Breakthrough Application of Drop Bottom Furnace for Aluminum Solution Heat Treatment and Vertical Quenching in Aerospace and Automotive Industries

2025-10-24 08:56:29

  Recently, with the growing global demand for high-strength lightweight materials in manufacturing, the Drop Bottom Furnace for Aluminum Solution Heat Treatment and Vertical Quenching has become a key focus in the heat treatment industry. This equipment significantly enhances the mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of aluminum alloy components through advanced temperature control and quenching processes. It is widely used in aerospace, new energy vehicles, and high-end equipment manufacturing.

 The vertical quenching furnace features a drop-bottom design, allowing workpieces to rapidly transition from high-temperature solution heat treatment to the quenching tank, ensuring temperature uniformity and consistent quenching rates. Its core advantages include:

  • Precise temperature control (±1.5°C), preventing overheating or uneven precipitation;
  • High energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions;
  • Automated control systems enabling real-time data monitoring and process traceability.

 Industry experts highlight that this technology addresses challenges in heat treating large aluminum alloy parts (e.g., wing frames, battery trays), helping companies improve production efficiency and product competitiveness. Currently, manufacturers in China, the U.S., and Europe have adopted this equipment, driving the global transition toward green manufacturing.

  As aluminum alloys continue to play a critical role in lightweight structures and sustainable manufacturing, further innovations in vertical quenching furnace technology are expected to support Industry 4.0 advancements.

Technical Specifications

Specification Model

T4-45

T4-65

T4-75

T4-90

T4-120

T4-150

T4-240

Power (kW)

45

65

75

90

120

150

240

Width (mm)

600

750

800

1500

1300

1500

2200

Height (mm)

600

1000

1300

1800

1600

2200

2400

Quenching Time (s)

<10

<15

 

 

 

 

 

Workpiece Weight (kg)

500

800

1000

500

1500

2000

2500

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