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SALAMANDER SUPER Crucibles

DESCRIPTION SALAMANDER SUPER is a high quality ceramic bonded clay graphite crucible range manufactured by plastic forming techniques. APPLICATIONS SALAMANDER SUPER crucibles are used to provide consistent performance in fuel-fired furnaces and medium / high frequency induction furnaces. The smaller sizes are typically used to melt precious metals, while larger sizes can be used for some ferrous alloys such as grey iron as well as to melt non-ferrous alloys. TYPICAL METAL CASTING TEMPERATURE 850 - 1600C (1562 - 2912F) PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS Clean melting Good thermal conductivity Good resistance to chemical corrosion High refractoriness A new crucible should initially be heated slowly and evenly to 600C on low power, avoiding local impingement of flame. Subsequently the full heat input rate should be utilised to achieve a uniform bright red condition over the whole crucible (circa 900C / 1650F) at which point the crucible should be charged imediately taking care to avoid packing metal tightly or bridging ingots across the crucible. The furnace controls can then be set to achieve the desired metal operating temperature and heating should continue at the full rate until the metal has reached the desired temperature. In the case of crucibles to be fed with molten metal, it is important that the crucible body temperature is equivalent to or slightly above that of the molten metal in order to minimise thermal stress. INDUCTION FURNACES: Small Salamander Super crucibles are sometimes used in medium to high frequency induction furnaces. The heat-up procedure is dependent on furnace frequency, coil dimensions, and the resistivity of the metal being melted. It is recommended where possible to preheat the crucible empty. The furnace should initially be run at 20% of maximum power until the crucible shows signs of red heat. After 30 minutes the power can be increased to 50% of the maximum. Loosely charge the crucible with metal and maintain the power level at 50% until approximately half the crucible contains molten metal. The power should then be increased to maximum. CHARGING As soon as the crucible has reached the specified pre-heat temperature, charge and melt immediately. Charge light scrap and returns first in order to form a cushion for heavier material. Use tongs to charge ingots and place large pieces and ingots vertically allowing space for expansion. Only add flux once the metal is molten.

IDENTIFICATION SALAMANDER SUPER crucibles are coloured black except for certain smaller sizes that are supplied unpainted. PATTERN RANGE SALAMANDER SUPER crucibles are available in a range of sizes as A-shapes, F-shapes (bilge), and E-shape cylinders to suit a wide spectrum of end user requirements. Ladle liners are also available in standard or bottom pour configuration. QUALITY SALAMANDER SUPER crucibles are manufactured from premium grade raw materials to ISO9001:2008 quality standards . PREHEATING / FIRSTUSE FUEL-FIRED FURNACES: A new crucible should be pre-heated empty in order to minimise the tempeture gradient across the crucible wall. If the furnace refractories have been repaired or if there is a risk of the crucible having absorbed some moisture, then the furnace should initially be heated slowly up to circa 200C and held at this temperature until all moisture has been driven off.

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Crucibles for Lift Out and Bale Out Furnaces TOD

SUPER A-SHAPES (A) A5/0 A3/0 A1/0 A0.5 A1 A1.5 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A10 A12 A16 A20 A25 A30 A40 A50 A60 A70 A80 A90 A100 A120 A150 A200 TOD (mm) 32 46 60 68 79 90 95 105 114 124 130 140 156 160 171 184 197 210 232 232 248 276 292 300 310 324 333 362 400 HT (mm) 35 52 67 78 97 92 109 127 141 152 165 175 184 200 210 232 260 280 290 318 324 362 375 397 397 400 435 452 491 BOD (mm) 24 30 41 48 55 55 61 70 76 86 95 105 108 110 121 130 145 155 160 160 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250 285 Brass Capacity (Kg) 0.09 0.22 0.56 1 1.5 1.9 2.5 3.7 5.6 6.8 9 11 12.5 18 18 23 30 36 43 50 60 77 93 105 115 120 138 168 239 Brimful capacity (Litres) 0.01 0.03 0.07 0.13 0.2 0.25 0.33 0.49 0.75 0.9 1.2 1.5 1.7 2.4 2.4 3.1 4 4.8 5.7 6.7 8 10 12 14 15 16 18 22 32

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SUPER C-SHAPES (C)

TOD (mm) 149 165 225 275 292

HT (mm) 229 245 353 435 470

BOD (mm) 100 110 160 200 210

Brass Capacity (Kg) 12 17 45 86 109

Brimful Capacity (Litres) 2.1 2.3 6 11 15

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C25 C30 C80 C150

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C200

All dimensions are subject to normal manufacturing tolerances. MMS reserves the right to change specifications at any time.

