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Split Tube Furnace for UTM

The Split Tube Furnace for Universal Testing Machines (UTM) is engineered for in-situ high-temperature mechanical testing—enabling tensile, compression, or creep tests under controlled thermal conditions. Designed to seamlessly integrate with most UTMs, it allows researchers and quality engineers to analyze material behavior at elevated temperatures with exceptional accuracy and repeatability. 

This furnace is an essential tool in materials science, metallurgy, ceramics, and aerospace R&D, providing real-time insight into mechanical deformation, failure modes, and performance under thermal stress. 

Typical Configuration

  1. Heating Zones: 1–3 zones (customizable) 
  2. Sample Chamber: Custom openings for extensometers and grips 
  3. Controller: Touchscreen PID with real-time monitoring and safety interlocks 
  4. Mounting: Adaptable brackets for most vertical and horizontal UTM frames 
  1. Temperature Range: Ambient to 1600°C 
  2. Multi-Zone Heating: Ensures uniform temperature distribution across the gauge length 
  3. Split-Hinge Design: Easy clamshell-style access for rapid sample loading and removal 
  4. Compact & UTM-Compatible: Designed to fit seamlessly with standard test setups 
  5. Fast Ramp Rates: Enables efficient thermal cycles during material testing 
  6. Sample Holder Flexibility: Supports a range of grip styles and sample geometries 
  7. Insulation: High-performance ceramic fiber insulation for energy efficiency and safety 
  8. Accurate Control: PID temperature control system with programmable ramp/hold profiles 
  1. High-Temperature Tensile & Creep Testing 
  2. Compression Testing of Ceramics & Composites 
  3. Thermo-Mechanical Characterization of Metals & Alloys 
  4. Validation of Structural Materials for Aerospace & Automotive 
  5. Thermal Cycling Studies for Fatigue Resistance 
  1. Quartz or alumina inner liners for atmosphere-sensitive testing 
  2. Viewing ports for optical/video monitoring during test 
  3. Inert gas flow system for oxidation-free testing 
  4. Data logging and PC interface for synchronized UTM + furnace data 
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