APPLICATIONS :

Cartridge heaters are used by all industries in fields varying from thermosealing in packaging to heating of tooling presses for injection, metallic plates, break system devices in sodium baths for nuclear industries, etc.

LOW AND HIGH-TEMP CARTRIDGE HEATERS

Low-temp cartridge heaters are used in applications that do not require high temperatures (maximum density 40W/in2). High density cartridges, however, are able to withstand temperatures up to 1600°F (871°C) and to strong vibrations. Their swaged construction allows reliability and long life.

Volton can meet your specific cartridge heater requirements and supply you with custom designs. To see the types of lead exits most often requested, click here.

We also maintain a complete and varied inventory, please ask us!


RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE LONGEVITY OF YOUR CARTRIDGE :

• The cartridges, and in general all heating elements, must be stored in a dry environment since humidity could be a cause of failure.

• Do not surpass the number of watts recommended (low density: 40 watts per square inch; medium density: 40 to 65 watts per square inch. high density: 65 to 160 watts per square inch). It is recommended that the number of watts for the cartridges be lowered by 20% for applications requiring numerous replacements.

• Ensure that the opening in which the cartridge is inserted is clean and the proper diameter (ex: a 5/8" cartridge has a tolerance of -0.01 to -0.05 mm on the diameter since the cartridge when heated will dilate 5/8" in the opening. As for the length of the cartridge, the tolerance to watch for is +/- 1.5%).

• Moisture and contamination will reduce the longevity of a cartridge. The cartridges can be sealed at one or both extremities if required for the environment.

HEAT TRANSFER COMPOUND : This product is designed to eliminate air pockets between the element and the surface to be heated. It is used with heating cartridges and also with mica band heaters.