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9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace

9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace
9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace
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High performance furnace for thermocouple calibrations to 1200 °C

The Fluke Calibration 9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace is a horizontal, open-ended tube furnace with a temperature range of 300 °C to 1200 °C. It is used for comparison calibration of noble and base-metal thermocouples by secondary high-temperature labs and instrument shops in industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, metals, and plastics. The 9118A is the most accurate, reliable, and flexible furnace in its class, meeting the demanding requirements of high-temperature thermocouple calibration.   

Seven key features set the 9118A thermocouple (TC) calibrator apart from other high-temperature calibration furnaces:

1. Wide temperature range spanning most high-temperature applications

Standards and guidelines such as AMS 2750 and EURAMET cg-8 require that a thermocouple be calibrated over the full temperature range in which it is used. The 9118A temperature range of 300 °C to 1200 °C covers most high-temperature applications.

2. Flexible configuration for calibrating a wide range of thermocouple types

The 9118A furnace can be operated with or without an isothermal block, which increases calibration workload that can be performed with a single furnace:

  • Tube furnace configuration (without isothermal block): Base-metal thermocouples are often sheathed in formable materials such as braided fiberglass or PTFE. During calibration, they are bundled around a reference thermometer, held together with fiberglass cord or tape, and inserted into a tube furnace.
  • Isothermal block configuration: Metal- or ceramic-sheathed thermocouples are generally constructed with noble-metal thermoelements and therefore have higher calibration accuracy requirements. The isothermal block, which accommodates up to four 6.35 millimeter probes, improves heat transfer and temperature stability. This better equalizes the temperature between the reference probe and the UUT, which lowers measurement uncertainty compared to calibration without a block.

The furnace configuration can be quickly changed by selecting the calibration parameters stored in the controller for the desired configuration and inserting or removing the alumina ceramic isothermal block.

3. Best-in-class temperature stability and uniformity for calibration accuracy

Axial and radial uniformity, as well as constant temperature stability over time, are key factors that contribute to accurate thermocouple calibrations.

To minimize axial temperature gradients, three actively controlled heater zones compensate for temperature differentials between the central zone and the front and rear zones. Type-S thermocouples, which are less susceptible to drift than other types, are used for zone control and cutout. Axial temperature uniformity when using the isothermal block is ± 0.2 °C over a 60 mm (2.4 in) zone from full immersion at 1200 °C.

Radial (hole-to-hole) uniformity is ± 0.25 °C at 1200 °C when using the isothermal block, and ± 0.5 °C over a 14 mm (0.6 in) diameter at the center of the furnace tube without a block. 

When using the isothermal block, temperature stability is ± 0.1 °C or better over the full temperature range of the furnace.

 No other calibration furnace in its class comes close to this level of performance for both modes of operation. 

4. Automated setpoint control for improved lab productivity

A proprietary programmable controller, available in nine languages (English, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian), enables technicians to automate setpoint temperature control for up to eight setpoint temperatures, the temperature ramp rate, and the time duration the furnace controls at each setpoint.

Automation and data collection can be further enhanced when the Fluke 1586A Super-DAQ is connected to the 9118A furnace through the RS-232 interface. The Super-DAQ can be programmed to control the furnace's setpoint temperatures and collect data for all sensors under test once the furnace has stabilized to within parameters defined by the user. After data has been collected at the first programmed temperature, the Super-DAQ will advance the furnace to the remaining programmed temperatures, collecting data at each setpoint. Once the test has been configured and started, the technician can walk away to work on other activities. 

5. Non-metallic block helps minimize thermocouple contamination

Calibration furnaces with metallic blocks can contaminate thermocouples, causing their accuracy to drift over time. To minimize the risk of contamination, the furnace well and isothermal block of the 9118A are constructed of non-metallic, ceramic alumina. This eliminates the need to protect the thermocouples under test with costly ceramic sleeving—reducing cost of ownership.

