Immersion Heater
Wide Application of Immersion Heaters
Industrial Immersion Heater Overview
Industrial immersion heaters provide direct heating for liquids in tanks, vessels, boilers, and process equipment. They can be configured for different heating capacities, tank dimensions, immersion lengths, voltages, and installation requirements. Common applications include water heating, oil heating, chemical processing, food and beverage processing, and industrial process heating. The heater configuration should be selected according to the heating medium, required heating capacity, operating temperature, and installation conditions. Sheath material is an important selection factor when heating different liquids. Stainless steel, copper, and titanium options can be considered according to fluid properties and corrosion conditions. See our Immersion Heater Materials & Sheath Selection Guide for a practical comparison of common sheath materials. For guidance on immersion heater watt density, heating temperature, and selecting the right heater for different liquids, see our Immersion Heater Watt Density & Temperature Guide.
Medical & Healthcare
Immersion heaters are used in sterilization tanks, laboratory water baths, and medical fluid warming systems where precise and reliable temperature control is required.
Industrial Heating
Heavy-duty immersion heaters are used in process tanks, cleaning baths, and chemical reactors for manufacturing and industrial processing. They provide reliable direct heating for water, cleaning solutions, chemicals, and other process liquids, with customizable power, sheath materials, and configurations for different operating conditions.
Automotive & Transportation
Durable immersion heaters are used in degreasing tanks, parts washing systems, and fluid preheating equipment for automotive production and service applications. They provide reliable direct heating for cleaning solutions and process fluids, with customizable power, sheath materials, and configurations to suit different operating conditions.
Electronics & Home Appliances
Compact immersion heaters are used in water heaters, coffee machines, and household appliances requiring efficient and reliable liquid heating. Their compact design allows flexible installation in limited spaces, with customizable power, voltage, and dimensions for different equipment requirements.
Key Features of Immersion Heater:
Immersion Heater Key Features
- Direct and Efficient Heating — The heating element transfers heat directly to the liquid, supporting efficient heating in tanks and process vessels.
- Multiple Sheath Materials — 304 stainless steel, 316 stainless steel, copper, and titanium options are available for different fluid and corrosion conditions.
- Flexible Installation — Screw plug, flanged, and over-the-side configurations can be selected according to tank and vessel design.
- Custom Power and Sizing — Wattage, voltage, heating length, dimensions, and configuration can be customized according to heating requirements.
- Temperature Control Compatibility — Thermostats, thermocouples, PT100 sensors, and external temperature controllers can be used according to the system design.
- Application-Specific Protection — Overheat protection, dry-run protection, and other control options can be configured for specific heating systems.
- Suitable for Industrial Applications — Configurations can be adapted for water, oil, chemical solutions, food and beverage liquids, and other process fluids.
Immersion Heater Technical Specifications
Typical specifications for screw plug and flanged immersion heaters are shown below. Custom dimensions, wattage, voltage, heating length, and sheath materials are available according to specific heating requirements.
Screw Plug Immersion Heater
| Tube Length | Tube Diameter | Thread Size | Voltage / Power | Tube Material | Thread Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 190 mm | 10 mm | 1 1/2″ | 220V / 380V, 3 kW | 304 SUS | 304 SUS |
| 250 mm | 10 mm | 1 1/2″ | 220V / 380V, 4.5 kW | 304 SUS | 304 SUS |
| 350 mm | 10 mm | 1 1/2″ | 220V / 380V, 6 kW | 304 SUS | 304 SUS |
Flanged Immersion Heater
| Voltage / Power | Heating Length | Flange Size |
|---|---|---|
| 220V / 380V, 3 kW | 210 mm | DN40 (Dia. 47 mm) |
| 220V / 380V, 6 kW | 250 mm | DN40 (Dia. 47 mm) |
| 220V / 380V, 9 kW | 300 mm | DN50 (Dia. 58 mm) |
| 220V / 380V, 12 kW | 350 mm | DN50 (Dia. 58 mm) |
| 220V / 380V, 15 kW | 600 mm | DN50 (Dia. 58 mm) |
These are typical configurations for reference. Final specifications should be confirmed according to the liquid properties, tank dimensions, required heating capacity, operating temperature, installation method, and electrical requirements.
Immersion Heater Range
Our immersion heater range includes screw plug, flanged, and other configurations for direct heating of water, oil, chemicals, and other industrial fluids. Heaters can be customized by power, voltage, heating length, sheath material, mounting design, and other specifications to match different tank and process heating requirements.
EaseWise supplies standard and custom immersion heaters for industrial and commercial liquid heating systems. Select the configuration that matches your tank design and heating requirements, or request a custom quote for your project.
Related Immersion Heater Products
Explore related immersion heater configurations for different tank designs, installation methods, and liquid heating requirements.
- Screw Plug Immersion Heater — Compact solution for threaded tank and vessel installation.
- Flanged Immersion Heater — Suitable for higher-power liquid heating and flange-mounted installation.
Need a custom configuration? Request a Quote with your tank dimensions, liquid type, heating capacity, voltage, and installation requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Immersion heaters are used to directly heat water, oil, chemicals, and other fluids in tanks, boilers, and process vessels across industrial and commercial applications.
Sheath materials include stainless steel, copper, and titanium, selected based on the fluid type and operating temperature.
Yes. We customize wattage, voltage, sheath material, flange size, and screw plug configuration to match your tank and application requirements.
Standard models ship within 7–15 days. Custom orders typically ship within 15–25 days.
All immersion heaters include overheat protection and excellent insulation performance. Automatic shutoff options are available for dry-run protection.