When highly focused heat is required, and a very low profile is imperative, coil heaters are the best cost-effective option. Coil heaters may be used to concentrate the heat on specific segments, or the coil may be spread to equalize the temperature across the object to be heated. (read more)

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)

As a manufacturer of electrical process heaters, we understand that cartridge heaters are critical components in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of your operations. Cartridge heaters, known for their high watt density and precise heating capabilities, play a vital role in applications requiring consistent and high heat. However, their longevity can be affected by several, often c... (read more)

How OEMs Can Identify a Valuable Ally for Heating Solutions

When original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in industries such as plastics packaging, rubber and plastics, aerospace, food and beverage, medical, and healthcare seek a heater manufacturer, they should evaluate several key capabilities and qualities. These aspects ensure that the heater manufacturer will meet their... (read more)

Applications and Benefits of Industrial Electric Heaters

OEMs in various industries, including plastics packaging, rubber and plastics, aerospace, food and beverage, medical, and healthcare, require specialized heating solutions tailored to their specific applications and processes. While types of heaters produced by heater manufacturers vary widely, they are all designed to meet... (read more)

How Electrical Process Heaters Enable Precision Coffee Brewing (read more)

Backer Marathon air heaters feature an open coil of high temperature resistance wire electrically isolated in a stainless steel sheath. Because the air being heated passes directly over the resistance wire, maximum heat transfer efficiency is achieved. Backer Marathon brand air heaters are used for heat staking, plastic welding, laminating, drying, heat sealing, and any other operation w... (read more)

The Hidden Costs of Choosing the Wrong Industrial Heater

How To Ensure Efficiency, Safety, and Long-term Savings

When it comes to plastics and packaging, the right industrial electric heater can make all the difference. It keeps things running smoothly, saves money, and helps maintain product quality. But choosing the wrong one? That can lead to all sorts of hidden c... (read more)

What Types of Heaters are used in Plastic Injection Molding? (read more)

Backer Marathon Hotset Flexible Tubular Heaters shipping is expedited and available to you faster than anyone else in the market. The Hot Set flexible heating elements are completely flexible and may be shaped around pipes, along platen paths, and into other challenging shapes that require precise heating. We have several options for terminations and temperature control to meet your need... (read more)

Quick and Custom Cartridge Heaters

Need something quick or custom? Tell us a little bit about your project needs and we will get things heating up!

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Selecting the Right Process Heater When Working with Plastics and Rubber

Temperature Control Considerations with Plastic Processing

Processing plastics and rubber involves several important factors that impact the quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of the manufacturing process. Some of these key factors are:

· Materials

· P... (read more)

Optimizing the Aftermarket and Spare Parts Program with Your Electric Heater Supplier

Well-executed aftermarket and spare parts programs are increasingly becoming more important to an organization’s reputation and revenue.

Generally, aftermarket sales tend to contribute a higher profit margin compared to initial product sales, as they often involve services, pa... (read more)

Resolving the Challenges and Impacts that Matter to Plastics OEMs (read more)

Backer Marathon Hotset Flexible Tubular Heaters shipping is expedited and available to you faster than anyone else in the market. The Hot Set flexible heating elements are completely flexible and may be shaped around pipes, along platen paths, and into other challenging shapes that require precise heating. We have several options for terminations and temperature control to meet your need... (read more)

Backer Marathon air heaters feature an open coil of high temperature resistance wire electrically isolated in a stainless steel sheath. Because the air being heated passes directly over the resistance wire, maximum heat transfer efficiency is achieved. Backer Marathon brand air heaters are used for heat staking, plastic welding, laminating, drying, heat sealing, and any other operation w... (read more)

Backer Marathon is the premier manufacturer of electric heating elements and temperature sensors. We stock thousands of heaters and sensors for same day shipment and specialize in custom designed and manufactured products with no minimum order. Whatever your heating requirement, Backer Marathon has a solution.

Backer Marathon offers the following heaters:

• Swage...

Backer Marathon’s 9-Day Lead Time for Custom Process Heaters and Sensors

Our Process Leads the Electric Heating Industry

Did you know Backer Marathon’s nine-day lead time is at the forefront of the heating and sensor industry? How can we make and ship custom process heaters and thermocouples in nine days? Spoiler alert: It’s through a combo o... (read more)

Operating Temperature

Impact: High operating temperatures can significantly reduce the lifespan of a cartridge heater. Continuous exposure to temperatures near or beyond the heater’s rated capacity can lead to rapid degradation.