6. Deep immersion depth to support most thermocouple calibrations

Industry standards such as AMS2750 recommend calibrating thermocouples at their normal working depth of insertion. The 9118A immersion depth is 365 mm (14.4 in) when using the isothermal block and 350 mm (13.8 in) to the central point of the furnace without a block. This immersion depth is adequate for most of thermocouple calibrations. The 40 mm x 700 mm (1.6 in x 27.6 in) open-ended furnace tube can also be useful when calibrating multi-junction thermocouples or when sample testing spools of thermocouple wire.

 7. Dynamic heater control and cutouts for reliability and safety

The 9118A controls the heater power level below 100% to prevent the heater elements from overheating—improving heater reliability and lifetime. Redundant over-temperature cutouts are built into the 9118A to ensure safe operation of the furnace. These include over-temperature, chassis thermostat, fan fault, control thermocouple fault, and user programmable cutouts.

General specifications

Operating conditions
Operating temperature 5 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature –20 °C to 70 °C
Humidity 80 % maximum for temperatures <31 °C, decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C
Altitude <2,000 m (6,562 feet)
Power requirements 230 V ac (±10 %), 50/60 Hz, 20 A
Heater power 4000 watts at 230 V ac
Over-current protection
System 20 A, 250 V resettable circuit breaker
Main heater fuse F 12 A, 250 V
Zone heater fuse F 12 A, 250 V
Computer interface RS-232 and USB
Display Monochrome LCD, °C or °F user-selectable
Display resolution 0.1 °C or °F
Size (H x W x L) 400 mm x 337 mm x 700 mm (15.7 in x 13.3 in x 27.6 in)
Net weight 29 kg (63.9 lb) without isothermal block
Isothermal block (optional)
Isothermal block construction Alumina
Block outer diameter 37 mm (1.5 in)
Block length 380 mm (15.0 in)
Well diameter (four wells total) 6.7 mm (0.26 in)
Well depth 365 mm (14.4 in)
Net weight 0.84 kg (1.9 lb) isothermal block only

Accuracy specifications

All accuracy specifications except temperature are for a period of 1 year after calibration, at 13 °C to 33 °C
The furnace can be used with or without an Isothermal Block installed. Unique calibration parameters are necessary for each configuration. Calibration does NOT come standard from the factory for each configuration. Ensure that the furnace has been properly calibrated for the desired mode of operation.
Furnace temperature range 300 °C to 1200 °C
Set-point accuracy ± 5 °C

Radial uniformity

Temperature
9118A
(14 mm from geometry
central point)
9118A-ITB
(hole to hole)
300 °C
± 0.5 °C
± 0.1 °C
700 °C
± 0.5 °C
± 0.20 °C
1200 °C
± 0.5 °C
± 0.25 °C

Axial uniformity

Temperature
9118A
(± 30 mm axial length from
geometry central point)
9118A-ITB
(at 60 mm from full immersion)
Full range
± 0.25 °C
± 0.2 °C

Temperature stability

Specification
9118A
9118A-ITB
Stability
± 0.2 °C
± 0.1 °C
Stabilization time
2 hours, full range
3 hours at or below 700 °C
2 hours above 700 °C
Note: Temperature stability measured as 2-sigma over 30 minutes
 
9118A
9118A-ITB
Heating time (23  °C to 1200 °C)
40 minutes
45 minutes
Cooling time (1200 °C to 300°C)
180 minutes
200 minutes
Model Name Description
9118A

 Thermocouple Calibration Furnace

9118A-ITB

Thermocouple Calibration Furnace with Isothermal Block 

Accessories common to all models:

