Tube furnace controller for Lindberg Blue M 1200 °C split-hinge models

The Thermo Scientific Lindberg Blue M 1200 °C tube furnace controller is a fully wired control module with advanced microprocessor-based digital control, designed for use with Lindberg Blue M 1200 °C split-hinge tube furnaces. As a result, this independent architecture provides flexible installation: the controller can be positioned next to the tube furnace, or remote for applications in fume hoods or containment areas. Specifically, each model features a solid state power module, ON/OFF circuit breaker, and thermocouple input jacks per zone. Furthermore, twelve models are available depending on the type of tube furnace, control complexity, and required options.

Important: this controller pairs with a tube furnace

Specifically, this product is a separate control module, not a complete tube furnace. As a result, the unit requires a matching Lindberg Blue M 1200 °C split-hinge tube furnace to function. Furthermore, the controller must be precisely matched to the tube furnace type: single zone models work with the CC58114 series, while three zone models require the CC58434 or CC584343 series. In addition, the interconnecting wiring between controller and tube furnace is ordered separately.

Three levels of control complexity

Specifically, you choose from three levels of control complexity:

• Single program 8 segments (base models): Digital single program with 8 segments plus additional dwell timer, delay timer, or soft start timer. Suited for applications with one structured thermal profile.
• 5 programs, 16 segments (PB models): Digital 5-program with 16 segments per program, including OTC over-temperature control as backup. As a result, you can store and recall up to five different thermal profiles.
• Independent three zone (CC584343 series): Three fully independent programmable controllers, one per zone. Furthermore, you can run a different thermal profile in each zone, suited for more complex applications such as chemical vapor deposition and diffusion processes.

Single zone versus three zone controllers

Specifically, the tube furnace type determines which controller fits:

• CC58114 series (single zone): Suited for HTF55322A, HTF55322C, and HTF55342C tube furnaces. Notably, the controller manages one heating zone. Furthermore, this series carries 30 A current (120V or 208/240V depending on model).
• CC58434 series (three zone, mimic mode): Suited for HTF55347C and HTF55667C tube furnaces. In this setup, the center zone is operated by a programmable controller, while the end zones follow the center zone at an adjustable deviation. Moreover, maximum ± 50 °C difference between center zone and end zones applies.
• CC584343 series (three zone, independent): Also suited for HTF55347C and HTF55667C, but with fully independent control. Specifically, each zone has its own programmable controller. As a result, you can run different temperature profiles in each zone.

Furthermore, both three zone series carry 70 A current at 208/240V, required for the higher power of three zone tube furnaces.

OTC over-temperature control (B models)

Specifically, models with “B” or “PB” in the suffix feature OTC (over-temperature control). As a result, OTC acts as a backup to the main controller: an independent thermocouple and secondary control module can override the main controller and shut off power when the high limit is reached. Furthermore, OTC requires manual reset after an event, which prevents unintended restart. Notably, OTC operates via magnetic contact, driven by an independent thermocouple.

Optional RS-485 communications (COMC and COMA suffix)

Moreover, models with “COMC” or “COMA” in the suffix feature an RS-485 communications port. Specifically, this port provides two-way communications between controller and remote computer, suited for remote monitoring and data logging. As a result, you can connect up to 30 controllers to a single PC. Furthermore, the port has 9-pin connections. In addition, Thermo Fisher does not provide software or software support: recommended suppliers are Eurotherm (itools software) and SpecView.

Compatibility with tube furnace models

Specifically, the combination of tube furnace and controller determines which SKU fits your setup:

• HTF55322A: CC58114A-1, CC58114PBA-1, or CC58114PBCOMA-1 (120V US-spec)
• HTF55322C or HTF55342C: CC58114C-1, CC58114PBC-1, or CC58114PBCOMC-1 (208/240V)
• HTF55347C or HTF55667C: CC58434BC-1, CC58434BCOMC-1, CC58434PBC-1, CC58434PBCOMC-1, CC584343PBC-1, or CC584343PBCOMC-1 (208/240V)

Construction and standard components

Each tube furnace controller ships with a fully wired control console featuring advanced microprocessor-based digital control, solid state power module, ON/OFF circuit breaker, and thermocouple input jacks per zone (one for single zone models, three for three zone models). As a result, the controller is immediately ready for installation. However, a power cord, hardwiring, and interconnecting wiring to the tube furnace are not included. Specifically, these must be ordered separately, plus installation by a qualified technician.

Note: this controller only works in combination with a matching Lindberg Blue M 1200 °C split-hinge tube furnace. Specifically, first determine the correct tube furnace, then choose the matching controller based on control complexity and required options.