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We – and also all our sales partners – are more than ready todemonstrate the quality and efficiency of our machines incasting tests – in accordance with our commitment „A truly satisfied customer is a good customer“.No matter where in the world your production site is located,an Indutherm representative is never far away.

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Top Class Casting Technology

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Our competence is your advantage

Permanent research in metallurgic processengineering isthe basis for allour develop -ments. Thecooperationwith externalspecialists andengagements ininternationalresearchprojects (e.g. inseveralEuropean

CRAFT Projects) give us additional know how.Each of our clients can take advantage of thiscompetence – by getting an advanced techno-logy and a competent consulting & support.We would be pleased to meet you once atone of the international casting symposiums,at which we frequently partici pate and wherewe report about different casting themes.

The Indutherm quality program for along term reliability

For you it’s important that your productionequipment is running perfectly from the first dayon for many years. With our internal quality

management we ensure a high standard fromthe first to the last screw. For the case ofrevisions, for updates or if you have any kind ofproblem, we create for each machine a precisedocumentation with pictures, software backupsand more. The possibility of remote servicing byGSM modem and the simple replacement of allimportant components guarantee a fast andeasy servicing, minimize the risk of productionstops and ensure a long term reliability.

Every product is only as good as the customer service which supports it.

It is therefore first priority at Indutherm tohave proficient sales- and service-partners –all around the globe. You can find the dealerfor your country on ourwebsitewww.indutherm.de inthe „company“ section.Thorough training ofour sales represen -tatives guarantees anoptimum service.

Metal casting technology is our world. Fromthe very beginning we focus exclusively onthe development and construction of meltingand casting machines and can offer you abroad diversity of machines for many variedutilizations.

Development in close cooperationwith our customers

Our casting systems are developed andtested in close cooperation with customersfrom different sectors: The jewellery industry, rapid prototyping,medicine and dental technologies,automotive and component industries, foundries, mould designers, and even artistscan cast their sculptures with our machines.Every user-group has different technical back-grounds, different professional skills anddifferent requirements.

First listening, than engineering

For us, a fundamental issue is always beingoptimally receptive – and our specialstrength. The results of this customer orientation:• individual, customized solutions according

to the needs of different branches• a range of systems that can be highly tuned

to your processes – with several tooling and sizing choices as well as numerous optional accessories

• individual machine set-up thanks to our own software development and generator programming

• short adjustment and training periods• a maximum reliability, even in continuous

operation• solid advice and support• individual and perfectly fitting accessories

and spare parts• all necessary periphery devices

This example of an extremely filigree casting demonstrates obviously the possibilities of our technology.

Indutherm – your partner for innovative metal casting solutions


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Our competence is your advantage

Permanent research in metallurgic processengineering isthe basis for allour develop -ments. Thecooperationwith externalspecialists andengagements ininternationalresearchprojects (e.g. inseveralEuropean

CRAFT Projects) give us additional know how.Each of our clients can take advantage of thiscompetence – by getting an advanced techno-logy and a competent consulting & support.We would be pleased to meet you once atone of the international casting symposiums,at which we frequently partici pate and wherewe report about different casting themes.

The Indutherm quality program for along term reliability

For you it’s important that your productionequipment is running perfectly from the first dayon for many years. With our internal quality

management we ensure a high standard fromthe first to the last screw. For the case ofrevisions, for updates or if you have any kind ofproblem, we create for each machine a precisedocumentation with pictures, software backupsand more. The possibility of remote servicing byGSM modem and the simple replacement of allimportant components guarantee a fast andeasy servicing, minimize the risk of productionstops and ensure a long term reliability.

Every product is only as good as the customer service which supports it.

It is therefore first priority at Indutherm tohave proficient sales- and service-partners –all around the globe. You can find the dealerfor your country on ourwebsitewww.indutherm.de inthe „company“ section.Thorough training ofour sales represen -tatives guarantees anoptimum service.

Metal casting technology is our world. Fromthe very beginning we focus exclusively onthe development and construction of meltingand casting machines and can offer you abroad diversity of machines for many variedutilizations.

Development in close cooperationwith our customers

Our casting systems are developed andtested in close cooperation with customersfrom different sectors: The jewellery industry, rapid prototyping,medicine and dental technologies,automotive and component industries, foundries, mould designers, and even artistscan cast their sculptures with our machines.Every user-group has different technical back-grounds, different professional skills anddifferent requirements.

First listening, than engineering

For us, a fundamental issue is always beingoptimally receptive – and our specialstrength. The results of this customer orientation:• individual, customized solutions according

to the needs of different branches• a range of systems that can be highly tuned

to your processes – with several tooling and sizing choices as well as numerous optional accessories

• individual machine set-up thanks to our own software development and generator programming

• short adjustment and training periods• a maximum reliability, even in continuous

operation• solid advice and support• individual and perfectly fitting accessories

and spare parts• all necessary periphery devices

This example of an extremely filigree casting demonstrates obviously the possibilities of our technology.

Indutherm – your partner for innovative metal casting solutions


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Always in focus: the most economical solution for your demands.

Easy to service:replacing the generator by openingonly two screws

Efficiency by engineering competenceand maximum casting quality.

Our machines are optimized point by pointto keep your production costs as low aspossible. New technolo gies like the vibrationcasting provide a higher and a more constantquality level as ever realized before. Thatmeans for the user: post-processing work isevidently reduced as well as waste castings.

Another example for the high efficiency is theflask lift. Thanks to the flask lift you can useflasks without flange and you will save moneytwice: flangeless flasks are much cheaper andthey require ~60 % less space in your oven(comparing 10 cm Ø flasks with and withoutflange) – or in other words: with the sameenergy consumption you can burn up to 60%more flasks!Last but not least: The easy to serviceconstruction and the remote service by GSMmodem may save you a lot of money.

Casting simulation: know whatyou’re doing before you do it!

Professional computer simulation of thecasting process offers you the peace of mindbefore embarking on a complicated castingjob: instead of tiresome and costly failures,we can determine all the relevant parametersbeforehand – mould construction, positioningof sprues, temperature, pressure relation -ships – based on your CAD data.

The casting process from start tofinish from a single supplier – andperfectly tuned to your needs

We can offer you not only perfectly tunedcasting machines, but also competent consul-tation in the various moulding, casting andfinishing processes. Moreover we can support you with planningand equipping your complete foundry.

See video clips of the casting processes on www.indutherm.de or on our CD-Rom !

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Our casting machines in this catalogue…

…and live on video

For small parts, smallbatches and quick casts: The MC series

For casting jewelleryand other fine parts: the vacuum pressurecasting machines VC 200 - VC 650 V

For large parts:the vacuum pressurecasting machinesVC 1000 - VC 12000

For melting andhandpouringTM, MU, MU V/VV

For all kind of metals:our allround castingmachine VTC 200 V

Tilting furnacesTF series

Solutions for recycling and ingot casting

For semi-finished products:the continuous casting machines CC 400 - CC 3000

Sintering machines

Granulating solutions

Dr. Jörg Fischer-Bühner and Peter Hofmann at work on a casting simulation

flasks without flangeflasks with flange

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26High temperature melting machinesTM 50 C, MU 200 C, TF 3000 C


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Always in focus: the most economical solution for your demands.

Easy to service:replacing the generator by openingonly two screws

Efficiency by engineering competenceand maximum casting quality.

Our machines are optimized point by pointto keep your production costs as low aspossible. New technolo gies like the vibrationcasting provide a higher and a more constantquality level as ever realized before. Thatmeans for the user: post-processing work isevidently reduced as well as waste castings.

Another example for the high efficiency is theflask lift. Thanks to the flask lift you can useflasks without flange and you will save moneytwice: flangeless flasks are much cheaper andthey require ~60 % less space in your oven(comparing 10 cm Ø flasks with and withoutflange) – or in other words: with the sameenergy consumption you can burn up to 60%more flasks!Last but not least: The easy to serviceconstruction and the remote service by GSMmodem may save you a lot of money.

Casting simulation: know whatyou’re doing before you do it!

Professional computer simulation of thecasting process offers you the peace of mindbefore embarking on a complicated castingjob: instead of tiresome and costly failures,we can determine all the relevant parametersbeforehand – mould construction, positioningof sprues, temperature, pressure relation -ships – based on your CAD data.

The casting process from start tofinish from a single supplier – andperfectly tuned to your needs

We can offer you not only perfectly tunedcasting machines, but also competent consul-tation in the various moulding, casting andfinishing processes. Moreover we can support you with planningand equipping your complete foundry.

See video clips of the casting processes on www.indutherm.de or on our CD-Rom !

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Our casting machines in this catalogue…

…and live on video

For small parts, smallbatches and quick casts: The MC series

For casting jewelleryand other fine parts: the vacuum pressurecasting machines VC 200 - VC 650 V

For large parts:the vacuum pressurecasting machinesVC 1000 - VC 12000

For melting andhandpouringTM, MU, MU V/VV

For all kind of metals:our allround castingmachine VTC 200 V

Tilting furnacesTF series

Solutions for recycling and ingot casting

For semi-finished products:the continuous casting machines CC 400 - CC 3000

Sintering machines

Granulating solutions

Dr. Jörg Fischer-Bühner and Peter Hofmann at work on a casting simulation

flasks without flangeflasks with flange

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26High temperature melting machinesTM 50 C, MU 200 C, TF 3000 C


3.5 kW 230V single phase

2000˚ C

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The MC 15+ Mini Casting Machine: the allrounder for every kind of metal.

The MC 15+

is designed…

• for the very fast and uncomplicated casting of single models or small treesin high quality

• for casting of every metal, even steelor platinum

A significant factor for the economic efficiency is the low quantity of metal that must be calculated for buttom.

A complete casting system covering just a few square feet (on the table on the left):Vacuum investment machine for bubble-free mixing of the investment compoundand filling of the flask. The integrated vibrator eliminates any possible airlocks. The 1,100°C furnace for melting out the wax and burn-out the form. Mini casting system MC 15+. Sand blasting cabinet for easy removal of plaster.

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.temperature measurement ■ thermocouple type N up to 1,300° C

o thermocouple type S up to 1,600° C

capacitycasting volume 100 g Au 18 ct

110 g steel/200 g Ptfor use of flasks up to ø 30/50/65/80 mm x 80 mm h

handling+controlautomatic vacuum function ■

vacuum or overpressure after casting ■ –1 to +2 barfunction washing by inert gas ■

supply: 230 V single phase, cooling water,inert gas argon or nitrogen ■

temperature control ■

accessoriesvacuum investment mixer Indumix 2 ofurnace, 1,100°C osand blasting cabinet ovacuum pump o

MC 15+

■ = standard equipment o = optional

A genuine all-round talent:can be used for all metals, even steeland platinum

The MC 15+ is a compact casting machinedesigned especially for the needs of smallerworkshops, enabling high quality castings oreven suitable semi-finished product to bemanufactured quickly and economically. Thebroad spectrum of metals that can be castusing the MC 15+ makes this machine uniquein its sector: with a maximum temperature of2,000°C, even steel, palladium or platinumpose no problem. The MC 15+ is equippedwith a completely new, high-efficiency genera -tor with a 32-bit microcontroller, making itsuperior even to its predecessor the MC 15 inhandling such difficult metals.

Fast, simple casting

The MC series comes fully-equipped, makingentry into the world of casting as simple aspossible.

