Straight Line Plastic Bending Strip Heaters

Free Standing Straight Line Heaters – Professional Plastic Bending Made Easy

When you need clean, consistent bends in acrylic, polycarbonate, or other thermoplastics, TAP’s Free Standing Straight Line Heaters deliver reliable performance every time. These professional-grade heating trays are engineered for straight-line bending or folding, creating crisp angles without compromising material integrity.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Professional Bending: Designed specifically for use with all thermoplastic sheet materials, these heaters allow you to produce high-quality bends for displays, enclosures, and architectural features.

• Two Sizes Available:

  • FS-24: 1/2" x 24" heated area (35" total tray length)

  • FS-48 120-volt and 240-volt: 1/2" x 48" heated area (59" total tray length)

• High Operating Temperature: Reaches up to 800ºF, making it ideal for heating material up to 1/2" thick.

• Ready to Use: Each unit includes a 120-volt or 240-volt pigtail—simply plug in and start bending.

• Optional Temperature Controls: Compatible with power control units if you prefer adjustable temperature regulation.

• Energy Efficient:

  • FS-24: 220 Watts / 1.8 Amps

  • FS-48 (120-volt): 430 Watts / 3.6 Amps

Ideal Applications:

• Fabrication shops producing acrylic display cases or machine guards

• Sign makers creating folded edge panels

• Industrial plastic fabricators working with polycarbonate and PETG

• DIY enthusiasts needing a reliable way to heat-bend plastic sheets

TAP Plastics’ Free Standing Straight Line Heaters are built to deliver consistent heat distribution, helping you achieve professional results every time you bend a panel. Whether you’re working on a large production run or a custom project, these heaters are an essential addition to any plastic fabrication setup.

Need help choosing the right size or learning how to use your bender effectively? Contact our experts or visit a TAP Plastics location to get advice on your application.

Note: Power Control AEC-15 cannot be used with a 240 volt Free Standing Heater. 

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