Heat Treating Equipment

Six-Way Power Control Console

The ability to control temperatures precisely is the key to accurate heat treatment. The Team 6-way control console is designed to provide six independently controlled, low voltage, high current outputs which precisely control workpiece temperature. Six electronic temperature controllers with a Coopermaster Temperature Setpoint Programmer allow the operator to manually or automatically control the heating process. Six commonly used programs based upon heating codes, typical materials, wall thickness and temperatures are permanently stored in memory and can be easily accessed. Any of these six programs may be modified for temporary use.

Power Source Ordering Information (PDF file)

Twin Heat Module

The Twin Heat Module (THM) uses the output of any AC or DC welding machine or transformer to provide one or two independent channels of temperature control for heat treatment. This power is typically supplied by a 65 or 85 VAC power source with a 300-amp per zone capacity.

The THM includes temperature controllers, contactor control switches and thermocouple output sockets to facilitate temperature recording. The THM also has the option of a 2-pen temperature recorder. A 16-gauge stainless steel case protects unit components during field operation.

Twin Heat Module Ordering Information (PDF file)

Controllers

Team Universal Digital Controllers (UDC) are specifically designed to manage the Team’s Six-Way Power Control Console and Twin Heat Module. The UDC-2500 Model which replaced the UDC-2300 Model provides basic manual control using the arrow keys to increase or decrease the rate. The programmable UDC-3500 Model which replaced the UDC-3300 Model has set point programming (SPP) capabilities that allow up to five programmed segments. The unique feature of the available Team UDC-3500 Model is that it has a special firmware program which simplifies the programming process.

All Team Controllers are easy to program, operate and read. All configurations and alignments are completed prior to shipment so that upon receipt, the controller can be placed immediately into service. Please note that if the new controller is replacing a previous model, minor rewiring will be required to install.

Controller Ordering Information (PDF file)

Recorders

Strip Chart Recorder

The strip chart recorder is a multi-point recorder whose field worthiness and variable configuration makes it ideally suited for on-site applications. The standard temperature recorder is available with 12 channels for reliable, accurate records of time-temperature profiles for all control and monitor thermocouples. Recorders are also available with 6 and 24 channels (μR-20000) or as a 2-pen model (μR-10000).

Digital Paperless Recorder

Team also offers a digital recorder option that allows for paperless recording. The SX has a 12.1-inch, color active matrix LCD touch-screen display for clear viewing and is available with up to 48 analog inputs. The QX is another available option with only 6 standard inputs. All collected time-temperature data can be saved to a compact flash (CF), USB storage device reader or linked directly through the Internet or LAN via an Ethernet connection. The recorder includes the software necessary to view the data on a computer. Additional firmware credits are available for purchase to unlock more features if required.

Recorder in Carrying Case

Team also offers a stand-alone recorder that can be installed into a carrying case. The recorder will be ‘socketed’ which means that an enclosure will be mounted to the back and wired with the thermocouple jack panel and a power cord. The digital recorders also include an Ethernet port. It can be plugged into any 110-volt power source and, with the use of male-to-male thermocouple jumper cables, will be able to provide time-temperature profiles. The carrying case is steel reinforced with a carrying handle and lined with polyurethane foam to protect the recorder during transit and on-site use. The case has removable front and rear doors for easy access.

Recorder Ordering Information (PDF file)

Power Cabling

Options To Fit Your Needs

A typical electric resistance heating circuit consists of the following components:

Multi-zone power console (e.g. 6-way) with female Camlock electrical power connectors and female thermocouple jack panels

Triple cable set to bring power and thermocouple cabling from the power source to the heaters with male Camlock and thermocouple connectors on the power console end and female connectors on the heater end

Splitter cable to connect multiple heaters in parallel in the same zone circuit with one large male Camlock connector and multiple small female Camlock connectors

Control thermocouple with a male polarized plug connector

Splitter Cable

Three-way splitters are standard to enable three heaters to be connected in parallel to a single control zone. Two splitter cables are needed for each zone. Each splitter cable connects one of the two power cables of a triple cable set to one side of the three parallel heaters. Two-way and four-way splitters are also available.

