Top-Loading Ovens
Top-Loading Ovens
For annealing, preheating, baking or any other heat processing where overhead handling equipment is used. Full opening door exposes entire work space for easy loading. Ideal for severe service applications — load capacities up to 4000 lbs .
Top-Loading Ovens Model Specifications:
CAUTION: Ovens processing combustible material are required by National Fire Protection Association 86 Standard for Ovens and Furnaces (NFPA 86) to have a fire suppression system. If flammable solvents or vapors are present in an oven, OSHA requires conformance with NFPA 86 Class A Oven requirements. A powered forced exhauster and other non-standard safety equipment must be added. See Class A Oven Equipment for Solvent Processing resource page, reference our FAQs or contact us us for more information.
| Model | Workspace | Outside Dimensions*(WxDxH) | Max Temp | Blower | Heat Input | Insulation Thickness | Operating Characteristics† | Approx Shipping Weight | ||||||
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| Dimensions(WxDxH) | VolumeCu Ft | CFM | HP | ElectricKW | GasBTU/HR | Control Accuracy | Temperature Uniformity | Rise Time (Electric) | Rise Time (Gas) | |||||
| LA-550 | 36" x 36" x 36" | 27 | 59" x 87" x 52" | 550°F | 1,500 | 1 ½ | 15 | 132,000 | 6" | ±0.3% | ±6°F | 38 | 24 | 2,280 lbs |
| LA-700 | 36" x 36" x 36" | 27 | 61" x 89" x 54" | 700°F | 2,000 | 2 | 20 | 200,000 | 7" | ±0.3% | ±8°F | 44 | 26 | 2,795 lbs |
| LA-850 | 36" x 36" x 36" | 27 | 63" x 93" x 56" | 850°F | 3,000 | 2 | 30 | 350,000 | 8" | ±0.3% | ±10°F | 57 | 27 | 4,120 lbs |
| LA-1050 | 36" x 36" x 36" | 27 | 69" x 97" x 60" | 1,050°F | 4,000 | 3 | 40 | 350,000 | 10" | ±0.3% | ±12°F | 60 | 33 | 5,865 lbs |
| LB-550 | 72" x 36" x 36" | 54 | 121" x 59" x 52" | 550°F | 2,450 | 1 ½ | 30 | 350,000 | 6" | ±0.3% | ±6°F | 30 | 22 | 4,665 lbs |
| LB-700 | 72" x 36" x 36" | 54 | 123" x 61" x 54" | 700°F | 3,300 | 2 | 40 | 350,000 | 7" | ±0.3% | ±8°F | 35 | 19 | 5,585 lbs |
| LB-850 | 72" x 36" x 36" | 54 | 127" x 65" x 56" | 850°F | 4,000 | 3 | 60 | 400,000 | 8" | ±0.3% | ±10°F | 47 | 26 | 7,320 lbs |
| LB-1050 | 72" x 36" x 36" | 54 | 131" x 71" x 60" | 1,050°F | 5,000 | 5 | 80 | 600,000 | 10" | ±0.3% | ±12°F | 52 | 24 | 8,475 lbs |
| LC-550 | 48" x 48" x 48" | 64 | 71" x 99" x 64" | 550°F | 2,450 | 1 ½ | 30 | 350,000 | 6" | ±0.3% | ±6°F | 35 | 18 | 4,995 lbs |
| LC-700 | 48" x 48" x 48" | 64 | 73" x 101" x 66" | 700°F | 3,300 | 2 | 40 | 350,000 | 7" | ±0.3% | ±8°F | 40 | 20 | 5,915 lbs |
| LC-850 | 48" x 48" x 48" | 64 | 77" x 105" x 68" | 850°F | 4,000 | 3 | 60 | 400,000 | 8" | ±0.3% | ±10°F | 52 | 28 | 7,855 lbs |
| LC-1050 | 48" x 48" x 48" | 64 | 83" x 109" x 72" | 1,050°F | 5,000 | 5 | 80 | 600,000 | 10" | ±0.3% | ±12°F | 57 | 26 | 9,005 lbs |
| LD-550 | 96" x 48" x 48" | 128 | 145" x 73" x 64" | 550°F | 4,200 | 3 | 60 | 400,000 | 6" | ±0.3% | ±6°F | 24 | 14 | 7,445 lbs |
| LD-700 | 96" x 48" x 48" | 128 | 147" x 77" x 66" | 700°F | 6,000 | 5 | 80 | 600,000 | 7" | ±0.3% | ±8°F | 27 | 16 | 8,880 lbs |
| LD-850 | 96" x 48" x 48" | 128 | 159" x 83" x 68" | 850°F | 7,800 | 5 | 100 | 700,000 | 8" | ±0.3% | ±10°F | 46 | 25 | 11,660 lbs |
| LD-1050 | 96" x 48" x 48" | 128 | 163" x 91" x 72" | 1,050°F | 10,000 | 7 ½ | 120 | 800,000 | 10" | ±0.3% | ±12°F | 52 | 30 | 14,740 lbs |
* Outside Dimensions
- All Models: Control panel overhang 9″ right side.
