Heating elements for plastic film laminators

摘要

A heating element for a plastic film laminator has a base member, either flat or cylindrical. An insulating layer of non-conductive material is formed on the base member. A heating layer formed of conductive resin such as conductive silicone is molded to the base member, with the insulating layer between the base and heating layer. An outer layer of non-conductive silicone may cover the heating layer. Electrical contacts are connected to opposite sides of the heating layer. An electrical power supply is connectable to the contacts. Current passing through the heating layer provides uniform heating which is transferred to the plastic to be laminated.