The SNF furnace is designed to test the swelling index number of coal in accordance with the following standard test methods
BS 1016-107.1:1991 Methods for analysis and testing of coal and coke. Caking and swelling properties of coal. Determination of crucible swelling number
Standard features
For testing the free swelling index number of coal
Also known as the crucible swelling number
For testing to BS ISO 501:2012 and ASTM D720-91(2010)
30mA (RCD) residual current circuit breaker, protects the operator (because the test requires operation with the door open during heating)
Precise PID temperature control using 2132 controller
Supplied with wire crucible holder
Options (specify these at time of order)
Accessory crucibles and lids available
A range of sophisticated digital controllers, multi-segment programmers and data loggers is available. These can be fitted with RS232, RS485 or Ethernet communications
Over-temperature protection (recommended to protect valuable contents & for unattended operation)
Spare parts available separately or in a kit comprising; thermocouple, thermocouple sheath, heating element, solid state relay (SSR) and door insulation piece