Flexible Electric Heating Solutions
for OEMs & Manufacturers
Engineered for HORECA, Automotive, Biomedical, Chemical and Mobility — from catalog products to fully custom solutions.
Engineered to Conform to Any Surface
Four certified heating materials, tailored to meet the thermal, mechanical, and environmental requirements of your application.
Silicone Flexible Heaters
The most versatile flexible heater. Custom shapes, high flexibility, excellent for complex industrial surfaces.
Mica Heaters
Highest operating temperature in the Elmat range. Ideal where extreme thermal resistance is required.
Polyester (Mylar) Flexible Heaters
Ultra-thin profile for low-temperature applications. Tightest bending radius in the range.
Kapton Flexible Heaters
Exceptional thinness with high performance. The choice for precision, aerospace and medical applications.
All flexible heaters tested to EN 60335 & MIL 105 — Maximum pressure 6 kg/cm² — RoHS compliant — Fully customizable.
TECHNICAL COMPARISON
Side-by-side specs of our four flexible heater technologies.
| Insulator | POLYESTER MYLAR | SILICONE | POLYIMIDE KAPTON | MICA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade names | MYLAR | — | KAPTON | — |
| Max working temp | 110°C | 230°C | 230°C | 300°C |
| Max temp w/ adhesive | 105°C | 175°C | 175°C | — |
| Peak temperature | 130°C | 250°C | 250°C | 375°C |
| Typical thickness (µm) | 250 | 820 | 220 | 850 |
| Typical flat sizes (mm) | 3000×600 | 3000×600 | 3000×600 | 2000×600 |
| Bending radius | ~8 mm | ~10 mm | ~2 mm | — |
| Max pressure | 6 kg/cm² | |||
| Tested to | EN 60335 — MIL 105 std | |||
| RoHS | Fully compliant with the directive | |||
CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
Every Elmat heater is built to your spec. Choose from a wide range of customization levers.
Custom Geometries
Any shape, profile or cut-out engineered to fit your surface.
Zoned Temperature / Power
Different power densities and temperatures across the surface.
Multi-Circuit Designs
Independent circuits in a single heater for complex control schemes.
Adhesives & Fastening
Self-adhesive, hooks, Velcro or vulcanization — your choice.
Temperature Controls
Built-in thermostats, PT100, J/K probes and more.
Cable Outlets
Multiple cable exits, lengths and connector terminations available.
Industrial-Grade Solutions for Viscous Materials
Four certified heating materials, tailored to meet the thermal, mechanical, and environmental requirements of your application.
Drum Heaters
Flexible band heaters for industrial drums. Maintain viscous substances in workable form across industries.
Drum Case Heaters
Complete industrial drum heating systems for metal or plastic barrels. Uniform heat and integrated controls in a robust, ready-to-install jacket.
Uniform Heat Distribution
Engineered jackets that wrap the drum evenly to prevent hot-spots and protect sensitive substances.
Integrated Thermal Control
Built-in thermostat and overheat protection for reliable, set-and-forget industrial operation.
Metal & Plastic Barrels
Compatible with standard industrial drums in a range of sizes and materials.
Built for Viscous Materials
Maintains chemicals, resins, oils and food-grade products at their optimal working temperature.
How to Choose the Right Heater
Material & Surface
Composition and geometry of the surface to be heated.
Fixing System
Adhesive bonding, vulcanization or mechanical fastening.
External Insulation
Presence of additional thermal insulation layers.
Electrical Parameters
Voltage, wattage, amperes, DC or AC, single/three-phase.
Environmental Conditions
Explosive, corrosive, marine or other special atmospheres.
Heating Type
Radiation, convection, conduction or recirculation.
Thermal Level
Steady-state temperature, cold temperatures and thermal flows.
Time to Steady State
Required ramp-up time to reach working conditions.