CAST-X 500

CAST-X 500

CAST-X 500

Product catalog summary
Overview: The CAST-X 500 Circulation Heater, designed by Cast Aluminum Solutions (CAS), is a compact and efficient heating solution for various industrial applications. It utilizes low-watt-density heating elements encased in aluminum, with stainless steel flowpath tubes to ensure the media never contacts the heating elements, enhancing safety, especially for explosive or sensitive materials.
Specifications:
  • Power: Up to 1500 W
  • Voltage Range: 110 - 240 V
  • Max Line Current: 12.5 A
  • Tubing: 0.250” OD, 316L Stainless Steel, optional Inconel upgrade
  • Max Pressure: 5100 psi (351 bar)
  • Enclosures: Options include No Enclosure, NEMA 1, NEMA 4, and NEMA 7
  • Max Working Temperatures: Varies by enclosure type, up to 392°F (200°C)
  • Sensors: K or J Type Thermocouples
Applications: Suitable for ink heating, analytical instrumentation, appliances, oil pre-heating, laboratory applications, food and beverage heating, and medical devices.
Features & Benefits:
  • Separate fluid path from heating elements to prevent contamination
  • Compatible with high-pressure applications
  • Self-draining design
  • Non-welded construction to minimize leakage
  • Quick heating response
  • Compact size for easy integration
Performance Profiles:
  • Heating Profile: Delta-T for water and air, showing temperature increase at various flow rates
  • Pressure Drop Profile: Delta-P for water and air, indicating pressure changes from inlet to outlet
Enclosures and Sensors: Various configurations available, including options for thermocouples and high-limit switches.
Accessories: Insulating jackets and compression fittings available.
Custom Designs: Options for special tubes, sensors, and finishes are available upon request.
Contact Information: CAS provides global support with regional offices and a dedicated team for engineering assistance and part number configurations.
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Catalog excerpts

CAST-X 500-1

Designed and manufactured by Cast Aluminum Solutions (CAS), CAST-X Circulation Heaters are engineered using the latest thermal modeling and finite element analysis technology. CAST-X heaters feature low-watt-density heating elements cast into aluminum bodies which also contain the helical-coiled stainless steel flowpath tubes. The media is sequestered in these tubes, never touching the heating elements: a critical safety benefit, especially when heating explosive or sensitive media. All CAST-X units are capable of heating liquids and gases alike. CAST-X heaters are self-draining, for safety and cleanliness. With compact, non-welded bodies, plus NEMA & ATEX enclosures, CAST-X units are small-footprint, high-output heaters that meet the needs of high-purity processes, flammable operations, and your most critical heating applications. SPECIFICATIONS: • Power: • Up to 1500 W • Voltage Range: 110 - 240 V • Max Line Current: 12.5 A • Tubing: • .250" OD (1/4") (6.3 mm) • .035" Wall (.89 mm) • Overall Process Tube Length: 84" (2133 mm) • 316L Stainless Steel (standard) • Inconel (optional upgrade) • Passivated or Electro-Polished (optional upgrades) • Max Pressure: 5100 psi (351 bar) • Enclosures: • No Enclosure • NEMA 1 (general-purpose/dust-proof) • NEMA 4 (moisture-resistant) • NEMA 7 (explosion-proof) • Max Working Temperatures: • No Enclosure: 392°F (200°C) • NEMA 1 (dust-proof/general-purpose): 250°F (121°C) • NEMA 4 (moisture-resistant): 250°F (121°C) • NEMA 7 (explosion-proof): 392°F (200°C) Published temperatures are for housing at 12 o'clock position; higher temps may be possible at 6 o'clock position. See factory for details. • Sensors: • K or J Type Thermocouples Standard • Snap-Action High-Limit Thermostat (no housing) • Available Accessories: • Insulating Jackets • Compression Fittings APPLICATIONS: • Ink Heating for Commercial Printing • Analytical Instrumentation Sample Heating • Commercial & Consumer Appliances • Pre-Heating of Oils • Laboratory Applications • Heating of Beverages & Food Industry Liquids • Medical Device Applications FEATURES & BENEFITS: • SS 316L Fluid Path is Separate from Heating Elements (allows safe heating of sensitive materials and prevents contamination) • Compatible with High Pressure Applications • Self-Draining, to Reduce Material Entrapment • Long-Lifespan, Low-Maintenance Design • Non-Welded Construction Virtually Eliminates Leakage • Quick Heating Response Due to Low Mass • Small Size Enables Easy Integration into Larger Machines CAST ALUMINUM Solutions Tel: 630-879-2696 • [email protected] • www.CastAluminumS

