Cascade Microtech

TFO-10

Thermal / Diffusion Cascade Microtech TFO-10 family

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The Cascade TEK TFO-10 is a forced air oven with a 10.6 cubic foot capacity. The TFO-10 uses a programmable Watlow PM9 Plus controller and has a temperature range from 15°C above ambient to 306°C. The TFO-10 is designed for drying, curing, and burn-in applications in manufacturing and laboratory settings.^[1]^[2]

TFO-10 — Inventory photo — Fig. 01TFO-10Inventory photo^[3]

Power

220V-240V, 50/60Hz, 1 phase, 26 amps^[2]

Performance

2.5°C^[1]

What it is

The Cascade TEK TFO-10 is a forced air lab oven designed for manufacturing and laboratory applications. The TFO-10 is a large-capacity forced air-drying oven. The oven is manufactured by Cascade TEK, a brand of Sheldon Manufacturing, Inc.^[1]^[2]

How it works

The TFO-10 uses forced air convection to circulate heated air throughout the chamber. A programmable Watlow PM9 Plus ramp and soak controller stores and executes different drying profiles. An independent over-temperature protection failsafe is included. The oven features a rear access port for feed-through and power cable connections. The oven requires hardwired permanent connect wiring to a power supply.^[1]^[2]

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Power & electrical3

Electrical: 220V-240V, 50/60Hz, 1 phase, 26 amps^[2]
Voltage: 220V-240V^[1]
Amperage: 26 A^[1]

Performance3

Temperature Uniformity at 150°C: 2.5°C^[1]
Temperature Uniformity at 80°C: 1.5°C^[2]
Temperature Uniformity at 306°C: 5.5°C^[2]

Dimensions & facilities8

Interior Dimensions (W x D x H): 29.8 x 20.6 x 30.0 inches (757 x 524 x 762 mm)^[1]
Exterior Dimensions (W x D x H): 44.1 x 29.9 x 56.8 inches (1121 x 760 x 1442 mm)^[1]
Unit Weight: 357 lb (162.8 kg)^[1]
Shipping Weight: 449 lb (204 kg)^[1]
Shelf Capacity per Shelf: 75 lb (34 kg)^[2]
Shelf Capacity Total: 225 lb (102 kg)^[2]
Interior dimensions: 29.8 x 20.6 x 30.0 in (757 x 524 x 762 mm)^[1]
Exterior dimensions: 44.1 x 29.9 x 56.8 in (1121 x 760 x 1442 mm)^[1]

Configuration & options28

Capacity: 10.6 cu.ft. (300 liters)^[1]
Shelves: 3 standard, 8 maximum^[1]
Access Port: 3 inches^[1]
Warranty: 2-Year Limited Warranty^[1]
Temperature Range: 15°C above ambient to 306°C^[1]
Heat-Up Time to 150°C: 14 minutes (from ambient 25°C)^[2]
Recovery Time after 30 sec Door Opening at 150°C: 3 minutes^[1]
Flow Rate: 51 CFM^[1]
Safety Certifications: TÜV SÜD America: Canada CSA 61010-1, USA UL 61010-1, EU EN 61010-1, CE^[1]
Temperature Stability at 80°C: ±0.2°C^[2]
Temperature Stability at 150°C: ±0.3°C^[2]
Temperature Stability at 306°C: ±0.4°C^[2]
Heat-Up Time to 80°C: 6 minutes (from ambient 25°C)^[2]
Heat-Up Time to 306°C: 31 minutes (from ambient 25°C)^[2]
Recovery Time after 30 sec Door Opening at 80°C: 3 minutes^[2]
Recovery Time after 30 sec Door Opening at 306°C: 6 minutes^[2]
Recovery Time after 60 sec Door Opening at 150°C: 6 minutes^[2]
Air Flow Across Shelf Space: 144 linear feet per minute (43.9 meters per minute)^[2]
Air Changes per Hour at 80°C: 304^[2]
Model: TFO-10^[3]
Type: forced air-drying oven^[1]
Access port: 3 in^[1]
Phase: 1Ø^[1]
Frequency: 50/60Hz^[1]
Temperature range: ambient +15°C to 306°C^[1]
Heat-up time to 80°C from ambient (25°C): 6 minutes^[2]
Heat-up time to 150°C from ambient (25°C): 14 minutes^[2]
Heat-up time to 306°C from ambient (25°C): 31 minutes^[2]

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Electrical220V-240V, 50/60Hz, 1 phase, 26 amps^[2]
Voltage220V-240V^[1]
Amperage26 A^[1]

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of materials are processed in this class of equipment?General reference — not yet source-verified

Semiconductor wafers, substrates, thin films, and other precision workpieces that require uniform heat treatment are typical candidates.

Why is thermal uniformity important in this class?General reference — not yet source-verified

Uniform thermal delivery helps produce consistent material properties, repeatable diffusion behavior, and stable process results across the workpiece.

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