The whole process of casting can be carriedout simply, quickly and safely without any realprior technical knowledge of casting. In the investment machine the gipsum getsmixed under vacuum – correctly dosed andair bubble free. The flask with the wax modelgets filled under vacuum, too. Vibrationduring filling eliminates air inclusions.The wax is melted off in the furnace and themould is burnt out.

Handling the mini casting system is alsoextremely simple: 1| Fill in the material and heat up. 2| Take the flask from oven and insert intothe machine. The device itself looks after alladditional functions – until we get to thestroke of genius: 3| Pouring off takes place using a 90° rotationof the casting unit. After pouring, the MC 15+automatically switches to overpressure inorder to optimize the mould filling even fordelicate parts.

The crucibles are large enough to solve anystandard casting task one would find in astudio or atelier with no difficulty at all.

The flasks can also accommodate larger orheavier jewellery parts. It is equally possible tomelt and cast minimal amounts of metal. The entire process is extremely fast, especiallyif the goldsmith uses so-called speed invest -ment compounds. This enables rapidresponse to new models, fulfillment of expressorders and the implementation of last-minuteideas, for example before a trade fair.


3.5 kW 230V single phase

2000˚ C

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1| 2| 3|

NEW

The MC 15+ Mini Casting Machine: the allrounder for every kind of metal.

The MC 15+

is designed…

• for the very fast and uncomplicated casting of single models or small treesin high quality

• for casting of every metal, even steelor platinum

A significant factor for the economic efficiency is the low quantity of metal that must be calculated for buttom.

A complete casting system covering just a few square feet (on the table on the left):Vacuum investment machine for bubble-free mixing of the investment compoundand filling of the flask. The integrated vibrator eliminates any possible airlocks. The 1,100°C furnace for melting out the wax and burn-out the form. Mini casting system MC 15+. Sand blasting cabinet for easy removal of plaster.

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.temperature measurement ■ thermocouple type N up to 1,300° C

o thermocouple type S up to 1,600° C


110 g steel/200 g Ptfor use of flasks up to ø 30/50/65/80 mm x 80 mm h

handling+controlautomatic vacuum function ■

vacuum or overpressure after casting ■ –1 to +2 barfunction washing by inert gas ■


temperature control ■

accessoriesvacuum investment mixer Indumix 2 ofurnace, 1,100°C osand blasting cabinet ovacuum pump o

MC 15+


A genuine all-round talent:can be used for all metals, even steeland platinum

The MC 15+ is a compact casting machinedesigned especially for the needs of smallerworkshops, enabling high quality castings oreven suitable semi-finished product to bemanufactured quickly and economically. Thebroad spectrum of metals that can be castusing the MC 15+ makes this machine uniquein its sector: with a maximum temperature of2,000°C, even steel, palladium or platinumpose no problem. The MC 15+ is equippedwith a completely new, high-efficiency genera -tor with a 32-bit microcontroller, making itsuperior even to its predecessor the MC 15 inhandling such difficult metals.

Fast, simple casting

The MC series comes fully-equipped, makingentry into the world of casting as simple aspossible.

The whole process of casting can be carriedout simply, quickly and safely without any realprior technical knowledge of casting. In the investment machine the gipsum getsmixed under vacuum – correctly dosed andair bubble free. The flask with the wax modelgets filled under vacuum, too. Vibrationduring filling eliminates air inclusions.The wax is melted off in the furnace and themould is burnt out.

Handling the mini casting system is alsoextremely simple: 1| Fill in the material and heat up. 2| Take the flask from oven and insert intothe machine. The device itself looks after alladditional functions – until we get to thestroke of genius: 3| Pouring off takes place using a 90° rotationof the casting unit. After pouring, the MC 15+automatically switches to overpressure inorder to optimize the mould filling even fordelicate parts.

The crucibles are large enough to solve anystandard casting task one would find in astudio or atelier with no difficulty at all.

The flasks can also accommodate larger orheavier jewellery parts. It is equally possible tomelt and cast minimal amounts of metal. The entire process is extremely fast, especiallyif the goldsmith uses so-called speed invest -ment compounds. This enables rapidresponse to new models, fulfillment of expressorders and the implementation of last-minuteideas, for example before a trade fair.


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Equipment MC15+/MC 50

MC 503.5 kW 230V single phase

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MC 50

The MC 50

is ideal…

• for the production of smaller quantities of jewellery in gold, silver and other special jewellery alloys

• for technical small seriescasting in aluminium, copper and other metals

The Table Top Casting Machine MC 50: the compact solution for gold and silver.

The flask size of Ø 80 mm x 120 mm (h)offers a well balanced compromise: large enough for real casting trees, butsmall enough to be burned within 5-6hours.

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.temperature measurement thermocouple


300 g Ag 935for flask size ø 80 mm x 120 mm h

handling+controlcontrol pannel digital displayautomatic vacuum function ■

automatic overpressure function ■

function washing by inert gas ■


temperature control up to 1,300° CRS 232 interface ■

accessoriesvacuum investment mixer Indumix 2 ofurnace, 1,100°C osand blasting cabinet ovacuum pump o (min. 8m3/h)


The MC 50 has been developed with the userin mind for whom the MC 15 is too small buta simple machine from the large VC series(e.g. the VC 400) is too big or requires toomuch manual operation. This small high-performance casting machine is ideal forsmaller production quantities and can beused for jewellery alloys such as gold, silver,copper and bronze, as well as for alloys ofbrass and aluminium. Thanks to the vacuumand overpressure functions and the manyautomatic control features, the machineprovides first class castings with little work –suitable for “beginners”.

For small series and single castings

An important issue is the fast casting ofmaster models or of semi-finished material inany desired shape: the MC 50 makes youautonomous from big casting departments.Thanks to the small size of the machine andits equipment, it is an excellent solution forstudios and goldsmith workshops withlimited space.

Main benefits

• Very simple use, short training period, very good results even by operators with less experience in casting techniques

• Excellent price-performance ratio • 3,5 kW generator enables quick melting

periods • Thorough mixing of metal by induction

generator (low frequency tuning)• Melting under vacuum for reduced danger

of oxidation • Excellent mould filling because of inert gas/

over-pressure, max. 2 bars • Low running costs because of inexpensive

consumables and the use of flasks without flange

Equipment for MC 15+and MC 50:

1) Vacuum InvestmentMachine Indumix 2:adjustable speed, timer,vibrator

2) Furnace: temperature max. 1,100° C, temperature pre-selection,high-quality insulation, furnace interior size: 228 x 165 x 228 (h) mm

3) Sand blasting cabin:air pressure: 270 l/min at 10 bar, 150 l/min at 5 bar,connection for suction system, foot switch for adjusting pressure

The perfect team: with MC15+ andMC 50 you are equipped for everycasting project

• Use the MC 15+ for single castings and platinum and the MC 50 for gold and silver casting.

• Perfectly adapted equipment for this machine size may be used for both machines together.

The top flap with a viewing window opens the melting chamber;the front flap provides access to the flask chamber and lets rollthe flask automatically into its exact position.


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Equipment MC15+/MC 50

MC 503.5 kW 230V single phase

1300˚ C

1)

2)

3)

MC 50

The MC 50

is ideal…

• for the production of smaller quantities of jewellery in gold, silver and other special jewellery alloys

• for technical small seriescasting in aluminium, copper and other metals

The Table Top Casting Machine MC 50: the compact solution for gold and silver.

The flask size of Ø 80 mm x 120 mm (h)offers a well balanced compromise: large enough for real casting trees, butsmall enough to be burned within 5-6hours.

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.temperature measurement thermocouple


300 g Ag 935for flask size ø 80 mm x 120 mm h

handling+controlcontrol pannel digital displayautomatic vacuum function ■





accessoriesvacuum investment mixer Indumix 2 ofurnace, 1,100°C osand blasting cabinet ovacuum pump o (min. 8m3/h)


The MC 50 has been developed with the userin mind for whom the MC 15 is too small buta simple machine from the large VC series(e.g. the VC 400) is too big or requires toomuch manual operation. This small high-performance casting machine is ideal forsmaller production quantities and can beused for jewellery alloys such as gold, silver,copper and bronze, as well as for alloys ofbrass and aluminium. Thanks to the vacuumand overpressure functions and the manyautomatic control features, the machineprovides first class castings with little work –suitable for “beginners”.

For small series and single castings

An important issue is the fast casting ofmaster models or of semi-finished material inany desired shape: the MC 50 makes youautonomous from big casting departments.Thanks to the small size of the machine andits equipment, it is an excellent solution forstudios and goldsmith workshops withlimited space.

Main benefits

• Very simple use, short training period, very good results even by operators with less experience in casting techniques

• Excellent price-performance ratio • 3,5 kW generator enables quick melting

periods • Thorough mixing of metal by induction

generator (low frequency tuning)• Melting under vacuum for reduced danger

of oxidation • Excellent mould filling because of inert gas/

over-pressure, max. 2 bars • Low running costs because of inexpensive

consumables and the use of flasks without flange

Equipment for MC 15+and MC 50:

1) Vacuum InvestmentMachine Indumix 2:adjustable speed, timer,vibrator

2) Furnace: temperature max. 1,100° C, temperature pre-selection,high-quality insulation, furnace interior size: 228 x 165 x 228 (h) mm

3) Sand blasting cabin:air pressure: 270 l/min at 10 bar, 150 l/min at 5 bar,connection for suction system, foot switch for adjusting pressure

The perfect team: with MC15+ andMC 50 you are equipped for everycasting project

• Use the MC 15+ for single castings and platinum and the MC 50 for gold and silver casting.

• Perfectly adapted equipment for this machine size may be used for both machines together.

The top flap with a viewing window opens the melting chamber;the front flap provides access to the flask chamber and lets rollthe flask automatically into its exact position.


MC 100 V4.8 kW 3 x 400V

2000˚ C

1110

200 cm3 -400 cm3

940 cm3 2.700 cm3

MC 15+ MC 100 V VTC 200 V

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performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.temperature measurement thermocouple up to 1,300° C

optical pyrometer up to 2,000° C


250 g steel 500 g Ptfor flask size ø 100 mm x 120 mm h

handling+controlcontrol pannel by LCD-Display, full text readoutautomatic vacuum function ■



casting only under vacuum ■

vibration device ■

supply:cooling water, inert gas argon or nitrogen ■


accessoriesvacuum investment mixer Indumix 2 ofurnace, 1,100°C osand blasting cabinet ovacuum pump o (min. 8 m3/h)


The MC 100 V is ideal…

• for difficult casts in the jewellery and technical sectors

• for all metals, even steel,palladium and platinum

• for anything that needscutting-edge technology, but not the capacity of the VTC

The new 2,000°C MC 100 V tabletop casting machine:cutting-edge technology in the most compact space.

The high demand for our MC 15+ and VTC 200 V high-temperature tilting castingmachines motivated us to develop the MC 100 V: a number of users wanted thecompactness of the MC 15+, but neededgreater capacity – not so much, however, asthe VTC 200 V offers. We have filled this gapwith the new MC 100 V, by developing asmall, hi-tech machine that combines thebest of both models: it builds on the space-saving design and ingenious pivoting mecha-nism of the small MC 15+, while offering awide range of the highlights from the muchlarger VTC machine.

Latest generation generators

The MC 100 V is equipped with a latest generation induction generator, developedespecially for this housing design and withhigh operating efficiency. Convenient, highprecision control is provided via a new opera-ting system, with an LCD display, full textdisplay and program control.

