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MODEL # EC2MX6M-10B232C - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Econoclave Notes:

The exterior dimensions are approximates due to fabrication and assembly tolerances. If you require a smaller equipment footprint, please contact ASC to discuss your size constraints.
For Econoclaves with an integrated computer shelf, the exterior width includes the shelf. Because the Econoclave is shipped without the shelf, shipping width will be reduced by approximately 8" (203mm).
Lengths shown are based on an integrated system that includes the skid platform and closed-loop cooling system.
If the above dimensions, operating conditions, or specifications do not meet your exact requirements, please contact ASC to discuss a custom autoclave configuration.
ASME is the standard pressure vessel design code for the US, Canada, and dozens of other countries. In all cases, ASC will design to meet the appropriate codes, however for non-ASME jurisdictions, there will be a slight increase in price. These additional codes are explained in the "Available Options" tab and in the request forms. For the European Union, please choose PED (Pressure Equipment Directive). For China, please choose CHI (China Pressure Vessel Certificate). For Japan, please choose JIS (Japan Industrial Standards).
The autoclave will be internally insulated for the maximum operating temperature shown. Because the autoclave is internally insulated, the pressure vessel will not be subjected to internal temperatures and therefore the pressure vessel steel is not required to be rated at maximum temperature and is rated per code at 450 °F (232 °C).
Maximum heating and cooling rates are based on average air-temperature rates with the autoclave at maximum pressure and loaded according to the "Thermal load during test" value. During the max heating rate test, the autoclave will be heated at maximum power from ambient to maximum operating temperature. When air temperature reaches maximum temperature, the elapsed heating time will be used to calculate the average rate. MaxTemp - AmbientTemp)/ElapsedTime.
Maximum cooling rates are based on average air-temperature rates from maximum operating temperature to 140 °F (60 °C) with the autoclave at maximum pressure and loaded according to the "Thermal load during test" value. During the max cooling rate test, the autoclave will be loaded with the thermal load, heated to the maximum operating temperature, soaked for 30 minutes, and then rapidly cooled. When air temperature reaches below 140 °F (60 °C) the elapsed cooling time will be used to calculate the average rate. (MaxTemp - 140) / ElapsedTime.
Uniformity is taken at steady-state conditions and is based on thermocouples being placed not closer than 4 inches from side, rear, or front of autoclave. At higher temperatures, automatic air temperature biasing might be utilized in the control system in order to center the thermocouples within the tolerance band.
The maximum external shell temperature is based on ambient shop temperatures of not more than 90 °F (32 °C). If ambient temperature is higher than this, external surface temperature might exceed the value shown in the specification. Temperatures around nozzles, flanges, and other penetrations might exceed this value, but in these cases ASC will suitably guard the region to provide personnel safety. If any portion of the autoclave is exposed to direct sunlight, surface temperatures will exceed this value due to radiant energy effects.
ASC rates the pressure vessel 15 psi (1.1 bar) over the normal maximum working pressure. Although not specifically required by code, this is a good measure to insure that the safety relief valve is not triggered during normal operations.
Pressurization rates are based on average rate from 0 psig (0 bar) to maximum operating pressure. This rate is based on customer's supply pressure being at least 50 psig (3.5 bar) above ASC's maximum operating pressure. If customer's supply pressure is lower, than average autoclave pressurization rate will drop accordingly. Depressurization rates are based on average rate from maximum operating pressure to less than 1 psig (70 mbar).
The full-load amperage will increase with addition of cooling system, vacuum pumps,etc. For exact amperage for optional configurations, please contact ASC.
Smaller autoclaves with standard manual operating door swing and ring rotation can be upgraded with an optional hydraulic package. See options.
Although Econoclaves come standard with a specific number of vacuum sources, probes, and thermocouples, you can request alternate quantities when filling in the request form.
For those customers who intend on producing parts for Boeing or Boeing's sub-suppliers, please be aware that Boeing's autoclave certification D6-49327 requires a minimum of 9 part thermocouples.
The Econoclave can be ordered to accommodate any of the world's power requirements. See PW options for more details.

