Sixway Power Control Console

Our TEAM Sixway Control Console is designed to provide six independently controlled, low voltage, high current outputs which precisely control the work piece temperature. 

Features and Benefits

• The machine provides 72 KW of fan-cooled power that can be set at either 65 or 85 volts of output power. 
• All six zones can be run either manually or as individual set point programmers.
• An optional temperature recorder is available for up to twenty-four inputs of data recording.
• Every machine has output voltage control to prevent unintentional power being sent from the console to the work piece.
• Overtemp protection is built into the main transformer of the machine and there is also a programmable overtemp feature for each zone to add an additional safety during operation.
• The Sixway Control Console can be customized to fit most heat treatment requirements. 

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Twin Heat Module

Our Twin Heat Module (THM) uses the output of any AC or DC welding machine or transformer to provide up to two independent channels of temperature control for heat treatment. This power is typically supplied by a 65 of 86 VAC power source with a 200-amp per zone capacity. 

Features and Benefits

• Zones can either be run manually or as a set point programmer for 
  optimal control.
• An optional 2-pen temperature recorder is available for data recording.
• Contactor control switches facilitate control of output power.
• Small size and portability allows the unit to be moved quickly and easily to job locations, including 
  confined spaces. 

 

Controllers

The Universal Digital Controller (UDC) used in the TEAM Sixway Power Control Console and Twin Heat Module are specifically designed to effectively manage temperature control. 

Features and Benefits

• The UDC-2500 model provides basic manual control while the UDC-3500 model has a set point programmer that has a special built-in firmware to facilitate programming up to five segments.
• The controllers have a bright, dedicated display which shows important values during operation as well as other status indicators.
• All configurations and alignments are completed prior to shipping so that upon receipt, the controller can be placed immediately into service

Recorders

TEAM provides different temperature recording options including a traditional strip chart paper recorder or a paperless digital recorder which each offer their own unique benefits.

Features and Benefits

• All recorders are factory-configured for type K thermocouples but have a variety of other input options.
• Available recorder options include a model as small as 2-pen up to 48 inputs on a paperless model. 
• Both types are easily navigable through the use of a keypad or touchscreen menu prompts.
• All models are available as a standalone recorder with thermocouple sockets and power cord which can be installed into an optional carrying case with removable front and rear doors to protect the recorder and facilitate movement to job sites. 

   

Power Cabling

A typical electrical resistance heating circuit consists of

• A multi-zone Power Console (e.g. Sixway) with female electrical power connectors and thermocouple sockets
• A triple cable set to bring power and thermocouple cabling from the power source to the heaters
• A splitter cable to connect multiple heaters in parallel in the same zone circuit
• A control thermocouple for the work piece

Features and Benefits

• Three-way splitters are standard for connecting heaters in parallel, but two-way and four-way splitters are also available.
• Triple cable sets consist of a taped assembly of twin power cables and a thermocouple extension cable. Standard cable lengths are 25, 50 or 100 feet but are also available in custom sizes.
• All cable assemblies are built using multi-stranded flexible power cable covered with a thermoplastic rubber insulation that is resistant to abrasion, oil, acid, ultraviolet light and high temperatures.
• Cables and connectors are available individually to build custom assemblies for specific customer needs 
  and applications. 

   

Camlock Connectors

Camlock connectors achieve an insulated locking connection with an approximately ½-turn for high-amperage circuits. 

Features and Benefits

• Connector sets are available in panel mount and in-line styles.
• Connectors are available in 150-amp or 300-amp sizes.
• Connectors are available with an economical fiber sleeve or industrial 
  neoprene sleeve.
• Sleeves and pins are available separately as replacement parts. 

 

Thermocouple

TEAM carries a variety of type K thermocouple accessories including wire, jack panel, connectors, cable assemblies and attachment unit. 

Features and Benefits

• The TEAM Thermocouple Attachment Unit (TAU) is a lightweight, portable welder for attaching thermocouples to the work piece to measure temperature. The minimal penetration depth of the attachment makes the TAU an ideal means to secure a thermocouple since the light marring is easily removed by light filing. Accurately measured temperature is the key to preventing expensive errors.
• Thermocouple wire is available in Q/Q for up to 1200°F of continuous use or high temperature Cefir is also available which is rated up to 2200°F with continuous use. Both types of wire have a higher single-use maximum threshold limit as well.
• Thermocouple connectors are available in standard and midget sizes.
• A variety of thermocouple cable assemblies are available, varying in wire material, length and connector ends.
• Thermocouple jack panels are available from two to twelve inputs in either a self-mount or screw-mount style.
• TEAM offers many sizes of sheathed thermocouples which can be ordered in custom lengths if required. Thermocouple clips and putty are also available to mount these types of thermocouples to the work piece since these are not welded into place. 

   

Test Equipment

TEAM offers different types of test equipment to ensure the best results. 

Features and Benefits

• The thermocouple simulator can source or measure ten common thermocouples as well as millivolts with high accuracy source resolution up to 0.1F°/C. An option rechargeable NiCad battery and adapter are also available.
• The Brinell kit packaged in a convenient carrying case includes a large bar holder, scope, computing wheel and tablet along with test bars. Team carries several sizes of test bars and an alternate fillet weld tester for those hard to reach places. 

   

Heaters

TEAM Flexible Ceramic Pad (FCP) Heaters are manufactured by weaving 80/20 Nichrome electric resistance heating wire through passages with interlocking ceramic beads. The interlocking bead design imposes rigidity along the heater length while allowing flexibility along the heater width, enabling it to confirm to the curved surfaces of pipes and pressure vessels.

Features and Benefits

• Standard 80V FCP Heaters have a surface area of 120 square inches and a thermal power of 3.6 KW with an electric current of 45 amps. Other heater sizes are available in 20-, 30-, 40- and 60-volt ratings with their surface area sizes and power reduced accordingly.
• Custom size and shape heaters are available in all voltages.
• Smaller heaters can be connected in series for standard voltages.
• High temperature heaters are available for temperatures up to 2300°F.
• Heaters can be assembled to custom mesh mats for insulated modules.
• Repair kits and replacement beads are also available. 

   

Insulation

TEAM carries a variety of thermal insulations that are best suited for on-site thermal processing because of their cost effectiveness in application and heat loss prevention. 

Features and Benefits

• Refractory Ceramic Fiber (RCF) and non-RCF materials are available. The knitted Cooperknit insulation is among the most popular non-RCF insulating materials supplied.
• Custom insulation mats can be made either encased in a stainless steel mesh, sewn inside a welding cloth or the Cooperknit material can be cut and sewn to size without the need of an outer protective layer. 

 

Insulation Attachment

Insulation is secured to work piece surfaces by means of steel banding or capacitance discharge-welded studs or pins and retaining clips. 

Features and Benefits

• The portable stud welder facilitates the ability to weld stud pins to work pieces from size 14-gague to a ¼-inch weld base.
• Stud pins and washers as well as lacing anchors and quilting pins are stocked in 12-gauge sizes, but other sizes are available.
• Team also stocks banding and banding clips along with banding tools as another method for insulation attachment. Tape and iron wire are other stocked alternatives. 

   

Heat Treating Parts

Team carries a variety of replacement and spare parts and accessories for all of our heat treatment equipment. Reference our Parts Catalog for more details and part numbers on all available items.