Ipsen USA, Cherry Valley, Ill., reports that California Brazing recently purchased its third vacuum aluminum brazing (VAB) furnace from Ipsen, to expand capacity and manufacture a variety of aluminum-brazed assemblies. These include cold plates, heat exchangers, waveguides, and antennas, for customers in the aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries.
The furnace features an all-metal hot zone with dimensions 38 x 40 x 62 inches. It has a 1500-pound load capacity, and it operates at temperatures of 500 to 1200°F, with ±5°F temperature uniformity. It is also equipped with a 35-inch diffusion pump and Ipsen’s CompuVac control system.
Featuring multiple individually controlled heating zones, Ipsen’s VAB furnaces provide fast cycle times and precise, uniform heating of the workload. In addition, joint-free heating elements eliminate resistance buildup and hot spots.
“There is a growing need for aluminum-brazed assemblies across multiple industries,” says Jeff Ager, General Manager at California Brazing. “California Brazing is committed to meeting our customers’ requirements by continuing to invest in brazing and machining equipment to further improve capabilities, lead times, and quality.”
