works well with external ac hot/cold piping? Will it work over existing ac pipe insulation?? Tx!
1024159
if you use it outdoors, it will have to be taped up to seal, it is not waterproof
203190
I haven't tried any heated products with it but I really don't think it would hold up. Try some plumbing fittings.
161405
The melting point for PVC pipe is about 176 degrees (F). The cable should not get that hot. Also it says "For metal and plastic water supply pipes" on the front of the package. Hope this helped.
1994285
This type of heater is normally used for a battery or oil pan, transmission pan etc. not really meant for pipes, if you need to keep pipes from freezing "heat tape" with a built in heat control, might want to check with electrician or plumber they both install this type unit.
552447
I would recommend that you engage a person with HVAC experience as there is a sheet metal work duct work likely to replace a section of existing filter holder and cold air return duct. The wiring may need an electrician (or HVAC guy) as the unit has to work in concert with your ac/furnace blower. You can do it yourself, if you are comfortable with both areas. Most people are not.
2001006
Unfortunately, your idea doesn't work as described on a 2-wire 220 circuit. That is, unless you use the bare ground as a neutral, and that isn't really too Kosher, although logically I don't know why. It would be nice to see what my submersible well pump, window mount A/C unit and air compressor are using.
1808702
It might help if you use very hot water. I don't think it is designed to push ice out of a pipe. However it works great when trying to move organic material.
606828
According to manufacturer's info on package, it can be used on PVC pipe. They recommend wrapping with insulation to hold in the heat, however in the case of PVC pipe, I would not seal it off at either end for fear that it would retain too much heat.
357613
If you are referring to pipe insulation like thick fiberglass than you should remove a 4" section which is small. If the insulation is thin like 1/4" than no, the unit will work fine without removing anything. The units are powerful and will project magnetic waves through all materials. Hope that helps.
80539
Yes I've used pipe insulation, it's called Tubolite it comes in different diameter for each size copper pipe you have, it's about 4 feet long and has a slit down the length so you can pop it over the pipe. Hope. You can get it in any homecenter. Good luck
606824
Hello John, yes, it will work on both metal and PVC pipes as well. I copied and pasted the information below about what the manufacture says about this heat tape: ***(From the Manufacturer UL and CSA approved electric pipe heating cable designed to prevent water line freeze up. Ready to install, grounded cord and plug, thermostat controlled, with pilot light. Recommended for use on metal and rigid plastic pipes. Exclusive Press-To-Test button test cable before installing! The built-in thermostat turns cable on at 38F. Reliable low wattage design uses up to 70% less energy than other cables and protects to -50F! )*** I hope this helps answer your question! :)
1598810
I am using it outside on a pole between buildings. We don't get down to zero, probably 30 with wind chill and so far no issues. The cable casing seems like it would be able to handle the cold. I felt it was a good quality cable housing.
1492718
All I did was wrap it around the pipe and double insulated it with M-D Building Products 2378 Foil Backed Pipe Wrap and M-D Building Products 4929 3-inches-by-25-Feet Fiberglass Pipe Wrap I bought here at the time I got this tape. I also used a Farm Innovators Cord Connect Water-Tight Cord Lock for the electrical extension and it's already been tested to -13 below 0 and it's worked without having to let the water trickle all night and no pipe freeze ups.
755884
I covered it with pipe insulation from Lowes - taped with electrical tape and works great - below 10 degrees did not freeze
1817899
Were I you, I would contact the manufacturer of the heat tape or the manufacturer of the pvc pipe. There is a new kind of anti freezing "tape " that is being recommended. It is a copper wire wrapped in some kind of insulator. I am only a consumer.
1643163
We put this in the piping in our motorhome. Sorry have no idea if it will work for you. Our pipes are plastic.Again sorry I have no answer for you.
1824049
I have used it externally and have seen others use it that way also--but that is not to say it was intended to be. Outside the insulation will eventually deteriorate and crack due to weather and sunshine but that will take a while. Best wishes!