Accessory Description
9118A-3118A-1

9118A Isothermal Block, 6.35 mm (0.25 in) wells x 4

Product Manuals
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (1.35 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started Supplement (74.23 KB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (chi) (1.65 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (fre) (1.37 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (ger) (1.39 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (jpn) (1.52 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (kor) (1.61 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (por) (1.37 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (rus) (1.63 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Getting Started (spa) (1.36 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Users (2.45 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Users Supplement (74.86 KB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Users (chi) (3.01 MB)
application/pdf icon 9118A users (rus) (6.54 MB)
Brochures
application/pdf icon 9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace Brochure (954.68 KB)
application/pdf icon Thermoelement- Kalibrierofen 9118A (607.84 KB)
application/pdf icon Horno de calibración de termopar 9118A (606.2 KB)
application/pdf icon Four d'étalonnage pour thermocouple 9118A (605.5 KB)
application/pdf icon 9118A Forno Horizontal para calibração de Termopares “Furnace” (596.27 KB)
application/pdf icon 9118A 열전대 교정 전기로 (811.39 KB)
application/pdf icon Печь для калибровки термопар 9118A (658.55 KB)
application/pdf icon 9118A 日本語データシート (712.96 KB)
Application Notes
application/pdf icon English: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 3 of 4 - Calculating Uncertainties in a Thermocouple Calibration System (2.24 MB)
application/pdf icon German: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 3 of 4 - Berechnung von Unsicherheiten in einem Thermoelement- Kalibriersystem (2.3 MB)
application/pdf icon French: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 3 of 4 - Calcul d'incertitude lié au système d'étalonnage de thermocouple (2.31 MB)
application/pdf icon Spanish: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 3 of 4 - Cálculo de incertidumbres en un sistema de calibración de termopares (2.3 MB)
application/pdf icon Russian: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 3 of 4 - Расчет неопределенности в системе калибровки термопары (2.36 MB)
application/pdf icon Thermocouple App Notes Series, 4 of 4 - How to Calibrate a Thermocouple (540.49 KB)
application/pdf icon Korean: 열전대 교정 방법 - 4번째 시리즈 (2.57 MB)
application/pdf icon German: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 4 of 4 - Kalibrierung eines Thermoelements (2.54 MB)
application/pdf icon French: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 4 of 4 - Comment étalonner un thermocouple (2.54 MB)
application/pdf icon Spanish: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 4 of 4 - Cómo calibrar un termopar (2.54 MB)
application/pdf icon Russian: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 4 of 4 - Как калибровать термопару (2.61 MB)
application/pdf icon English: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 2 of 4 - How to Select Thermocouple Calibration Equipment (2.51 MB)
application/pdf icon German: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 2 of 4 - Auswahl von Geräten zur Kalibrierung von Thermoelementen (2.21 MB)
application/pdf icon French: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 2 of 4 - Guide de sélection d'équipement d'étalonnage de thermocouple (2.21 MB)
application/pdf icon Russian: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 2 of 4 - Как выбрать оборудование для калибровки термопары (2.26 MB)
application/pdf icon Spanish: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 2 of 4 - Cómo elegir un equipo de calibración de termopares (2.21 MB)
application/pdf icon English: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 1 of 4 - Thermocouple Fundamentals (2.5 MB)
application/pdf icon Korean: 열전대 응용시리즈 첫번째 - 열전대의 기본사항 (2.28 MB)
application/pdf icon German: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 1 of 4 - Grundlagen zu Thermoelementen (2.22 MB)
application/pdf icon French: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 1 of 4 - L'essentiel des thermocouples (2.22 MB)
application/pdf icon Spanish: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 1 of 4 - Nociones básicas de los termopares (2.22 MB)
application/pdf icon Russian: Thermocouple App Notes Series, 1 of 4 - Основные сведения о термопаре (2.29 MB)
Video
9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace - Intro/Demo
On-Demand Webinars
Como Realizar un Sistema de Calibración para Termopares
Press Releases
MET/TEMP II Temperature Calibration Software automates calibration of a wide range of temperature sensors for consistent, reliable results
The Fluke Calibration 9118A Thermocouple Calibration Furnace meets the demanding requirements of precise high temperature thermocouple calibrations
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