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Etched Foil Heating Elements

Meet Your Exacting Heating Requirements

Switzer’s precise process for etching traces on metal elements enables heater manufacturers to better control temperature, while also meeting both dimensional and resistance requirements. Our tooling is generated in-house under climate-controlled conditions, engineered and plotted to match your specific application - from deicers on an airplane to heated mirrors on a car.

Engineering Design Support

If you need it, our engineers and experts are here to help.

Delivery Guarantee

We'll deliver your order on time, or we'll pay the freight.

Prototype to Production

We have expertise across each phase of your project.

Lifecycle Support

We’ll stay with you through every component evolution.

Built With Efficiency In Mind

When it comes to etched foil heating elements, you can customize based on your unique electrical, temperature output, material and patterning needs. With our experience, we can make suggestions that will build in efficiencies for your specific application.

Material Control

  • We can etch your provided material or aptly source materials in the metal alloy and laminate combination needed for optimal performance.

Accurate Measurements

  • We take careful consideration to each trace’s design and spacing to ensure dimensional and resistance requirements are always met for specific applications and industries.

Supply Chain Support

Whether you don’t offer in-house etching or prefer to outsource it, Switzer can be a trusted partner for heater manufacturers and help better utilize available capacity to keep up with peak demand.

ISO-Certified Process

  • We manufacture using an ISO-certified controlled and traceable process to ensure you are hitting your marks every step of the way.

Dependable Delivery

  • With our on-time guarantee, you can always expect etched and fully tested elements when you need them.

Experts Across Industries

Etched foil heating elements allow you to control temperature when you need to. Our unique designs have helped the following industries:
  • Military/Aerospace
  • Medical/Biotech
  • Battery/Energy
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Food Service Equipment
  • Consumer Goods
  • Automotive

Our process is exceedingly precise, and our team is knowledgeable about industry regulations. We will work with you to ensure your component allows your finished product to comply with standards. The first step is a finished component that meets the exact specifications of your design. Our process is unmatched in precision.

Features

  • Elements can be etched to dimensional or resistance requirements, or both
  • Multiple similar designs can be etched together
  • Full lot control, from incoming material through shipment of finished elements

We are able to create your component out of a number of practical and durable metals. Our experts can help you determine the right metal alloy foil and base laminate combination.

Metal Alloy Foil Element

  • Inconel
  • Copper
  • Beryllium Copper
  • Phosphor Bronze
  • Nickel
  • Stainless Steel
  • Nichrome

Base Laminate

  • Silicone
  • Neoprene
  • Fabric (reinforcing or layer)
  • Kapton/Polyimide

The Advantages of Etched Foil Heating Elements vs. Wire Wound Elements

There are two common types of flexible heaters: wire wound and etched foil heating elements. Etched foil heating elements have become the engineer’s choice for the many advantages they can bring to an application.
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Capabilities to Support Your Exact Needs

Precision metal fabrication creates highly-accurate and detailed components. Our capabilities span the full spectrum to ensure every part meets your unique specifications and are delivered exactly when you need them.
  • Start-to-Finish Product Support
  • Trusted Vendor Partners
  • In-House Manufacturing & Engineering
  • Custom Packaging & Shipping

Consult with a Technical Sales Expert About Your Foil Heating Element Requirements

At Switzer, our in-house sales team is ready to help you expertly control temperatures for your specific application. Whether you don’t currently offer in-house etching or prefer to outsource it, Switzer will ensure you are utilizing your available capacity and keeping up with peak demand. Schedule your consultation to discuss:

Equipment Performance Optimization

Supply Chain Support

Material Customization

Material Consultations

Tracey Hibbert

Your Foil Heating Elements Specialist is

Tracey Hibbert

Business Development at Switzer
tracey.hibbert@switzermfg.com

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