Flexible heaters are thin, flexible, portable, and water-resistant—making them a common-sense upgrade to existing materials or from wired heating elements. With advancements in functional inks and substrates, heaters can be incorporated seamlessly into applications across all industries. The two main types of flexible heaters: Fixed Resistance heaters and Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heaters. Both have unique features and benefits that can help determine which type of flexible heater best suits your application's needs.
Check out our infographic below to compare the features of Fixed Resistance and PTC heaters.