Products for the Photovoltaic Industry
Watlow® continues to build on 80 years of innovation with a broad range of heaters, sensors, and controllers specifically for use in the photovoltaic cell and module manufacturing industry. Because Watlow designs and manufactures all the components that make up the thermal loop they are uniquely positioned to provide the highest performing total solution at the lowest overall cost. The following are some of the Watlow products typically applied in the PV processing industry.
Large Radiant Panel Heater
- Offers a variety of heater technologies operating up to 983°C (1800°F)
- Highly customized thermal profile to meet thermal uniformity goals
- Compatible with standard vacuum feed-through fittings
- Custom engineered panel may include integrated sensors, reflector shields, and heater guard
Large Conductive Heater Plate
- Allows for various construction techniques to meet thermal uniformity and cost targets
- Aluminum hotplates to 350°C (662°F) / stainless steel to 600°C (1112°F)
- Custom engineered plate may include integrated sensors and removable top plate
- May also be used as radiant heat source
DIN-A-MITE® Power Controllers
- "Soft-Start" feature for high in-rush current applications, i.e. tungsten elements
- "Zero-Cross Burst Firing" for optimum temperature control of nichrome elements
- 200kA Short Circuit Current Rating (SCCR) with proper fusing
- Small touch-safe packaging for DIN Rail or Back Panel mounting
EZ-ZONE® Temperature Controllers
- Completely integrated thermal control loop in a scalable, modular package
- Minimizes system complexity through component consolidation leading to lower overall cost and shorter development cycles
- Multiple form-factors available to satisfy extensive range of mounting requirements
- Wide functional range to address both temperature and power control needs
Temperature Sensors
- TRUE SURFACE Thermocouple (TST) is ideal for atmospheric applications where environmental shielding and isothermal design is a must
- MICROCOIL™ is a vacuum compatible surface temperature measurement device
- Minimize location error and response time to understand your actual process temperature
CAST-X Circulation Heaters
- Robust cast-in aluminum construction assuring longer heater life and accurate temperature control
- Over-temperature snap action switch offering cost-effective, over-temperature protection
- Process temperatures up to 500°F (260°C) and a maximum working fluid pressure of 5000 psi
Engineering Services
- Utilizes a highly qualified staff capable of solving the most complex thermal problems
- Utilizes a disciplined development process and proven project management techniques
- Augment your thermal systems knowledge by engaging Watlow experts
- Uses simulation and modeling capabilities grounded in practical experience
