Scholz Hot Air Autoclave – modernized in 2019 – operational autoclave with quick release, approximately 6,000 liters.

Scholz Hot Air Autoclave

SCHOLZ Hot Air Autoclave – modernized 2019 – Working autoclave with quick release

Description:

For sale is a SCHOLZ hot air autoclave,
which was extensively modernized from 2019 to 2024.
The system is designed for the thermal treatment of materials under
overpressure and offers reliable and precise process control
thanks to modern control technology and proven SCHOLZ construction.

Modernizations carried out

In 2019:
Installation of a new program controller brand STANGE 604 including control software and data recording
Integration of a new Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 control (TIA Portal)
New thermoelement feedthroughs for 12 component temperature sensors type K
Installation of new thermopanel connectors for the thermoelements
inside the autoclave
New thermoelement feedthroughs for 12 additional sensors for TUS measurement,
including clamp panels inside and outside the autoclave

In 2023:
Replacement of several control valves for compressed air and cooling water control

In 2024:
Installation of a new rotary vane vacuum pump

Modernized, well-maintained condition
Status: Final version, revision 11.09.2019

Technical Data:

Hot Air Autoclave System UNI Magdeburg

General Information:

Designation: Hot Air Autoclave System

Outer diameter: 1,350 mm
Cylindrical length: 2,300 mm
Loading length: 1,500 mm

Dimensions & Weight:

Autoclave length × width × height: 4,000 × 2,200 × 2,200 mm
Weight of autoclave: 4,800 kg

Control cabinet L × W × H: 2,400 × 600 × 2,100 mm, weight 1,200 kg
Silencer L × Ø: 1,300 mm × Ø 168.3 mm, weight 40 kg
Total weight of the system: approx. 6,000 kg

Electrical Data:

Operating voltage: 400 V AC ±10%, 50 Hz ±1 Hz
Control voltage: 230 V AC / 24 V DC
Power consumption: approx. 68 kW
Current consumption: approx. 120 A

Pneumatic Data:
Control air for control system: 8–10 bar
Maximum pressure at the air inlet of the autoclave: 35 bar (before valve control group)
Maximum dust/particle size: ≤ 3 µm

Cooling water:
Cooling water pressure: 2–6 bar
Cooling water consumption: 8.0 m³/h

Performance values / Autoclave operation:
Temperature range: 0–400 °C
Maximum operating pressure: 20 bar
Test overpressure: 26 bar

Loading weight:
Steel frames & carts: max. 60 kg
Composite: approx. 20 kg

Max. temperature increase (20 → 400 °C): 5 °C/min (approx. 76 min)
Max. temperature drop (400 → 60 °C): 5 °C/min (approx. 68 min)

Environment & Emissions:

Operating temperature range: +5 to +40 °C

Maximum relative humidity: 90 %
Maximum altitude above sea level: 1,000 m
Noise emission of autoclave (1 m distance): ≤ 60 dB(A)
Noise emission of piping system: ≤ 80 dB(A)
Short-term noise emission of air-carrying piping (1 m distance): ≤ 120 dB(A)

Autoclave: 4,800 kg
Control cabinet: 1,200 kg
Silencer: 40 kg

Total weight ≈ 6,040 kg (~6 tons)

Scope of delivery:

Hot air autoclave including quick release
Heating and cooling system
Air and cooling water distributor
Piping and wiring

Note:
The still missing technical data (e.g., dimensions, weight, performance specifications) will be provided later.
The buyer is responsible for installation and operation.

Contact:
If you are interested or have questions about the system, please feel free to contact us.
A viewing is possible by appointment.

(Changes and errors in the technical data are reserved!)