FH® EN 1.4852 Precision Cast Heat Treatment Fixtures – Up to 1180°C Peak Temperature

FH® Universal Heat Treatment Fixture System

Key Benefits

• Multi-Process Versatility
  Suitable for quenching, tempering, annealing, carburizing, carbonitriding, and nitriding – one system covers multiple applications.
• Universal Furnace Compatibility
  Designed to fit box furnaces, pit furnaces, car bottom furnaces, and bell furnaces – standard and custom sizes available.
• Durable Construction
  Precision welding or casting with stress-relieved design – resists thermal fatigue, creep, and atmosphere attack.
• Clean Operation
  Smooth surfaces and optimized geometry reduce scaling and part contamination – minimizes post-treatment cleaning.
• Customizable Configuration
  Trays, baskets, grids, racks, hanging fixtures, and part-specific nests – built to your exact requirements.

Product Range

Technical Specifications

Why Choose FH® Universal Heat Treatment Fixtures?
1. One Supplier, Complete Solution
No need to source different fixtures from different suppliers. FH® provides everything you need for your heat treatment department – from small parts trays to heavy-load baskets and custom nests.

2. Material Selection Guidance

3. Design Features That Matter

4. Quality You Can Trust

• 100% dimensional inspection before shipment
• Weld penetration testing on critical joints
• Material certificates for full traceability
• ISO 9001:2021 certified facility

Applications
Processes:

• Hardening / Quenching
• Tempering
• Annealing / Spheroidizing
• Carburizing / Carbonitriding
• Gas / Plasma Nitriding
• Stress relieving
• Solution treating

Parts:

• Gears, shafts, bearings
• Fasteners (bolts, nuts, washers)
• Springs, clips, retainers
• Dies, molds, tooling
• Rings, bushings, sleeves
• Castings, forgings
• Long tubes, bars, rods
• Small, delicate components

Furnace Types:

• Box furnaces
• Pit / well-type furnaces
• Car bottom furnaces
• Bell furnaces
• Rotary hearth furnaces

Material Grade Table:

Genuine Photos of FH® Heat Treatment Fixtures

Ordering Process

1. Tell us your:

• Furnace type and internal dimensions
• Part shape, size, and batch weight
• Process temperature and atmosphere
• Desired fixture type (tray, basket, grid, rack, etc.)

2. FH® recommends:

• Optimal material grade
• Fixture design and configuration
• Quantity needed per furnace load

3. We provide:

• CAD drawing for approval
• Load calculation
• Price and lead time

4. Production and delivery

5. Includes: MTC, inspection report, care guide

FAQ:

Q1: What types of heat treatment fixtures does FH® offer?
A: FH® offers a complete range: Base trays, stackable baskets, open grids, hanging racks, and custom part-specific heat treatment fixtures. We cover all common heat treatment processes including hardening, tempering, annealing, carburizing, and nitriding.

Q2: How do I choose the right material for my fixture?
A: It depends on three factors:

• Operating temperature – higher temps require higher-grade alloys
• Atmosphere – carburizing and nitriding need more resistant materials
• Budget – carbon steel is cheapest but limited to low temperatures
  

FH® provides free material selection guidance based on your specific process.

Q3: Can FH® make custom fixtures for odd-shaped parts?
A: Yes – custom is our specialty. We design part-specific nests and holders for complex geometries, thin walls, or delicate components. Send us a part drawing or sample – we will propose an optimal design.

Q4: Do you offer both welded and cast fixtures?
A: Yes. Welded fixtures are ideal for most applications – cost-effective and quick to produce. Cast fixtures are better for complex geometries, heavy-load points, or when seamless construction is required. We recommend the best option for your needs.

Q5: What is your minimum order quantity?
A: MOQ is 1 piece for standard designs. For custom fixtures, MOQ is typically 1–2 pieces for trial. We encourage first-time customers to order a small quantity for validation.

Q6: Do you provide material certificates?
A: Yes. Every FH® fixture comes with a material test certificate (MTC) confirming the grade and composition. Weld inspection reports are available on request.

Q7: Can I use the same fixture for different processes?
A: In many cases, yes. However, we recommend dedicated fixtures when switching between aggressive atmospheres (e.g., carburizing to nitriding) as cross-contamination can accelerate wear. For general purpose (hardening + tempering), the same fixture is fine.

Q8: What is your warranty?
A: 12 months against manufacturing defects (weld cracks, casting flaws, material defects). Normal wear including creep, thermal fatigue, and atmosphere attack is not covered – these are expected over time. All fixtures are inspected before shipment.