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FINNED TUBULAR HEATING
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FINNED TUBULAR HEATING

Product catalog summary
Overview
WATTCO™ tubular heaters are versatile heating solutions used in various applications such as clamping, immersion, and casting into metal. They are known for their superior qualities and can be configured into different assemblies like flange heaters, screwplug heaters, and circulation heaters.
Key Features
- Standard diameters range from 0.260” to 0.625”.
- Available in various sheaths, diameters, and ratings.
- Electrically isolated sheath for superior insulation and heat conduction.
- Easy installation, configurable shapes, compact design, and precise heat control.
Applications
These heaters are used for heating water, oils, greases, and corrosive liquids, as well as in air heating, radiant heating, and food processing equipment. Sheath materials include copper, steel, stainless steel, Incoloy®, and Inconel®.
Standard Shapes and Installations
Heaters can be factory-configured to almost any shape or size, with custom bending available. They are suitable for ovens, ducts, pipe wells, and radiating heat applications, offering watt densities up to 120 WPSI and sheath temperatures up to 1200ºF.
Standard Terminal Types
Various terminal types are available, with maximum voltage and temperature ratings varying by type.
Elements with Specific Diameters
Elements with diameters of 0.315” and 0.430” are available, with specific voltage and wattage ratings, manufactured in a range of lengths and sheath materials.
Extra Features
Additional features include threaded fittings, compression fittings, terminal boxes, element clamps, and mounting brackets for enhanced installation and application flexibility.
Finned Tubular Heaters
Used for forced convection heating and air and gas heating systems, these heaters are customizable, durable, and safe to operate, with various sheath and fin materials available.
Materials and Coatings
Heaters can be made from steel or stainless steel with coatings like bare steel, nickel-plated, aluminum painted, and black enamel, affecting sheath temperature up to 425°C (797°F).
Specifications
Correct element diameter selection is crucial based on power supply voltage. For voltages over 300V, a minimum diameter of 0.430" is required, while 0.315" diameter elements can be used up to 600V with special terminals.
Watt Density and Air Velocity
Watt density is calculated as sheath watt density multiplied by element surface area per lineal inch. Guidance is provided for selecting safe wattage ratings based on air velocity and outlet air temperature to prevent overheating.
Installation and Mounting
Heaters can be mounted using brazed, crimped, or welded plates, with specific figures for standard elements with factory-fixed fittings for installation.
Tables and Figures
Includes tables listing standard voltages, dimensions, and wattage for finned elements with and without fittings. Figures illustrate the relationship between air velocity and temperature, and dimensions of various heater configurations.
Ordering Information
Specify quantity, catalogue number, voltage, wattage, and any extra features required when ordering.
Recommendations
For applications requiring low air velocities or high outlet air temperatures, special watt densities may be necessary. Consultation with the sales department is recommended for higher heat output requirements.
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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters

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TUBULAR HEATERS Clamped Immersed Cast into metal Easily removable WATTCO™ tubular elements are the most versatile and best suited solutions to a large number of applications. This is why they are found in major modern heating applications and are known for their superior qualities. Tubular elements can be: WATTCO™ TUBULAR HEATER immersion heaters Please consider the following factors to select the ideal WATTCO™ tubular heater for your application: Depending on their rating, sheath and shape, WATTCO™ tubular elements are used in a variety of heat applications (conduction, convection, radiation...

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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters SHEATH MATERIAL Water Water solutions non-corrosive to copper Oil Grease Alkaline cleaning solutions Tars Asphalt Corrosive liquids Food processing equipment Stainless steel Air heating Radiant heating Cleaning and degreasing solutions Plating and pickling solutions Corrosive liquids Incoloy®, Inconel® Acid Corrosive liquids Incoloy® and Inconel® are registered trademarks of Inco Alloys International TUBULAR ELEMENTS – FEATURES AND COMPONENTS OVERALL LENGTH SHEATH LENGTH COLD END HEATED LENGTH NICKEL CHROMIUM RESISTANCE COIL CONCENTRICALLY POSITIONED HIGH PURITY...

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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters STANDARD SHAPES WATTCO™ tubular heaters are factory-configured to almost any shape or size. Custom bending diameters can be made upon request. Figures A to K show some of the most popular element shapes. Select the shape that meets your requirements and refer to it when ordering or requesting prices.

