Can the electric heating silicon carbide reaction sintering furnace be evacuated?

04-08-2025       Author: KJ technology

Electric heating silicon carbide reaction sintering furnaces are usually equipped with vacuum systems, including vacuum pumps and related gas control systems. The main function of a vacuum system is to extract gas from the furnace and create a high vacuum environment. This high vacuum environment is very important for the sintering process of silicon carbide, as it can avoid adverse effects such as oxidation and pollution, and improve the sintering quality.

Specifically, in the sintering process of silicon carbide, a vacuum environment helps to reduce the occurrence of oxidation reactions and prevent the silicon carbide material from reacting with oxygen at high temperatures to generate oxides, thereby affecting the material's performance. At the same time, the vacuum environment can promote the discharge of internal pores in the material, further improving the density and performance of ceramics.

In addition, the vacuum system of the electrically heated silicon carbide reaction sintering furnace also allows for control of the atmosphere inside the furnace to meet the sintering requirements of different materials. By adjusting the vacuum degree and atmosphere conditions, the sintering process can be optimized, and the quality and consistency of sintered products can be improved.