Aluminum Alloy Solution Heat Treatment Furnace with Water Quenching System

Rexin's Aluminum Alloy Solution Heat Treatment Furnace is designed for solution heat treatment of aluminum alloy components before water quenching. The equipment combines an elevated heating chamber, forced hot air circulation, a vertical lifting system and a matching water quenching tank.

During operation, workpieces are heated according to the required solution treatment process and then transferred for water quenching. A matching aging furnace can also be supplied for subsequent aging treatment.

The furnace is suitable for customized aluminum alloy heat treatment projects. Working chamber dimensions, loading arrangements and process configurations can be designed according to the customer's workpiece dimensions, alloy grade and production requirements.

Rexin's Aluminum Alloy Solution Heat Treatment Furnace is designed for the solution heat treatment of aluminum alloy components requiring a controlled heating and subsequent water quenching process.

Typical Application Industries

• Automotive Manufacturing: Aluminum alloy structural parts and selected automotive components requiring solution heat treatment.

• Aerospace Manufacturing: Suitable aluminum alloy components where the specified material grade and heat treatment requirements are compatible with the furnace configuration.

• Aluminum Casting Industry: Heat-treatable aluminum alloy castings requiring solution treatment and quenching.

• Machinery & Equipment Manufacturing: Aluminum alloy mechanical components and structural parts requiring controlled heat treatment.

• Aluminum Component Processing: Customized aluminum alloy parts manufactured by casting, forging or machining, subject to their applicable heat treatment specifications.

Suitable Workpieces

Typical workpieces may include:

• Aluminum alloy castings

• Aluminum alloy structural components

• Aluminum alloy forged parts

• Aluminum alloy mechanical parts

• Custom-shaped aluminum alloy components

Workpiece & Process Requirements

The suitability of each workpiece depends on its aluminum alloy grade, dimensions, weight, loading arrangement and required heat treatment specification.

Customers are encouraged to provide workpiece drawings, material grades, loading quantities and process requirements so that Rexin can evaluate the appropriate furnace and quenching system configuration.

The aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace features an elevated heating chamber supported by a steel structure, with a vertical lifting mechanism for workpiece loading and transfer.

The furnace system consists of the following main sections:

• Elevated Heating Chamber: Provides the enclosed heating space for aluminum alloy solution treatment.

• Steel Supporting Frame: Supports the furnace body and provides clearance for the lifting and quenching arrangement.

• Vertical Lifting Mechanism: Raises and lowers the workpiece loading assembly as part of the heating and quenching process.

• Furnace Chamber Interior: Features metal lining and perforated internal panels associated with the hot air circulation arrangement.

• Quenching System Interface: Connects the furnace loading and lifting arrangement with the matching water quenching system.

The structural layout and loading arrangement can be designed according to workpiece dimensions, handling requirements and available installation space.

The aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace uses electric resistance heating combined with a forced hot air circulation system to heat workpieces inside the furnace chamber.

Electric Heating System

Electric heating elements provide the heat required for the solution treatment process. Heating settings are selected according to the aluminum alloy grade, workpiece dimensions and specified heat treatment requirements.

Forced Hot Air Circulation

The circulation system moves heated air through the furnace chamber. Internal perforated panels form part of the airflow arrangement, helping distribute heated air around the workpiece loading area.

Temperature Control

The furnace is equipped with a PLC-based control system for managing the heating process. Operating parameters are configured according to the required treatment cycle and equipment design.

The heating and circulation arrangement can be customized to suit different furnace chamber dimensions, loading configurations and production requirements.

The aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace is designed to operate with a matching water quenching system for the solution treatment of aluminum alloy components.

Water Quenching Tank

The quenching tank is positioned beneath the elevated furnace structure to accommodate the workpiece loading assembly during the quenching stage.

Vertical Transfer Mechanism

The lifting mechanism moves the workpiece loading assembly between the heating chamber and the quenching position. The furnace structure and transfer arrangement are designed together to support the required heat treatment sequence.

Integrated System Design

The heating furnace, lifting structure and water quenching tank are configured as a coordinated system. Tank dimensions, workpiece loading arrangements and related equipment can be designed according to the customer's production requirements.

The required quenching medium conditions, transfer time and operating sequence should be confirmed based on the aluminum alloy grade and applicable heat treatment specifications.

Note: The above information describes the equipment configuration. Detailed operating temperature, chamber dimensions, rated power, loading capacity and temperature uniformity depend on the confirmed technical specification for each project.

Rexin can supply a matching aluminum alloy aging furnace as part of a customized heat treatment system.

Following solution heat treatment and water quenching, aluminum alloy components may undergo an aging process according to the applicable alloy grade and heat treatment specification.

Matching Aging Furnace

The aging furnace is a separate heating unit designed for the subsequent aging stage. Its working chamber dimensions, loading arrangement and operating configuration can be specified according to the customer's workpieces and production requirements.

Coordinated Heat Treatment Solution

The solution treatment furnace, water quenching system and matching aging furnace can be supplied as a coordinated equipment package, helping customers plan the required heating, quenching and aging operations.

The aging furnace is shown as matching equipment and is not automatically included in every solution furnace quotation. The final scope of supply is subject to the confirmed technical and commercial proposal.

Rexin's aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace is manufactured and assembled according to the project's confirmed technical requirements.

Steel Structure Fabrication

The furnace supporting frame and structural components are fabricated to accommodate the elevated heating chamber, lifting arrangement and associated equipment.

Furnace Chamber Assembly

The heating chamber is assembled with its internal metal lining, airflow components and supporting structures. The arrangement is designed around the specified heating process and workpiece loading requirements.

Equipment Integration

The furnace body, supporting frame, lifting mechanism and matching quenching equipment are assembled as part of the complete solution heat treatment system.

Project-Based Manufacturing

Rexin provides customized furnace configurations based on the customer's workpiece dimensions, heat treatment requirements and installation conditions.

The photographs below show actual equipment fabrication and assembly work for this aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace project.

Rexin's aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace is shown during installation at the customer's facility.

The installation photographs show the elevated furnace structure, vertical lifting arrangement and the surrounding equipment layout.

The furnace is positioned above a recessed floor area designed to accommodate the associated lifting and quenching arrangement.

The equipment layout is adapted to the customer's workshop conditions, including available floor space, installation height and workpiece handling requirements.

These photographs document the actual installation process of a customized Rexin aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace.

Q1: What is an aluminum alloy solution heat treatment furnace used for?

It is used to heat suitable aluminum alloy components according to a specified solution treatment process, followed by quenching. The process conditions depend on the alloy grade and required material properties.

Q2: Can the furnace be customized for different aluminum alloy workpieces?

Yes. Rexin can design the furnace working chamber, loading arrangement and related equipment according to the customer's workpiece dimensions, weight and heat treatment requirements.

Q3: Does the furnace include a water quenching system?

The equipment shown in this project is designed with a matching water quenching system and vertical lifting arrangement. The exact quenching tank configuration and scope of supply are confirmed for each project.

Q4: Can Rexin also supply an aluminum alloy aging furnace?

Yes. A matching aging furnace can be supplied for the subsequent aging process when required. It is a separate unit and its inclusion should be confirmed in the quotation.

Q5: What information is required for a quotation?

To recommend a suitable solution heat treatment furnace, please provide:

• Aluminum alloy grade and workpiece type

• Workpiece dimensions and drawings, if available

• Maximum loading weight per batch

• Required solution treatment temperature and holding time

• Quenching requirements and applicable heat treatment standard

• Expected production capacity

• Available installation space and power supply requirements

Rexin will review the information and propose an appropriate equipment configuration based on the confirmed project requirements.