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Ceramic Band Heaters

Backer Marathon Ceramic Band Heaters are a high performance alternative to traditional mica band heaters.  Ceramic band heaters are capable of operating at temperatures up to 1400°F with the ceramic fiber insulation providing excellent thermal efficiency.  Ceramic band heaters are typically used for injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding. Ceramic band heaters can open fully for easy installation around the barrel.  Backer Marathon ceramic band heaters are available in 2 thicknesses; Standard and Double Insulated for maximum insulation thickness. All Backer Marathon Ceramic Band Heaters feature a stainless steel outer sheath for superior oxidation resistance.

 

Flange

  • Flange lock up is best for heaters with multiple holes or cut outs.
  • 1/2” clearance required
  • Min. I.D. 1”
  • Min. width 1”

Welded On Barrel Nuts

  • Welded on barrel Nuts are optional on any screw or lead termination.
  • Excellent clamping option for heaters with holes or cutouts.
  • No strap to loosen or adjust.
  • Standard Barrel nuts are 3/8” diameter and use a 10-24 socket head cap screw.
  • 5/8” clearance required.

Latch and Trunion Clamping

  • Easy on/off
  • Spring loaded clamping.
  • Retains tight heater fit during start-up.
  • 4" long bolt (10-24 thread) with 2.25" long spring.

Spring Loaded Clamping

  • Tig welded barrel nuts.
  • Spring loaded clamping.
  • Retains tight heater fit during start-up.
  • 4" long bolt (10-24 thread) with 2.25" long spring.

 

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