Heatecx Limited
The flat tube bending machine is an advanced engineering solution, specifically designed to meet the precision demands in the manufacturing of flat electric heaters. Thanks to its robust and versatile design, this machine allows for the forming of tubes with complex geometries, ensuring the structural integrity of the thermal component.
The flat tube bending machine is an advanced engineering solution, specifically designed to meet the precision demands in the manufacturing of flat electric heaters. Thanks to its robust and versatile design, this machine allows for the forming of tubes with complex geometries, ensuring the structural integrity of the thermal component. The flat tube bending machine has been developed to address the unique challenges presented by non-circular tube structures. Unlike conventional bending machines, this equipment optimizes the bending radius to prevent deformation in the flat tube's cross-section, a critical factor for the performance of industrial electric heaters.
The system integrates intuitive control software that allows for managing different diameters and wall thicknesses. Depending on the production scale and tube size, the machine can be configured with various power systems, ensuring that each precision bending process meets the most demanding quality standards in the electric heating industry.
Investing in a flat heater bending machine offers direct competitive benefits for manufacturers of heating elements:
• Transmission Versatility: Full adaptability through the use of hydraulic systems for heavy-duty work or geared motors for applications requiring constant and controlled speed.
• High Angle Precision: Ensures exceptional repeatability in bending angles, fundamental for assembling heaters in industrial machinery and home appliances.
• Material Protection: The design of the bending dies minimizes mechanical stress on stainless steel or copper, preventing micro-cracks that could compromise the heater's lifespan.
• Operational Efficiency: Significantly reduces cycle times and material waste, optimizing the cost per unit produced.
• User-Friendly Interface: Equipped with touch screens (HMI) and PLC systems that facilitate parameter configuration without the need for highly specialized personnel.
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Parameter |
Technical Specification |
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Model |
HT-B4 - Flat Pro Series |
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Tube Type |
Flat / Oval / Special |
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Compatible Materials |
Stainless Steel, Copper, Incoloy, Iron |
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Diameter Range (Width) |
5 mm - 25 mm (Customizable) |
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Transmission System |
Hydraulic / Geared Motor / Servo (Optional) |
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Maximum Bending Angle |
180° |
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Angle Precision |
± 0.5° |
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Motor Power |
1.5 kW - 4.0 kW (Depending on configuration) |
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Operating Voltage |
220V / 380V (Three-phase) |
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Dimensions (L x W x H) |
1200 x 800 x 1100 mm approx. |
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Approximate Weight |
350 kg - 500 kg |
We understand that each production line is unique, which is why we offer different levels of automation and configurations for your heater bending machine:
Automation Levels
1 Manual / Semi-Automatic: Ideal for low-volume production or prototyping. The operator positions the tube, and the machine executes the bending cycle with assistance.
2 Automatic with PLC: Programmable system that allows storing multiple bending recipes, ideal for medium series with frequent design changes.
3 Numerical Control (CNC): Maximum technology with multi-axis control (feeding, rotation, and bending) for complex 3D geometries and high production.
Transmission Customization
• Hydraulic Drive: Recommended for large gauge or thick-walled tubes where superior torque force is required.
• Electric Geared Motor: Perfect for smooth speed control and reduced maintenance in standard dimension tubes.
• High-End Servomotors: For applications demanding maximum speed and millimeter precision in positioning.
Additional Accessories
• Interchangeable dies for different bending radii.
• Automatic lubrication systems to extend tool life.
• Laser safety sensors for operator protection.
Optimize your production today: If you are looking to improve your heater manufacturing plant's positioning through cutting-edge technology, our flat tube bending machine is the ultimate tool to achieve operational excellence.
The minimum bending radius directly depends on the heater's thickness and the type of internal insulation (mica or ceramic). As a general rule, to ensure the integrity of the internal nichrome wire and prevent short circuits:
• Standard Radii: Most machines allow a minimum radius of 2 to 3 times the thickness of the flat heater.
• Technical Precision: If your heater has a thickness of 5 mm, the inner bending radius should not be less than 10 mm or 15 mm.
• Mandrel Importance: The use of interchangeable mandrels in the bending machine allows for precise adjustment of this radius, preventing the material from "fatiguing" or cracking in the stress zone.
