We serve various segments of the automotive industry

Mirror heaters: With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Backer is one of the largest suppliers of rear view mirror heaters in the automotive industry and we therefore have a vast knowledge of the demands in the transportation business.

Side view mirrors: Our highest demand heater is an etched foil heater in side view mirrors used to melt ice and snow and prevent condensation. Side view mirror heaters are applied to the back of the driver and passenger side view mirrors to provide all-season visibility safety.

Customized heaters for every specific rear-view mirror.

Customized flexible heaters

Flexible, lightweight, and space-efficient

Flexible heaters offer numerous advantages beyond their flexibility. These include the capability to integrate multiple circuits or voltages within a single element and the ease of incorporating sensors.

Foil elements are a space-saving, efficient alternative for applications requiring precise heat and exact temperature maintenance. They are available in various materials, including polyimide, polyester, silicone, PTC, and mica.

PRODUCT TECHNOLOGIES

Typical applications

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Rear-view mirror heater

We provide constant wattage and PTC heaters for specific rear-view mirrors, meeting most car manufacturers' specifications. Our heaters offer high and low power options based on the maximum permitted glass temperature.

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Engine heater

Engine pre-heating ensures easy starts, faster cabin heating, fuel savings, lower emissions, quicker warm-ups, and extended battery life. Our customizable heaters suit cars, trucks, tractors, buses, and motorhomes.

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Battery & Cabin heaters

Heaters for electric/hybrid commercial vehicles

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Camera heaters

We offer various heaters for front-view cameras, wrap-around lenses, radar, and lidar, ensuring a clear field of view. These heaters, which include heat transfer through glass, are commonly used for lane assist, collision warning, and maintaining vehicle distance.

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