Thermally Enhanced Cleaning Blaster TEC1200

The TEC1200

Thermally Enhanced Cleaning: A Radical Transformation in Dry Ice Blasting.

The TEC1200 Heat Assist System (Thermally Enhanced Cleaning) is a critical technological pivot that transcends the performance boundaries of traditional dry ice blasting. Functioning as a revolutionary performance multiplier for the Aero2® ULTRA Series and legacy Aero2® Series, this machine integrates high-energy thermal management with supersonic particle acceleration.

By replacing ambient-temperature air with a precisely heated stream via our patented Cone Model Nozzle, the TEC1200 increases entrained air velocity by up to 70%. This effect creates a nearly threefold increase in impact force, allowing you to remove industrial coatings historically considered “unremovable” by traditional dry ice blasting.

Cleaning complex, non-line-of-sight geometries like delicate turbine cooling holes? The system’s dual-hose optimization prevents premature sublimation, ensuring explosive volumetric expansion happens exactly at the surface to safely lift contaminants without profiling.

Looking to remove stubborn, high bond strength epoxies or thermal adhesives? The targeted heat softens the layer and chemically weakens molecular bonds, accelerating the cleaning process by up to 25 times faster than baseline methods.

Beyond aggressive performance, the TEC1200’s safe electric heating system eliminates tooling condensation. By preventing tool moisture, it eliminates flash rust risks, leaving surfaces completely dry and ready for immediate subsequent processing.

Designed for the modern industrial landscape, the TEC1200 delivers unrivaled speed and downtime reduction. The system is built for seamless operational flexibility, scaling effortlessly from manual operator-controlled precision to fully automated robotic cells.

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The TEC1200 Advantage

Built for Safety

Safety was at the forefront of this design. From the insulated hose and applicator to the machine's software, every component is engineered to protect the user.
Aggression

Take your cleaning power to the next level. Significantly more aggressive than standard dry ice blasting, this system removes paint, strong adhesives and other stubborn contaminants that traditional methods leave behind—delivering up to 25x the cleaning efficiency.
Non-Abrasive

Although significantly more aggressive than standard dry ice blasting in cleaning power, this process remains completely non-abrasive to the underlying substrate.
Versatility

Take all the advanced variables of our Ultra Series lineup and add one more: heat. This breakthrough gives Cold Jet an exponentially wider and more precise range of cleaning capabilities.
Automation-Ready

Built for the future of manufacturing, this machine is fully automation ready. Seamlessly integrate the TEC1200 into your existing robotic cells or automated production lines to achieve continuous, high-precision cleaning with little to no downtime.

TEC1200 Features

Thermal-Kinetic Integration: Integrates high-energy thermal management with supersonic particle acceleration to exceed the performance of traditional dry ice blasting.
Heated Air Stream: Replaces standard ambient-temperature compressed air with a precisely heated compressed air stream.
Enhanced Velocity: Achieves up to a 70% increase in entrained air velocity compared to standard blasting methods.
Increased Impact Force: The increased air speed results in a nearly 3x increase in the impact force applied by the dry ice particles.
Dual-Hose Architecture: Utilizes a dual-hose design that isolates the solid CO2 media from the heated air stream until they both reach the nozzle to prevent premature sublimation.
Primary Media: Operates using a combination of solid CO2 (pellets or microparticles) and heated compressed air.
Zero Secondary Waste: The system’s cleaning process produces no secondary waste.
Cone Model Nozzle: Features a proprietary and patented Cone Model Nozzle engineered to immediately inject dry ice directly into the heated air stream at the nozzle exit point.
Optimized Conical Delivery: The conical nozzle design directs the combined stream with precision, maximizing both kinetic impact and thermal transfer.
Swath Nozzle Compatibility: Compatible with a 15.5 mm (0.61 in) swath nozzle, which showed higher aggression and a better finish quality than wider variants during testing.
Microscopic Precision: Capable of clearing microscopic cooling holes, such as those on turbine blades, without damaging delicate underlying Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBC).
Accelerated Speed: Operates up to 25 times faster than traditional dry ice blasting, drastically reducing equipment downtime.
Electric Heating System: Generates up to 1200 °F heat using electricity, completely removing the risks associated with combustible fuels or emissions.
Operational Flexibility: Designed for seamless integration into various workflows, supporting everything from manual operator control to fully automated robotic cells.

TEC1200 Specifications

Dimensions 47.5 in (1206.5 mm) x 27.65 in (702.3 mm) x 49.8 in (1264.9 mm)
Weight 440 lbs. (200 kg)
HMI Display 12 in (305 mm) LCD Touch Screen
Power Requirements 400 - 480V 3 Phase 60 Amp Fuse
Variable Feed Rate Uses the PCS ULTRA's Variability
Blast Pressure Range 40 - 145 (2.75 - 10 bar)
Compressed Air Supply 40 - 250 psi (2.75 - 17 bar)
Nozzle Air Consumption Range 150 - 180 cfm (4.25 - 5.0 m3/min) at 80 psi (5.5 bar)
Air Flow Path 1.5 in (3.8 cm) Piping

Applicator

1” Applicator with a specially designed rotary union incorporated for optimized performance.
Applicators
Applicator Vest

Designed to absorb the thrust and support the weight of the applicator nozzle, significantly reducing operator strain.
Applicator Vest
Hose Hanger Cart

Adjustable and mobile hose hanger cart. Engineered to significantly reduce user fatigue by seamlessly carrying the weight of the hose during operation.
High-Temperature Insulated Hose

Features 15mm Aerogel insulation secured with a hook-and-loop weld wrap and a protective outer sleeve. Effectively masks 1200 °F internal temperatures to a safe-to-touch exterior. Includes a supplementary fire sleeve for enhanced operator protection.
High-Temperature Insulated Hose
Aero2 Attachment Kit
Insulation Jacket

Protect your pipes and fittings with this heavy-duty insulation jacket. Measuring 13" L x 8" W x 1" Thick, it is specifically designed to accommodate components up to 2 inches in diameter, providing excellent temperature control and energy efficiency.