Ultima Strip Heaters

The Ultima Strip Heater from TUTCO is designed to deliver top-notch performance and long-lasting durability, making it a dependable option for challenging heating applications. At its heart is a reliable tubular heating element encased in a tough stainless-steel sheath that resists corrosion and wear. This design ensures consistent performance, even in harsh, high-temperature conditions, handling temperatures as high as 1200°F (648°C) with ease. What truly makes the Ultima stand out is its ability to handle extreme thermal environments without compromising its structural integrity. Its heavy-duty stainless-steel sheath, combined with precision-welded end caps, addresses the common issues of distortion and deformation that many strip heaters face at elevated temperatures. The Ultima is perfect for a variety of industrial applications, including ovens, packaging equipment, and process heating systems. Whether you’re dealing with corrosive conditions or extreme heat, the Ultima Strip Heater provides the performance and reliability you need to get the job done.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• Withstands high temperatures of up to 1200°F (648°C)
• High heat transfer rates and fast heat up
• Available with stainless steel fins for air heating applications
• Large selection of lengths available
• Long life
• Consult factory for other custom options

Specifications
Maximum Operating Temperature	1200°F (648ºC)
Max Watts per square inch	40 watt/in²'
Durability	Excellent

APPLICATIONS

PLASTICS

Platen Heaters
Compression Mold Heaters
Plastic Pellet Dryers

PACKAGING

Packaging and Sealing Bars
Form Fill Packaging Machines

FOOD SERVICE

Food Grade Sealing/Wrapping
Food Service Warming

PROCESS

Ink Heaters
Textile Processing
Chemical Processing
Laboratory Warmers
Laminating Applications
Scientific Testing Equipment
Glass Processing

MORE APPLICATIONS

Holding Tanks
Drum & Barrel Heating
Incubators/Medical
Space haters for public transportation
Road construction equipment (asphalt)

SCREW TERMINATION OPTIONS

Simple to wire screw terminals for applications where lead access is only available from one side & suited for “bus bar” type hook up. See diagram above for details.

LEAD OPTIONS

Fiberglass Leads Simple leads designed for maximum heated length and to accommodate applications where leads can only be accessed from one end and height clearance is a concern. 10" (25.4 cm) leads standard, other lengths available. Stainless steel braided lead is optional. Mounting tab option is available only on end opposite lead end.

FINS

FINNED ULTIMA STRIP HEATER
Tutco has a complete line of finned strip heaters designed to provide excellent heat transfer to air. The heaters feature 2" wide x 1 3/8" tall fins. Tutco can attach fins to the vast majority of ultima strip heaters if you have an air heating application. Typical applications for finned strip heaters include duct heaters, space heaters, drying ovens and shrink tunnels.