Elite Thermal Systems

The VM furnace is a bench mounted furnace specially designed for determination of volatile matter in coal and coke samples as per ASTM D3175-11.

The VM vertical tube furnace has a working bore of 50mm. diameter and heated zone length of 190mm.

High grade resistance wire wound heating elements.

Standard Features

Maximum temperature: Upto 1000°C.
Continious operating temperature: Upto 950°C.
Top opening furnace with 50mm diameter and 150mm deep.
RCD (Residual current device) is fitted to provide enhance operator safety.
Protective outer mesh covers for improved operator safety.
High grade resistance wire wound heating elements.
Energy efficient, high quality, low thermal mass insulation.
A rugged metal sheathed control thermocouple is protected from accidental damage and allows full use of work tube bore.
High end Microprocessor PID temperature controller to maintain the required temperature as per ASTM D3175-11.
Wire Crucible holder along with inconel crucible and lid are supplied as standard.

Optional Features

Technical Details

Volatile Matter Furnace, (VMF/ ASTM)