Model 653 High-Temperature Furnaces

MTS Model 653 High-Temperature Furnaces are ideal for a wide variety of high-temperature tests, including tension, compression, bend and fatigue testing of metals, composites, ceramics and many other materials. The furnaces have a user-friendly design that helps operators perform setup tasks more quickly – without compromising test quality or accuracy.

Model 653 furnaces streamline test setup and specimen changeover with a clamshell design that allows operators to work from the front of the furnace at all times. This design also improves furnace alignment, which is critical to achieving proper gradients. The durable, low-maintenance insulation for Model 653.03 and 653.04 furnaces comes pre-cut, so there is no need to handle the material in the lab. It fits tighter around the pushrods, reducing heat loss and eliminating the need for wool. The flow switches of the grip water cooling circuit can be integrated with the Model 409 temperature controller, shutting down the furnace to protect the equipment and specimen in the event of a water supply failure.

Reliable Furnace and Temperature Controller

• MTS Model 653 furnaces incorporate the MTS Model 409.83 temperature controller to provide high-temperature testing environments
• Capable of achieving temperatures 1000°C (1832°F) in validated testing conditions
• Single or multiple zone heating
• Clamshell design streamlines test setup, furnace alignment, and specimen changeover
• Silicon carbide heating elements and alumina fiber insulation system for low heat loss and long life
• Multiple furnace heights to accommodate diverse test requirements
• Mounting bracket for a variety of MTS load frames is included
• Designed to accommodate MTS high-temperature axial extensometers
• Multiple mounting options - on included furnace mounting bracket or optional stand for floor or table
• Compact, ergonomic design
• Multiple level, self-tuning PID control
• SCR power relays included
• Digital communications available
• Applications: Ideal for high-temperatures tension, and compression testing of metals, composites, ceramics, and a wide variety of materials