Customized Silicone Rubber Hopper Heater

Product Description

Customized Silicone Rubber Hopper Heater

A Silicone Rubber Hopper Heater is an efficient, customizable solution for maintaining material flow, preventing moisture, and controlling temperature in hoppers across various industries. Its flexibility and durability make it ideal for challenging industrial environments.

 

 

Advantages

• Better Conformability: Ensures optimal thermal contact with the hopper surface.

• Easier Installation: Can be wrapped around existing hoppers without complex modifications.

• Improved Efficiency: Direct contact minimizes heat loss.

• Durability: Withstands vibration and thermal cycling better than ceramic or mica heaters.

 

 

Parameters 

 

Dimension	Dimensions on request
Thickness	4.5mm Note: There is an extra thickness at the connection point.
Heating element	Nickel-Chromium or Copper-Nickel resistance wire wound around a fiberglass core
Voltage	Any voltage on request (Any AC or DC)
Output	Up to 5KW/M2
Tolerance	±10% on resistance
Max surface temperature	200 degree
Min exposure temperature	-60 degree
Size/Shape Limitations	Maximum width of 48 inches, no maximum length

Key Considerations When Specifying:

1. Hopper Dimensions & Shape: (Diameter, height, cone angle, flanges).

2. Required Temperature: Target operating temperature and max temp needed.

3. Material Properties: What's being stored? (Melting point, flow characteristics, moisture sensitivity).

4. Ambient Conditions: Indoor/outdoor? Explosive atmosphere (ATEX certification needed)?

5. Power Supply: Available voltage.

6. Control Requirements: Simple thermostat or integrated into a PLC?

7. Mounting Method: Adhesive, straps, bolted flanges?

 

1. Applications:

   • Preventing Material Bridging/Rat-Holing: Keeps powders, granules, pellets, or flakes flowing freely by reducing friction and preventing solidification.

   • Moisture Control: Eliminates condensation inside the hopper.

   • Temperature Maintenance: Ensures materials (like plastics, food ingredients, chemicals) stay within a specific processing temperature range.

   • Freeze Protection: Prevents moisture-laden materials from freezing in cold environments.

Surface Temperature VS. Time:
This diagram illustrates the surface temperature of a silicone rubber heater when uninsulated and positioned vertically in 20 ºC still air. The data provided serves as a reference based on a standard 1.4mm thickness configuration.

Raw Material of Silicone Heater:

 

Related Silicone Heaters:

 

 

Order Guide:

1. Length and width specifications
2. Voltage and Power requirements
3. 3M adhesive inclusion
4. Temperature controller inclusion
5. Quantity needed
 

 

Transport and Payment:

FAQ

(1). Q: Can you offer a discount?
A: Discount availability depends on order quantity. Larger orders qualify for greater discounts.
(2). Q: How can I get a sample?
A: Generally, most of our products can be sampled free of charge for small quantities, with customers covering shipping costs. You may also provide your DHL, FEDEX, EMS, or UPS courier account number to us. For larger quantities, a sample fee may apply.
(3). Q: Why are your prices slightly higher than other Chinese suppliers?
A: We prioritize manufacturing high-quality products to build long-term, friendly relationships with our customers.
While our prices might not always be the lowest, the exceptional value and unparalleled performance of our products are truly unmatched.
(4). Q: How do you ensure that the quality of mass-produced items aligns perfectly with the sample provided?
A: To guarantee consistency, our warehouse staff retains an identical sample marked with your company name before dispatching the original to you, ensuring mass production mirrors the provided sample precisely.