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Easy mounting and dismounting with powerful portable multi-purpose induction heater
Bega Special Tools introduces the MF Quick-Heater 3.0-3.5 kW portable multi-purpose induction heater for the North American market, weighing less than 8 kg and plugged into 230 V for easy use.
Dismounting a bushing from a pump used in the dredging industry
It can be used in difficult circumstances where other systems are impossible to operate, for instance where there is little space to work in or where no open fire is permitted. The heater’s flexible inductors are ideal for a large variety of parts with a maximum diameter of 120 mm. Application examples can be found in all types of industries.
Induction heaters are used for industrial heating of ferro-magnetic parts including bearings, sleeves, gears, inner rings, etc. The portable, multi-purpose heater from Bega has a maximum power output of 3.5 kW. The new model is part of the MF Quick-Heater 3.0 series, varying from 10 kW to 44 kW capacity. “The MF Quick-Heater can be a real problem solver for dismounting jobs, but is also used for mounting and pre-heating purposes,” says Richard Imbro, National Sales Manager for Bega in the USA. “It is very easy to use – just plug it into the mains 230 V. Here in North America, this is making it a very attractive device for small to midsize workshops. A lot of the heating equipment of similar technology come in 400 V or even 480 V, but smaller shops can’t use this high voltage equipment, making the MF Quick-Heater 3.5 kW a perfect fit.”
The heater combines a small generator with a flexible inductor that can be wrapped in or around a workpiece or both, offering a multifunctional solution for various shapes or sizes. The inductors can be used for parts with a maximum diameter of 120 mm and are suitable to heat to a maximum temperature of 180 °C or 356 °F. The parts are heated either extremely fast or controlled, depending on the application and purpose of dismounting, mounting or pre-heating.
Dismounting a coupling from the electric motor of a yacht
The heater has four different heating modes. Two temperature sensors make it possible to measure the internal and external temperature of a workpiece. When this Delta-T function is enabled, the maximum preset temperature difference between two points can never be exceeded. Smart electronics take care of an optimal operation frequency. The heating process is displayed in a 4.3 inch touchscreen. A log function can save or export data via the USB connection.
Recent application examples include dismounting a sleeve or bushing from a pump used in the dredging industry. After 3.26 minutes the bushing was heated up to 143.5 °C and could be pushed off the shaft. Another example is dismounting a coupling from the electric motor of a yacht. After 2.2 minutes the coupling was heated up to 101 °C and could effortlessly be removed from the shaft. In the rail industry, sequential dismounting of wheel set bearings was required. Using the MF Quick-Heater, the first inner ring reached a temperature of 120 °C after 105 seconds, and could be pushed off. The second inner ring reached the same temperature in 110 seconds, and could also be removed effortlessly.
The MF Quick-Heater consists of one generator MF 3.0-3.5 kW for 230 V, two magnetic temperature sensors, and flexible inductors which are available in optional lengths of 5 m, 7.5 m and 10 m. The kit also includes one pair of heat resistant gloves.
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It can be used in difficult circumstances where other systems are impossible to operate, for instance where there is little space to work in or where no open fire is permitted. The heater’s flexible inductors are ideal for a large variety of parts with a maximum diameter of 120 mm. Application examples can be found in all types of industries.
Induction heaters are used for industrial heating of ferro-magnetic parts including bearings, sleeves, gears, inner rings, etc. The portable, multi-purpose heater from Bega has a maximum power output of 3.5 kW. The new model is part of the MF Quick-Heater 3.0 series, varying from 10 kW to 44 kW capacity. “The MF Quick-Heater can be a real problem solver for dismounting jobs, but is also used for mounting and pre-heating purposes,” says Richard Imbro, National Sales Manager for Bega in the USA. “It is very easy to use – just plug it into the mains 230 V. Here in North America, this is making it a very attractive device for small to midsize workshops. A lot of the heating equipment of similar technology come in 400 V or even 480 V, but smaller shops can’t use this high voltage equipment, making the MF Quick-Heater 3.5 kW a perfect fit.”
The heater combines a small generator with a flexible inductor that can be wrapped in or around a workpiece or both, offering a multifunctional solution for various shapes or sizes. The inductors can be used for parts with a maximum diameter of 120 mm and are suitable to heat to a maximum temperature of 180 °C or 356 °F. The parts are heated either extremely fast or controlled, depending on the application and purpose of dismounting, mounting or pre-heating.
Dismounting a coupling from the electric motor of a yacht
The heater has four different heating modes. Two temperature sensors make it possible to measure the internal and external temperature of a workpiece. When this Delta-T function is enabled, the maximum preset temperature difference between two points can never be exceeded. Smart electronics take care of an optimal operation frequency. The heating process is displayed in a 4.3 inch touchscreen. A log function can save or export data via the USB connection.
Recent application examples include dismounting a sleeve or bushing from a pump used in the dredging industry. After 3.26 minutes the bushing was heated up to 143.5 °C and could be pushed off the shaft. Another example is dismounting a coupling from the electric motor of a yacht. After 2.2 minutes the coupling was heated up to 101 °C and could effortlessly be removed from the shaft. In the rail industry, sequential dismounting of wheel set bearings was required. Using the MF Quick-Heater, the first inner ring reached a temperature of 120 °C after 105 seconds, and could be pushed off. The second inner ring reached the same temperature in 110 seconds, and could also be removed effortlessly.
The MF Quick-Heater consists of one generator MF 3.0-3.5 kW for 230 V, two magnetic temperature sensors, and flexible inductors which are available in optional lengths of 5 m, 7.5 m and 10 m. The kit also includes one pair of heat resistant gloves.
www.begaspecialtools.com
