How Thermal Mass Changes the Behavior of a Mica Heater
https://thin-heater-technology.dovetailscope.com/posts/semiconductor-heater-temperature-control-and-sensor-integration
In heated plates, a mica heater must deliver heat in a controlled way. It uses a resistive heating circuit supported and insulated by mica. One useful trait is high-temperature capability. Still, mechanical stress can change the result