CATHETER TIPPING

PERFORMED  by MSI AUTOMATION BENCHTOP UNIT

Catheter Tipping is a common use for Induction Units. Here is shown a photo of a .155" diameter carbide forming tool being heated (for demonstration) in several seconds. The heat of the carbide forming tool is transferred to the catheter inserted inside the carbide forming tool. Actual heating time from ambient to 300F is about 2-3 seconds. A cooling cycle follows the hear soak cycle, allowing the catheter to be removed. Process then repeats.

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The power supply used was a MSI Automation Benchtop 1.0KW Unit with Remote Heat Station. Operating frequency was 390 KHZ. Input power was 120 VAC single phase 60HZ @ 7.0 AMPS. The  spiral heating coil was .10" special square (hollow) copper tubing.