SCHOTT NEXTREMA® Glass for Patio Heaters

SCHOTT NEXTREMA® glass is ideal for patio heaters due to its unique features, including its resistance to thermal shocks, high operating temperature, virtually zero thermal expansion, wide transmission spectrum, surface resistance, and gas impermeability. Here's why it's particularly suited for this application:

1. Resistance to thermal shocks: Patio heaters experience rapid temperature fluctuations, especially when turned on or off. NEXTREMA®'s ability to withstand thermal shocks up to 820°C ensures its durability under such conditions.
2. High operating temperature: Patio heaters generate intense heat. NEXTREMA® can operate at temperatures up to 950°C, ensuring reliable performance even in extremely hot environments.
3. Virtually zero thermal expansion: NEXTREMA®'s low thermal expansion means it retains its structural integrity against temperature fluctuations, thus minimizing the risk of cracking or deformation.
4. Wide transmission spectrum: For infrared patio heaters, it's crucial that the material used allows efficient transmission of infrared radiation. NEXTREMA® offers a wide transmission spectrum in the visible and infrared range, making it an optimal choice to maximize the energy efficiency of infrared heaters.
5. Surface resistance and gas impermeability: Patio heaters can be exposed to various outdoor elements. NEXTREMA®'s surface resistance and gas impermeability protect it against chemical damage, ensuring its longevity.

In summary, SCHOTT NEXTREMA® glass offers an exceptional combination of thermal resistance, durability, and efficient transmission of infrared radiation, making it the ideal choice for patio heaters as well as other industrial and domestic applications subjected to extreme thermal conditions.