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Adaptive Thermal Analysis System
A T A S Pearlite
Thermal Analysis System for estimation of
Pearlite, Brinell Hardness and Tensile
ATAS is a registered trademark of NovaCast AB - Ronneby - Sweden
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The Eutectoid Reaction determines % Pearlite and BHN
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The eutectoid reaction occurs
after 8 to 10 minutes. It is
sensitive to several elements
such as Si, Cr, Cu, Mn etc.
The released latent heat
allows an accurate prediction
using the ATAS Pearlite
system.
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ATAS Hardware
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PC, min 1GHz, 256 MB RAM
A/D converter
UPS, back-up power source
Cup holder
Ventilated casing
Suitable for all ATAS
products
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The ATAS Pearlite system is very easy to use - Just pour a
sample - The rest is automatic!
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The sample is automatically evaluated and all data saved. The system is reset
if the used test-cup is replaced.
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All results can be displayed in the SPC chart
Note the time stamp for each sample.
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The general settings are made in this screen
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The channel specific parameters are set in this screen
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The Alloy database allows the foundry to enter their own alloys and calibrate each
one for maximum accuracy.
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ATAS Pearlite uses the standard method, which is linear regression
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Prediction of % Pearlite with ATAS Pearlite
Actual data from a US Ductile Iron Foundry
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Test
ATAS Pearlite
Actual %
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Prediction of BHN with ATAS Pearlite
Actual data from a US Ductile Iron Foundry
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ATAS
Actual BHN
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Why ATAS Pearlite?
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Automatic evaluation
Consistent results
Quality Assurance test
Eutectoid transformation
sensible to changes of
critical elements
• Allows savings of Cu
additions and manhours!
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ATAS - Optional modules
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ATAS Verifier - The main TA system
Pearlite, Hardness & Tensile Prediction
Nodularity & Nodule Count
Dynamic inoculation
NovaCast also offers consultancy!
ATAS is a registered trademark by NovaCast AB - Ronneby - Sweden
- provides know-how and technology to winners in the foundry industry15
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