FabRocTM Technology
The FabRocTM technology that is behind exo2 heated clothing
centers around a unique polymer based element that heats up when low voltage is
passed through it.
It can be powered by rechargeable batteries, the accessory
socket of a car or motorcycle or even regular household current. By regulating
the voltage the heating element can be made to heat up to a pre-defined level,
creating a uniform area of heat with no hot spots. Uniform distribution and
dissipation of heat allows the heating element to be located in close proximity
of the area to be heated to maximize heating and minimize heating response
time.
The polymer which is at the heart of the heating component
is loaded with conductive particles which enhance its conductivity properties
and results in the element exhibiting a Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC)
when heated.
PTC means that as the temperature of the polymer material
increases its electrical resistance also increases in a non-linear fashion.
Once the material reaches the desired temperature, it self regulates by drawing
very little electrical current until it cools off. exo2 heated clothing is
available with an optional universal controller which allows the user to select
temperature settings.
How do the heating components work?
When FabRocTM is at room temperature the polymer has many conductive
"chains" which exist in the material. When a low voltage is applied
the electric current flows through the material which causes it to heat up. The
material expands as it gets hotter, causing the conductive particles to move
apart from each other. The resistance of the material increases and it conducts
less current, thereby regulating the temperature.
Key Features of FabRocTM
Virtually indestructible. The rubber-like structure of FabRocTM
makes it flexible enough to be configured into almost any shape. This quality
makes it ideal for heated clothing and also makes it suitable for a broad range
of other applications.
Unlike wire-based systems, FabRocTM continues to operate even
if it is slit or torn. There is no possibility of a short circuit.
FabRocTM operates on a low voltage which means that it can be
powered by rechargeable batteries. Lithium-Ion battery packs are light-weight (no
heavier than a modern mobile phone) which makes them the ideal power source for
heated clothing.
FabRocTM is:
- Intrinsically
safe. Due to the positive temperature coefficient properties (PTC) of FabRocTM it is impossible to overheat.
- Inert. FabRocTM is resistant to most chemicals making it ideal for use in extreme
environments.
- Energy
Efficient. FabRocTM converts over 98% of electrical energy into heat.
- Competitively
priced.
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