CAST-X 500

 
CAST-X 500
The CAST-X 500 from CAS is a small, lightweight circulation heater ideal for heating gas or liquids in demanding applications. Even in its compact size, the CAST-X 500 is extremely powerful with operating temperatures up to 350°F (177°C) and working fluid pressure up to 3000psi. The CAST-X 500 heater is available in a variety of wattages and can be shipped in just a few days.

The CAST-X 500 heater is constructed of a helical coiled tube cast into an aluminum body with a replaceable cartridge heater installed in the center. The cartridge heater can be built with various wattages to suit your equipment’s changing requirements. The aluminum body serves as the heat transfer media between the cartridge heater and the coiled tube where the fluid is being heated. The aluminum mass acts as a “thermal flywheel” and ensures accurate temperature control of the fluid to prevent degradation.

The heater is suited for applications where fluid cleanliness is critical, because the material being heated never comes in contact with the heater. The unique, non-weld construction of the CAST-X 500 allows it to be used where thermally sensitive materials are being heated such as paints, resins and flammable materials. This is a performance requirement in foodservice, semiconductor and analytical industries.
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Product Features

Fluid path constructed independent from heater sheath
  • Ensures an intrinsically safe thermal solution
  • Prevents fluid contamination
  • Heats sensitive materials safely because the material heated does not come in contact with heating elements
Robust cast-in aluminum construction
  • Assures longer heater life
  • Offers accurate temperature control
Non-welded construction
  • Minimizes potential leakage
  • Offers an economical priced package
  • Provides high pressure operation up to 3000psi
  • Allows self draining when mounted vertically
Standard stainless steel fluid path
  • Ensures material compatibility with many different materials
Replaceable cartridge heater
  • Offers low cost of ownership due to ability to replace heater in field
  • Assures faster delivery and customization from factory
Compact size
  • Assures quick response due to low mass (2.375 lbs)
  • Saves real estate in equipment because of small footprint

Product Specifications

Power:
  • Up to 1500 W
  • Voltage Range: 110 - 240 V
  • Max Line Current: 12.5 A
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.
Options:
  • Single-phase operation to 240V
  • NEMA 1, 4 or 7 housings with and without sensors
  • Passivated or electropolished wetted surfaces
  • Insulated body up to 400°F (204°C) operation
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)
Pressure:
3200 psi (220 bar)
Enclosure:
  • No Enclosure
  • NEMA 1 (general-purpose/dust-proof)
  • NEMA 4 (moisture-resistant)
  • NEMA 7 (explosion-proof)
Sensors:
  • K or J Type Thermocouples Standard
  • Snap-Action High-Limit Thermostat (no housing)
Available Accessories:
  • Insulating Jackets
  • Compression Fittings

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Applications

  • Solvent heating
  • Air, CO2 and nitrogen heating
  • DI water heating
  • Packaging sterilization
  • Hydrogen peroxide vaporization
  • Analytical instrumentation
  • Sample heating
  • Foodservice
  • Steam generation
  • Glycol heating for cleaning-in-place (CIP) systems
  • Pasteurization
  • Printing ink heating
  • Diesel and fuel heating