  • Temperature Uniformity: +/-5°C
  • Workspace: Custom

   

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Gruenberg out of autoclave curing ovens feature a flexible design that is ideal for composite materials of complex contours, shapes and sizes. These ovens are used to cure advanced composite materials such as carbon fibers, ceramics, Kevlar®, Nomex®, thermoset, thermoplastic resins, epoxies, aramids, glass fibers and nano-materials. Standard and custom sizes are available to fit any workspace and accommodate any application.

Key Specifications

  • Operating Temperature: +350°F (176.5°C)
  • Maximum Temperature: +450°F (232°C)
  • Temperature Uniformity: +/-5°C
  • Workspace: Custom
  • Heavy-duty, fully welded structural steel frame or panelized construction
  • Automated vacuum bagging systems
  • High volume, vertical-up air circulation system
  • Airflow alarm system
  • CHIL construction
  • Structural steel support framework
  • High volume vertical-up airflow system
  • Circulation fans with ports
  • Isolated conditioning plenum above chamber
  • Adjustable dampers
  • Allen-Bradley Compact Logix Programmable Logic Controller
  • High Limit Controller Yokogawa UT150L
  • Ethernet connectivity plus RS-232 and USB
  • Differential air pressure switch
  • Sheathed heaters, Incoloy

Gruenberg ovens are designed with the capability to incorporate many other optional features for safety purposes, enhanced process control, and a simplified operator interface. Consult a Gruenberg Applications Engineer or our Service Department for more information or questions.

  • Trucks, transfer carts, and trays
  • Pneumatically operated vertical lift doors
  • Installation and start-up assistance
  • Custom ports for instruments, piping, vacuum
  • Custom airflow configurations
  • Custom air changes per minute
  • Custom chambers to prep molds or preheat raw material
  • Chart recorders and data acquisition modules
  • Automated damping system

Chart Recorder

  • Circular or strip type
  • Records temperature versus time
  • Some models include digital display
  • J thermocouple for temperature measurement

Allen-Bradley MicroLogix PLC

  • 10 Digital inputs
  • 6 Digital outputs
  • 2 Analog inputs
  • Ability to add digital, analog, RTD, and thermocouple modules to customize the controller for your application.
  • Supports expansion I/O -- up to four 1762 I/O modules
  • High speed I/O: 20 kHz HSC, 20 kHz 
  • PTO/PWM output
  • 4KB user-program memory
  • 4KB-word, user-data memory
  • Up to 128KB for data logging and 64KB for recipes
  • Built-in 10/100 Mbps EtherNet / IP Port

Pneumatically operated lid system

  • Two pneumatic cylinders open lid with actuation through push buttons
  • Reed switches detect piston location
  • Limit switches

Vacuum System

  • An array of systems may be employed:
    Rotary vance, scroll, reciprocating, oil-filled pump, oil-less pump.
  • Flexible design can cure composite materials of complex contours, shapes, and sizes with little to no void content
  • Cures advanced composite materials such as carbon fibers, ceramics, Kevlar®, Nomex®, thermoset, thermoplastic resins, epoxies, aramids, glass fibers, and nano-materials
  • Customizable to unique industry applications, including aerospace, sports & recreation, marine, automobile, and wind/energy
  • Economical operation with energy-efficient, quick cycle times
  • Excellent temperature uniformity and precisely controlled airflow
  • Standard and custom sizes to fit any workspace and accommodate any application

   

Request A Quote

Click here to request a quote for one of Gruenberg's sterilizers, dryers, or industrial ovens.