Platen Heating Insulator

In short: The Platen Heating Insulator from MicroTec USA is a heat press accessory that installs on the heated platen to speed up warm-up and reduce heat loss while the press sits idle between jobs. Sold by Roman Empire Print Supplies, it comes in 15" x 15" ($59.00), 16" x 20" ($79.00) and 16" x 24" ($99.00) sizes, making it a practical add-on for small shops and custom-order businesses that do not run continuous production.

Faster Heat-Up. Better Heat Retention. Smarter Energy Use.

The Platen Heating Insulator is designed to improve heat efficiency for shops that need their press to be ready without running in continuous production.

Installed on the heated platen, it helps speed up warm-up time by reducing unnecessary heat loss during heating. During pauses between jobs, it can be placed on the platen to help retain heat, keeping the machine closer to working temperature and ready for the next transfer.

This makes it especially valuable for small shops, custom-order businesses, and intermittent production environments where presses may sit idle between jobs but still need to be available for immediate use. By reducing standby heat loss and improving heat efficiency, the Platen Heating Insulator helps support long-term energy savings and a more efficient workflow.

Key Benefits
Helps speed up platen warm-up
Reduces heat loss during idle time
Keeps the press closer to working temperature
Ideal for small shops and non-continuous production
Helps reduce unnecessary power consumption over time
Supports a faster, more efficient workflow

Available for 15" x 15", 16" x 20" and 16" x 24" platens.

Note:

Machine shown in the photo is not included

Quick answers

What does the Platen Heating Insulator actually do?

Installed on the heated platen, it helps speed up warm-up time by reducing unnecessary heat loss during heating. During pauses between jobs it can be placed on the platen to help retain heat and keep the press closer to working temperature.

What sizes are available and how much do they cost?

It is available for 15" x 15" platens at $59.00, 16" x 20" platens at $79.00, and 16" x 24" platens at $99.00. Choose the size that matches your platen.

Is a heat press included with the insulator?

No. The machine shown in the product photo is not included; you are purchasing the Platen Heating Insulator only.

Who is this accessory best suited for?

It is aimed at small shops, custom-order businesses, and intermittent production environments where the press may sit idle between jobs but still needs to be available for immediate use.

Does this product ship free?

No. Shipping, when it applies, is calculated at checkout.

Can it help with energy use?

By reducing standby heat loss and improving heat efficiency, it helps reduce unnecessary power consumption over time and supports a more efficient workflow.

Who can I contact if I am not sure which size I need?

Contact Roman Empire Print Supplies Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm Mountain time. Text or call 406-402-7912, or email support@romanempireprinting.com. The team runs its own DTF and UV DTF production in Great Falls, Montana and Santaquin, Utah, so they press daily and can help you pick the right fit.