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Bottom Pour Crucibles

SUPER A-SHAPES (AP) AP30 AP40 AP50 AP51 AP60 AP61 AP70 TOD (mm) 232 232 248 248 276 276 292 HT (mm) 290 318 324 324 362 362 375 BOD (mm) 160 160 178 178 190 190 200 Brass Capacity (Kg) 43 50 60 60 77 77 93 Brimful Capacity (Litres) 5.7 6.7 8 8 10 10 12

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Crucibles for Bale Out Furnaces

SUPER BASINS (B) B173 B176 TOD (mm) 397 397 HT (mm) 343 432 BOD (mm) 215 215 Brass Capacity (Kg) 126 174 Brimful Capacity (Litres) 22 28

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Cylindrical Crucibles for Induction Furnaces

SUPER E-SHAPES (E) E3014 E3013 E1251 E115 E3016 E1255 E125 E467 E250 E468 E406* E303 E301 E300 E96 E93 E323 E375 E305 TOD (mm) 47 47 58 59 62 64 65 70 80 82.5 82.5 110 100 110 130 135 165 205 310 HT (mm) 88 88 128 155 88 154 124 152 250 156 156 200 265 265 250 200 318 270 500 BOD (mm) 47 47 50 54 62 52 65 70 80 82.5 82.5 110 100 110 130 135 165 195 310 Brass Capacity (Kg) 0.42 0.38 0.6 1.1 0.92 1.6 0.8 1.75 4.1 2.3 3 6.4 7.4 8.6 14 11 25 26 120 Brimful Capacity (Litres) 0.07 0.07 0.1 0.19 0.16 0.27 0.14 0.3 0.7 0.4 0.51 1.1 1.3 1.5 2.3 1.8 4.3 4.4 21

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Brass capacity is calculated as follows: A-Shapes and C-Shapes - 90% of brimful Basins - With a freeboard of 75mm Cylinders - 70% of brimful Sizes A5/0 - A5 have no pouring lip Sizes A6 - A200 normally have a pouring lip but are also available without lip, reference AN MMS also supplies a complete range of accessories including stands to provide uniform heating and appropriate mechanical support of the crucible base, and covers to exclude impurities and reduce atmospheric oxidation. All dimensions are subject to normal manufacturing tolerances www.morganmms.com
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MOL TEN METAL SYSTEMS INSTALLATION Salamander Super crucibles are used free standing in lift out furnaces. In fuel fired furnaces the stand should be made from similar material to the crucible to ensure uniform heating of the crucible base and provide sufficient mechanical support. The diameter of the stand should be at least the same as the base of the crucible and the height should be such that the base of the crucible is level with the centre line of the burner. The stand and crucible should be installed centrally in the furnace. In induction furnaces the crucible stands on a refractory pedestal and must be installed centrally within the coil. A thin layer of coke dust or other carbonaceous material should be sprinkled on to the stand or pedestal to prevent the crucible sticking to it. INDUCTION FURNACES Small Salamander Super crucibles are sometimes used in medium to high frequency induction furnaces. The heatup procedure is dependant on furnace frequency, coil dimensions, and the resistivity of the metal being melted. It is recommended where possible to preheat the crucible empty. The furnace should initially be run at 20% of maximum power until the crucible shows signs of red heat. After 30 minutes the power can be increased to 50% of the maximum. Loosely charge the crucible with metal and maintain the power level at 50% until approximately half the crucible contains molten metal. The power should then be increased to maximum . CLEANINGOUT Crucibles should be cleaned out carefully between melts while red hot in order to remove any build-up of corrosive slag. SAFETY Proper safety clothing must be worn at all times. Ensure that no moisture is introduced into the melt. Provision should be made underneath the furnace to catch metal that may be discharged.

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