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The AIP8-45H Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) is a high-performance machine designed for reducing porosity and increasing the density of metals and ceramics. It is widely used for high-precision applications in industries like aerospace, medical devices, and energy, ensuring enhanced material properties through uniform pressure and temperature.
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- Facility:Royce Translational Centre (RTC)
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Detailed Description
The AIP8-45H HIP machine is a key component in advanced materials processing, enabling the densification of metals, ceramics, and composite materials by applying high pressure and temperature in a controlled environment. It operates with an inert gas (typically argon) at pressures up to 310 MPa (45,000 PSI) and temperatures reaching 2000°C. The system is equipped with advanced controls, including an easy-to-use operator interface and precise thermocouple monitoring. This makes it suitable for creating dense, defect-free parts with enhanced strength, fatigue resistance, and uniform microstructure.
Uses/Applications
The AIP8-45H HIP is widely used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and energy for processing high-performance components. Typical applications include:
- Powder metallurgy: Consolidation of metal powders into fully dense parts.
- Defect healing: Elimination of casting defects in metals.
- Additive manufacturing: Enhancing the properties of 3D-printed metal parts by improving density and reducing porosity.
- Ceramic and composite materials: Improving mechanical properties and durability.
- This machine is crucial in sectors requiring components with superior mechanical properties, high fatigue resistance, and precise dimensional accuracy.
Working Pressure: 45,000 PSI (310 MPa)
Max Temperature: 2000°C
Furnace Type: Graphite furnace and Molybdenum
Graphite hot working zone: Ø100mm x 300mm high.
Molybdenum hot working zone: Ø100mm x 200mm high.
Heating Rate: Up to 20°C/min (dependant on working temperature)
Cooling Rate: Up to 40°C/min (dependant on working temperature)
Max Sample Size: Dependant on geometry to fit in hot working zone.
Control System: Easy-to-use operator interface with 4 type C thermocouples (Tungsten/Rhenium)
Data acquisition: Logs data throughout processing.