Product Name
Leister 100.702 120v Replacement Heating Element (Type 33) for TRIAC S
Brief Description
This product is a genuine Leister 100.702 replacement heating element, specifically Type 33, designed for the Leister TRIAC S hot air welding tool. It is rated for 120V and 1600W (though some sources may list 1550W). This essential component is responsible for generating the hot air required by the TRIAC S for various professional applications, including plastic welding, shrinking, and molding. It is also compatible with Leister DIODE S and BAK RiOn handheld hot-air heat welding guns.
Popular Applications & Uses
The heating element enables the Leister TRIAC S tool to perform a wide array of tasks across different industries:- Plastic welding of sheets, pipes, profiles, tanks, and containers.- Welding of thermoplastic membranes such as PVC, TPO, and EPDM for roofing, flooring, and civil engineering applications.- Shrinking heat-shrinkable sleeves, tubes, connectors, and packaging for electrical components.- Molding and shaping various thermoplastics.- Soldering copper tubing, electrical connectors, and metal foils.- Heat sealing of single-ply flexible plastics, lining membranes, coated materials, films, foams, and sheets.- Drying moist surfaces.- Activating or dissolving solvent-free and hot-melt adhesives.- Defrosting frozen water lines.- Igniting materials like wood chips, paper, coal, or straw in furnaces.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Construction/ Building Services (e.g., roofing membrane welding, foundation waterproofing, civil engineering, tunneling, landfills)- Plastic Fabrication (e.g., welding plastic sheets, shaping and fusing pipes, tanks, containers)- Flooring Installer or Manufacturer (e.g., welding flooring materials, floor laying)- Tarp, Fabric, Awning Manufacturing (e.g., welding advertising banners, inflatable plastic fabrics, coated fabrics, tarpaulins)- Automotive Service/Repair (e.g., repairing plastic car parts like bumpers and dashboards)- Electrical Services or Products (e.g., cable shrinking, shrinking tubes, electrical interconnection devices, soldering)- Marine (e.g., boat construction and repair)- Pool/Spa/Plumbing (e.g., welding pipes, pond liners)- General Manufacturing (for various heating, shrinking, and molding tasks)- Distributers & Resellers (as a replacement part for professional tools)
Special and Unique Features
- It is a genuine Leister part, ensuring optimal compatibility and performance with the Leister TRIAC S hot air tool.- This element is a critical component for the reliable generation of hot air, which is fundamental to the functionality of the TRIAC S tool.- Designed for professional-grade hot air tools, known for their robustness, durability, and Swiss-made quality.- Enables the TRIAC S to produce high temperatures, typically up to 1290°F (700°C), necessary for demanding industrial applications.
Key Properties
- Voltage: 120V- Power: 1600W (some listings specify 1550W)- Type: 33- Material: Features high-temperature ceramic firing, providing thermal shock resistance and high strength.- Function: Heats the airflow within the hot air tool for welding, shrinking, molding, and other thermal processes.- Durability: Designed for a long service life, contributing to the overall reliability of the hot air tool.
Surface Compatibility
The heating element itself does not directly contact surfaces. However, the hot air it generates is compatible with a broad range of materials for processing, including:- Various thermoplastics, such as PVC, TPO, EPDM, PP, and PE.- Thermoplastic elastomer and bitumen plates.- Plastic membranes used in roofing, geomembranes, and pond liners.- Coated fabrics, foils, foams, tiles, and various layers.- Copper tubing and metal foils for soldering applications.- Solvent-free and hot-melt adhesives for activation or dissolution.
Known backups / known substitutes
- Other Leister heating elements designed for different models, such as the Leister 142.718 for the TRIAC ST/AT or the Leister 103.607 for the Hot Jet S.- Compatible heating elements for BAK RiOn handheld hot-air heat welding tools, as the 100.702 is cross-compatible.- While not a direct substitute for the element itself, the Leister TRIAC ST is the modern successor to the TRIAC S tool, offering updated features and performance, though it uses a different heating element.
Comparison Note
This Leister 100.702 heating element is specifically engineered for the legacy Leister TRIAC S and DIODE S hot air tools, ensuring perfect fit and function for these models. Its successor, the Leister TRIAC ST, represents the next generation of Leister's hot air tools, featuring advancements in ergonomics, engine design, and sometimes digital controls. However, the TRIAC ST utilizes a different heating element (e.g., 142.718). The 100.702 element is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity and extending the lifespan of existing TRIAC S and DIODE S units, allowing users to continue benefiting from their reliable performance in various professional applications.
