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.
If you need it, our engineers and experts are here to help.
We'll deliver your order on time, or we'll pay the freight.
We have expertise across each phase of your project.
We’ll stay with you through every component evolution.
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.
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.
Etched foil heating elements allow you to control temperature when you need to. Our unique designs have helped the following industries:
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.
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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:
Base Laminate:
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.
When compared to stamping or forming manufacturing methods, our photochemical machining has efficiencies built into every step of the process to produce precise and complex metal bipolar plates and meshes with ease.
Learn more about our capabilitiesChances are, your needs are specific. And our expertise is extensive. We want to learn as many of those details before taking on your project. When we know precisely what you need, we can develop a streamlined plan to produce it – in fact, we may be able to deliver more than you think.
Let’s bring your design to life so you (and we) can properly vet it. Our process actually allows for several designs to be arrayed on a single sheet, giving you more prototyping options than before. Producing your component exactly the way you need it is our only goal – often, prototyping is the best way to get there.
Our photochemical machining process opens up a world of possibilities for your components. Every phase of this multi-step process is exceedingly precise and subject to stringent quality control – including 1st article inspections to guarantee dimensions. Our production processes are capable of both high and low volumes, and our production times are typically measured in days, not weeks, so you get your parts sooner.
When it comes to precision parts, Switzer delivers. Specifically, we deliver in economical bundles or whatever packaging arrangements you request. We understand that accurate deliveries are critical to your performance metrics, so we make a simple promise: if your delivery is late, we pay the freight.
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:
Your Component Specialist is
Tracey Hibbert
Heating Elements
tracey.hibbert@switzermfg.com
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