Water-Cooled Vault

A water–cooled arc furnace vault consists of two main subassemblies: A one-piece tubular screen or a set of water-cooled panels. A structure ensuring the functions of water supply and support of the water-cooled panels and accessories. The vault is also equipped with an opening to receive : A vault door and vault in the central part for the passage of the electrodes. A water-cooled tubular elbow for the capture of fumes. Miscellaneous accessories (water-cooled launders, pressure tap, etc.). The design of a vault must take into account : The geometrical constraints for the installation of this auxiliary equipment. The multiple stresses to which the cooled elements are exposed (high thermal loads, mechanical shocks with scrap metal, etc.). The safety of use, maintenance and replacement operations of the water-cooled panels.