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Eddtherm Induction Bearing Heaters

Induction heating is a non-contact, safe method for precisely heating electrically conductive materials, such as bearings and other metals. The Eddytherm bearing heating process changes the physical properties of the metal and allows the material or work piece to harden, soften, or bond metals relevant to for instance, gears, shafts, and axles.  

Use of Eddytherm

Eddytherm bearing induction heating lets users properly fit bearings onto a shaft. The tool creates an oscillating electrical current that causes the bearing or metal to heat when placed in the device’s magnetic field. Eddy currents make the bearing heat up and expand. Once the induction bearing heater reaches the correct temperature, the operator removes the hot bearing with safety gloves and places it on the shaft. As it cools down, the bearing shrinks to fit it.  

The eddy currents caused by induction heating get their name from the circular swirls, called eddy currents, that develop when a river hits resistance, such as a rock.

Two variants:

Eddytherm Portable

Portable induction bearing heater for small bearings. EDDYTHERM Portable can be used for all bearings and work pieces with an inner diameter of min. 20 mm (0.78 inches) and a weight of up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The maximum induction heat is 180°C (356°F), protecting your bearings against overheating and damage.

Eddytherm 2X

Induction bearing heater for small and medium bearings. EDDYTHERM 2x handles work pieces and bearings up to 80 kg (176 lbs). These can be heated up to 240°C (465°F) by induction. Available options: 200 – 575V at 50/60Hz.