Award-winning vibration technology –unique in its class

For the first time, our multi-award winningand patent-pending vibration system is nowavailable in a compact casting machine.Using vibration when casting ensures betterform filling, creating casts with greater, moreconsistent densities, higher elasticity andgreatly reduced porosity. Vibration technologyis a compelling alternative to the frequentlyused and relatively delicate centrifugal systems, especially when casting platinum orpalladium.You can find more information on page 18.

Key points:

• Very easy and safe to use, short implemen tation time

• Excellent price/performance ratio• 4.8 kW induction generator for quickly

reaching the smelting temperature• Thorough through-mixing of molten metals

using low-frequency induction tuning• Melting under vacuum or inert gas to

prevent oxidisation• Top quality form filling using overpressure

of up to 2 bars (casting under vacuum alsopossible)

• Economical consumables

Comparison of cuvette sizes:


MC 100 V4.8 kW 3 x 400V

2000˚ C

1110

200 cm3 -400 cm3

940 cm3 2.700 cm3

MC 15+ MC 100 V VTC 200 V

NEW

Vibrationtechnology

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.temperature measurement thermocouple up to 1,300° C

optical pyrometer up to 2,000° C


250 g steel 500 g Ptfor flask size ø 100 mm x 120 mm h

handling+controlcontrol pannel by LCD-Display, full text readoutautomatic vacuum function ■



casting only under vacuum ■

vibration device ■

supply:cooling water, inert gas argon or nitrogen ■


accessoriesvacuum investment mixer Indumix 2 ofurnace, 1,100°C osand blasting cabinet ovacuum pump o (min. 8 m3/h)


The MC 100 V is ideal…

• for difficult casts in the jewellery and technical sectors

• for all metals, even steel,palladium and platinum

• for anything that needscutting-edge technology, but not the capacity of the VTC

The new 2,000°C MC 100 V tabletop casting machine:cutting-edge technology in the most compact space.

The high demand for our MC 15+ and VTC 200 V high-temperature tilting castingmachines motivated us to develop the MC 100 V: a number of users wanted thecompactness of the MC 15+, but neededgreater capacity – not so much, however, asthe VTC 200 V offers. We have filled this gapwith the new MC 100 V, by developing asmall, hi-tech machine that combines thebest of both models: it builds on the space-saving design and ingenious pivoting mecha-nism of the small MC 15+, while offering awide range of the highlights from the muchlarger VTC machine.

Latest generation generators

The MC 100 V is equipped with a latest generation induction generator, developedespecially for this housing design and withhigh operating efficiency. Convenient, highprecision control is provided via a new opera-ting system, with an LCD display, full textdisplay and program control.

Award-winning vibration technology –unique in its class

For the first time, our multi-award winningand patent-pending vibration system is nowavailable in a compact casting machine.Using vibration when casting ensures betterform filling, creating casts with greater, moreconsistent densities, higher elasticity andgreatly reduced porosity. Vibration technologyis a compelling alternative to the frequentlyused and relatively delicate centrifugal systems, especially when casting platinum orpalladium.You can find more information on page 18.

Key points:

• Very easy and safe to use, short implemen tation time

• Excellent price/performance ratio• 4.8 kW induction generator for quickly

reaching the smelting temperature• Thorough through-mixing of molten metals

using low-frequency induction tuning• Melting under vacuum or inert gas to

prevent oxidisation• Top quality form filling using overpressure

of up to 2 bars (casting under vacuum alsopossible)

• Economical consumables

Comparison of cuvette sizes:


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2000˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

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VTC 200 V

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is ideal for:

• smaller casting parts in steel, Pd, Pt as well as all other jewellery and industrial alloys

The Allround Machine VTC 200 V: for every metal or alloy you want to cast.

Casting trees in steel and in gold

Graphite crubilble and ceramic crucible

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.

capacityvolume graphite crucible 145 ccm = 2,0 kg Au 18 ctvolume ceramic crucible 180 ccm = 1 kg steelfor use of flasks up to ø 125 mm / 220 mm h

handling+controlvibration technology ■

tilting mechanism with motor drive ■

automatic tilting ■

automatic flask fixing ■

casting programs 100temperature control by pyrometer ■

quality managementRS 232, diagnostic system, remote service ■

data printer ■

accessoriespyrometer with video output o


VTC 200 V vacuum/pressure casting machine

The VTC 200 V is an extremely versatilecasting machine suitable for a wide range ofapplications – and a number of options thatwere considered mutually incompatible up tonow. Thus, while the VTC 200 V was originallydesigned as a high-temperature castingmachine for casting steel, palladium,platinum etc. (max. 2,000° C), large flasks alsomake it suitable for economically producingcastings in gold, silver, copper, aluminiumand other materials.

The machine combines a dual-chamber diffe-rential pressure system with a tilting mecha-nism. The casting process is achieved byrotating the entire melting-casting unit by90°. One benefit of the tilting system is theuse of economically priced graphite orceramic crucibles (without holes and sealingrods), these tend to have a longer service life.Some alloys, such as copper beryllium,quickly cause crucibles with holes and sealingrods to become untight and thereforeuseless, and for this reason, many castershave so far processed such alloys only inopen systems – which means they can'tchoose to optimise the process withoverpressure or vacuum. With the VTC 200 V,these handicaps no longer apply.

A vacuum can be produced in the meltingchamber and the casting chamber to avoidoxidation processes during melting and airpockets in the casting mould. The flask isautomatically pressed against the meltingchamber for casting, this makes it possible to

switch to overpressure during casting forbetter mould filling; in addition, the vibrationtechnology optimises the process evenfurther. As well as casting with flasks, castinginto ingot moulds is also possible.

Perfect results even in Pt and Pdthanks to vibration system

Due to the vibration technology (patentpending) and the sophisticated vacuum/pres-sure system, this machine is also perfectlysuited to casting platinum and palladium –and all this without the elaborate andsensitive centrifugal mechanism usuallyrequired for platinum casting machines. Read more about the vibration advantages onpage 18, VC 650 V.

New generator system controlled viaLCD display

A completely new generation of generator andcontrol systems is present in the VTC 200 V.Operation is simple and safe thanks to aclearly arranged and easy-to-use LCD display.All parameters, right down to the variabletilting speed, can be individually set andsaved to ensure that recurring castings alwaysproduce consistent results.

Tip for small quantities: to melt small quantities of steel use the TM 50 Cand MU 200 C open melting machines (see page 26), for small castings under vacuum/overpressure use the MC 15+ (see page 6)

1) The new control system with LCD-Display

2) The casting process is achieved by rotating the entire melting-casting unit by 90°.

3) Flask size Ø125 mm x 220 mm


1312

2000˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

Vibrationtechnology

Blue

Pow

er.

VTC 200 V

1)

2)

3)

The VTC 200 V

is ideal for:

• smaller casting parts in steel, Pd, Pt as well as all other jewellery and industrial alloys

The Allround Machine VTC 200 V: for every metal or alloy you want to cast.

Casting trees in steel and in gold

Graphite crubilble and ceramic crucible

performancepower max. / electrical connectiontemperature max.

capacityvolume graphite crucible 145 ccm = 2,0 kg Au 18 ctvolume ceramic crucible 180 ccm = 1 kg steelfor use of flasks up to ø 125 mm / 220 mm h

handling+controlvibration technology ■

tilting mechanism with motor drive ■

automatic tilting ■

automatic flask fixing ■

casting programs 100temperature control by pyrometer ■

quality managementRS 232, diagnostic system, remote service ■

data printer ■

accessoriespyrometer with video output o


VTC 200 V vacuum/pressure casting machine

The VTC 200 V is an extremely versatilecasting machine suitable for a wide range ofapplications – and a number of options thatwere considered mutually incompatible up tonow. Thus, while the VTC 200 V was originallydesigned as a high-temperature castingmachine for casting steel, palladium,platinum etc. (max. 2,000° C), large flasks alsomake it suitable for economically producingcastings in gold, silver, copper, aluminiumand other materials.

The machine combines a dual-chamber diffe-rential pressure system with a tilting mecha-nism. The casting process is achieved byrotating the entire melting-casting unit by90°. One benefit of the tilting system is theuse of economically priced graphite orceramic crucibles (without holes and sealingrods), these tend to have a longer service life.Some alloys, such as copper beryllium,quickly cause crucibles with holes and sealingrods to become untight and thereforeuseless, and for this reason, many castershave so far processed such alloys only inopen systems – which means they can'tchoose to optimise the process withoverpressure or vacuum. With the VTC 200 V,these handicaps no longer apply.

A vacuum can be produced in the meltingchamber and the casting chamber to avoidoxidation processes during melting and airpockets in the casting mould. The flask isautomatically pressed against the meltingchamber for casting, this makes it possible to

switch to overpressure during casting forbetter mould filling; in addition, the vibrationtechnology optimises the process evenfurther. As well as casting with flasks, castinginto ingot moulds is also possible.

Perfect results even in Pt and Pdthanks to vibration system

Due to the vibration technology (patentpending) and the sophisticated vacuum/pres-sure system, this machine is also perfectlysuited to casting platinum and palladium –and all this without the elaborate andsensitive centrifugal mechanism usuallyrequired for platinum casting machines. Read more about the vibration advantages onpage 18, VC 650 V.

New generator system controlled viaLCD display

A completely new generation of generator andcontrol systems is present in the VTC 200 V.Operation is simple and safe thanks to aclearly arranged and easy-to-use LCD display.All parameters, right down to the variabletilting speed, can be individually set andsaved to ensure that recurring castings alwaysproduce consistent results.

Tip for small quantities: to melt small quantities of steel use the TM 50 Cand MU 200 C open melting machines (see page 26), for small castings under vacuum/overpressure use the MC 15+ (see page 6)

1) The new control system with LCD-Display

2) The casting process is achieved by rotating the entire melting-casting unit by 90°.

3) Flask size Ø125 mm x 220 mm


1514

Vacuum Casting

The VC seriesVacuum Pressure Casting Machines

Melting by induction technology:The crucible with the material is loca-

ted in the core of the induction coil. Bygenerating a strong alternating magne-

tic field it results a strong alternatingcurrent in the graphite crucible and inthe metal. This leads to a fast heating

up and a thorough mixing of the material.

Automatic inert gas or vacuum in themelting chamber…

…to avoid undesired oxidization or the forma-tion of inclusions during melting, particularlyimportant when casting silver or red gold.

The special “oxidation-reducedcasting“ system...

…eliminates the danger of oxidation while theflask is cooling down.

The Turbo Pressure function……optimizes the casting of very small and filigree objects. For the production ofjewellery it guarantees perfect results whencasting with stones. Turbo Pressure allows aprecisely defined pressure to be achievedrapidly. For all program-controlled VC models,depending on the selected program the TurboPressure will start automatically exactly at therequired time.

Highest levels of safety for certifiedproduction

The digital or program control of ourmachines and the integrated data printer(optional for VC 500 D) ensure a high level ofsafety and the possibility of precise processdocumentation (important for ISO certifiedcasting process).

Until recently flasks with incorrect or differenttemperatures were a safety risk. Duringcasting of very small or delicate parts thetemperature of the flask is of upmostimportance. The measurement of the flasktemperature (standard for machines from VC 500 D onwards) is an important featurewith regards to safety. The temperature of theflask can be monitored to within one degree accuracy.

