BCE Heaters, Feedthroughs, and Control Consoles


At BCE, we understand the need for precision and reliability in industrial applications. That's why our vacuum feedthroughs, electric heating elements, and con are designed to meet the highest standards. 

BCE’s electric heating elements provide consistent, controllable heat distribution essential for critical thermal processes. 

Our vacuum feedthroughs ensure tight connections, preventing leaks and maintaining vacuum integrity. BCE Control Consoles work well with all custom heater assemblies and are quality-built, self-contained systems for monitoring and controlling process temperatures in a wide range of fixed or portable applications. 

BCE Mfg. 
21060 Corsair Blvd. 
Hayward, CA 94545 
510-274-1990
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The BCE SSR 480 Volt, 3 Phase Temperature Control Panel

The BCE SSR 480 Volt, 3 Phase Temperature Control Panel

A high-performance solution for precision temperature management in a variety of industrial applications.

Our BCE Controller Console is the ideal companion for custom heater assemblies, including the Larger Clean Flow Heater. Designed for wall mounting, this self-contained system boasts robust construction and is engineered to effortlessly monitor and control process temperatures in diverse fixed setups.

Key features of this 1-zone unit include reliable next-generation 1/16 DIN auto-tuning temperature controllers with fuzzy logic and PID control, ensuring optimal temperature regulation with user-friendly programming.

Key Specifications:
  • Controller Compatibility: BEC-9100, or BEC-9300 Temp Controller
  • Sensor Type: Supports type K or J
  • Power: 480V, 3-phase, Solid State, with a maximum load of 30 amps (25KW)
  • Sub-Circuit: 1 sub-circuit designed for suggested customer applications
  • Fusing: Class J, 40 amps fast-acting fuses for enhanced safety
  • Compact Dimensions: Approximately 14.0"; x 12.0" x 6.0"
  • BCE Part Number: BCE11376
  • Safety Certified: cULus listed marking required (USL/CNL)
Invest in the BCE 480Volt, 3-phase Temperature Control Console to elevate your temperature control processes with confidence and precision. Whether you're in industrial, manufacturing, or research settings, this console offers the reliability and versatility you need for top-notch temperature management.

BCE Mfg.
21060 Corsair Blvd. Hayward, CA 94545
510-274-1990

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Large Capacity Clean Flow Heater from BCE


A compact, fast responding electric heating element for liquids and gases for all clean, fuel cell, bio-med, laboratory, food, and pharmaceutical applications.

- Parts cleaning
- Critical fluid heating
- Solvent replacement
- Biomass extraction
- Bio reclamation
- Semiconductor processing equipment
- Photoresist material

The MCF heaters can be used to heat media in-line with the process flow. The heater is cleaned with IPA and rinsed with DI water and then passivated. This process minimizes contamination of the media being heated. For liquids, the max outlet temperature is driven by the liquid media, for gases the max outlet can be 800°C. The internal element in most cases comes with a built-in thermocouple (K or J), which will monitor the heater and the media temperature. BCE prefers grounded junctions, meaning grounded to the sheath of the internal heater. By having this configuration, the heating element is in direct contact with the media, hence maximum efficiency.

The MCF-Stream was designed in such a way that the delta-T between the ni-chrome internal element and the sheath of the heater is at a minimum. By keeping the delta-T to a minimum the life of the element will be optimal for most applications.

BCE
21060 Corsair Blvd. Hayward, CA 94545
510-274-1990
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BCE Hi Temperature Puck Heater - 200mm

BCE Hi Temperature Puck Heater - 200mm

Background:

Industrial & semiconductor applications require high heat in a centralized location. BCE designed a heater platen with the goal of 900⁰C operation, fast ramp & soak of at least 800⁰C. When tested in our BCE Lab in Hayward California, we were able to push this heater further and achieved upwards of 1,050°C

Ramp Time:
  • Test#1 23°C to 800°C, 29 Min. (without Insulation)
  • Test#2 23°C to 800°C, 13 Min. (with 2" Insulation)
  • Test#3 23°C to 900°C, 17 Min. (with 2” Insulation)
  • Test#4 23°C to 950°C, 18 Min. (with 2” Insulation)
  • Test#5 23°C to 1,000°C,19 Min. (with 2” Insulation)

Temp. Uniformity:

After the heater stabilized from 800⁰C to 950⁰C, the surface thermocouple on the edge to the internal thermocouple (approximately 180⁰ away), there was a 1% to 2% delta.

Scope:
  • Material: 304 Stainless Steel with Inconel Heat Source
  • Stainless Steel CF or KF flanges of various sizes, with heat sink near heater outlet
  • 200mm Ø x 0.50” Thick
  • Vacuum, He Leak Test available
  • 700VDC, Hi-pot, 1mA current leakage
  • 5mΩ @ 500VDC prior to shipping

Outcome:

Ramped heater from 23°C to 1,000°C in 19 min. under 2” thick ceramic fiber insulation. The heater was held at this temperature for 1 hour, and it intermittently hit 1,050°C.

This video shows a test in atmosphere with no insulation which is less efficient but more interesting to look at.

BCE does not recommend operation above 900C as this can drastically impact the life of the assembly. Furthermore, high-temperature operations should be in a vacuum/oxygen-free environment, and use of insulation is advised.

BCE Mfg.
21060 Corsair Blvd. Hayward, CA 94545
510-274-1990
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