Wattco Band Heaters Brochure ENGLISH PROOF V1
Wattco Band Heaters Brochure ENGLISH PROOF V1
Wattco Band Heaters Brochure ENGLISH PROOF V1
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OVERVIEW APPLICATIONS
WATTCO™ band heaters are the ideal solution for high watt densities »» Injection molding
and high operating temperature applications, especially for the plastics »» Blow-molding
industry. The various types of band heaters available at WATTCO™ include »» Plastic extrusion
mica insulated band heaters and ceramic band heaters. »» Container, pipe, or tank heating
»» Pharmaceutical applications
»» Applications in the food industry
KEY FEATURES
»» Top quality mica of various thicknesses
»» Maximum sheath temperature: 900°F
SELECTING WATTCO™ MICA BAND HEATER
The following sections will help you select the WATTCO™ mica band
»» External metallic sheath includes a special alloy
heater that meets the requirements of your application. Please call us at
»» Broad range of construction designs, clamping mechanisms, and 1-800-4WATTCO (1-800-492-8826) if you need further assistance.
electrical terminal types
BENEFITS
»» Energy efficient
»» Economical
»» Reliable
»» Versatile
»» Top quality mica and resistance wire
»» Uniform heat distribution
Each clamping mechanism has its own features and benefits that will
improve the service life of your mica band heater and directly affects the MODEL COLD SECTION
quality of the heat transfer.
ONE-PIECE 1" x WIDTH
See page 3 for details.
TWO-PIECE 2" x WIDTH
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BAND HEATERS
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Straps are tightly clamped around the cylinder’s surface and distribute the drawing force uni-
INDEPENDENT
formly around the band heater. This force is transferred to the inside windings and improves heat
STRAP
transfer by providing effective surface contact and eliminating air gaps.
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BAND HEATERS
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TERMINATION CATEGORIES W
Screw terminals
»» Features: H
o Stainless steel screw terminals
o Convenient
o Economical L
o Recommended for high amperages of a maximum of 30 amps
o Maximum temperature: 840°F
W W L H
»» Styles: G1 1 5/8" 2" 1 5/8"
Amor Cable
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BAND HEATERS
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Used mostly with nozzle heaters Exiting on both sides of the gap
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Please call us at 1-800-4WATTCO (1-800-492-8826) if you need further
assistance.
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CERAMIC BAND HEATERS
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KEY FEATURES
»» Nickel-chrome wire in a outer wall composed of interlocking
B - Terminal box
ceramic tiles.
»» Inside medium-high temperature heaters up to 1200°F »» Protects screw terminals against
»» Outside shell temperature: 350° - 450°F damage and exposure
»» Built-in ceramic fibre insulating mat.
»» Stainless steel jacket.
»» Minimum diameter: 2”
C - Stainless steel braided leads
»» Minimum width: 1”
»» Thickness with ¼” insulation: 5/8” »» Flexible
»» Regular gap: 3/8” »» Protects lead wires from abrasion
»» Maximum watt density: 45 w/in
»» Broad range of terminal types and thicknesses of ceramic fiber
insulation mats.
D - Armor cable
»» Protects against abrasion and
BENEFITS contamination
»» Energy efficient
»» Energy saver
»» Highly flexible
E - European connector
»» Durable
»» Maintains heat »» For easy removal of power leads
»» Provides uniform heat distribution »» Convenient electrical connections to
»» CSA and CE certified replace a failed heater.
APPLICATIONS
F - European connector
»» Injection molding
»» Blow-molding »» For limited clearance above the heater
»» Plastic extrusion
»» Container, pipe, or tank heating
»» Process applications
SELECTION GUIDELINES
SELECTING WATTCO™ CERAMIC BAND HEATER
»» Current amperage limitation for direct lead wire exit: 10 amps.
The following sections will help you select the WATTCO™ ceramic band »» For applications with higher amperage: couple lead wires and the
heater that meets the requirements of your application. Please call us at terminal box.
1-800-4WATTCO (1-800-492-8826) if you need further assistance. »» European plugs are suitable for 16 amps applications.
»» For an internal winding balance, install terminals at 180° according
to the gap.
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