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Electric Heating Systems; Branch Circuit Protection image Electric Heating Systems; Branch Circuit Protection
When installing electric heating systems for industrial process, branch circuit protection is a critical consideration.
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Why use a Diode with a Heater? image Why use a Diode with a Heater?
A robust design can be achieved using a diode in series with the heating element.
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Zoned Versus Distributed Wattage - Definition and Application image Zoned Versus Distributed Wattage - Definition and Application
In the heating industry we are often asked what is the difference between a distributed wattage heater and a zoned heater. These
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Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer image Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
Thermodynamics, specifically heat transfer, is used throughout our daily lives, but not always thought of. A common practice of cooking breakfast would be one simple example.
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Scrambling an Egg image Scrambling an Egg
Having a little fun, Jared McPherson shows how to cook scrambled eggs using a Heat Touch 200 inline air heater.
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When the Rubber Meets the Load image When the Rubber Meets the Load
Manufacturers produce Silicone Rubber Heaters using a combination of physical and chemical processes to turn a fragile metal film into a precision heating element encased in silicone rubber.
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Duct Heaters Overview image Duct Heaters Overview
A brief overview of duct heaters including size, circuit type, watt density, flow rates and installation concerns.
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