Suitable for all metals!
The 3.5 kW induction heating means that the material melts extremely rapidly in an atmosphere without oxidation. All metals – also platinum and steel – can be cast without difficulty. The crucibles are large enough to solve any standard casting task one would find in a studio or atelier with no difficulty at all. The flasks can also accommodate larger or heavier jewellery parts. It is equally possible to melt and cast minimal amounts of metal.
The entire process is extremely fast, especially if the goldsmith uses so-called speed investment compounds. This enables rapid response to new models, fulfillment of express orders and the implementation of last-minute ideas, for example before a trade fair.
Rapid and simple casting
The whole process of casting can be carried out simply, quickly and safely without any real prior technical knowledge of casting. In the investment machine the gipsum gets mixed under vacuum – correctly dosed and air bubble free. The flask with the wax model gets filled under vacuum, too. Vibration during filling eliminates air inclusions.
The wax is molten off in the furnace and the mould is burnt out.
MC 16, the new MC series basic model
- Perfectly suited for small castings and small series
- Minimum material consumption – a thimble may be the right measure
- 3.5 KW induction heating for fast heating and high maximum temperature
- Even for the casting of steel and platinum
- Fast process time thanks to short heating period of the flasks
- The MC 16 mini casting machine is very easy to use
After pouring, the MC series automatically switch to overpressure in order to optimise the mould filling even for delicate parts. Alternatively it is also possible to keep the vacuum.
Data Overview of MC 16
■ standard equipment, ○ optional, - not available
| MC 16 | MC 20 V | MC 60 V | MC 100 V | MTC 100 V | |
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Power
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| Power max. / electrical connection | 3,5 kW (230v single phase) | 3,5 kW (230v single phase) | 3,5 kW (230v single phase) | 8 kW (3x400v) | 8 kW (3x400 V) |
| Temperature max. | 2000° C | 2000° C | 1300° C | 2000° C | 2100° C |
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Capacity
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| Crucible Volume | 100g Au 18 ct 110g steel 200g Pl | 100g Au 18 ct 110g steel 200g Pl | 450g Au 18 ct 300g Ag 935 |
450g Au 18 ct 250g steel 500g Pl | 450g Au 18 ct 250g steel 500g Pl |
| Volume ceramic crucible | 30 ccm = 600 g Pt / 250 g steel | ||||
| For use of molds | up to ø 30/50/65/80 mm x 80 mm h | up to ø 30/50/65/80 mm x 80 mm h | up to ø 80/100 mm x 120 mm h | up to ø 80/100 mm x 120 mm h | bis ø 100 mm x 150 mm H |
| Volume graphite crucible | 25 ccm = 450 g Au 18 ct | ||||
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Operation and Control
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| Control system | by LCD-display, full text readout | by LCD-display, full text readout | by LCD-display, full text readout | by LCD-display, full text readout | by LCD-display, full text readout |
| Maximum pressure | 3 bar | ||||
| Turbo Pressure PLUS system | ■ | ||||
| Automatic vacuum function | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| Automatic overpressure function | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| Casting also under vacuum only | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |
| Vacuum/Inert gas overpressure | ■ | ||||
| Vacuum or overpressure after casting | –1 up to +2 bar | –1 up to +3 bar | –1 up to +2 bar | –1 up to +3 bar | –1 up to +3 bar |
| Function washing by inert gas | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| Temp. measurement by thermocouple | ■, up to 1.300° C | ||||
| Vibration system | - | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| Supply: cooling water, inert gas argon or nitrogen | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| Temperature measurement/control | ■ up to 1.300° C, ○ up to 1.600° C | ■ up to 2000° C | ■ up to 1300° C | ■ up to 2000° C | ■ bis 2100° C |
| Temperature measurement equipped with an optical pyrometer | - | ■ | - | ■ | up to 2000° C |
| Temperature measurement equipped with a dual wave pyrometer | - | ○ | - | ○ | ○ |
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Quality Assurance
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| RS 232, Ethernet, USB interface, diagnostic system | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| GSM-modem for remote service | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
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DMS
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| InduthermCloud | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| iThermControl | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
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Accesories
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| Vacuum investment mixer Indumix 2+ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Vacuum investment mixer Indumix 3+ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Furnace AK 20 | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Furnace AK 50 | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Sand blasting cabinet | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Vacuum pump up to 8 m³ /h | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Vacuum pump up to 21 m³ /h | - | - | ○ | ○ | - |
| Vacuum pump | ○ | ||||
| Floor unit | - | - | - | ○ | - |
| Water chiller | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
Other Advantages of MC 16
