A length with a denotes that the power delivered by the cable is more than enough to bring the pipe to your chosen setpoint.
Heat trace cable maximum length.
When using heat trace on plastic pipes ensure that the cable does not exceed 12 watts per metre and is fitted with earth protection.
This aht cable is cut to length in the field and offers a flexible aluminum jacketed design.
Maintenance temperature t m.
If this length exceeds the maximum circuit length of the cable multiple runs will be needed.
Collect the following data for each pipe for tank applications go to page 6.
Electric trace heating began in the 1930s but initially no dedicated equipment was available.
The mi cable is made to order and cannot be cut to length in the field.
Mineral insulated resistance heating cable was introduced in the 1950s and parallel type heating cables that could be cut to length in the field became.
Bartec the premier heat trace manufacturer in europe who is now entering the us market also offers a medium temperature aht cable that is capable of reaching 797f.
Pvc cables and pvc fixing tape must not be used on pvc pipes.
Then fol low the steps below to determine the heat loss.
Sum the amount of cable needed for each type of roof feature to determine the total cable length.
150 f 65 c max intermittent exposure.
Do i have to allow extra heat for pumps and valves.
Minimum ambient temperature ta.
Monitor wire braid and jacket maximum maintenance temperature.
Mineral insulated cables ran at high current densities to produce heat and control equipment was adapted from other applications.
Click on a cell in the bottom row of the table above to choose a style of cable.
Can i use heat trace on plastic pipes.
Srhc lt 3w 120v w monitor wire braid an d jacketself regulating heater cable wattage.
The heat trace tape should be used in conjunction with a thermostat.
