Product Announcements:
Band Heaters

The Impact of Tempco’s Products on Medical Devices Read more...

When it comes to making medical devices, especially things like thin wall catheters used by cardiologists, getting every detail right is crucial. These catheters help treat heart patients all over the world. But how do original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) ensure that their machines make these important devices with such precision? The secret lies in the technology behind the scenes

In plastic injection molding, various types of heaters are used to heat the molds and other components of the molding machine. These heaters play a critical role in maintaining the proper temperature of the mold and the plastic material.

Today we’re discussing several of the common types of heaters used in plastic injection molding.

Band Heaters

Band hea... Read more...

U.L. Recognized - E56973 C.S.A. Certified - 016386-0-000

Applications
Cylinders, Dies, Drums, Holding Tanks, Injections and Blow Molding Machines, and Plastic Extruders. Read more...

Backer Marathon Starflex is the most rugged, reliable band heater available. Starflex band heaters are the original aluminum body band and are still the industry standard. These heaters are manufactured by hydraulically pressing a high-temperature heating element into a precision-grooved aluminum channel. The heaters are clamped in place with low-expansion stainless-steel straps for inti... Read more...

Our current band products are separated in two types: Mica Band Heaters and Starflex Band Heaters. Read more...

What Types of Heaters are used in Plastic Injection Molding?

In plastic injection molding, various types of heaters are used to heat the molds and other components of the molding machine. These heaters play a critical role in maintaining the proper temperature of the mold and the plastic material. Read more...

Used to heat (mostly) cylindrical surfaces, Tempco manufactures several product lines designed to perform under different operating environments.

Common Applications

• Autoclaves & Sterilizers
• Blow Molding Machines (Barrels & Heads)
• Blown Film Dies
• Drum Heating
• Extrusion Die
• Fluidized Beds
• Food & C...

Manufactured in a full range of standard construction variations, Duraband mica insulated heaters provide long, efficient service necessary for today's high-productivity machinery for plastics extrusion, injection molding and blow molding!

Learn More Read more...

Customize styles, clamping, terminations and more! Also available stocked. Available in two-piece and expandable designs. Faster delivery, economical, most versatile heater band. Best Mica Insulated Heater on the market! Read more...