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Technical Specifications


Microwave hardware

  • Dual magnetron system with pyramid-shaped diffuser for homogeneous microwave distribution in the cavity.
  • Magnetron protection from reflected microwave power.
  • Installed power 1.600 watt.
  • Output power 1.000 watt, controlled via microprocessor.
  • User-selectable continuous and pulsed microwave emission.
  • Patented self-sealing pressure responsive door.
  • Large microwave cavity 35 x 35 x 35 cm.
  • Cavity illumination.
  • Microwave cavity entirely made of 18/8 stainless steel housing with an innovative multi-layer PTFE plasma coating applied at over 350°C.
  • All hardware protected against acids/organic solvents with polymer coating both on inside and outside surfaces.
  • Total of 7 micro-switches of which 4 safety interlocks to prevent microwave emission with door open.
  • Exhaust located above the cavity, separate from electronics to prevent corrosion.


Reaction sensors

  • Direct temperature monitor and control via fibre optic up to 300°C in a reference vessel.
  • Contact-less temperature monitor and control via infrared up to 300°C in all vessels.
  • Direct pressure monitor and control via pressure transducer up to 55 bar in a reference vessel.
  • Contact-less pressure monitor and control via dedicated sensor up to the vessels highest working pressure.


Control terminal

  • Touch-screen industrial grade controller 6,5” screen with 65.000 colours.
  • VGA resolution 640 x 480 for sharp process graphics.
  • 1 USB port to connect printer, 2 PS2 ports for mouse and keyboard, 3 RS 232 ports for external devices.
  • Methods and runs saved on Windows®-compatible removable flash-card.


  • Weight ~ 90 kg.
  • External dimensions 55 x 55 x 65(h) cm.
  • Power 220V/50-60Hz, 3,5 kW.