Infrared heating panels
Hollow Ceramic Infrared Heating Element FFEH / SFEH
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Hollow Ceramic Infrared Heating Element FFEH / SFEH
Ceramicx FFEH and SFEH are ceramic infrared heating elements featuring a lightweight hollow body filled with high-density insulation. This construction reduces rear heat loss, provides faster heat-up and increases forward radiant efficiency. These flat heating elements are ideal for thermoforming, composite curing and industrial processes where the infrared emitter is positioned close to the target material. Available from 400 W to 1000 W, with a standard voltage of 230 V and an optional built-in type K thermocouple.
Product code: 57785988
Energy-Efficient Ceramic Infrared Heating Element for Industry
Ceramicx FFEH and SFEH are flat, hollow ceramic infrared heaters designed for industrial process heating. A high-temperature FeCrAl resistance wire is embedded within a lightweight hollow ceramic body filled with high-density insulating material.
The insulation reduces heat loss from the rear of the element and helps direct more radiant heat towards the target material. Compared with a solid-cast ceramic element, the hollow construction provides faster heat-up, improved energy efficiency and increased forward radiant output.
FFEH and SFEH elements emit long-wave infrared radiation within the useful 2–10 µm wavelength range. They are particularly suitable for installations where the heating element is positioned close to the target surface and uniform heat distribution is required.
Why Choose a Hollow Ceramic Heating Element?
The main advantages of a hollow ceramic infrared heating element include:
- faster heat-up compared with a solid-cast ceramic element;
- reduced heat loss from the rear of the element;
- increased forward radiant efficiency;
- uniform heat distribution across the target surface;
- lower thermal mass;
- improved energy efficiency in continuous industrial processes;
- durable construction and a long operating life;
- optional built-in type K thermocouple.
Typical Applications
Hollow ceramic infrared heaters are commonly used for:
- plastic thermoforming and plastics processing;
- composite material curing;
- drying adhesives, paints and coatings;
- preheating materials and components;
- industrial drying equipment;
- infrared ovens and heating panels;
- packaging and heat-shrink machinery;
- replacing ceramic heating elements in existing equipment;
- outdoor infrared heaters;
- infrared saunas when incorporated into a properly designed heating system.
FFEH or SFEH – Which Model Should You Choose?
The FFEH Full Flat Element Hollow is an elongated, full-size flat hollow ceramic heating element. It is well suited to creating longer heating zones and installing several elements in rows.
- Dimensions: 245 × 60 × 36 mm
- Available wattages: 400, 500, 600, 800 and 1000 W
- Standard voltage: 230 V
- Average weight: approximately 282 g
The SFEH Square Flat Element Hollow is a square hollow ceramic infrared heating element. It is suitable for creating wider or square heating zones and heating matrices consisting of multiple elements.
- Dimensions: 122 × 122 × 37.5 mm
- Available wattages: 400, 500, 600, 800 and 1000 W
- Standard voltage: 230 V
- Average weight: approximately 270 g
Both models are available within the same power range. The correct model depends primarily on the available installation space, the shape of the target surface and the required distribution of the heating zones.
Technical Specifications
Under suitable operating conditions, the average service life of the heating element can reach up to 20,000 hours. The actual service life depends on the operating temperature, switching frequency, installation and operating environment.
Available Variations and Accessories
In addition to the standard 230 V models, the following options are available on request:
- alternative wattages and supply voltages;
- elements with a built-in type K thermocouple;
- different power lead lengths;
- alternative terminals and mounting solutions;
- reflectors suitable for ceramic infrared elements;
- infrared heating modules incorporating multiple elements.
This product is a heating component intended for installation in suitable equipment or a reflector. It is not a complete standalone space heater. Temperature control, electrical protection and installation must be designed according to the equipment and operating conditions.
If more concentrated radiant heat is required or the heating element is positioned further away from the target material, see also our curved FTE and HTE ceramic infrared heating elements.