Interior Dimensions	Specifications	See Notes ( Show all / Hide all )

Exterior Dimensions (with integrated skid)
Interior Dimensions	Specifications	See Notes
Working diameter (excluding floor) Working length (front of floor to rear H-slot panel) Floor to Ceiling (at the vertical position, +/- 12mm) Shop floor to Autoclave floor	78” (2000 mm) 236” (6000 mm) 61” (1557 mm) 32” (813 mm)
Overall width with the door closed Overall width with the door open Overall length with the door closed Overall length with the door open Overall height	132” (3348mm) 148” (3782mm) 404” (10261mm) 467” (11861mm) 104” (2659mm)	Note 1,2,3 1. The exterior dimensions are approximates due to fabrication and assembly tolerances. If you require a smaller equipment footprint, please contact ASC to discuss your size constraints. 2. For Econoclaves with an integrated computer shelf, the exterior width includes the shelf. Because the Econoclave is shipped without the shelf, shipping width will be reduced by approximately 8” (203mm). 3.Lengths shown are based on an integrated system that includes the skid platform and closed-loop cooling system. Note 1,2,3 1. The exterior dimensions are approximates due to fabrication and assembly tolerances. If you require a smaller equipment footprint, please contact ASC to discuss your size constraints. 2. For Econoclaves with an integrated computer shelf, the exterior width includes the shelf. Because the Econoclave is shipped without the shelf, shipping width will be reduced by approximately 8” (203mm). 3.Lengths shown are based on an integrated system that includes the skid platform and closed-loop cooling system. Note 1,3 1. The exterior dimensions are approximates due to fabrication and assembly tolerances. If you require a smaller equipment footprint, please contact ASC to discuss your size constraints. 3.Lengths shown are based on an integrated system that includes the skid platform and closed-loop cooling system. Note 1,3 1. The exterior dimensions are approximates due to fabrication and assembly tolerances. If you require a smaller equipment footprint, please contact ASC to discuss your size constraints. 3.Lengths shown are based on an integrated system that includes the skid platform and closed-loop cooling system. Note 1 The exterior dimensions are approximates due to fabrication and assembly tolerances. If you require a smaller equipment footprint, please contact ASC to discuss your size constraints.
Temperature Capability
Maximum interior working temperature Maximum heating rate (average air) Maximum cooling rate (average air) Thermal load during the test Temperature uniformity at steady state External shell temperature at a maximum temperature	450 °F (232°C) 9 °F/min (5 °C/min) 9 °F/min (5°C/min) 5,000 lbs (2270 kg) steel +/- 5.4 °F (+/- 3 °C) <140° (60 °C)	Note 7 Maximum heating and cooling rates are based on average air-temperature rates with the autoclave at maximum pressure and loaded according to the “Thermal load during test” value. During the max heating rate test, the autoclave will be heated at maximum power from ambient to maximum operating temperature. When air temperature reaches maximum temperature, the elapsed heating time will be used to calculate the average rate. MaxTemp – AmbientTemp)/ElapsedTime. Note 8 Maximum cooling rates are based on average air-temperature rates from maximum operating temperature to 140 °F (60 °C) with the autoclave at maximum pressure and loaded according to the “Thermal load during test” value. During the max cooling rate test, the autoclave will be loaded with the thermal load, heated to the maximum operating temperature, soaked for 30 minutes, and then rapidly cooled. When air temperature reaches below 140 °F (60 °C) the elapsed cooling time will be used to calculate the average rate. (MaxTemp – 140) / ElapsedTime. Note 9 Uniformity is taken at steady-state conditions and is based on thermocouples being placed not closer than 4 inches from side, rear, or front of autoclave. At higher temperatures, automatic air temperature biasing might be utilized in the control system in order to center the thermocouples within the tolerance band. Note 10 The maximum external shell temperature is based on ambient shop temperatures of not more than 90 °F (32 °C). If ambient temperature is higher than this, external surface temperature might exceed the value shown in the specification. Temperatures around nozzles, flanges, and other penetrations might exceed this value, but in these cases ASC will suitably guard the region to provide personnel safety. If any portion of the autoclave is exposed to direct sunlight, surface temperatures will exceed this value due to radiant energy effects.
Pressure Capability
Maximum normal working pressure Maximum vessel design pressure (MAWP) Maximum pressurization rate (average) Maximum depressurization rate (average)	145 psig (10 bar) 159 psig (11 bar) 10 psi/min ( .7 bar/min) 10 psi/min ( .7 bar/min)	Note 11 ASC rates the pressure vessel 15 psi (1.1 bar) over the normal maximum working pressure. Although not specifically required by code, this is a good measure to insure that the safety relief valve is not triggered during normal operations. Note 12 Pressurization rates are based on average rate from 0 psig (0 bar) to maximum operating pressure. This rate is based on customer’s supply pressure being at least 50 psig (3.5 bar) above ASC’s maximum operating pressure. If customer’s supply pressure is lower, than average autoclave pressurization rate will drop accordingly. Depressurization rates are based on average rate from maximum operating pressure to less than 1 psig (70 mbar). Note 12 Pressurization rates are based on average rate from 0 psig (0 bar) to maximum operating pressure. This rate is based on customer’s supply pressure being at least 50 psig (3.5 bar) above ASC’s maximum operating pressure. If customer’s supply pressure is lower, than average autoclave pressurization rate will drop accordingly. Depressurization rates are based on average rate from maximum operating pressure to less than 1 psig (70 mbar).
