MECHANICAL
FASTENERS For applications on
cylindrical parts or where the installation is temporary, eyelets with springs
or snap fasteners are utilized to mount heaters. Spring fasteners allow for
variations in circumference while providing close contact with the part to be
heated. Many types of fasteners used for canvas or leather can be built into the
sheath of Silicone Rubber Heaters.
SPECIAL
LEADS Lead types and exit
locations are adaptable to application requirements. Teflon, silicone rubber and
HPN type insulators are readily available. Perimeter exit (standard) or surface
exit do not present design limitations.
MOUNTING
Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) is a factory applied material for
bonding Flexible Heaters to a flat, smooth surface. A peel-away protective
backing allows simple field installation. The maximum element temperature for
PSA use is 300°F (150°C) continuous, 455°F (235°C) intermittent, at no more
than 5 watts per square inch. Heaters with PSA should be stored no more than 6
months before installation.
Factory Vulcanizing provides excellent heat
transfer from the heater element to the customer part. Strong, free of air gaps
and with the longest possible heater life are advantages of Factory Vulcanizing.
Maximum sheath temperature is 455°F (235°C).
For field applied adhesives, an RTV Room Temperature Vulcanizing Adhesive or
Contact Cement are available. Consult Gordo Sales, Inc.
Gordo Sales,
Inc. "Heat and Control Specialists"
PO Box 1166,
Layton, UT 84041 (801) 544-4236
Copyright 2002
For any questions (application, technical, availability) please call
us at (801) 544-4236 between 8am and 5pm Monday - Friday mountain time