The Indutherm induction generatorsThe induction generators are the “centre-piece” of our casting machines. We designand develop all our generators – right fromthe very beginning. In this way we can make sure that eachcasting machine is optimally tuned therebyguaranteeing longevity, reliability and operationalsafety, even in continuous operation.

Overlapping castingAll Indutherm machines have separate locksystems for melting chamber and flaskchamber. This allows the time saving„overlapping“ casting: while the flask remainsin the flask chamber for some minutes afterthe casting, you may fill in and heat up thenext charge.

Remote control with GSM modemAll INDUTHERM machines with an inductiongenerator may be equipped with a GSMmodem for remote service. The GSM modemenables us to connect us directly to themachine. That’s very helpful• for a regular check-up of the machine• for fast service in the case of disturbances • for precise help and consulting in com-

plicated casting procedures• for software updates

We can check all important parameters, evenduring the casting process. Many possibleoperating troubles can be recognised soonenough and avoided. In the case ofdisturbances or of complicated casting proce-dures we can help quickly and easily.

A thoroughly thought-through conceptwith the finest details...

...forms the basis of the technological advancesmade in our VC machines guaranteeing opti -mal casting results whatever class of machineyou opt for.A few examples of the additional featuresoffered by Indutherm machines:


1514

Vacuum Casting

The VC seriesVacuum Pressure Casting Machines

Melting by induction technology:The crucible with the material is loca-

ted in the core of the induction coil. Bygenerating a strong alternating magne-

tic field it results a strong alternatingcurrent in the graphite crucible and inthe metal. This leads to a fast heating

up and a thorough mixing of the material.

Automatic inert gas or vacuum in themelting chamber…

…to avoid undesired oxidization or the forma-tion of inclusions during melting, particularlyimportant when casting silver or red gold.

The special “oxidation-reducedcasting“ system...

…eliminates the danger of oxidation while theflask is cooling down.

The Turbo Pressure function……optimizes the casting of very small and filigree objects. For the production ofjewellery it guarantees perfect results whencasting with stones. Turbo Pressure allows aprecisely defined pressure to be achievedrapidly. For all program-controlled VC models,depending on the selected program the TurboPressure will start automatically exactly at therequired time.

Highest levels of safety for certifiedproduction

The digital or program control of ourmachines and the integrated data printer(optional for VC 500 D) ensure a high level ofsafety and the possibility of precise processdocumentation (important for ISO certifiedcasting process).

Until recently flasks with incorrect or differenttemperatures were a safety risk. Duringcasting of very small or delicate parts thetemperature of the flask is of upmostimportance. The measurement of the flasktemperature (standard for machines from VC 500 D onwards) is an important featurewith regards to safety. The temperature of theflask can be monitored to within one degree accuracy.

The Indutherm induction generatorsThe induction generators are the “centre-piece” of our casting machines. We designand develop all our generators – right fromthe very beginning. In this way we can make sure that eachcasting machine is optimally tuned therebyguaranteeing longevity, reliability and operationalsafety, even in continuous operation.

Overlapping castingAll Indutherm machines have separate locksystems for melting chamber and flaskchamber. This allows the time saving„overlapping“ casting: while the flask remainsin the flask chamber for some minutes afterthe casting, you may fill in and heat up thenext charge.

Remote control with GSM modemAll INDUTHERM machines with an inductiongenerator may be equipped with a GSMmodem for remote service. The GSM modemenables us to connect us directly to themachine. That’s very helpful• for a regular check-up of the machine• for fast service in the case of disturbances • for precise help and consulting in com-

plicated casting procedures• for software updates

We can check all important parameters, evenduring the casting process. Many possibleoperating troubles can be recognised soonenough and avoided. In the case ofdisturbances or of complicated casting proce-dures we can help quickly and easily.

A thoroughly thought-through conceptwith the finest details...

...forms the basis of the technological advancesmade in our VC machines guaranteeing opti -mal casting results whatever class of machineyou opt for.A few examples of the additional featuresoffered by Indutherm machines:


2 kW 230V

1200˚ C3.5 kW 230V or 4.8 kW 3 x 400V

1400˚ C10 kW 3 x 400V/3 x 208V

1600˚ C

1716

VC 500 DVC 400VC 200/300

VC 300

*Liquid metal up to top level of the crucible ■ = standard equipment o = optional

performancepower max. / electrical connectionmaximum temperature

capacitycrucible volume ■ 245 ccm = 3,6 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 170 ccm = 2,5 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 245 ccm = 3,6 kg Au 18 ct*

o 386 ccm = 5,8 kg Au 18 ct*for use of flasks up to ø 130 mm / 260 mm h ø 130 mm / 260 mm h ø 130 mm / 260 mm hoptional up to ø 160 mm / 400 mm h

handling+controldual temperature control – – ■

flask temperature measurement – – ■

flask and chamber lift o in package with rack and cutting ring o in package with rack and cutting ring ■

temperature programs – – 16 temperature programsturbo pressure function – ■ ■

quality managementRS 232, diagnostic system, remote service ■ ■ ■

data printer – – o

accessoriessintering kit (for diffusion bonding) o o ogranulation tank – o o

other versionsalso available as granulating unit – – GU 500 D

These machines are

designed for:

• casting of jewellery and other filigree parts

• VC 200 - 400: for smaller charges

• VC 500 D: a semi-automaticmachine for frequent operations.

VC 200 / VC 300The resistor-heated vacuum casting machineVC 200 and the vacuum pressure castingmachine VC 300 are very low priced castingmachines for smaller productions.Nevertheless these machines offer a convin-cing casting quality. Both machines reach upto a maximum temperature of 1,200° C.

VC 400The ideal machine for smaller companiesproducing moderate quantities but needingconsiderably more capacity than that offeredby the MC machines. Often, experiencedcasters are not particularly interested in auto-mated functions or program control, and theycan achieve the same quality with the VC 400machine as with more advanced ones. Itsinduction generator guarantees a fast heat-upand a thorough mixing of the molten metal byinductive bath movement.

VC 500 DFor larger production quantities withcontinuous casting operation, greater perfor-mance (shorter casting times) with evenlarger crucibles and flask capacities (flasks upto 160 mmm ø/400 mm H) is important. Thehigh maximum temperature of 1,600°Cextends the possible range of alloys. Tempera-ture measurements in both the crucible andthe flask mean the temperature limits arestrictly adhered to. If alloys are changedfrequently, 16 different temperature programssimplify working procedures.The optional data printer records all the para-meters of each casting (ISO 9001).

The semi-automatic VC versions

Casting in stones is possible with all

VC-series machines


2 kW 230V

1200˚ C3.5 kW 230V or 4.8 kW 3 x 400V

1400˚ C10 kW 3 x 400V/3 x 208V

1600˚ C

1716

VC 500 DVC 400VC 200/300

VC 300

*Liquid metal up to top level of the crucible ■ = standard equipment o = optional


capacitycrucible volume ■ 245 ccm = 3,6 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 170 ccm = 2,5 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 245 ccm = 3,6 kg Au 18 ct*

o 386 ccm = 5,8 kg Au 18 ct*for use of flasks up to ø 130 mm / 260 mm h ø 130 mm / 260 mm h ø 130 mm / 260 mm hoptional up to ø 160 mm / 400 mm h

handling+controldual temperature control – – ■

flask temperature measurement – – ■

flask and chamber lift o in package with rack and cutting ring o in package with rack and cutting ring ■

temperature programs – – 16 temperature programsturbo pressure function – ■ ■


data printer – – o

accessoriessintering kit (for diffusion bonding) o o ogranulation tank – o o

other versionsalso available as granulating unit – – GU 500 D

These machines are

designed for:

• casting of jewellery and other filigree parts

• VC 200 - 400: for smaller charges

• VC 500 D: a semi-automaticmachine for frequent operations.

VC 200 / VC 300The resistor-heated vacuum casting machineVC 200 and the vacuum pressure castingmachine VC 300 are very low priced castingmachines for smaller productions.Nevertheless these machines offer a convin-cing casting quality. Both machines reach upto a maximum temperature of 1,200° C.

VC 400The ideal machine for smaller companiesproducing moderate quantities but needingconsiderably more capacity than that offeredby the MC machines. Often, experiencedcasters are not particularly interested in auto-mated functions or program control, and theycan achieve the same quality with the VC 400machine as with more advanced ones. Itsinduction generator guarantees a fast heat-upand a thorough mixing of the molten metal byinductive bath movement.

VC 500 DFor larger production quantities withcontinuous casting operation, greater perfor-mance (shorter casting times) with evenlarger crucibles and flask capacities (flasks upto 160 mmm ø/400 mm H) is important. Thehigh maximum temperature of 1,600°Cextends the possible range of alloys. Tempera-ture measurements in both the crucible andthe flask mean the temperature limits arestrictly adhered to. If alloys are changedfrequently, 16 different temperature programssimplify working procedures.The optional data printer records all the para-meters of each casting (ISO 9001).

The semi-automatic VC versions

Casting in stones is possible with all

VC-series machines


1700˚ C12 kW 3 x 400V4.8 kW 3 x 400V

1400˚ C

1918

Rmwith V

Rp 0,2with VRp 0,2without V

Rmwithout V

discharge

N/m

m2

elongation0,2%

tens

ilestr

engt

h

= without vibration= with vibration

NEW

Vibrationtechnology

200:1200:1200:1

VC 450 VC 650 V

The fully automatic VC machines


capacitycrucible volume ■ 170 ccm = 2,5 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 245 ccm = 3,6 kg Au 18 ct*

o 386 ccm = 5,8 kg Au 18 ct*for use of flasks up to ø 130 mm / 260 mm h ø 130 mm / 260 mm hoptional up to ø 160 mm / 400 mm h

handling+controlvibration technology – ■ in Sweep modepneumatic bell lock – ■

maximum pressure 1,5 bar 3 barprograms 20 100program control by LCD-Display, full text readout by LCD-Display, full text readoutdual temperature control – ■

flask temperature measurement – ■

automatic flask and chamber lift ■ ■

variable vacuum in flask chamber – ■

turbo pressure PLUS system – ■

turbulence reduction software ■ ■

quality managementRS 232, diagnostic system, remote service ■ ■

data printer o ■

GSM modem o ■

accessoriessintering kit (for diffusion bonding) o ogranulation tank o o

Turbo Pressure PLUSThe filling of the flask using fast overpressureallows the casting of very filigree parts andcasting with stones. Now with reduced gasconsumption and with an even fasterpressure degree.

Vibration systemThe vibration technology (pat. pending) is themost important of all technical features.Independent scientific studies show that:

• Vibration improves material flow and hencethe quality of the mould filling, particularly with complicated moulds.

• Castings exhibit a higher and more consistent density for all tested alloys and shapes.

• Porosity is substantially reduced.• Risk of hot cracks is reduced.• 50% smaller grain size• Castings have greater stress and elasticity

properties, making them easier to process further.

In practice this means: higher and more con-sistent quality, less waste, less post-processing,more possibilities for further processing.

A customer in USA has discovered that by usingIndutherm vibration technology the totalproduction time including post-processing hasbeen reduced by 25% (compared with the olderVC 600).

VC 450Constructed on base of the VC 400, the VC450 is equipped with a completely new gene-rator and a program control system with LCDdisplay. With help of the step-by-step display informa-tion and many automatic functions the hand-ling of the machine is very easy even for lessexperienced users. The program control for20 different casting cycles allow reproducibleand consistent casting results.