- LA & LC Models: Blower motor overhang 19″at rear.
- LB& LD Models: Blower motor overhang 19″at right side (26″ on 7-1/2 HP).
- LA & LC Models: Additional height with door open 58″.
- LB& LD Models: Additional height with door open 70″.
- Gas Models: Burner overhang 15″ left side; LA & LC Models right side; LA & LC Models rear.
† Operating Characteristics
- Accuracy as percent of controller span.
- Uniformity at 100°F below maximum temperature.
- Rise Time in minutes to 100°F below maximum temperature.
- Tests run with empty oven and minimum exhaust.
- Performance will vary with load and application.
- See Control & Instrumentation Summary for additional details.
Specifications for Top-Loading Ovens
| MODEL | LA-550 |
|---|---|
| MAXIMUM OPERATING TEMP | 550°F |
| AIR FLOW | Front to Back |
| CONTROL ACCURACY | ±0.3% |
| OVEN UNIFORMITY | ±6°F |
| RISE TIME - ELECTRIC | 38 mins |
| RISE TIME - GAS | 24mins |
| WORKS SPACE DIMENSIONS (WxDxH) | 36" x 36" x 36" |
| SHELVES INCLUDED | |
| NUMBER OF SHELVES MAX | |
| SHELF CAPACITY | Not Available |
| MAX LOAD CAPACITY | Not Available |
| DOORS | Manual |
| LOADING METHOD | Top |
| APPROXIMATE SHIP WEIGHT | 2280 lbs |
| OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (WxDxH) | 59" x 87" x 52" |
Standard Features for Top-Loading Ovens
Certifications
- UL Listed Control Panel
- Meets the Requirements of the Following Standards:
- NFPA 86 (Standard for Ovens and Furnaces)
- NFPA 70 (National Electric Code)
- FM (Factory Mutual)
- OSHA
- Caution:
- When processing combustible material fire protection should be considered
- Not for use with flammable solvents or vapors. Other models available for these applications. For more information see Class A Solvent Processing page at this website
Safety Equipment
- Adjustable manual reset excess temperature interlock to turn off heat on malfunction of main temperature controller
- Recirculating blower air flow safety switch to turn off heat on loss of recirculated air flow
- Electrical interlock shuts off heat if power to recirculating blower is interrupted
- Electric Heat Includes
- Separate heating element control contactors to turn off heat on malfunction of main control contactors
- Gas Heat Includes
- Modulating burner for 1000 BTU per cubic foot natural gas at 6” water column pressure – propane available. Inlet 1” NPT (1-¼ “ NPT above 350,000 BTU/hr input)
- Automatic pre-ignition purge period to clear accumulated gas or fumes
- Push button electric ignition
- Microprocessor based electronic flame safeguard protection to continuously monitor flame and close gas valves if flame is not present
- 325 CFM (650 CFM at 800,000 BUT/hr input) powered forced exhauster to provide combustion venting
- Exhauster air flow safety switch to close gas valves on loss of venting
- Two pilot valves to guarantee gas flow to pilot can be stopped
- High and Low gas pressure switches to confirm safe operating pressure range
- Two main burner safety shut off valves with valve seat position indicator to assure gas flow to main burner can be stopped
- Proof of closure switch on one main valve to prevent igniting pilot unless main valve is closed
- Leak test station at each pilot and main burner valve to allow testing for leakage through valve
Controls
- Digital temperature controller
- Motor control push buttons and on-off heat switch
- LED pilot lights
- 5 kA short circuit current rating (SCCR)
Construction
- Choice of
- Electric or Gas heat
- 208 volt, 230 volt or 460 volt, 3-phase, 60 HZ – other input power available
- Air operated, heavy duty door supported by steel shaft and bearings
- ¼” steel plate top prevents loading damage
- Wear bars at sides of work space to protect walls and duct work
- Reinforced floor with removable grate to distribute loading across floor
- All welded construction
- Durable, electrically isolated, Incoloy tubular heating elements
- Heat source located in heat chamber to prevent radiant heating
- High pressure recirculating blower
- Full coverage supply and return duct work with adjustable opposed louvers
- Adjustable fresh air intake and 4” diameter (6” on Gas Heat) exhaust outlet damper
- Insulated with 10 lbs per cubic foot density rockwool insulation
- Aluminized steel interior
- Slip flashing at doorway to allow inner oven to expand without affecting door sealing
- Aluminized steel exterior with Trilite Green enamel finish
- 1050⁰F models include 2” refractory ceramic fiber insulation on 16 gauge aluminized steel interior walls, 16 gauge 304 stainless steel heat chamber walls and stainless steel recirculating blower
- Brushed stainless steel control panel face
- Fully assembled and factory tested for temperature uniformity
- 1 year limited warranty
Modifications & Accessories for Top-Loading Ovens
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Programmable Temperature Controller
Oven modification adding a programmable Temperature Controller. Microprocessor based, digital indicating, thermocouple actuated, in lieu of standard controller.
