Lead furnace is one of the industrial machines and equipments that are designed and produced in the field of lead melting in different capacities. This furnace is one of the metal casting and melting machines, and depending on the model, it is also equipped with a mixer and melt pump. Since the melting of some metals, especially lead, requires a separate furnace and they cannot be melted with special steel and iron furnaces, those who work in this field are forced to buy lead furnaces in order to melt and purify lead. If you are one of those who use this type of furnace in your field of activity, it is better to learn more about its types and how it works.
Characteristics of lead melting furnace
As we have said, the lead melting furnace exists in different capacities, but its main task in any capacity is to melt lead ingots and lead waste and purify it. The technical specifications of the lead melting furnace are measured based on its type. These specifications include the following items.
The capacity of the furnace
The capacity of lead smelting furnace varies depending on the size of the furnace and may reach up to 7 tons. In fact, the capacity of the melting furnace is determined by the number of tonnage per hour, for example, seven-ton furnaces melt seven tons of lead in 45 minutes.
Melting point
Another characteristic of lead melting furnaces is temperature. The temperature increases according to the capacity of the bottle. For seven-ton furnaces, the maximum temperature is 650 degrees Celsius. Of course, when ordering the device, it is also possible to adjust its temperature in a custom way. Also remember that some groups are equipped with a temperature sensor and you can adjust the temperature.
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The material of the pan of these furnaces in any volume is steel. Since it is steel and has a very heavy weight, it is a bit difficult to move these furnaces even in small capacities, and you will need a suitable means of transportation to move them depending on their size and volume.
Centrifugal pump
One of the equipment used in the lead furnace is a centrifugal pump. This pump discharges the melt, although the centrifugal pump also plays the role of a mixer for alloying.
Measuring sensor
There are two types of measurement sensors in the lead furnace, one of them is the temperature measurement sensor and the other is the melt weight measurement sensor; So you can measure the temperature and melt weight in a controlled manner and adjust them accordingly.
Uses of lead furnace
The use of this furnace is effective in all industries where there is a need to melt lead. For example, lead smelting in battery industries, in casting industries and in recycling industry are among the uses of lead furnace.
Characteristics of lead furnace
In fact, lead furnaces are also known as multi-burner furnaces. Because you can use both gas and diesel burners to work with it.
The next feature is the discharge of molten material from above. This feature prevents waste of materials and prevents pollution.
Another feature of the lead furnace is the possibility of installing a filter in this furnace in order to collect dust and vapors.
The next feature is the possibility of installing a conveyor. In other words, it is possible to make this device semi-automatic by installing a conveyor. That is, you can install a conveyor belt for automatic loading into the lead furnace.
How is smelting done with a lead furnace?
Lead metal has a low melting point and melts at a temperature of about 350 degrees Celsius; Therefore, lead melting furnaces are quite suitable and ideal for its complete melting. You can even melt metals with the same melting temperature as lead in this furnace.
An important point that you should pay attention to for melting lead is your desired environment. Make sure to put the device in a place where it is possible to ventilate properly and continuously, because the melting of lead emits toxic and dangerous gases around, which may threaten your health.
Another point that you should pay attention to when working with a lead furnace is that impurities are placed on the surface of the furnace during melting, and since it is possible to drain from the top of the device, you can first separate the impurities and then carry out the discharge operation. To discharge lead, keep in mind that lead metal loses its heat very quickly; Therefore, you must have a good working speed and quickly drain the molten material and mold it.
Is a gas-burning lead furnace better or a diesel-burning one?
Depending on the working environment and the type of workshop, you can also choose the type of furnace. Diesel fuel has a lot of smell and pollution and is not suitable for closed environments and workshops with neighbors. This is because the cost of fuel in these furnaces is much more suitable and they can be used in places that do not even have access to gas.
Is it possible to melt other metals with a lead furnace?
Yes. If the melting temperature of the desired metal is not higher than the temperature of the lead machine, you can also perform the melting operation of the desired metals. The only thing is to clean the furnace crucible before melting other metals, because some of the lead metal sticks to the crucible during melting.
