Volatile Matter Furnace

Volatile Matter Furnaces - VMF/ASTM

Overview

The Elite VMF/ASTM is a high-precision Volatile Matter Furnace designed for the determination of volatile matter in coal and coke in accordance with ASTM D3175. Engineered for accuracy and consistency, this system delivers reliable volatile matter analysis for industrial and laboratory applications. The VMF/ASTM is available in two distinct models:

VMF/ASTM Model

This is the standard version, ideal for routine volatile matter testing. It provides precise temperature control and uniform heating, making it a dependable solution for core volatile matter analysis.

  • Maximum temperature: up to 1000°C
  • Continuous operating temperature: up to 1000°C
  • Top opening furnace in compliance with ASTM D3175
  • Residual current device (RCD) is fitted to provide enhanced operator safety
  • 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
  • Temperature measurement with 'N' type thermocouple
  • High end microprocessor PID temperature controller to maintain the required temperature in compliance with ASTM D3175
  • The wire crucible holder, Inconel crucible, and lid are supplied as standard.
  • Faster Ramp Rate, lesser than 20minutes from Room temperature to 950°C
  • Uses Vacuum formed heating elements, Ensuring superior thermal efficiency and uniform heat distribution throughout the chamber.
  • N2 gas port with a flow meter
  • Over temperature protection controller
  • Ceramic Cooling block for cooling the crucibles
  • Analytical balance
Model Atmosphere Max. operating
temp.(°C)
Chamber External dimensions
H x W x D (mm)
Heated Height
(mm)
Tube ID
(mm)
Max. power
(W)
VMF-ASTM Nitrogen 1000 375(without furnace lid) x 480 x 357 140 50 950

Note: Analytical balance with 0.01g readability is required for weighing.