Panel Heaters
Ceramicx infrared panel heaters are custom-built, high-performance heating solutions designed primarily for thermoforming ovens, curing ovens, and drying applications. Engineered for durability and efficiency, these infrared heaters deliver consistent, controllable heat output in demanding industrial environments. Operating within a useful wavelength range of 4–6 microns (µm), panel heaters are optimised for longwave infrared performance. This makes them particularly effective for plastics processing, surface heating, curing coatings, and industrial drying processes. With a standard power density of 1.5–2.3 W/cm² (10–15 W/in²), these heaters provide uniform heat distribution across the emitting surface, ensuring reliable and repeatable process control.
The robust construction includes:
- A high-quality resistance heating coil
- Embedded within a special ceramic fibre-board for enhanced insulation, durability, and shock resistance
- An emitting surface of either smooth anodised aluminium or glass
- A 75mm high aluminium-clad steel housing
- Typically 50mm of thermal insulation to minimise rear heat loss and improve energy efficiency
- Operating life of 20,000+ hours, depending on temperature and environmental conditions.
This heavy-duty design ensures reliable performance in continuous industrial operation.
Easy to Clean and Maintain
The smooth anodised aluminium emitting surface allows material drips, residues, or deposits to be cleaned off quickly and easily. This makes Ceramicx panel heaters ideal for thermoforming and processing environments where cleanliness and uptime are critical. Ceramicx infrared panel heaters are:
- Compact and space-efficient
- Easily mounted in new or existing systems
- Fully expandable for scalable heating arrays
- Custom-built to meet specific application requirements
Their modular design allows manufacturers to create tailored heating zones for precise thermal control.
Common Applications
They are particularly popular in the US market for industrial heating applications requiring reliable longwave infrared performance.
- Thermoforming machines
- Curing ovens
- Industrial drying ovens
- Surface heating processes
- Plastics processing systems
For a robust, energy-efficient, and long-lasting industrial heating solution, Ceramicx infrared panel heaters deliver proven performance in thermoforming, curing, and drying environments.
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