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Flexible Heaters: Revolutionizing Refrigeration Efficiency

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on February 1, 2024 at 9:11 AM

In today's modern world, energy efficiency has become a top priority for many industries. One area where significant strides have been made is in refrigeration technology. Flexible heaters have emerged as an innovative solution that has revolutionized refrigeration efficiency.

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Polyimide Flexible Heaters: Durable High-Temperature Performance

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on December 20, 2023 at 9:09 AM

A polyimide/Kapton® heater is a type of flexible heater made using a thin and lightweight polyimide film called Kapton® that was created by the DuPont company. It is a high-performance material that is resistant to high temperatures, chemicals, and radiation, making it ideal for use in heating applications where other materials would fail.

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The Influence of Flexible Heaters on the Aerospace Industry

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on September 20, 2023 at 9:18 AM

A flexible heater typically consists of a heating element, such as a thin film of metal, sandwiched between two layers of flexible insulating material. The heating element is connected to electrical power, and when the power is turned on, the heating element generates heat. The heat is transferred to the surface that the flexible heater is in contact with, providing a localized heating effect.

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Tips for Designing Flexible Heaters for Cost-Effective Manufacturing

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on September 12, 2023 at 9:21 AM

Designing flexible heaters requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure cost-effective manufacturing without compromising performance or quality. In this blog post, we will explore the top tips for designing flexible heaters that can be manufactured efficiently and economically.

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The Importance of Flexible Heaters in the Medical Industry

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on March 23, 2023 at 8:48 AM

Flexible heating elements have been used in various devices and applications for decades, but in recent years, flexible heaters have become increasingly used and relied upon in the medical industry. There are several reasons for this, but most importantly, they offer a wide range of benefits that other types of heaters simply cannot match.

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Flexible Heaters: What to Know When Developing Your Design

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on November 16, 2022 at 8:51 AM

Flexible heaters bring with them a wide range of advantages that cannot be ignored for most applications. For starters, they offer superior versatility (hence the name) when alternative types of heaters and can have very thin form factors as well.

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Polyimide Flex Heaters vs Silicon Rubber Flex Heater Limitations

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on March 22, 2022 at 9:33 AM

Flexible heaters offer a way for commercial, industrial, and mil-aero applications to receive the desired heat at specific places. These heaters can be used for multiple purposes, from keeping food warm in cafeterias and drying up condensation in aerospace control panels to being used to control temperatures in medical equipment.

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How Hot Can a Flexible Polyimide Heater Get?

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on November 23, 2021 at 9:41 AM

Flexible heaters are essential devices to provide heat to specific areas of an application. They are used in a wide range of industries including aerospace, medical, food service, and military. When applying heat to a surface, the right types of materials must be used for the heater. The heater must be flexible enough to bend and wrap around curved surfaces while avoiding working parts. They also have to be able to provide optimal heat transfer without damaging either the application or the heater’s elements and circuitry.

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Flexible Heater Design: Watt Density, Input Power, and Heater Size

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on November 5, 2021 at 11:06 AM

Flexible heaters allow customers to apply heat at targeted areas at any given moment. This procedure is desired for applications for a variety of reasons, such as preventing condensation to form on instrument panels, keeping the consistency of semi-fluid materials so that they may pass through pipe systems, or keeping systems warm during extreme environmental temperatures.

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Flexible Heaters: Thickness and Spacing Elements Effect on Performance

Written by Epec Engineered Technologies
Posted on October 22, 2021 at 10:33 AM

Flexible heaters are used in applications to keep systems, electronics, and products at the appropriate temperatures utilize a range of materials and thicknesses to achieve optimal heat output. Often when reaching out to a manufacturer, the customer will be asked to provide specifications regarding the application. The manufacturer will need to understand the wattage desired for the flexible heater and the temperature output that the flexible heater will provide.

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