Consideration: Ensure that the cartridge heater’s temperature rating matches the application requirements. Where possible... (read more)

Choose from one of our many stock sizes or let us design and manufacture a custom heater for you, no minimum quantity. (read more)

Band, Cartridge, Coil, Strip, and Ceramic Heaters Help Heat Up OEM Applications

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’r (read more)

Plastic extruders of all kinds - think colors and resealable packages - require the kind of precise heat control our heaters provide. (read more)

Backer Marathon strip heaters are manufactured to your custom specifications. Mica Strip heaters offer a low profile option for applications of up to 1200°F. Ceramic Strip heaters offer a rugged construction for application of up to 1200°F. They are direct bolt in replacements for popular brands. (read more)

Selecting the Right Process Heater When Working with Plastics and Rubber

Processing plastics and rubber involves several important factors that impact the quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of the manufacturing process. Some of these key factors are:

· Materials

· Pressure Control

· Temperature Control

· Mold... (read more)

Our HotRod stainless steel heaters are the industry standard and offer quality construction, superior heat transfer, and long life heating solutions up to 1600°F. In addition to our swaged heaters, we offer non-swaged heaters for applications up to 800°F, as well as square heaters for milled slot solutions.

Choose from one of our thousands of in stock models or let our eng... (read more)

One of the many custom products that Backer Marathon produces are in line valve heaters. The heaters can be built to fit over complex shapes and can be installed in the field without disassembling the piping. These heaters can be used to to 400°F. Heaters include a silicone sponge insulation jacket to reduce heat loss. Options include built in thermocouples for exact temperature cont... (read more)

Backer Marathon Launches New Heater Resource Page for OEMs in the Plastics Packaging Industry

Comprehensive heater information is tailored to the unique needs of the plastic packaging sector

The new webpage, accessible at Heaters for OEMs in the Plastics Packaging Industry, offers comprehensive information on heaters specifically designed for the unique needs... (read more)

Box Heaters built as square or rectangle heaters are efficient for heating dies on plastic extruders or the barrels of twin extruders. They can be manufactured in one or two piece construction. Please supply detailed drawings or sample part when ordering or for quoting. (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.

Band Heaters

Band heaters are one of the most common types of h... (read more)

Backer Marathon is pleased to present our line of premium temperature sensors. We offer standard general purpose thermocouples, mineral insulated thermocouples, and RTDs. Backer Marathon has hundreds of different models in stock and offers quick turnaround, usually 48 hours or less, on custom designed and manufactured units. We only use the highest grade materials and offer a variety of... (read more)

Backer Marathon is a leading manufacturer of American made high watt density cartridge heaters. Our HotRod stainless steel heaters are the industry standard and offer quality construction, superior heat transfer, and long life heating solutions up to 1600°F. In addition to our swaged heaters, we offer non-swaged heaters for applications up to 800°F, as well as square heaters for... (read more)

One of the many custom products that Backer Marathon produces are in line valve heaters. The heaters can be built to fit over complex shapes and can be installed in the field without disassembling the piping. These heaters can be used to to 400°F. Heaters include a silicone sponge insulation jacket to reduce heat loss. Options include built in thermocouples for exact temperature cont... (read more)

Exploring Heater Applications in the Plastics and Packaging Industries

The plastics and packaging industry is a cornerstone of modern manufacturing, producing everything from everyday consumer goods to specialized industrial components. At the heart of many processes within this industry are electrical process heaters, which play a critical role in shaping, forming, and mai... (read more)

Ceramic heaters are known for their high-temperature capabilities and durability. They are often used in applications that require extremely high mold temperatures, such as in the production of certain types of plastics or specialized processes. They can be inserted into the mold to ensure the plastic material remains at an elevated temperature.

Importance: For specific app... (read more)

Box Heaters built as square or rectangle heaters are efficient for heating dies on plastic extruders or the barrels of twin extruders. They can be manufactured in one or two piece construction. Please supply detailed drawings or sample part when ordering or for quoting. (read more)

HotSet flexible tubular heaters feature:

• Easy installation with a uniform finish
• Can be formed by hand
• Store in a straight condition to save storage space
• No special installation tools required
• Patented technology ensure industry leading heat transfer
• Up to 75% sheath contact with round and square hotflex heaters when recom...