VC 650 VThe absolute „State of the art“-machine: thenew VC 650 V garantuees highest efficiency –by a maximum of rapidness and quality.

New program control systemThanks to a new control panel with real textLCD display, all programs and parameters arevery easy and comfortable to set. 100 castingprograms guarantee fast operation and con -sistent casting results. For all major alloys,e.g. for AGS, Alpha Plus, Heraeus, Legor andPandora alloys, the parameters are pre-programmed. That means for you in practice:from the first flask on, you can expect goodcasting results without making expensive pre-tests.

Turbulence reduction softwareNew system for a faster and more laminarmetal flow.

These machines are

designed…

• for casting of jewellery andother filigree parts

• for permanent use

• for certified production processes

• VC 650 V: for metals and alloys with a high melting temperature

• VC 650 V: for highest demands in quality and continuity

▲ porosity with vibration

*Au 18 ct: 750 Au,128 Ag, 122 Cu

*Liquid metal up to top level of the crucible■ = standard equipment o = optional

grain structure without vibration

grain structurewith vibration

elongation limit ~12% bettertensile strength ~25% better

▲ porosity without vibration


1700˚ C12 kW 3 x 400V4.8 kW 3 x 400V

1400˚ C

1918

Rmwith V

Rp 0,2with VRp 0,2without V

Rmwithout V

discharge

N/m

m2

elongation0,2%

tens

ilestr

engt

h

= without vibration= with vibration

NEW

Vibrationtechnology

200:1200:1200:1

VC 450 VC 650 V

The fully automatic VC machines


capacitycrucible volume ■ 170 ccm = 2,5 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 245 ccm = 3,6 kg Au 18 ct*

o 386 ccm = 5,8 kg Au 18 ct*for use of flasks up to ø 130 mm / 260 mm h ø 130 mm / 260 mm hoptional up to ø 160 mm / 400 mm h

handling+controlvibration technology – ■ in Sweep modepneumatic bell lock – ■

maximum pressure 1,5 bar 3 barprograms 20 100program control by LCD-Display, full text readout by LCD-Display, full text readoutdual temperature control – ■

flask temperature measurement – ■

automatic flask and chamber lift ■ ■

variable vacuum in flask chamber – ■

turbo pressure PLUS system – ■

turbulence reduction software ■ ■

quality managementRS 232, diagnostic system, remote service ■ ■

data printer o ■

GSM modem o ■

accessoriessintering kit (for diffusion bonding) o ogranulation tank o o

Turbo Pressure PLUSThe filling of the flask using fast overpressureallows the casting of very filigree parts andcasting with stones. Now with reduced gasconsumption and with an even fasterpressure degree.

Vibration systemThe vibration technology (pat. pending) is themost important of all technical features.Independent scientific studies show that:

• Vibration improves material flow and hencethe quality of the mould filling, particularly with complicated moulds.

• Castings exhibit a higher and more consistent density for all tested alloys and shapes.

• Porosity is substantially reduced.• Risk of hot cracks is reduced.• 50% smaller grain size• Castings have greater stress and elasticity

properties, making them easier to process further.

In practice this means: higher and more con-sistent quality, less waste, less post-processing,more possibilities for further processing.

A customer in USA has discovered that by usingIndutherm vibration technology the totalproduction time including post-processing hasbeen reduced by 25% (compared with the olderVC 600).

VC 450Constructed on base of the VC 400, the VC450 is equipped with a completely new gene-rator and a program control system with LCDdisplay. With help of the step-by-step display informa-tion and many automatic functions the hand-ling of the machine is very easy even for lessexperienced users. The program control for20 different casting cycles allow reproducibleand consistent casting results.

VC 650 VThe absolute „State of the art“-machine: thenew VC 650 V garantuees highest efficiency –by a maximum of rapidness and quality.

New program control systemThanks to a new control panel with real textLCD display, all programs and parameters arevery easy and comfortable to set. 100 castingprograms guarantee fast operation and con -sistent casting results. For all major alloys,e.g. for AGS, Alpha Plus, Heraeus, Legor andPandora alloys, the parameters are pre-programmed. That means for you in practice:from the first flask on, you can expect goodcasting results without making expensive pre-tests.

Turbulence reduction softwareNew system for a faster and more laminarmetal flow.

These machines are

designed…

• for casting of jewellery andother filigree parts

• for permanent use

• for certified production processes

• VC 650 V: for metals and alloys with a high melting temperature

• VC 650 V: for highest demands in quality and continuity

▲ porosity with vibration

*Au 18 ct: 750 Au,128 Ag, 122 Cu


grain structure without vibration

grain structurewith vibration

elongation limit ~12% bettertensile strength ~25% better

▲ porosity without vibration


40 kW 3 x 400V

1200˚ C

2120

VC 1000 DVC 1000 P

VC 3000 DVC 3000 P

VC 12 000 DVC 12 000 P

picture: VC 3000 Dwith large flask chamber (option)

picture: VC 12 000 P

The Vacuum Pressure Casting Machines for large casting parts

Capacity and power for big size projects

Our large-scale vacuum/pressure casting machinesare based on the same advanced technology as thesmaller machines described before, however withmore power and capacity.

Semi- and fully automatic versions

All our large machines are available in two versions:

The „D“-versions allow the control of all importantparameters such as temperature, pressure, vacuum,protective gas and more via digital display. They areequipped with 16 temperature programs. Eachcasting may be protocolled with the integrated dataprinter.

The „P“-versions are additionally equipped with aprogram control system (see VC 650 V page 18).

Individual solutions, e.g. for MagnesiumCasting

According to your needs, we also develop individualconfigurations for you. A bigger vacuum chamber?The complete safety equipment for magnesiumcasting? Nearly everything is possible. The magnesium casting versions are constructedaccording to the strict security requirements andguarantee a safe and easy casting of magnesium –and of course of every other metal, too.

These machines are

designed for:

• the automotive and component industries

• rapid prototyping

• orthopedic and medicine technologies

• machinery construction

• toolmaking

• sculptures


capacitycrucible volume ■ 1.500 ccm = 4 kg Al ■ 3.400 ccm = 9 kg Al ■ 12.000 ccm = 30 kg Alfor use of flasks up to ø 250 mm / 500 mm h ø 300 mm / 600 mm h ø 600 mm / 800 mm hoptional up to – ø 450 mm / 600 mm h –

handling+control16 temperature programs ■ ■ ■

program control (100 programs) ■ VC 1000 P ■ VC 3000 P ■ VC 12 000 Pautomatic flask and chamber lift ■ VC 1000 P ■ VC 3000 P –dual temperature control ■ ■ ■

flask temperature measurement ■ ■ ■


data printer ■ ■ ■

other versionsavailable as granulating unit GU 1000 D GU 3000 D GU 12 000 D


The VC 3000 Pwith an extra large

flask chamber

picture: VC 1000 P with feeding system and window door

VC 3000 withmagnesium kit


40 kW 3 x 400V

1200˚ C

2120

VC 1000 DVC 1000 P

VC 3000 DVC 3000 P

VC 12 000 DVC 12 000 P

picture: VC 3000 Dwith large flask chamber (option)

picture: VC 12 000 P

The Vacuum Pressure Casting Machines for large casting parts

Capacity and power for big size projects

Our large-scale vacuum/pressure casting machinesare based on the same advanced technology as thesmaller machines described before, however withmore power and capacity.

Semi- and fully automatic versions

All our large machines are available in two versions:

The „D“-versions allow the control of all importantparameters such as temperature, pressure, vacuum,protective gas and more via digital display. They areequipped with 16 temperature programs. Eachcasting may be protocolled with the integrated dataprinter.

The „P“-versions are additionally equipped with aprogram control system (see VC 650 V page 18).

Individual solutions, e.g. for MagnesiumCasting

According to your needs, we also develop individualconfigurations for you. A bigger vacuum chamber?The complete safety equipment for magnesiumcasting? Nearly everything is possible. The magnesium casting versions are constructedaccording to the strict security requirements andguarantee a safe and easy casting of magnesium –and of course of every other metal, too.

These machines are

designed for:

• the automotive and component industries

• rapid prototyping

• orthopedic and medicine technologies

• machinery construction

• toolmaking

• sculptures


capacitycrucible volume ■ 1.500 ccm = 4 kg Al ■ 3.400 ccm = 9 kg Al ■ 12.000 ccm = 30 kg Alfor use of flasks up to ø 250 mm / 500 mm h ø 300 mm / 600 mm h ø 600 mm / 800 mm hoptional up to – ø 450 mm / 600 mm h –

handling+control16 temperature programs ■ ■ ■

program control (100 programs) ■ VC 1000 P ■ VC 3000 P ■ VC 12 000 Pautomatic flask and chamber lift ■ VC 1000 P ■ VC 3000 P –dual temperature control ■ ■ ■

flask temperature measurement ■ ■ ■



other versionsavailable as granulating unit GU 1000 D GU 3000 D GU 12 000 D


The VC 3000 Pwith an extra large

flask chamber

picture: VC 1000 P with feeding system and window door

VC 3000 withmagnesium kit


3.5 kW 230V or 4.8 kW 3 x 400V

1400˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C

2322

TM 2

00

MU 700 VV

MU

700

versions with ceramic crucible for platinum and steel:

No limitation ofthe material size.

❁ real capacity for casting■ = standard equipment o = optional

These machines

are designed…

• for all melting processes with an extensiveformation of smoke and oxides, which should be absorbed

• for the melting down of scrap and cuttings or large parts like stamping remains

Machines for melting and handpouring

Ideal for the melting oflarge parts: no sealing rodconstruction reduces theavailable space.

Some metals develop a lot ofsmoke and oxides during the mel-ting. It’s better to melt them inopen systems, with use of an airabsorber.

With the TM and MU series we offer melting machines for handpouring for many different demands and with crucible capacitiesfrom 155 ccm up to 1,200 ccm. The material is molten in opencrucibles and poured by hand into the mould.

Table Melting Machines TM Series

The TM series are affordable, compact melting units for companieswith small casting volume. The induction generator works withhigher frequency to melt down quickly without loosing mixingenergy.

Melting Units MU Series

Flexible melting furnaces designed to melt gold and silver alloysand as well as aluminium, bronze, brass a.s.o. Due to the strong induction generator (15 kW) and the lowinduction frequency the stirring effect of the metal is excellent.

The MU as vacuum casting machine

The V or VV versions include one or two additional extra largecapacity vacuum chambers. The short distance between meltingand pouring leads to high quality cast even with filigree parts.

TM 200 MU 400-MU 1200 MU 400 -MU1200 V/VV


capacitycrucible volume 155 ccm = 2,3 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 400: 400 ccm = 6 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 400 V/VV: 400 ccm = 6 kg Au 18 ct❁

MU 700: 700 ccm = 9 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 700 V/VV: 700 ccm = 9 kg Au 18 ct❁


MU 1200: 1,200 ccm = 18 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 1200 V/VV: 1,200 ccm = 18 kg Au 18 ct❁

perforated flasks with/without flange ■ up to ø160 mm/400 mm h

handling+controltemperature control o as shown in picture ■ ■

temperature programs – 16 16interface RS 232 ■ ■ ■

MU seriesTM series


3.5 kW 230V or 4.8 kW 3 x 400V

1400˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C

2322

TM 2

00

MU 700 VV

MU

700

versions with ceramic crucible for platinum and steel:

No limitation ofthe material size.


