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How hot does Thermon heat trace get?
Specifications
| Available watt densities | 10, 20, 30, 33, 39, 49, 66 W/m @10°C (3, 6, 9, 10, 12, 15, 20 W/ft @50°F) |
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| Max Intermittent Exposure Temperature Power-On or Off | (110-277 Vac) 250°C (482°F) (380-480 Vac) 204°C (400°F) |
| Max Continuous Exposure Temperature Power-Off | 204°C (400°F) |
How hot does self regulating heat cable get?
Standard-temperature self-regulating cable ranges up to 150°F.
Does self regulating heat trace need a thermostat?
Does self-regulating heat trace need a thermostat? Although it’s called “self-regulating,” the cable will not turn itself completely on or off. So, we do recommend that a controller or thermostat of some sort to be used with this type of heating wire.
Can self regulating heat trace touch itself?
Constant wattage heat trace and MI cable cannot cross or touch itself. When a constant wattage heat trace is crossed over itself, the heat only increases. When applying constant wattage heat cables to your pipes or other surfaces, ensure that they do not cross and are spaced sufficiently.
How long does heat cable last?
around 3-5 years
Most heat cable doesn’t even last long to begin with; the average life of heat cable seems to be around 3-5 years.
Are roof heating cables worth it?
In short, it isn’t worth it to take your roof heat cables down every year and then having them installed again every winter – especially when the average cost for roof heat cable installation in the US is $400-$700.
Can pipes freeze with heat tape?
Heat tape prevents pipes from freezing and bursting, which can save you from expensive repairs and damage to property.
Can you wrap heat tape with insulation?
Don’t cover heat tapes with insulation even if the tape manufacturer permits it. If you do add insulation, only use fiberglass or another non-flammable material. Do not use foam or vinyl insulation as they could catch fire easier. Do not wrap heat tape over itself even if some manufacturers allow it.
Can you wrap heat tape around a pipe?
Do not install heat tape over leaking pipes. Not only will a slow leak damage insulation, but it may also short out the heat tape.
Do roof heating cables use a lot of electricity?
A typical constant wattage cable might use 5 watts per foot no matter what the temperature is outside. So, if the cable is 100 feet long, it will use 500 watts per hour. Electricity is paid for in watts, not amps or volts.
Do you leave heat tape on all winter?
Turning the heat cables on at all will help prevent ice dams from forming. It’s also best to leave them on until a majority of the snow melts from your roof.
What is the difference between heat tape and heat cable?
Heat cable is somewhat stiff, but it’s pliable enough to wrap it around your pipes, and it does not shrink; Heat tape is extremely flexible and is well suited to conforming to very tight contours where high temperatures are needed, therefore it’s better for tight contours and oddly shaped pipes.
Can heat tape start a fire?
Sadly, heat tape has the potential to cause fires in homes and businesses. Many of these products consist only of non-regulating tape which plugs into a wall outlet. If the heat tape remains activated for long periods of time – especially if temperatures rise and/or the tape is well-insulated – it can spark a fire.
Should heat tape be warm to the touch?
If the Heat Cable Kit is installed correctly, the light in the plug will be on and the cable should be warm to the touch. You can also test the cable to know if it is working properly. Plug in the cable and wrap a bag of ice around the thermostat block and after 20 minutes, the cable should feel warm to the touch.
How long do heat cables last?
Why choose Thermon self-regulating cables for electric heat tracing?
Whether the application is a small project or a complete network of piping and equipment, designing an electric heat tracing system for complex piping is simplified by using Thermon self-regulating cables.
Why do Thermon FP cables have parallel resistance?
The parallel resistance configuration allows the cable to be cut to length and terminated in the field with easy-to-use Thermon supplied kits. FP cables provide consistent and reliable heat outputs regardless of circuit length.
What are self-regulating or power limiting heating cables?
*steam clean/ purge Note: Apart from the connections, some of these parallel electrical heating cables can be immersed into fluids. What are Self-Regulating or Power Limiting Heating Cables? Where resistance of the material increases as the operating temperature rises, a reduction of heating power occurs.
Can Thermon handle a heat tracing circuit?
Whether it’s a mechanical thermostat or a microprocessor-based control and monitoring system, Thermon can handle the need. Controlling a heat tracing circuit can be as simple as a mechanical thermostat.