Backer Marathon carries Standard and Metric Adjustable Braid Thermocouples. We stock hundreds of different models and offer quick turnaround, usually 48 hours or less, on custom designed and manufactured units. We only use the highest grade materials and offer a variety of sheath materials for any environment or temperature range. All sensors are subject to rigid quality control procedur... (read more)

Insulated Thermocouples are manufactured at Backer Marathon to address your higher temperature requirements. Since the calibration wire is encased within a metal sheath packed with magnesium oxide the thermocouples can withstand higher temperatures and depending on the application will last longer since they are more durable. One excellent feature of Mineral Insulated Thermocouples is fa... (read more)

Backer Marathon offers Shim Style Surface Thermocouples. We stock hundreds of different models and offer quick turnaround, usually 48 hours or less, on custom designed and manufactured units. We only use the highest grade materials and offer a variety of sheath materials for any environment or temperature range. All sensors are subject to rigid quality control procedures and a thorough i... (read more)

HotSet flexible tubular heaters feature:

• Easy installation with a uniform finish
• Can be formed by hand
• Store in a straight condition to save storage space
• No special installation tools required
• Patented technology ensure industry leading heat transfer
• Up to 75% sheath contact with round and square hotflex heaters when recom...

As an OEM in need of reliable heating solutions, you understand the nuances of cartridge heaters is crucial to the success of your operations—and that cartridge heaters are essential in achieving precise temperature control, especially in processes such as injection molding and extrusion. The versatility of these heaters allows for localized heating, which significantly enhances th... (read more)

Marathon Heater is pleased to present our line of premium temperature sensors. We offer standard thermocouples, mineral insulated thermocouples, and RTDs. Marathon has hundreds of different models in stock and offers quick turnaround, usually 48 hours or less, on custom designed and manufactured units.
We use only the highest grade materials and offer a variety of sheath materials f... (read more)

Backer Marathon air heaters feature an open coil of high temperature resistance wire electrically isolated in a stainless steel sheath. Because the air being heated passes directly over the resistance wire, maximum heat transfer efficiency is achieved. Backer Marathon brand air heaters are used for heat staking, plastic welding, laminating, drying, heat sealing, and any other operation w... (read more)

Backer Marathon is pleased to present our line of premium temperature sensors. We offer standard general purpose thermocouples, mineral insulated thermocouples, and RTDs. Backer Marathon has hundreds of different models in stock and offers quick turnaround, usually 48 hours or less, on custom designed and manufactured units. We only use the highest grade materials and offer a variety of... (read more)

Additional Inspection Procedures Are Available

A manufacturer of commercial food service equipment manufacturer had a demanding application heating water to pressures as high as 500 psi. It was critical that they be able to count on the integrity of the welds in these cartridge heaters.

In order to give this customer the peace of mind they desired, Backer Marathon performs... (read more)

We are the industry leader in production speed, and reliable, quality heaters for plastics and packaging.

Cartridge Heaters

Cartridge heaters are small, cylindrical heating elements that are inserted into holes drilled into the mold. They are often used for heating the nozzles and sprue bushings, where the plastic material enters the mold. Cartridge heaters are known... (read more)

Common Heaters Used by OEMs Across a Variety of Sectors

Heater manufacturers produce a variety of heaters tailored to meet the specific demands of OEMs in the plastics packaging, rubber and plastics, aerospace, food and beverage, medical, and healthcare industries. We’re providing a breakdown of the common heaters used in each sector, along with their general functions. (read more)

Backer Marathon Hotset Flexible Tubular Heaters shipping is expedited and available to you faster than anyone else in the market. The Hot Set flexible heating elements are completely flexible and may be shaped around pipes, along platen paths, and into other challenging shapes that require precise heating. We have several options for terminations and temperature control to meet your need... (read more)

When highly focused heat is required, and a very low profile is imperative, coil heaters are the best cost-effective option. Coil heaters may be used to concentrate the heat on specific segments, or the coil may be spread to equalize the temperature across the object to be heated. (read more)

As a manufacturer of electrical process heaters, we understand that cartridge heaters are critical components in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of your operations. Cartridge heaters, known for their high watt density and precise heating capabilities, play a vital role in applications requiring consistent and high heat. However, their longevity can be affected by several, often c... (read more)