These machines

are designed…

• for all melting processes with an extensiveformation of smoke and oxides, which should be absorbed

• for the melting down of scrap and cuttings or large parts like stamping remains

Machines for melting and handpouring

Ideal for the melting oflarge parts: no sealing rodconstruction reduces theavailable space.

Some metals develop a lot ofsmoke and oxides during the mel-ting. It’s better to melt them inopen systems, with use of an airabsorber.

With the TM and MU series we offer melting machines for handpouring for many different demands and with crucible capacitiesfrom 155 ccm up to 1,200 ccm. The material is molten in opencrucibles and poured by hand into the mould.

Table Melting Machines TM Series

The TM series are affordable, compact melting units for companieswith small casting volume. The induction generator works withhigher frequency to melt down quickly without loosing mixingenergy.

Melting Units MU Series

Flexible melting furnaces designed to melt gold and silver alloysand as well as aluminium, bronze, brass a.s.o. Due to the strong induction generator (15 kW) and the lowinduction frequency the stirring effect of the metal is excellent.

The MU as vacuum casting machine

The V or VV versions include one or two additional extra largecapacity vacuum chambers. The short distance between meltingand pouring leads to high quality cast even with filigree parts.

TM 200 MU 400-MU 1200 MU 400 -MU1200 V/VV


capacitycrucible volume 155 ccm = 2,3 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 400: 400 ccm = 6 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 400 V/VV: 400 ccm = 6 kg Au 18 ct❁



MU 1200: 1,200 ccm = 18 kg Au 18 ct❁ MU 1200 V/VV: 1,200 ccm = 18 kg Au 18 ct❁

perforated flasks with/without flange ■ up to ø160 mm/400 mm h

handling+controltemperature control o as shown in picture ■ ■

temperature programs – 16 16interface RS 232 ■ ■ ■

MU seriesTM series


15-40 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C60 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C

2524

TF 12000

TF 1200 / 2000 / 4000 / 6000 TF 12000

TF 4000

NEW

Tilting Furnaces for melting and casting large quantities into ingots or shell moulds

performancepower max. / electrical connectionmaximum temperaturetemperature measurement thermocouple ■ ■

capacitycrucible volume TF 1200:1,200 ccm =18 kg Au 18 ct❁ 15 kW TF 12000: 12,000 ccm = 180 kg Au 18 ct❁ 60 kW

TF 2000: 2,000 ccm = 30 kg Au 18 ct❁ 25 kWTF 4000: 4,000 ccm = 60 kg Au 18 ct❁ 30 kWTF 6000: 6,000 ccm = 90 kg Au 18 ct❁ 40 kW

handling+controltilting by lever ■ –tilting by wheel o –reduction for wheel o –tilting with motordrive by joystick – ■

temperature control ■ by display ■ by LCD-Display, full text displaytemperature programs 16 100interface RS 232 ■ ■


TF series

These machines

are designed…

• for the melting of large quantities, for examplein the recycling sector

• for the casting of large parts into shellcasting moulds

TF 1200 - 6000 – tried and tested infoundries and precious metal mer-chants across the world:

Our tilting furnaces are mainly used in twoareas:

1. for melting down large quantities of metalsuch as antique gold or manufacturing residueslike casting waste, scrap or swarf.30 kW output and low-frequency tuning meansfast smelting – even for large volumes – andexcellent through-mixing.

2. for casting large, heavy componentse.g. after slip casting (see section on steelcasting furnaces on p.26)

For pouring off, the inductor/crucible unit istilted forwards, either using a pivot lever orwheel, optionally with reduction. The wheel isrecommended out of preference, for safetyreasons, as the operator must move away fromthe splash zone when pouring off.

The new TF 12000 - the giant amongtilting furnaces

The 12,000 ccm usable volume of the cruciblegives the TF 12000 an enormous capacity. Theoutput of the newly-developed generator is ofequally ample dimensions: 60 kW!

The generator is fitted with a 32-bit micro -controller and is controlled via a console with anLCD display with full text readout. 100 programsenable set process parameters to be stored.

Because of the potentially large weight, theinductor/crucible unit is no longer tilted manually – it uses a motor drive with a stableshaft. Use of a joystick enables the tiltingprocess to be controlled easily and sensitively,as with a pivot lever or wheel.

The TF 12000 is tilted using a joystick.


15-40 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C60 kW 3 x 400V

1500˚ C

2524

TF 12000

TF 1200 / 2000 / 4000 / 6000 TF 12000

TF 4000

NEW

Tilting Furnaces for melting and casting large quantities into ingots or shell moulds

performancepower max. / electrical connectionmaximum temperaturetemperature measurement thermocouple ■ ■

capacitycrucible volume TF 1200:1,200 ccm =18 kg Au 18 ct❁ 15 kW TF 12000: 12,000 ccm = 180 kg Au 18 ct❁ 60 kW

TF 2000: 2,000 ccm = 30 kg Au 18 ct❁ 25 kWTF 4000: 4,000 ccm = 60 kg Au 18 ct❁ 30 kWTF 6000: 6,000 ccm = 90 kg Au 18 ct❁ 40 kW

handling+controltilting by lever ■ –tilting by wheel o –reduction for wheel o –tilting with motordrive by joystick – ■

temperature control ■ by display ■ by LCD-Display, full text displaytemperature programs 16 100interface RS 232 ■ ■


TF series

These machines

are designed…

• for the melting of large quantities, for examplein the recycling sector

• for the casting of large parts into shellcasting moulds

TF 1200 - 6000 – tried and tested infoundries and precious metal mer-chants across the world:

Our tilting furnaces are mainly used in twoareas:

1. for melting down large quantities of metalsuch as antique gold or manufacturing residueslike casting waste, scrap or swarf.30 kW output and low-frequency tuning meansfast smelting – even for large volumes – andexcellent through-mixing.

2. for casting large, heavy componentse.g. after slip casting (see section on steelcasting furnaces on p.26)

For pouring off, the inductor/crucible unit istilted forwards, either using a pivot lever orwheel, optionally with reduction. The wheel isrecommended out of preference, for safetyreasons, as the operator must move away fromthe splash zone when pouring off.

The new TF 12000 - the giant amongtilting furnaces

The 12,000 ccm usable volume of the cruciblegives the TF 12000 an enormous capacity. Theoutput of the newly-developed generator is ofequally ample dimensions: 60 kW!

The generator is fitted with a 32-bit micro -controller and is controlled via a console with anLCD display with full text readout. 100 programsenable set process parameters to be stored.

Because of the potentially large weight, theinductor/crucible unit is no longer tilted manually – it uses a motor drive with a stableshaft. Use of a joystick enables the tiltingprocess to be controlled easily and sensitively,as with a pivot lever or wheel.

The TF 12000 is tilted using a joystick.


2000∞ C 3,5 kW 230V

2000˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

2726

1700˚ C40 kW 3 x 400V

TM 50 C MU 200 C TF 3000 C

High temperature melting machines for steel, platinum, palladium, chrome-cobalt…


capacitycrucible volume 50 ccm = 1 kg Pt❁ 155 ccm = 2.5 kg Pt❁ 2,000 ccm = 13,5 kg steel❁

for use of flasks up to – o up to ø160 mm/400 mm h (MU 200 C V/VV) –

handling+controlmanual tilting using the lever – – ■

manual tilting by wheel – – oreduction for wheel – – otemperature programs – 16 16temperature control by pyrometer – o –


data printer – – –


Tip casting under vacuum/overpressure: MC 15+ (see page 6), MC 100 V (see page 10)or the VTC 200 V (see page 12)

These machines are ideal for…

• TM 50 C: melting of small quantities of steel and other metals with a high melting point

• MU 200 C: for larger quantities, also for pouring into flasks

• TF 3000 C: melting large quantities and casting ofvoluminous steel parts

We offer melting machines with three different capacities for melting metals with ahigh melting point, such as steel, palladium,platinum, chrome-cobalt etc.Common to all is the generator, specially designed for the most thorough through-mixing of molten metals. The ceramic crucibles are specially designed for our high-temperature casting machines and are extremely heat-resistant, ensuring the leastpossible amount of energy loss and a lowerinternal temperature in the melting chamber.

Ideal for small volumes: the TM 50 C

The TM 50 C is a proven, compact device thatis used widely for analysis purposes.

The MU 200 C melting machine

The MC 200 C offers sufficient crucible volumefor e.g. manufacturing custom alloys or forregular use for melting down production residues arising from platinum or palladiumprocessing. It can also be supplied with twovacuum containers for use as a castingmachine.

High temperature tilting furnaceTF 3000 C

This melting furnace has been speciallydesigned to melt large quantities of steel orother metals with a high melting point. Thestrong induction generator and low inductionfrequency means very good mixing of themetal can be achieved. The main areas of applications are:• casting voluminous parts such as

sculptures (also sand casting) • purification melting of waste • casting of ingots • casting of solid rollers


2000∞ C 3,5 kW 230V

2000˚ C15 kW 3 x 400V

2726

1700˚ C40 kW 3 x 400V

TM 50 C MU 200 C TF 3000 C

High temperature melting machines for steel, platinum, palladium, chrome-cobalt…


capacitycrucible volume 50 ccm = 1 kg Pt❁ 155 ccm = 2.5 kg Pt❁ 2,000 ccm = 13,5 kg steel❁

for use of flasks up to – o up to ø160 mm/400 mm h (MU 200 C V/VV) –

handling+controlmanual tilting using the lever – – ■

manual tilting by wheel – – oreduction for wheel – – otemperature programs – 16 16temperature control by pyrometer – o –


data printer – – –


Tip casting under vacuum/overpressure: MC 15+ (see page 6), MC 100 V (see page 10)or the VTC 200 V (see page 12)

These machines are ideal for…

• TM 50 C: melting of small quantities of steel and other metals with a high melting point

• MU 200 C: for larger quantities, also for pouring into flasks

• TF 3000 C: melting large quantities and casting ofvoluminous steel parts

We offer melting machines with three different capacities for melting metals with ahigh melting point, such as steel, palladium,platinum, chrome-cobalt etc.Common to all is the generator, specially designed for the most thorough through-mixing of molten metals. The ceramic crucibles are specially designed for our high-temperature casting machines and are extremely heat-resistant, ensuring the leastpossible amount of energy loss and a lowerinternal temperature in the melting chamber.

Ideal for small volumes: the TM 50 C

The TM 50 C is a proven, compact device thatis used widely for analysis purposes.

The MU 200 C melting machine

The MC 200 C offers sufficient crucible volumefor e.g. manufacturing custom alloys or forregular use for melting down production residues arising from platinum or palladiumprocessing. It can also be supplied with twovacuum containers for use as a castingmachine.

High temperature tilting furnaceTF 3000 C

This melting furnace has been speciallydesigned to melt large quantities of steel orother metals with a high melting point. Thestrong induction generator and low inductionfrequency means very good mixing of themetal can be achieved. The main areas of applications are:• casting voluminous parts such as

sculptures (also sand casting) • purification melting of waste • casting of ingots • casting of solid rollers


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These machines

are designed for:

• old gold, remains from production, dental gold

• remains from galvanic processes, such as gold, palladium or platinum sponges, electrolytic silver

• dental waste

• electronic waste, thermo-sensors, contacts, et cetera

• remains from anodes

At a glance: all our machines for metal recycling

Special solutions for recycling and analysisand for ingot casting

VC 400 pelletcasting machine

VC 400 B VRM 70

VC 400 Pellet Casting Machine

This machine has been developed for casting alloys or productionleftovers into pellets with a pre-defined weight or size. A hydraulic ejector allows the pellets to be collected easily. The machine is based on the VC 400 model.

