Indutherm VC 680 V - Fully Automatic Vacuum Gold Casting Machine with Vibration Technology

SKU
78-4100
Specifications
Brand Indutherm
Model VC 680 V
Power 12 kW 3 x 400 V
Temperature Max 1700°C
Thermocouple Max Temperature K-Type Side Wall 1200°C
N-Type Side Wall Pink 1300°C
N-Type Pink 1300°C Center
Casting Volume 3.6 kg Au 18 ct*
optional: 5.8 kg Au 18 ct*
Training Technical Remote Training & After Sales Support Included
Max Flasks Size 130 mm / 240 mm h
optional: 160 mm / 400 mm h
Machine Dimensions (L x W x H) 23.6" x 34.65" x 57"
(600 x 880 x 1450 mm)
Crated Weight 185 kg (407.8 lbs.)
Country of Origin Germany

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Refilling Without Loss of Temperature or Pressure

The Indutherm VC 680 V features an innovative automatic feeding system that allows metal to be added without opening the melting chamber. This prevents heat loss, maintains chamber pressure, and eliminates unnecessary energy consumption.

Equally important, no oxygen enters the melting chamber during refilling. This means the chamber does not need to be re-evacuated or re-filled with inert gas, resulting in much faster casting cycles. The stable atmosphere and temperature also extend the service life of the crucible and sealing rod.

An automatic metal sensor notifies the operator when the feeder requires replenishing.


Key Advantages

  • Lower personnel costs

  • More consistent casting quality

  • Improved process stability and reduced waste

  • Optimized overlapping casting

  • Up to 20 casting cycles per hour

  • High energy efficiency

  • Longer service life for consumables

  • Replenishment without loss of pressure

Vibration Technology 

  • Indutherm’s vibration system improves metal flow and mold filling while enhancing density and significantly reducing porosity.
  • Higher and more uniform density

  • Up to 50% smaller grain size

  • Reduced risk of hot cracks

  • Better elasticity and tensile properties

  • Less scrap and reduced post-processing


Automatic vacuum and overpressure

The vacuum in the melting chamber ensures that the metal is degassed and prevents unwanted oxidation during melting (an oxygen-poor atmosphere is particularly important when melting copper-containing alloys). The vacuum in the cuvette chamber improves mold filling, especially when casting delicate parts, and prevents annoying air pockets.

In addition, the system switches to overpressure in the melting chamber, thus increasing the pressure difference. An additional integrated pressure tank  provides even faster overpressure build-up for activation of the TurboPressure PLUS function.

 

Dual Temperature Control

Temperature is measured both in the crucible wall and in the crucible center (within the closure rod). This dual measurement ensures reliable accuracy and strict adherence to your selected temperature range.

 

Temperature Measurement for Filigree Work

Cuvettes with incorrect temperatures can be a significant safety risk. Precise flask temperature is especially critical when casting small or intricate components.
Temperature measurement in the flask (standard on the VC 650 V and VC 680 V) now allows readings with one-degree accuracy, dramatically improving casting safety and consistency.

Indutherm Blue Power Logo Indutherm Casting Machine 450 Indutherm Casting Machine 480V Indutherm Casting Machine 650V Indutherm Casting Machine VC680V
Specification VC 450 VC 480 V VC 650 V VC 680 V
SKU #
78-3300
78-3400 78-4000 78-4100
Temp max. 1400° C 1600º C 1700º C
Power max. / electrical connection 4.5 kW 3 x 220 V 8 kW 3 x 220 V 12 kW 3 x 400 V
Crucible Volume 170 ccm = 2.5 kg Au 18 ct* 170 ccm = 2.5 kg Au 18 ct*
Optional: 245 CCM = 3.6 kg Au 18
245 ccm = 3.6 kg Au 18 ct*
optional: 386 ccm = 5.8 kg Au 18 ct*
Flask Size 130 mm / 240 mm h 130 mm / 240 mm h
optional: 160 mm / 400 mm h
Vibration Technology - Standard
Pneumatic Bell Lock Standard
Maximum Pressure 1.5 bar 3 bar
Programs 20 100
Program Control by LCD-display, full text readout
Dual Temp. Control Optional Standard
Flask Temp. Measurement ---- Standard
Automatic Flask & Chamber Lift Standard
Variable Vacuum in Flask Chamber ---- Standard
Turbo Pressure Plus System ---- Standard
Turbulence Reduction Software Standard
RS 232, Diagnostic System Standard
Data Printer Optional Standard
GSM Modem for Remote Service Optional Standard
Sintering Kit (for diffusion bonding) Optional
Granulation Tank Optional
More Information
Metal Type Copper, Gold
Application Vacuum Casting
Form Factor Floor Unit
Packing Qty Priced individually