Electrical Terminations Cartridge Heaters

Electrical Terminations-Cartridge Heaters-Lead Types & Lead Protection Options:

(Configuration 1)

Cartridge Heaters with Crimped-On Leads
A high temperature double crimp connects the MGT (450ºC) leads to solid nickel pins. This construction is recommended for applications with elevated temperatures. Due to the rigid nickel pins, this construction is not recommended in applications where movement or flexing is encountered, or if sharp bends are required adjacent to the heater exit.

(Configuration 2)

Cartridge Heaters with Swaged-In Leads
High temperature MGT (450ºC) wire is internally connected and swaged in place. This construction is recommended for applications in which the leads must be bent at the exit point from the heater and where mild flexing may be found. For applications with continuous or more severe movement, we would recommend metal braid or armor cable.

(Configuration 3)

Cartridge Heaters with Stainless Steel Braid
High temperature MGT (450ºC) wire is internally connected and swaged in place. This construction offers protection against abrasion and sharp edges. This is a very strong construction which offers full length flexibility. This construction is recommended in applications with flexing and where the leads must pass through metal openings or routed along metal components.

(Configuration 4)

Cartridge Heaters with Stainless Steel Hose (Armor Cable)
High temperature MGT (450ºC) wire is internally connected and swaged in place. This construction is recommended for applications in which the leads are subjected to abrasion or run the risk of being pinched. This is the strongest lead protection available and works well in moving or flexing applications.

(Configuration 5)

Cartridge Heaters with Right Angle Fiberglass Leads
High temperature MGT (450ºC) leads exiting at right angle to the sheath. This construction offers a compact design where space is limited. This construction is not recommended where abrasion or flexing is present.

(Configuration 6)

Cartridge Heaters with Right Angle Stainless Steel Braid
Stainless steel braid over high temperature MGT (450ºC) wire exiting at right angle to the sheath. This construction is recommended in applications with flexing and where the leads must pass through metal openings or routed along metal components. This construction is desirable when space is limited and it is not feasible to bend standard leads.

(Configuration 6B)

Cartridge Heaters with Copper Elbow

Armor cables are less flexible than stainless steel braids, but provide contamination resistance in addition to superior protection against abrasion. A copper elbow braised to the cartridge externally, provides a 90° transfer.

(Configuration 7)

Cartridge Heaters with Right Angle Stainless Steel Hose (Armor Cable)
Stainless steel hose over high temperature MGT (450ºC) wire exiting at right angle to sheath. This is the strongest lead protection for use in applications where severe abrasion is present. These leads offer good flexibility and are good for moving or flexing applications

(Configuration 8)

(Configuration 8A)

(Configuration 8B)

Cartridge Heaters with Single or Double Threaded Fittings - Brass or Stainless Steel NPT Fittings.

Single or double threaded fittings attached to sheath to allow for installation into threaded holes.

(Configuration 9)

Cartridge Heaters with Mounting Flange
Mounting flanges are recommended for applications where vibration or movement may cause the heater to be dislodged from its hole. Stainless steel flanges are available in a variety of sizes and configurations. The standard flange is round and is supplied with two mounting holes. For heaters 5/8" diameter and under, the flange would be 1 1/2" in diameter. For larger diameter heaters the standard flange would be 2.00" in diameter

(Configuration 10)

Cartridge Heater with Teflon End Seal
A Teflon plug is swaged in place along with Teflon leads. This construction resists oil and water to 250°C/480°F. There is a minimum of a 1.00" unheated length at the lead end. Longer cold sections may be required if the watt density or operating temperature is high.

(Configuration 11)

Cartridge Heater with Screw Terminals
Threaded stud terminals are supplied complete with high temperature nuts and washers. Standard screw is #8-32. Available in 5/8", 3/4", 1", 16 mm and 20mm diameters heaters.

(Configuration 12)

Cartridge Heaters with Double Ended Terminals
These terminations are ideal for applications where wiring form both ends is required. A minimum cold section of 1" is required for these leads.

Available Terminations
- Solid nickel pins

- Lead Wires

- Threaded Studs

(Configuration 13)