VC 400 B Bar Casting Machine

This machine is especially suitable for melting and casting ofdefined quantities of metal such as one-kilogram ingots. Duringthe melting process, the crucible chamber is flooded with inert gas.

VRM High Temperature Systems for metallurgicalanalyses

The VRM 70/VRM 200 are especially developed for metallurgicalanalyses. Temperature range up to 2,000 °C. Suitable for steel andnon-ferrous metals like platinum, for quantities up to 300 g.

VRM 70 crucible 50 ccmVRM 200 crucible 155 ccm

TM/MU/TF series1,400° - 2,000° C50 - 12,000 ccm

hand or tilting pouring–

page 22-27

Temp.capacityprinciplevacuum/inert gaspage

VC 400 B1,300° C170 ccmingots

■

see above

VC 400 Pellet Casting1,400° C170 ccmpellets

■

see above

VTC 200 V1,600° C145 ccmingots

■

page 12

VRM 70/2002,000° C

50-155 ccmhand pouring

■

see above

VTF 10002,000° C

1,000 ccmtilting into ingots

■

page 28

TF 4000 Ingot Casting Machine

The ingot moulds are located in a movable slide which locks intoplace precisely at the casting point, thus ensuring safe filling of theindividual moulds.

The demands on casting and smelting plants differ considerably in thefield of analysis and recycling. In parts only a few grams have to be mol-ten for sampling, and in parts large quantities have to be molten. Oftena certain shape or size is required, such as ingots or pellets. Moreover, the metals and alloys themselves require different handling:Alloys containing copper, for example, should be molten in vacuum orinert gas atmosphere as they tend to strong oxide formation. For othermetals or alloys, in turn, open plants are recommended as fumes haveto be drawn off, for example.

The overview rendered on right page is intended to give you an in-sight into the versatile possibilities of our program. The ideal solutionfor your application is determined best of all in negotiations or by trialcasts. Just ask us !

High temperature die casting machine VTF 1000 formelting and casting of steel and Pt in large quantities

The VTF 1000 (Vacuum Tilting Furnace) is a one-chamber system,designed with the focus of application on the processing of metalsand alloys with high melting temperatures, e.g. for creating new alloysor for the melting down of production remains like scrap, casting mainsprues or buttons.

Material may be molten under vacuum or protective gas. Pouring into a die is released by swivelling the rocker. 30 kW induction generator, melting capacity 1,000 ccm, temp. max. 2,000° C.


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These machines

are designed for:

• old gold, remains from production, dental gold

• remains from galvanic processes, such as gold, palladium or platinum sponges, electrolytic silver

• dental waste

• electronic waste, thermo-sensors, contacts, et cetera

• remains from anodes

At a glance: all our machines for metal recycling

Special solutions for recycling and analysisand for ingot casting

VC 400 pelletcasting machine

VC 400 B VRM 70

VC 400 Pellet Casting Machine

This machine has been developed for casting alloys or productionleftovers into pellets with a pre-defined weight or size. A hydraulic ejector allows the pellets to be collected easily. The machine is based on the VC 400 model.

VC 400 B Bar Casting Machine

This machine is especially suitable for melting and casting ofdefined quantities of metal such as one-kilogram ingots. Duringthe melting process, the crucible chamber is flooded with inert gas.

VRM High Temperature Systems for metallurgicalanalyses

The VRM 70/VRM 200 are especially developed for metallurgicalanalyses. Temperature range up to 2,000 °C. Suitable for steel andnon-ferrous metals like platinum, for quantities up to 300 g.

VRM 70 crucible 50 ccmVRM 200 crucible 155 ccm

TM/MU/TF series1,400° - 2,000° C50 - 12,000 ccm

hand or tilting pouring–

page 22-27

Temp.capacityprinciplevacuum/inert gaspage

VC 400 B1,300° C170 ccmingots

■

see above

VC 400 Pellet Casting1,400° C170 ccmpellets

■

see above

VTC 200 V1,600° C145 ccmingots

■

page 12

VRM 70/2002,000° C

50-155 ccmhand pouring

■

see above

VTF 10002,000° C

1,000 ccmtilting into ingots

■

page 28

TF 4000 Ingot Casting Machine

The ingot moulds are located in a movable slide which locks intoplace precisely at the casting point, thus ensuring safe filling of theindividual moulds.

The demands on casting and smelting plants differ considerably in thefield of analysis and recycling. In parts only a few grams have to be mol-ten for sampling, and in parts large quantities have to be molten. Oftena certain shape or size is required, such as ingots or pellets. Moreover, the metals and alloys themselves require different handling:Alloys containing copper, for example, should be molten in vacuum orinert gas atmosphere as they tend to strong oxide formation. For othermetals or alloys, in turn, open plants are recommended as fumes haveto be drawn off, for example.

The overview rendered on right page is intended to give you an in-sight into the versatile possibilities of our program. The ideal solutionfor your application is determined best of all in negotiations or by trialcasts. Just ask us !

High temperature die casting machine VTF 1000 formelting and casting of steel and Pt in large quantities

The VTF 1000 (Vacuum Tilting Furnace) is a one-chamber system,designed with the focus of application on the processing of metalsand alloys with high melting temperatures, e.g. for creating new alloysor for the melting down of production remains like scrap, casting mainsprues or buttons.

Material may be molten under vacuum or protective gas. Pouring into a die is released by swivelling the rocker. 30 kW induction generator, melting capacity 1,000 ccm, temp. max. 2,000° C.


3130

CC 400VCC 400

CC 1000VCC 1000

CC 3000VCC 3000

picture: CC 3000 withoptional

Quattro Drive

picture: CC 1000picture: VCC 400

More flexibility, lower costs

Indutherm continuous casting machines helpyou to save production costs. With only one machine, you can produce yourown alloys or semi-finished products in differentshapes and sizes in the shortest time, forexample:

• wires or bars in every diameter you need, up to ø 40 mm (CC 3000)

• sheets and strips, e.g. ring production, for stamping and pressing

• tubes, perfect as basic material for cutting in sections for wedding ring production

• granulates

As the desired moulds and alloys can beproduced within minutes, you can reduce yourinvestment for material in storage. Yourprocesses will get faster, more flexible and moreefficient.

These machines

are designed…

• for fast and flexible production of semi-finished material

• for use in everymetalworking industry

• as multiple use instruments especially for the production of rings


capacitycrucible volume ■ 285 ccm = 4,2kg Au 18 ct* ■ 1.500 ccm = 22 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 3.400 ccm = 51 kg Au 18 ct*

o 400 ccm = 6,0 kg Au 18 ct*wire production up to ■ ø 15 mm ■ ø 30 mm ■ ø 40 mm**tube production up to ■ ø 30 mm ■ ø 40 mm ■ ø 50 mm**sheet production ■ 50 x 8 mm ■ 100 x 10 mm ■ 130 x 12 mm

o 60 x 8 mmhandling+control16 programs for melting and die temp.,drawing lengths, stoptime, reverse draw ■ ■ ■

inert gas overpressure – CC 400/■ VCC 400 – CC 1000/■ VCC 1000 – CC 3000/■ VCC 3000vacuum – CC 400/■ VCC 400 – CC 1000/■ VCC 1000 – CC 3000/■ VCC 3000neutral inert gas atmosphere ■ ■ ■



accessoriesQuattro-drawing unit – o osintering kit o – –granulation tank o o obending-unit o o osimultaneous casting of several wires – o 3 wires*** o 5 wires***coiling equipment – o o

Our Continuous Casting Machines –the only ones with vacuum or quattro drive


** Standard sizes – special dimensions on demand such as tube Ø 85 mm, 5 mm wall’s thickness or strips 65x40 mm, profiles for watch cases a.s.o.

*** not in combination with Quattro Drive

The main advantages of the InduthermCC-machines:

• short change-over times for various casting sizes

• a lot of additional equipment available• e.g. diffusion bonding set („sintering”) and

granulation tank• induction generators with a low frequency

tuning for a thorough mixing of the metal• automated inert gas• high metal quality, free of porosity

On request: with quattro driveThe optionaldrawing unit withfour instead of twomotor driven feedrolls produce verysmooth tubes andsheeting withoutthe otherwiseunavoidable marksof transportation(for CC 1000 and CC 3000).

All CC-machines also available as VCC-versions with vacuum function (pat. pend.)

With the VCC-machines, melting can take placeunder vacuum or inert gas. This is ideal foralloys containing copper such as red gold or forsilver as these materials tend to oxidize easily. Degasification under vacuum results in asubstantially improved – because of the absenceof oxidization – semi-finished product.


3130

CC 400VCC 400

CC 1000VCC 1000

CC 3000VCC 3000

picture: CC 3000 withoptional

Quattro Drive

picture: CC 1000picture: VCC 400

More flexibility, lower costs

Indutherm continuous casting machines helpyou to save production costs. With only one machine, you can produce yourown alloys or semi-finished products in differentshapes and sizes in the shortest time, forexample:

• wires or bars in every diameter you need, up to ø 40 mm (CC 3000)

• sheets and strips, e.g. ring production, for stamping and pressing

• tubes, perfect as basic material for cutting in sections for wedding ring production

• granulates

As the desired moulds and alloys can beproduced within minutes, you can reduce yourinvestment for material in storage. Yourprocesses will get faster, more flexible and moreefficient.

These machines

are designed…

• for fast and flexible production of semi-finished material

• for use in everymetalworking industry

• as multiple use instruments especially for the production of rings


capacitycrucible volume ■ 285 ccm = 4,2kg Au 18 ct* ■ 1.500 ccm = 22 kg Au 18 ct* ■ 3.400 ccm = 51 kg Au 18 ct*

o 400 ccm = 6,0 kg Au 18 ct*wire production up to ■ ø 15 mm ■ ø 30 mm ■ ø 40 mm**tube production up to ■ ø 30 mm ■ ø 40 mm ■ ø 50 mm**sheet production ■ 50 x 8 mm ■ 100 x 10 mm ■ 130 x 12 mm

o 60 x 8 mmhandling+control16 programs for melting and die temp.,drawing lengths, stoptime, reverse draw ■ ■ ■

inert gas overpressure – CC 400/■ VCC 400 – CC 1000/■ VCC 1000 – CC 3000/■ VCC 3000vacuum – CC 400/■ VCC 400 – CC 1000/■ VCC 1000 – CC 3000/■ VCC 3000neutral inert gas atmosphere ■ ■ ■



accessoriesQuattro-drawing unit – o osintering kit o – –granulation tank o o obending-unit o o osimultaneous casting of several wires – o 3 wires*** o 5 wires***coiling equipment – o o

Our Continuous Casting Machines –the only ones with vacuum or quattro drive


** Standard sizes – special dimensions on demand such as tube Ø 85 mm, 5 mm wall’s thickness or strips 65x40 mm, profiles for watch cases a.s.o.

*** not in combination with Quattro Drive

The main advantages of the InduthermCC-machines:

• short change-over times for various casting sizes

• a lot of additional equipment available• e.g. diffusion bonding set („sintering”) and

granulation tank• induction generators with a low frequency

tuning for a thorough mixing of the metal• automated inert gas• high metal quality, free of porosity

On request: with quattro driveThe optionaldrawing unit withfour instead of twomotor driven feedrolls produce verysmooth tubes andsheeting withoutthe otherwiseunavoidable marksof transportation(for CC 1000 and CC 3000).