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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters STANDARD INSTALLATIONS Figures L to W show some of the most popular type of installations. Select the installation that meets your needs and make reference to it before placing an order or requesting prices. KEY FEATURES • • • • • • Unlimited number of custom bends available. Magnesium Oxide insulating properties. Great flexibility to meet application needs. Watt Densities of up to 120 WPSI available. Thicker sheath wall are available for intensive applications. Silicone seals to ensure moisture resistance in humid environments. • Custom made cold sections are...

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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters TABLE 1 Terminal Type Specification TERM. TYPE SUITABLE FOR ELEMENT DIAMETERS (in.) 0.260 0.315 0.375 0.430 0.475 * 1 1/8" available as 1"; #10-32 available in #8-32; type R, W = 2 1/4" for 0.375 and 2 3/4" for 0.430 STANDARD TERMINAL TYPES The following section shows the most common terminal types. Select the terminal type that meets your application and make reference to it before placing an order or requesting prices. EPOXY SEAL NOTE: THE APPROPRIATE CURRENT OF EACH TERMINAL TYPE PARTLY DEPENDS ON THE APPLICATION. CALL US FOR DETAILS AT 1.80

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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters TABLE 1 Incoloy® Sheathed Elements - 0.315" (8.0 mm) Diameter HEATED LENGTH in. mm OVERALL LENGTH CATALOG NUMBER ELEMENTS WITH 0.315” (8.0 MM) AND 0.430” (10.9 MM) DIAMETERS - Incoloy® sheathed elements are found in Table 1 and 2. - Elements with a 0.315” diameter are used at 240V or less (refer to Table 1). SHEATH LENGTH COLD END HEATED LENGTH - Elements with a 0.430” diameter (or larger) are suitable for a maximum voltage of 600V (refer to Table 2). - Manufactured in an extensive range of lengths, wattages, voltages, ratings, and heated length combinations...

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TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters TABLE 2 Incoloy® Sheathed Elements - 0.430" (10.9 mm) Diameter HEATED LENGTH in. mm ELEMENTS continued ELEMENTS WITH 0.315” (8.0 MM) AND 0.430” (10.9 MM) DIAMETERS - Terminal box can be added upon request. - Cold end lengths can be designed to practically any desired length typically between 40 and 150 mm (1.6"- 5.9"). Elements can be shipped in less than 4 working days. - Multiple elements are field wired in series or parallel or star & delta to better suit the requirements of your application. - Multiple stages are also available. - Custom elements can always...

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immersion heaters THREADED FITTING (FIG. 1) • Brazed, crimped or welded to the element’s cold section. • Used as a tight joint to the heater, which is fixed in open tanks or vessels. • Supplied in brass, steel, or stainless steel. COMPRESSION FITTING (FIG. 2) • Available in nickel-plated brass for field installation on elements of 0.375” 0.430” 0.475” elements diameter. , , TERMINAL BOX (FIG. 3) Moisture resistant terminal boxes are: • Factory installed Note: • Special requests can be made to have holes predrilled into the terminal boxes. This can provide easier tubular installation on site....

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Versatile, durable, and reliable, WATTCO™ finned tubular heaters are used for forced convection heating or air and gas heating systems. They are customized to meet your specific application needs. FINNED TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters AFFECTING TEMPERATURE Operating temperatures of finned element change according to the following factors: • Air velocity • Air temperature • Watts per square inch of finned element FIG. 1 - Watt Density vs. Air Temperature for 797ºF (425ºC) Fin Temperature 100 90 SHEATH WATT DENSITY - W/IN. • Various sizes of diameters • Main sheath material: steel or stainless...

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FINNED TUBULAR HEATERS immersion heaters WATTCO™ FINNED TUBULAR HEATER • Select the proper element by first specifying if the element has a minimum diameter of 0.430" if the power supply voltage is more than 300V. Depending on your requirements, special terminals can be installed on the 0.315" diameter elements so they can be used up to 600V. • Standard fin sizes and pitches supplied by WATTCO™ are listed in Table 1 above. Other sizes are available on special order. • Determine the number of heated length of element required for a specific wattage output. You will need more than one element for...

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