-Program Parameters: 40 profiles of up to 50 steps each, a real-time clock with battery backup to allow starting profile at any time of day
-Digital Display, 4.3” color touch screen
-Accuracy, ±0.1% of span plus 1 degree display error
-Connectivity, Relay output for alarm or other notification, two (2) USB ports, Ethernet compatible
Also Available:
-Up to four (4) control channels of temperature, relative humidity or vacuum
-Monitor up to16 sensors
-Math and logic functions
-Digital inputs and outputs
-Data logging
-Graphic Trending
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Recording Thermometer
Accessory adding a Recording Thermometer. Thermocouple actuated.
- Record: 10″ diameter circular chart 24 hour chart rotation
- Digital Display: 0.56″ high, LED, alphanumeric, 4 digit display; LED status display
- Accuracy: ±0.25%of span plus 1 degree display error
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SCR Power Controller
Electrical modification adding an SCR Power Controller. Features:
•Silicon controlled rectifier power controllers are completely solid state industrial controllers that ensure precise proportioning of electric power to the heating elements.
•Oven temperature is maintained smoothly and evenly over the entire temperature range of the unit.
•SCR power controllers minimize maintenance, as there are no moving parts or electrical contacts to wear out.
•Heating element fatigue is reduced since the elements do not cool between releases of electric power.
•Zero voltage firing, including the first one half cycle of voltage, minimizes radio frequency and electromagnetic interference.
•Transient voltage suppressor networks are included, and the units are provided with protective fusing.
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Digital Shut Down Timer
Accessory adding a Digital Shut Down Timer. Shuts down oven, selectable range, continuous “hold” feature.
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Install Customer Supplied Temperature Controller
Modification installing a customer supplied temperature controller in lieu of standard controller.
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Digital Batch Timer
Oven modification adding a Digital Batch Timer. Uniformly timing batch operations, continuous alarm with door interlock, alarm sounds at end of preset time until door is opened or timer reset.
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Supply Oven Without Controller
Supply without temperature controller. Supply cutout, thermocouple, and wires only. Customer to supply and install temperature controller.
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Program Timer
Oven modification adding a programmable 24 hour, 7 day timer.
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Automatic Door Switch
Oven modification adding an Automatic Door Switch. Turns off blower and heat when door is opened, restores blower and heat on electric models. Restores blower-only on gas models when door is closed.
Custom Ovens
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Top Loading Oven
Serial #: 590027Drying water from spinnerette packs loaded on reinforced floor
- MAX TEMP: 500ºF
- WORKSPACE DIMS (WxDxH): 162" x 28" x 24"
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Top Loading Oven
Serial #: 590035Air operated rear sliding door, wear bars at side of work space and reinforced floor
- MAX TEMP: 500ºF
- WORKSPACE DIMS (WxDxH): 48" x 48" x 36"
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Special 1000◦F Top Loading Oven
Serial #: 59004714′ x 4′ x 4′ with access ports to allow monitoring of molds processing composite parts
- MAX TEMP: 1000ºF
- WORKSPACE DIMS (WxDxH): 168" x 48" x 48"
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Top Loading Oven
Serial #: 79655A030412′ x 1′ x 1′ for processing electronic components with manual, counterweighted door and swivel casters for portability
- MAX TEMP: 650ºF
- WORKSPACE DIMS (WxDxH): 144" x 12" x 12"
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Top Loading Oven
Serial #: 87720A0606Clam shell opening door with 5000 lbs. load capacity work space floor for curing composites
- MAX TEMP: 500ºF
- WORKSPACE DIMS (WxDxH): 318" x 24" x 18"
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Two Zone Top Loading Oven
Serial #: 90732A0507Two zone oven can be separated into two independent ovens each with manual door.
- MAX TEMP: 500ºF
- WORKSPACE DIMS (WxDxH): 96" x 12" x 12"