All CC-machines also available as VCC-versions with vacuum function (pat. pend.)

With the VCC-machines, melting can take placeunder vacuum or inert gas. This is ideal foralloys containing copper such as red gold or forsilver as these materials tend to oxidize easily. Degasification under vacuum results in asubstantially improved – because of the absenceof oxidization – semi-finished product.


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GU 500 D micro

Solutions for Granulating

Pull-out handle for an easy takingout of the tank insert.

Pour off the residual water…

…and than pour off the granules.

Granulation tanks in different sizes: left: VC 400 - VC 650 V and

CC 400middle: VC 1000 and CC 1000right: VC 3000 and CC 3000

For the production of granules we can offer you three different systems.

• For a frequent or permanent production of granules our GU D series granulating machines will be the first choice.

• If you want to produce granules only occasionally, the additional equipment of a vacuum pressure or a continuous casting machine with a granulating tank is a good alternative.

• For the production of micro granules we recommend our GU 500 D micro

The Granulating Machines GU 500 D, 1000 D, 3000 D and12000 D

These machines are developed especially for granulating of metal bullionsinto proper grains. They are used with a separate removable granulationtank (no tank integrated) and are available with crucible sizes from 170 ccmup to 12.000 ccm.

The major applications are• Preparation of alloys out of gold and master alloy under inert gas

atmosphere or under vacuum• Preparation of alloy components under inert gas atmosphere or under

vacuum• Preparation of alloys from components under inert gas atmosphere or

under vacuum• Cleaning up of already casted metal under inert gas atmosphere or under

vacuum

The Granulating Tank for casting machinesof the VC and CC series

The optional equipment of a vacuum pressure or acontinuous casting machine with a granulatingtank is a suitable solution for time-to-time granul-ting jobs. Granulating tanks are available for allmachines of the VC series from VC 400 on up tothe VC 12000 and for all CC machines.

The main advantages of the new generation ofgranulating tanks:• Easy fixing of the granulating tank• Fast changing between casting process and

granulating• Ergonomically and perfectly balanced design for

safe and easy handling• Optimized streaming behaviour of the cooling

water• Reliable separation of water and granules

crucible volume in ccm 245-386 1,500 3,400 12,000

volume in kg Au 18ct 3.6-8.1 22.0 51.0 180.0

generator kw (400 V) 10 25 30 40

GU

500

D

GU

100

0 D

GU

300

0 D

GU

12

000

D

CC 3000 with optional granulationtank

The Micro Shot System GU 500 D micro

The GU 500 D micro was developed for theproduction of micro granules with a grain size ofbetween 0.1 and 1 mm. The system is based onthe Indutherm granulation unit GU 500 D but allkey components, particularly the jet system, arespecial developments. The main areas of applica-tion for the micro-granules are in new possibilitiesfor jewellery surface design and in soldering technology.


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GU 500 D micro

Solutions for Granulating

Pull-out handle for an easy takingout of the tank insert.

Pour off the residual water…

…and than pour off the granules.

Granulation tanks in different sizes: left: VC 400 - VC 650 V and

CC 400middle: VC 1000 and CC 1000right: VC 3000 and CC 3000

For the production of granules we can offer you three different systems.

• For a frequent or permanent production of granules our GU D series granulating machines will be the first choice.

• If you want to produce granules only occasionally, the additional equipment of a vacuum pressure or a continuous casting machine with a granulating tank is a good alternative.

• For the production of micro granules we recommend our GU 500 D micro

The Granulating Machines GU 500 D, 1000 D, 3000 D and12000 D

These machines are developed especially for granulating of metal bullionsinto proper grains. They are used with a separate removable granulationtank (no tank integrated) and are available with crucible sizes from 170 ccmup to 12.000 ccm.

The major applications are• Preparation of alloys out of gold and master alloy under inert gas

atmosphere or under vacuum• Preparation of alloy components under inert gas atmosphere or under

vacuum• Preparation of alloys from components under inert gas atmosphere or

under vacuum• Cleaning up of already casted metal under inert gas atmosphere or under

vacuum

The Granulating Tank for casting machinesof the VC and CC series

The optional equipment of a vacuum pressure or acontinuous casting machine with a granulatingtank is a suitable solution for time-to-time granul-ting jobs. Granulating tanks are available for allmachines of the VC series from VC 400 on up tothe VC 12000 and for all CC machines.

The main advantages of the new generation ofgranulating tanks:• Easy fixing of the granulating tank• Fast changing between casting process and

granulating• Ergonomically and perfectly balanced design for

safe and easy handling• Optimized streaming behaviour of the cooling

water• Reliable separation of water and granules

crucible volume in ccm 245-386 1,500 3,400 12,000

volume in kg Au 18ct 3.6-8.1 22.0 51.0 180.0

generator kw (400 V) 10 25 30 40

GU

500

D

GU

100

0 D

GU

300

0 D

GU

12

000

D

CC 3000 with optional granulationtank

The Micro Shot System GU 500 D micro

The GU 500 D micro was developed for theproduction of micro granules with a grain size ofbetween 0.1 and 1 mm. The system is based onthe Indutherm granulation unit GU 500 D but allkey components, particularly the jet system, arespecial developments. The main areas of applica-tion for the micro-granules are in new possibilitiesfor jewellery surface design and in soldering technology.


SU 400 SU 450

3534

NEW

These machines are

designed…

• for the production of multi-colour rings according to the diffusion bonding process

• for the solid connection of every kind of metal

An effectiv solution for wedding ring production



capacitysintering processes per hour 6-7 cycl 10 cycl

handling+controlmechanic fix stop ■ –electronic fix stop – ■

automatic process stop – ■

programm control – ■ LCD-Display, full text readoutprograms – 100data printer – ■

For sintering the single layers are centered on a spindle. For the simultaneous processing ofseveral rings, the rings are isolatedfrom each other by grafite shims.

Sintering is the optimal process for producingmulti-coloured rings, mostly sold as weddingrings. Metals are processed under pressureand at temperatures below the solidificationpoint. The fusion between layers has thesame durability as the metal itself. Pre-manu-factured rings can be easily resized.

Indutherm offers different methods ofsintering:The sintering kit for installation into existingcasting machines or special sintering machi-nes, the SU series.

The Sintering Kit

The sintering kit can be installed into existingIndutherm casting machines of the types VC400 to 650 V and in all continuous castingmachines. The kit is ideal for the occasionaldiffusion bonding job and for smaller seriesproduction. Only a few minutes are neededto install/remove the sintering kit.Main benefit of this method: the pressure isgenerated pneumatically and not mechanicallyvia a threaded spindle. This means that thereis no risk of graphite parts breaking as aresult of heat expansion.The sinter kit can be used for the occasionaldiffusion bonding and for small seriesproduction.

Sintering Machine SU 400

The SU 400 is suitable for larger scale pro -duction. It has been specifially constructedfor diffusion bonding in factories whichspecialize in the manufacturing of weddingrings. An excellent quality of bi- or multi-coloured wedding rings is guaranteed.

Benefits:• With the sintering unit SU 400 process can

take place under vacuum, which is important for alloys with manganese component

• Process can take place under inert gas• Straightforward installation/removal of the

rings• Approximate duration of process: 5 minutes • Depending on the thickness of the rings, up

to 6 rings can be processed simultaneously


The new SU 450 is equipped with a highlysensitive sensor system, which permanentlycontrols the reduction of the rings andprovides real-time information about thereduction values on the display. The tempera-ture is regulated automatically and very preci-sely close to the solidus temperature, exactlyuntil the reduction begins.

As soon as the pre-defined reduction valuehas been reached, the process stops automa-tically and so too much deformation can beeliminated (depending on composition andalloy the pre-defined reduction value liesbetween 0.1 mm and 0.3 mm). The “Sensor-Control-System” considerably reduces thetime and material required for the productionfor two major reasons: firstly because theprocess parameters can be defined quicklyand without making lots of test rings; andsecondly because the quality of the sinteringprocess is constantly very high. Therefore thefinishing effort is reduced, as well as the lossof material, which occurs during subsequentdiamond dressing or turning.

Benefits:• program control for 100 different process

cycles• sintering protocol after every cycle• LCD display• sensor control system for permanent

process control and real-time display of the reduction

• no long-winded preliminary tests• less finishing effort and loss of metal


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These machines are

designed…

• for the production of multi-colour rings according to the diffusion bonding process

• for the solid connection of every kind of metal

An effectiv solution for wedding ring production



capacitysintering processes per hour 6-7 cycl 10 cycl

handling+controlmechanic fix stop ■ –electronic fix stop – ■

automatic process stop – ■

programm control – ■ LCD-Display, full text readoutprograms – 100data printer – ■

For sintering the single layers are centered on a spindle. For the simultaneous processing ofseveral rings, the rings are isolatedfrom each other by grafite shims.

Sintering is the optimal process for producingmulti-coloured rings, mostly sold as weddingrings. Metals are processed under pressureand at temperatures below the solidificationpoint. The fusion between layers has thesame durability as the metal itself. Pre-manu-factured rings can be easily resized.

Indutherm offers different methods ofsintering:The sintering kit for installation into existingcasting machines or special sintering machi-nes, the SU series.

The Sintering Kit

The sintering kit can be installed into existingIndutherm casting machines of the types VC400 to 650 V and in all continuous castingmachines. The kit is ideal for the occasionaldiffusion bonding job and for smaller seriesproduction. Only a few minutes are neededto install/remove the sintering kit.Main benefit of this method: the pressure isgenerated pneumatically and not mechanicallyvia a threaded spindle. This means that thereis no risk of graphite parts breaking as aresult of heat expansion.The sinter kit can be used for the occasionaldiffusion bonding and for small seriesproduction.


The SU 400 is suitable for larger scale pro -duction. It has been specifially constructedfor diffusion bonding in factories whichspecialize in the manufacturing of weddingrings. An excellent quality of bi- or multi-coloured wedding rings is guaranteed.

Benefits:• With the sintering unit SU 400 process can

take place under vacuum, which is important for alloys with manganese component

• Process can take place under inert gas• Straightforward installation/removal of the

rings• Approximate duration of process: 5 minutes • Depending on the thickness of the rings, up

to 6 rings can be processed simultaneously


The new SU 450 is equipped with a highlysensitive sensor system, which permanentlycontrols the reduction of the rings andprovides real-time information about thereduction values on the display. The tempera-ture is regulated automatically and very preci-sely close to the solidus temperature, exactlyuntil the reduction begins.

As soon as the pre-defined reduction valuehas been reached, the process stops automa-tically and so too much deformation can beeliminated (depending on composition andalloy the pre-defined reduction value liesbetween 0.1 mm and 0.3 mm). The “Sensor-Control-System” considerably reduces thetime and material required for the productionfor two major reasons: firstly because theprocess parameters can be defined quicklyand without making lots of test rings; andsecondly because the quality of the sinteringprocess is constantly very high. Therefore thefinishing effort is reduced, as well as the lossof material, which occurs during subsequentdiamond dressing or turning.

Benefits:• program control for 100 different process

cycles• sintering protocol after every cycle• LCD display• sensor control system for permanent

process control and real-time display of the reduction

• no long-winded preliminary tests• less finishing effort and loss of metal


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