ACB 1200T Superplastic Forming/ 600T Hot Creep Forming Press

Purpose

Supports experimental research programmes one step further with test work performed on large single and multi-sheet production components. This work usually follows the validation of simulation models and forming curves carried out via experimental trials on smaller-scale representative geometries on the ACB 200T SPF Press.

It has a unique capability for a research environment to form large fullscale aerospace parts for a range of applications including jet engines

Specifications

• — 1200 T press capable of SPF and diffusion bonding
• — Overall dimensions – H7656mm, W6515mm, D4499mm
• — 2400x2000mm heating platens
• — Machine control & monitoring system
• — Static force from 500kN to 12000kN
• — Max daylight 2000mm
• — Main ram stroke 1500mm
• — Tool thermocouples – 12
• — Heating power 375kW
• — Temperature accuracy at 950oC - +/10oC
• — Number of gas lines: 3