VTA and LTA Airtorch™ Models

 

Airtorch™ System Introduction

Flow units are supplied with several safety features like the over temperature cut-off feature and the low flow cut-off feature


Please contact MHI for free die-heating Powerpoint presentation and ROI case studies. Blowers are considered in circumstances where larger pressure drops are present. Compressors are used when the pressure to be overcome is large.

Higher Power Models (MVTA and GTA Airtorch)

Applications

VTA models are highly energy efficient, allowing for less energy use and higher cost savings. VTA models are fully compatible with MHI electronic control panels, allowing for accurate control of flow rates and temperatures for your process. Suggested uses for these models include integration into existing heating systems for cable conveyors, drying, process heating, coatings, production line heat treating and a number of other specific process applications.

Typical MHI Blower and Low Flow Cut off Safety System
Schematic of Blowers and Air Flow Valves Provided by MHI

 

 

Air heaters can take Fan, Blower or Pressurized Gas Inputs
MHI Airtorch Systems are offered with variable inputs attachments that suit customer needs

VTA Models

Because of their versatility, MHI's Airtorches™ may be used in several applications. Because each application is unique, please contact us to discuss which product best fits your needs. VTAs offer full power transfer up to 900°C.  Note that configuration for 750°C and 900°C may vary in compactness.  For ultra-sealed units choose MVTA.  For high pressure units please contact MHI as configurations vary with temperature.

VTAs include an integrated Type "K" thermocouple.

Most units are compatible with an optional control panel. Contact us or call us at 513-772-0404.

VTA-BL models have integrated air/gas controls.

3-Phase VTAs require TRIPAN Control Panel.

Dimensions are subject to change and exclude flow controls.  VTA models are not designed to be as well sealed like MTA and MVTA models so should not be used with all gasses. VTA's are leak tight for air.

VTA has low flow cut-off with extendable user interface. VTA also has full control features if required, please discuss with an MHI Representative.

Fan control is available with the FANCS, which also includes temperature controller.

10kW VTA900-10BL - Up to 900°C
Designed for Energy Efficient Fan/Blower Inlet

Flanged to pipe models including GTA

 

4 kW VTA VTA750-4GS with fan

VTA750-4GS

 

Model Power Voltage Max Temp Max CFM @ Max Temp Diameter> Height Air Supply Inlet Integrated with Fan or Inlet Accepts Blower Exit
AIR CONNECTION

VTA750-4GS

4kW 208/220/230/240 Call Call 4.0"
(100 mm)
27.5"
(698.5 mm)
Fan model: MK4XL Fan/Blower 2" NPT
VTA900-10BL 10kW 208/220/230/240 900°C Call 7.0"
(177.8 mm)
27.5"
(698.5 mm)
Call Blower call
3-Phase Custom (high kW) 240/440/480

Variable

700 -1100°C

Call/Contact Call/Contact Depends on Model Typical 10-20 inches Diameter and about 50" Length.
** : FANCS: Fan speed controller and temperature indicator

LTA Models

LTA
Up to 850°C
Designed for Compressed Air or Gas Inlet

LTA Models allow for easy idependent control of power and flow-rate. LTA Airtorches™ are to be used with compressed air and power controller.

LTA's are highly energy efficient, but not used where complete sealing is require.   LTA models are fully compatible with electronic control panels, allowing for accurate control of flow rates and temperatures for your process. Suggested uses for these models include integration into existing systems for cable conveyors, drying, process heating, coatings, production line heat treating and a number of other specific process applications.  LTA models are not designed to be as well sealed like MTA and MVTA models so should not be used with all gasses.  For sealed units please click to MVTA and MTA models.

*At full power the minimum flow required is higher. This is also minimum airflow required when fully energized to rated kW.

All LTA models feature an optional Temperature Indicator module.

 All LTA models feature an integrated Type K thermocouple.

Note that dimensions are to be read within a standard tolerance.

Flow Rate vs. Temperature Charts. MHI units feature a nearly 100% power transfer efficiency. 

Compressed Air/Gas Based (LTA) Compared to Blower Based (VTA)
High Pressure Models (GVTA/GTA)

1KW LTA

 

Airtorch Installed
LTA750-04

 

Nominal Power Voltage Maximum Rated Temperature

Nominal SCFM @ Max Temp, 60% Power*, 100% Power

Approximate

Control Panel
(Recommended)
Heat Tube Diameter System Height Air/Gas Supply Inlet Exit
1kW 115/120, Single Phase 850°C 1.4 SCFM, 1.8 SCFM BPAN 2.1"
(53 mm)
15.25" (387 mm) Compressed Air 1/4" NPT 1/4" NPT
2kW 208/220/230/240, Single Phase
(115/120 is Special Order)
850°C ~4.0 SCFM, 5.3 SCFM BPAN 3.3"
(86 mm)  
14.75"
(374mm)
Compressed Air 1/4" NPT 1/2" NPT
4kW 220/230/240, Single Phase 850°C 8.0 SCFM, 11 SCFM BPAN 4.0"
(100 mm)
18.5"
(470 mm)
Compressed Air 1/2" NPT 2" NPT
60kW and higher available see MVTA, please call MHI at 513-772-0404 for more information contact us.



 

VTA Accessory


LTA and VTA Accessories
4kW VTA
4kW VTA-4GS
Integral fan
Stainless steel casing

Flow-control Module - Optional with BL Models

1kW VTA
1kW VTA-1GC
Integral fan

(Discontinued Model)


Minimum Flow detection and cut-off module supplied standard with VTA900-10BL

1KW LTA

1kW LTA
Stainless Steel Casing


4 kW LTA
FANCS Units & Adaptors (required with fan models)
FANCS UNIT
FANCS Control Unit
FANCS UNIT
FANCS Control Unit - Front
Airtorch adaptors
Outlet Adaptor

 

 

VTA Photos
VTA900-10BL
VTA900-10BL use after months of steady use.  The life can be considerabley high when used carefully especially 100C below the maximum rated temperature.

VTA900-10BL
VTA900-10BL in Use.

For best life, MHI controls are recommended.  Controls provide overtemperature and other safety interlocks when offered.

  VTA Installation
Schematic example of VTA in use for ppreheating and continuous heating of a extruder charge.

LTA Accessories

LTA Accessories

LTA Airtorch™ Heater Accessories
NPT Nozzle NPT Nozzle with fitting for pipe extension
FS750-A - Adjustable flow rate detection valve and switch
FS750 - Flow rate detection valve and switch
FLM750 - Flowmeter 2-23 SCFM (click for larger images)
FTB750-6 - 6' Air/gas supply tubing
 

Knife Nozzle (Not Available from MHI).  Picture shown only for ideation.

Flat nozzles dissipate more heat than round nozzles.Knife Nozzle

MTAR - Moisture trap ensures dry air to AirtorchTM
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