OMEGA™ finned strip heaters are extremely efficient and
dependable as a heat source for hundreds of industrial and
commercial applications. They are used for both forced
(mounted in a duct) and natural convection air heating
(mounted at the bottom of cabinet type ovens).
The finned strip heater’s basic design consists of a helically
wound resistance coil placed in a specially designed ceramic
insulator. The resistance coil is mechanically connected to
the screw terminal for positive connection. Stainless steel
rectangular tubing is used to house the heater assembly. All
remaining voids are filled with high purity magnesium oxide
to increase thermal conductivity and dielectric strength.
Nickel-plated steel fins (stainless steel optional) are mounted
to the rectangular tubing. The fins have been specially
designed to provide maximum surface contact for good heat
dissipation into the finned cross sections, thus resulting in
rapid heat transfer to the air.
OMEGA finned strip heaters are manufactured in a full line
of standard sizes, electrical ratings and terminations, or can
be made to your specifications.
Specification and Tolerances
If tighter tolerances are required consult Omega. Performance Ratings Maximum Sheath Temperature: 650°C (1200°F) Electrical Specifications Maximum Voltage: 480 Vac (when applicable) Maximum Amperage: 25 A Resistance Tolerance: 10%, -5% Wattage Tolerance: 5%, -10% Material Specifications and Physical Sizes Sheath: 304 stainless steel Fins: Nickel plated steel (stainless steel optional) Screw Terminals: Stainless steel 10-32 UNF threads Width Including Fins: 51 mm (2") Height Including Fins: 35 mm (13/8") Length Tolerance: Up to 0.61 m (24") ±1/16", over 0.61 m (24") ±1/8" Mounting Slot Size: Standard 8 x 13 mm (5/16 × 1/2") Slot Size For Secondary Insulating Bushing: 13 x 16 mm (1/2 × 5/8") for 300V and above
