TUTCO CONDUCTIVE
Strip Heaters
Tutco manufacturers a variety of customized strip heaters. Strip heaters can be used in a variety of applications from food warming, heating enclosures, and OEM packaging machinery. Tutco Strip Heater product families include our Ultima, HT Mica, Permaheat and Ceramic. Each of these product familes provide excellent heat transfer and reliable safe operation. Higher Watt densities and custom features are available. Please contact the factory for more detailed information on the application and custom specifications. The specifications below are for our standard strip heater solutions.
HT Mica Strip Heaters
These heaters are a cost-effective and reliable way to provide uniform heat over a flat surface. Best suited for low to moderate temperatures, they offer a wide variety shapes, sizes and termination styles.
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Ceramic Strip Heaters
These strip heaters have the ability to withstand higher temperatures. The heater consists of a stainless steel sheath containing a high-temperature ceramic insulating nickel-chrome wire coil. Magnesium oxide (MgO) is used to fill any air pockets, thus providing the best heat transfer possible.
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Permaheat Strip Heaters
Designed for heavy-duty applications and are the most rugged we offer. They use a tubular heating element to provide excellent heat transfer and resistance to contamination.
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Ultima Strip Heaters
These strip heaters use a reliable tubular heating element encased in a stainless steel sheath. Designed to withstand most corrosive and high-temperature environments up to 1200° F (648°C), the Ultima’s performance is above and beyond the norm.
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PROCCESS
Ink Heaters
Textile Processing
Chemical Processing
Laboratory Warners
Scientific Testing Equipment
FOOD SERVICE
Food Grade Sealing
Food Grade Wrapping
Food Service Warming
MORE APPLICATIONS
Holding Tanks
Drum and Barrel Heating
Incubators/Medical
Road Construction Equipment
Space Heaters for Public Transportation
FEATURES
- High temperature capabilities
- Customization options
- Durability
- Custom delivery options
The Use and Proper Mounting of Strip Heaters
TUTCO offers four different types of strip heaters suitable for various applications. Learn about the use and proper mounting of the various models.
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Preventing Heater Failure
Understanding the causes of heater failure will extend the life of your TUTCO heater and ensure that it is working as efficiently as possible.
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All About Tolerances in Conductive Heaters
There are normal variations in the dimensions and electrical properties of heaters we build, and it’s good to know what they are so there are no surprises.
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Heater Leadwire Failure & How to Reduce Its Occurence
One common issue that can lead to premature failure of heating elements is leadwire failure. Understanding the causes of leadwire failure and implementing preventive measures can significantly extend the lifespan of heaters.
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