Specification:
- 1000 to 2,000 tonnes per year
- 1 or 2 strands 8.0-12.5mm dia., or 12.5-22mm dia.
- CuOF (oxygen-free high conductivity) & CuAg
- Graphite Crucible Technology
- Electric Resistance Heating
- Single Furnace
- Integrated Melting & Casting Manual Feed (pre-cut cathode pieces)
- Withdrawal Assy (including vertical movement)
- Touchscreen Controls
- Alarm Systems for key parameters
- PLC Controlled Coil Formation
- Platform with interconnecting wiring and plumbing
- Coil Weight: either up to 4000kgs (8mm dia.), or up to 2000kgs (12-22mm dia.)
- Facility to empty & drain crucible
- Emergency lift, automatic safety feature
- Automatic recording of production data (30 days)
Scope of Supply Normally Includes The Following:
Rautomead Supply: furnace, controls, coilers, tooling. Engineer for start-up, commissioning & training of Buyer’s engineers.
After delivery, assembly and installation, start-up & commissioning is supervised by a Rautomead engineer. Comprehensive training in the operation and maintenance of the casting equipment is provided during commissioning.
End Use Applications:
- Feedstock for Continuous Extrusion
- Transformer & Commutator Sections
- Enamelled Wire
- Data Communication Wires, Telephone Wires
Services Required:
- 200 kVA Mains Power
- Diesel Generator & UPS
- Primary & Secondary Water Cooling
- Emergency Water Supply
- Nitrogen Gas (5 ppm O2)


