STAR Degassing and Fluxing Systems

Overview

Pyrotek's STAR Series degassing and fluxing systems are robust, long-lasting rotary degassing and flux-injecting equipment used to clean and purify molten metal in preparation for casting. These units may be well mounted, fixed or mobile (with the use of heavy-duty wheels). These units differ from both STAR-E Series and CALGAS products with unique standards and specifications designed for North American customers.

Pyrotek STAR degassing and fluxing systems ensure consistent and efficient degassing and fluxing operations. They are specifically designed for long-lasting, reliable operations in harsh molten aluminium environments. STAR degassing and fluxing systems are manufactured with a rugged and durable modular design. Pyrotek provides fabrication and complete assembly, with OEM replacement parts available to order via a Pyrotek Application Specialist. A variety of models and designs are available ranging from fixed, mobile, wall mount, single/dual gas, flux injection, PLC control options, manual or automatic operations and can be outfitted for furnace, ladle or crucible applications. 

Components of STAR degassing and fluxing systems include:

Pyrotek Graphite: Over 50 years of graphite and equipment manufacturing in an ISO certified facility. Due to a proprietary graphite treatment process, Pyrotek graphite has an industry-leading level of oxidation resistance to further maximize product life. Special head designs diffuse the gas into tiny bubbles for effective degassing operations. The STARBURST™ rotor is recommended for degassing applications, whereas the STAR rotor is recommended for both degassing and flux injection applications.

Lift and Base: Rugged construction using structural steel butting and heavy-duty forklift type lift chains. Adjustable lift height to fit any size vessel. 

Control Panel: The control panel includes a National Electrical Manufactures Association (NEMA) panel enclosure. 

Drive Unit: The shaft drive is fast and easy to change. The Pyrotek SHUR-LOK coupling is patented and features a threadless design that minimizes gas leakage and requires less removel torque. All units have a shaft lock that slides into place for shaft replacement making it a tool-free operation.

Flux Injection Module (Optional): Flux injection mode is reliable and has accurate flux injection through a no-clog auger feed mechanism. Flux rates range from 56.7 to 340 grams per minute (0.125 to 0.75 pounds per minute). There is a 11.3-kilogram (25-pound) capacity drainable holding tank as well as pressure-monitored tank to avoid clogging. Pyrotek units are designed and built to allow the use of granulated flux, the preferred material for rotary flux injection.

Benefits of the STAR degassing and fluxing systems include: 

• Pyrotek maintenance service available
• OEM replacement parts available through Pyrotek sales engineers
• Fabrication and complete assembly completed by Pyrotek experts

Available models include: 

• STAR™ 3500 fixed degasser with flux injection
• STAR 3000 fixed degasser
• STAR 2500 mobile degasser with flux injection
• STAR 2000 mobile degasser
• STAR 1500 hoist well degasser or lid degasser with flux injection
• STAR 1000 hoist well degasser or lid degasser
• STAR 300 crucible degasser (manually operated)