Triple Cable Set

A triple cable consists of a taped assembly of twin power cables and a thermocouple extension cable. The multi-stranded power cables are flexible and covered with a thermoplastic rubber insulation that is resistant to abrasion, oil, acid, ultraviolet light and high temperature. The type K thermocouple extension cable is solid 20-AWG PVC-sheathed shielded wire that is encased in a PVC abrasion-resistant jacket and equipped with a polarized male plug and female socket.

Power Cabling Ordering Information (PDF file)

Camlock Connectors

Camlock electrical power connectors achieve an insulated locking connection with an approximate 1/2-turn for high-amperage circuits. Connector sets are available in panel mount and in-line styles.

Camlock Connector Ordering Information (PDF file)

Thermocouple

To measure the surface temperature of a metallic workpiece, do not rely on contact heat transfer from your workpiece surface to the separate junction of a sheathed or twisted-wire thermocouple. Instead, get the most reliably accurate temperature measurement by turning the workpiece surface into a thermocouple junction with the use of a Thermocouple Attachment Unit (TAU).

The TAU provides major improvements over other methods for attaching thermocouples to both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. It attaches thermocouples directly to the workpiece and handles high temperatures, up to 2300°F, necessary for stress relieving carbon and low alloy steels. The portable, rugged TAU can reach any job easily. The unit attaches thermocouples quickly so that heat treating can be done promptly and the workpiece returned to use.

Thermocouple Ordering Information (PDF file)

Test Equipment

The Unical TC+ is a thermocouple simulator, which can source or measure all normalized IEC, DIN and JIS thermocouples (J, K, T, R, S, B, C, U, L N, E, F) as well as mV. It includes programmable scale factors, engineering units, quickstep simulation procedures and averaging. Output values are easily sent digitally via the tactile keypad. Input fuse protection prevents damage from inappropriate connections. The calibrator is protected with a rugged, shock-resistant case and an internal metal coating for shielding. For optimal cold junction compensation, the calibrator has a thin film RTD placed directly within the connection terminals. The Unical TC+ has a memory capability that will allow programming and storing of up to seven simulation programs with up to sixty values, allowing a true simulation of your specific thermal system for verification of the on-line instruments.

Test Equipment Ordering Information (PDF file)

Heaters

Team’s Flexible Ceramic Pad (FCP) Heaters are manufactured by weaving multi-stranded 80/20 Nichrome electric resistance heating wire through passages within interlocking ceramic beads. The beads are molded from sintered 94% Alumina ceramics, more that 3/8-inch thick. The Alumina has excellent high-temperature dielectric properties, which combined with the interlocking bead design provide FCP heaters with exceptional electrical insulating qualities.

The interlocking bead design imposes rigidity along the heater length while allowing flexibility along the heater width, enabling it to conform to the curved surfaces of pipes and pressure vessels. A nominal nine-inch length of nickel wire is welded to each end of the Nichrome wire to create a cold tail to prevent the electrically insulated Camlock connectors from being heated.

FCP heaters are generally available to two standard values: 80VAC, which are the most common, and 60VAC. Custom designed heaters, however, can also be provided.

Heater Ordering Information (PDF file)

Insulation Mats

Team Industrial Services, Inc. manufactures a variety of standard and custom insulation mats in which the insulating material (Ceramic Fiber or Needled Silica) is encased in a stapled or stitched protective outer layer of stainless steel-knitted mesh or high temperature silica welding cloth respectively. Cooperknit is also available as mats but does not require an outer protective layer.

Insulation Mat Ordering Information (PDF file)

Insulation Attachment

Insulation is secured to workpiece surfaces by means of steel banding or capacitance discharge-welded studs or pins and retaining clips. Team’s stocks banding and installation tools as well as insulation studs, pins, retaining clips and stud welders. All stud welding pins and clips are 12-gauge. Other sizes are available.

Insulation Attachment Ordering Information (PDF file)