Professional 1700.C Zirconia Sintering Furnace
Introduction:
What is Zirconia Sintering Furnace?
A zirconia sintering furnace is a specialized piece of equipment used in the dental industries for the sintering of zirconia ceramic materials. Zirconia is a high-performance ceramic that possesses excellent strength, durability, and aesthetic properties, making it a popular choice for dental crowns, bridges, and other dental restorations.
The sintering process involves heating zirconia ceramic at high temperatures to induce particle bonding and achieve densification. This results in a strong and durable material with the desired properties. The zirconia sintering furnace provides the controlled environment necessary for the sintering process.
ZYLAB Zirconia Sintering Furnace:
ZYLAB zirconia sintering furnace adopt International advanced manufacturing technology, human security design, made by high-purity alumina lightweight fiber material with very low thermal conductivity and bulk density. Compared with the traditional heavy materials, the uniform temperature of the device reflects the essential differences.
Control interface with a generous 7” colored graphic touch panel, easy to operate. The control mathematical model adopts the advanced PID self-learning fuzzy control to maintain the temperature control accuracy at ± 1 ℃. The lifting system adopts the linear guide design with stepless speed regulation.
The motor-driven lifting table significantly simplifies the charging of the high-temperature furnace. The all-around heating of the cylindrical furnace chamber ensures a very even temperature uniformity.
Advantage:
1. The heating element is distributed around the barrel, so that the temperature field is more uniform, to ensure the denture sintering effect is uniform.
2. Electric lifting platform design, easy and fast loading.
3. High purity molybdenum disilicate special heating element and clean inner cavity design(come with a corundum sheath between heating elements and sintering materia), avoid sample contamination.
4. Touch screen operation, intuitive display temperature curve, so that the operation is more simple.
Characteristic:
1. Max.temperature 1700C, working temperature 800-1650C.
2. Intelligent 7” color touch screen temperature controller, easy to operate, clear heating process; can store temperature curve to avoid the trouble caused by repeated settings of different processes.
3. 30 segments programmable and auto control.
4. Ceramic fibre furnace chamber, to ensure a fast heating rate, and save power.
5. By using special lining import from Japan and heating elements made of pure type molydenum disilicide, crowns and bridges are protected against chemical contamination at the best and longer service life.
6.The ring layout of the heating elements could ensure the equilibrium of the heat radiation.
7.Lifting type structure, easy to operate.
8. Latex hole carefully designed is the perfect solution to the waste gas during material sintering.
9. Double layers steel casing with fan cooling, to ensure the surface of furnace below 50C, safety for the operator.
10.Low power consumable, light weight and exquisite structure. It is the ideal furnace for dental labs zirconia sintering.
Technical Parameters of Zirconia Sintering Furnace:
Model | B1700-12IT |
Furnace structure |
•1800 type high purity ceramic fibre insulation (energy saving 40% and weight lighter about 30% than old furnace); • Double layers steel casing with fan cooling, to ensure the surface of furnace below 50.C. |
Chamber size | Ø120x150mm (Diameter x Height)
(Come with corundum sheath between heating elements and sintering materia, working space Ø100x120mm) |
Max. temperature | 1700 ℃(<1 hours) |
Working temperature | 800 -1650 ℃ |
Intelligent Touch Screen
Temperature controller |
•PID automatic control and auto-tune function. •30 programmable segments for precise control. •Built in protection for over-heated and broken thermal couple, and leakage. • Centralized control 7” color LCD touch screen man-machine English graphics interface, clear heating process, more intuitive and convenient operation.•.Can store sintering programs to avoid the trouble caused by repeated settings of different processes. |
Heating rate | ≤20℃ /min(Suggest: 10°C/min) |
Thermocouple | B type |
Temperature accuracy | +/- 1 ℃ |
Heating element | M1800 high purity MoSi2 heating element |
Working voltage | 220V 50/60HZ (as requirement) |
Max. Power | 1.8Kw |
Dimension | 400(L)*870(H)*540(D)mm |
Quantity / Net weight | 1set / 60kgs |
Warranty | 12 months(not including consumable parts such as heating elements, thermocouple), lifetime support. |
Certification | CE, ISO9001 |
Applications of Zirconia Sintering Furnace:
The primary application of a zirconia sintering furnace is in the dental and jewelry industries for the fabrication of dental restorations and jewelry components using zirconia ceramic materials. Here are some specific applications:
1. Dental Restorations:
Zirconia sintering furnaces are commonly used in dental laboratories for the sintering of zirconia ceramic blocks or discs used in the production of dental crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and implant abutments. The furnace ensures that the zirconia material reaches its optimal strength, durability, and aesthetic properties.
2. Jewelry Manufacturing:
Zirconia is also used in the jewelry industry for the production of high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing jewelry pieces. Zirconia sintering furnaces enable the sintering of zirconia powders or pre-formed components to create intricate jewelry designs and ensure the desired hardness and appearance.
3. Research and Development:
Zirconia sintering furnaces are utilized in research and development settings to investigate and optimize the properties of zirconia ceramics. Researchers may experiment with different sintering parameters, such as temperature profiles and atmosphere conditions, to achieve specific material characteristics for various applications beyond dentistry and jewelry.
It’s worth noting that while zirconia sintering furnaces are primarily associated with dental and jewelry applications, they can also be used in other industries where zirconia ceramics are utilized, such as aerospace, electronics, and biomedical fields, where high-strength, biocompatible materials are required.
Benefits of Zirconia Sintering Furnace:
The use of a zirconia sintering furnace offers several benefits, particularly in the dental and jewelry industries. Here are some key advantages:
High-Strength and Durability:
Zirconia ceramics produced through the sintering process in a specialized furnace exhibit exceptional strength and durability. This makes them suitable for demanding applications where materials need to withstand forces, wear, and abrasion, such as dental restorations or jewelry components.
Aesthetic Appeal:
Zirconia ceramics can be fabricated to closely resemble natural teeth or achieve desired jewelry designs. The sintering process allows for the production of highly aesthetic restorations or jewelry pieces with excellent color stability, translucency, and natural-looking characteristics.
Biocompatibility:
Zirconia is a biocompatible material, meaning it is well-tolerated by the human body. In dental applications, zirconia restorations offer a non-allergenic and tissue-friendly alternative to traditional metal-based restorations. This promotes healthier gum tissue and reduces the risk of adverse reactions.
Precision and Accuracy:
Zirconia sintering furnaces are equipped with advanced temperature control systems, enabling precise and consistent heating profiles. This level of control ensures that the sintering process is accurately executed, resulting in reliable and predictable material properties. This is crucial for achieving the desired fit, functionality, and longevity of dental restorations or jewelry components.
Time and Cost Efficiency:
Zirconia sintering furnaces are designed to provide efficient and rapid sintering cycles, allowing for faster production turnaround times in dental laboratories or jewelry manufacturing facilities. Additionally, zirconia ceramics eliminate the need for labor-intensive and costly traditional metal casting processes, leading to potential cost savings.
Versatility:
Zirconia sintering furnaces offer flexibility in terms of accommodating different zirconia compositions and shapes. They can handle a wide range of zirconia materials, including various shades and translucencies, enabling customization based on patient or customer preferences.
Consistency and Reproducibility:
The controlled sintering environment provided by these furnaces ensures consistent and reproducible material properties across multiple production cycles. This is important for maintaining quality standards and meeting specific requirements in dental and jewelry applications.
Overall, the use of a zirconia sintering furnace enhances the quality, performance, and aesthetic outcomes of zirconia ceramic materials, making them a preferred choice in dental restorations, jewelry manufacturing, and other industries that demand high-performance ceramics.