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CAST-X 500-2

CAST-X 500 Circulation Heater NO ENCLOSURE #10-32 #10-32 or or M6 x M6 x 1 1 tapped tapped holesholes CAST-X 500 Heating Profile: Delta-T Water (Process Fluid = Water @ 42°F / 5.6°C Inlet Temp, Single Pass, 100% Power, Set Point 752°F / 400°C) 0.6 0.7 2.27 2.65 Flow Rate (gpm and l/min) Temperature Increase (Delta-T, °C) Temperature Increase (Delta-T, °F) CAST-X 500 Pressure Drop Profile: Delta-P Water (Process Fluid = Water. Change in Pressure from Inlet to Outlet, Single Pass) 0.6 0.7 2.27 2.65 Flow Rate (gpm and l/min) Pressure Drop (Delta-P, kPa) 18 Pressure Drop (Delta-P, PSI)

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CAST-X 500-3

GENERAL-PURPOSE (NEMA 1) AND MOISTURE-RESISTANT (NEMA 4) ENCLOSURE CAST-X 500 Heating Profile: Delta-T Air (Process Fluid = Air @ 100 psi (689 kPa), 70.7°F / 21.5°C, Single Pass, Set Point 752°F / 400°C) 8 10 226.5 283.2 Flow Rate (scfm and slm) Temperature Increase (Delta-T, °C) Temperature Increase (Delta-T, °F) CAST-X 500 Heating Profile: Delta-P Air (Process Fluid = Air @ 100 psi (689 kPa), 70.7°F / 21.5°C, Single Pass, Set Point 752°F / 400°C) 8 10 226.5 283.2 Flow Rate (scfm and slm) Pressure Drop (Delta-P, kPa) 40 Pressure Drop (Delta-P, PSI)

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CAST-X 500-4

CAST-X 500 Circulation Heater Engineering Expertise • Speed to Market • Operational Excellence Cast Aluminum Solutions (CAS) manufactures the CAST-X line of circulation heaters, plus a broad range of heating, cooling, and non-thermal components. We are relied upon by OEMs and end-users alike throughout the semiconductor, medical device, aerospace, industrial gas, fluid-handling, food equipment, and energy markets. Our multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians works closely with customers to develop practical solutions to complex process challenges. We utilize industry standard applications...

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CAST-X 500-5

Base Circulation Heater Heater Power- Enclosures & Sensors— High Limit Switches Metric Mountings Building a CAST-X 500 Part Number Use the graphs below to build your CAST-X 500. Assigning numbers for sections AAAA, BB and CC. If you need metric mountings, assign "M" to section D. If metric mounts are not required, leave section D blank. For assistance, contact CAS directly. VOLTAGE, POWER, CIRCUIT TYPE

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CAST-X 500-6

CAST-X 500 Available Circuit Types The CAST-X 500 is available with a single heating element. The basic heating unit features one internal cartridge heater. *Wiring schematic only shows heater elements. Refer to I&M Manual for further details on wiring of snap-action switches and thermostats (if applicable). SINGLE PHASE CIRCUIT NEMA 1 AND NEMA 4 ENCLOSURE Need Help with Part Numbers or Engineering Calculations? One of the key advantages of working with CAS is the accessibility of our team and ability to offer assistance. The CAS Team is ready and available to help you work through part number...

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