Innovative product design requires ongoing research into new materials and technology that can transform ideas into functional prototypes. Thick film may be the ideal heating solution to overcome product design challenges encountered when using traditional heating methods. Despite its advantages, many product designers are unfamiliar with the benefits of thick film heating.
What is Thick Film Heating?
Unlike conventional heating elements that must be physically attached to or glued on to various substrates, thick film can be printed directly on substrates including aluminum, steel, mica, and glass. This provides product designers with the flexibility to create higher performance custom solutions.
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Key Benefits of Thick Film Heaters:
- Rapid heat-up and thermal cycling
- Uniform and reliable heat distribution
- Low energy consumption
- Low profile – ideal in small compact products
- Up to 10x higher Watt Density of other heating options
- Suitable for portable battery-powered applications
- Compatible with wide range of substrates
What Applications is Thick Film Ideal for?
Thick film heaters are ideal for a variety of applications that include but are not limited to:
- Food Holding cabinets, food display shelves, and drawers
- Automotive devices such as battery warmers and cabin heaters
- Medical, laboratory, and testing devices
- Electronics such as LCD warmers and circuit board printers
- Appliances such as griddles, grills, and stove-top warmers
- Portable devices such as food delivery warmers
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