Vessel
Pressure vessel fabrication Door closure	ASME or option PED, carbon steel Quick-opening, Hydraulic	Note 5 ASME is the standard pressure vessel design code for the US, Canada, and dozens of other countries. In all cases, ASC will design to meet the appropriate codes, however for non-ASME jurisdictions, there will be a slight increase in price. These additional codes are explained in the "Available Options" tab and in the request forms. For the European Union, please choose PED (Pressure Equipment Directive). For China, please choose CHI (China Pressure Vessel Certificate). For Japan, please choose JIS (Japan Industrial Standards).
Interior fabrication
Internal insulation Sheet metal Sheet metal retention Rail type and max loading Floor loading	100mm ceramic fiber 18 GA Aluminized steel Screw-less capture system Inverted angle, 7,500lbs (3401kg) on 4 wheels 550 lbs (250 kg)
Air-circulation System
Fan Motor Air Velocity H-Slot ® Flow Adjustment System	50HP (37.3kw) 250 ft/min (75 m/min) Front and Rear
Heating System
Heater Heating Control	Electric, 208 KW, 1 bank, Inconel sheathed Proportional SSR with backup contactor
Cooling System
Cooling coil Main cooling valve Trim and air valves Coil drain system	Multi-row 5/8” finned tubing, stainless-steel 3/4” (25mm), solenoid-actuated ½” (12mm), solenoid-actuated Air-assisted coil purge
Pressurization System
Pressure transducer Pressure gauge Inlet valve Exhaust valve Silencer Manual exhaust valve	0-14 bar, ¼% FS accuracy At the door, 4-½” dial, 0-200 psig, ¼% accuracy 1/2” (25mm), electro-pneumatic 1/2” (12mm), electro-pneumatic Yes ½”
Vacuum
Vacuum Source Line Quantity Vacuum Source Line Size Computer-controlled valves on each line Resin filter trap Vacuum Probe Line Quantity Vacuum Probe Line Size	6 ½” npt VAC and VENT Yes 6 ¼" npt	Note 15 Although Econoclaves come standard with a specific number of vacuum sources, probes, and thermocouples, you can request alternate quantities when filling in the request form. Note 15 Although Econoclaves come standard with a specific number of vacuum sources, probes, and thermocouples, you can request alternate quantities when filling in the request form.
Thermocouples
Thermocouple type Air temperature thermocouples Part temperature thermocouples Hi-Limit safety thermocouple	J or K 1 12 1	Note 15 Although Econoclaves come standard with a specific number of vacuum sources, probes, and thermocouples, you can request alternate quantities when filling in the request form. Note 15,16 15. Although Econoclaves come standard with a specific number of vacuum sources, probes, and thermocouples, you can request alternate quantities when filling in the request form. 16.For those customers who intend on producing parts for Boeing or Boeing’s sub-suppliers, please be aware that Boeing’s autoclave certification D6-49327 requires a minimum of 9 part thermocouples. Note 15 Although Econoclaves come standard with a specific number of vacuum sources, probes, and thermocouples, you can request alternate quantities when filling in the request form.
Control System
Primary Controller Control Software PLC and control hardware Report Printer Electrical enclosures PC enclosure	Computer, Dell Optiplex CPC - Composite Processing Control Allen Bradley CompactLogix HP Color Deskjet 6940 (or Equiv) One, Nema-12, housing control and power None. PC on a customer provided shelf.
Power System
Primary power Control power Full load amps	480V / 3PH / 60Hz 120V / 1PH / 60Hz 416A	Note 17 The Econoclave can be ordered to accommodate any of the world's power requirements. See PW options for more details. Note 17 The Econoclave can be ordered to accommodate any of the world’s power requirements. See PW options for more details. Note 13 The full-load amperage will increase with addition of cooling system, vacuum pumps,etc. For exact amperage for optional configurations, please contact ASC.
Weight
Approximate shipping weight	40,000 lbs. or 18,140 kg

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MODEL # EC2MX6M-10B232C - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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