Ceramic & Mica Barrel Band Heater is an industrial spare component used for Plastic injection molding machine barrels and nozzle heating. STARNEX Industrial Spares supplies this replacement component in Kenya with technical sourcing support across East Africa. Before ordering, confirm the required dimensions, connection standards, and equipment model with our technical sales team.
Ceramic & Mica Barrel Band Heater
Ceramic & Mica Barrel Band Heater is an industrial spare component used for Plastic injection molding machine barrels and nozzle heating. STARNEX Industrial Spares supplies this replacement component in Kenya with technical sourcing support across East Africa. Before ordering, confirm the required dimensions, connection standards, and equipment model with our technical sales team.
Functional engineering application
The Ceramic & Mica Barrel Band Heater (MPN: BLX-BND-6500) is built for continuous-duty industrial piping, holding pressure, temperature, and cycling loads in factory installations across Kenya and East Africa.
Quotation & fulfilment
Parametric technical attributes
| Generic BLX-BND-6500 | |
| IDENTIFICATION | |
| Component Type | Ceramic & Mica Barrel Band Heater |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Generic |
| Part Number (MPN) | BLX-BND-6500 |
| Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) | STX-BLX-BLXBND6500 |
| TECHNICAL PARAMETERS | |
| Insulation Type | Steatite Ceramic Blocks / High-Grade Phlogopite Mica |
| Resistance Element Alloy | Nickel-Chromium 80/20 (Nichrome V) |
| Thermal Insulation | 6mm Ceramic Fiber Blanket (Ceramic band models) |
| Maximum Watt Density | Up to 6.5 W/cm² (Ceramic) / 4.0 W/cm² (Mica) |
| Width Range | 30 mm to 250 mm |
| Termination Options | Ceramic Terminal Block, Post Terminals, or Braided Leads |
| Fastening Mechanism | Low-profile barrel clamp strap with hex socket screws |
| Thermocouple Provision | Optional cutout hole or bayonet thermocouple pocket |
| PERFORMANCE & RATINGS | |
| Maximum Sheath Temperature | 650°C (Ceramic) / 450°C (Mica) |
| Operating Voltage Options | 240V 1-Phase / 415V 3-Phase |
| CONSTRUCTION & CONNECTION | |
| Outer Sheath Material | AISI 304 Stainless Steel / Aluminized Steel |
| Diameter Range | Ø 50 mm to Ø 450 mm |
| COMPLIANCE & LOGISTICS | |
| Stock Availability | In Stock — Enterprise Rd, Nairobi |
| KRA Tax Status | Official KRA E-TIMS Tax Invoice Available |
System fitment & verified replacements
Verified interchangeable models
- Watlow Ceramic Band
- Tempco
- Chromalox
Commonly installed on equipment from
Common questions on this part
Mica band heaters are ideal for operating temperatures up to 450°C and lower watt densities (up to 4.0 W/cm²), making them economical for standard blow molding and packaging. Ceramic band heaters are suited for heavy extrusion and engineering resins operating between 450°C and 650°C with higher watt densities and built-in insulation.
Clamp screws should be torqued down firmly upon initial installation to ensure zero air gaps between the heater and barrel. After running the heater to operating temperature for 30 minutes, re-tighten the screws once to compensate for initial thermal expansion.
Yes. In addition to standard stock sizes, STARNEX manufactures custom-dimensioned ceramic and mica band heaters with specific cutouts for thermocouple probes or mounting brackets.
High-temperature nickel-conductor wires with silicone-impregnated braided fiberglass insulation rated to 450°C, or flexible stainless steel overbraid to guard against mechanical abrasion.
Yes. Popular injection molding nozzle and barrel band sizes are kept in stock at STARNEX in Nairobi with custom fabrications supplied within 2 to 5 working days.
