Can I cut this to a shorter length?
1676163
Don't think so. The tip at the end completes the electrical circuit so if you cut it off, it won't heat. If you just connect the wires, or try to re-splice the tip, it could short out and blow your circuit breaker, or cause a fire. The one I bought was a little too long so after I completed the first winds around the pipe, I wrapped the whole thing with insulation and then wound the extra length of heat tape around the outside of the insulation so that the heat tape did not overlap and contact itself, as the instructions specify.
1676164
I would not advise cutting this. There are several lengths available. You shouldn't need to cut it - it wraps around the pipe.
1676165
This is in the realm of "all things are possible given infinite time and financial resources" . . .Although I have not gone out to my well house to check my heat tape, my impression is that cutting to a sorter length would require some sort of electrical patch on the cut . . .how are you at soldering? Although I do not know the application you are planning for . . .would it be possible to wind the heat tape tighter (more winds per foot) to take up the excess? Again . . I have not re-read nor can I recall the installation instructions which might have something to say about how close the winds are. Hope this helps. This is in the realm of "all things are possible given infinite time and financial resources" . . .Although I have not gone out to my well house to check my heat tape, my impression is that cutting to a sorter length would require some sort of electrical patch on the cut . . .how are you at soldering? Although I do not know the application you are planning for . . .would it be possible to wind the heat tape tighter (more winds per foot) to take up the excess? Again . . I have not re-read nor can I recall the installation instructions which might have something to say about how... » Read More This is in the realm of "all things are possible given infinite time and financial resources" . . .Although I have not gone out to my well house to check my heat tape, my impression is that cutting to a sorter length would require some sort of electrical patch on the cut . . .how are you at soldering? Although I do not know the application you are planning for . . .would it be possible to wind the heat tape tighter (more winds per foot) to take up the excess? Again . . I have not re-read nor can I recall the installation instructions which might have something to say about how close the winds are. Hope this helps. « Show Less
1676166
no,there is wiring that runs through the heating cable and if you cut it,it will short out.
1676167
This is in the realm of "all things are possible given infinite time and financial resources" . . .Although I have not gone out to my well house to check my heat tape, my impression is that cutting to a sorter length would require some sort of electrical patch on the cut . . .how are you at soldering? Although I do not know the application you are planning for . . .would it be possible to wind the heat tape tighter (more winds per foot) to take up the excess? Again . . I have not re-read nor can I recall the installation instructions which might have something to say about how close the winds are. Hope this helps.
1676168
The instructions say "Never alter this heating cable in any way. If made shorter, it will overheat."
1676169
No, it needs to be a complete unit you might try tighter wraps around the pipe to make up for the extra length. I bought 3 foot one from a local mobile home for use on my home and I'm using the longer one on the barn.
1631561
Yes, you can cut it to whatever size you want actually--I left a review about how that was done. I have mine mounted in where a lazy suzan would normally be.
165653
Yes you could shorten the legs by cutting a few inches off either top or bottom.
1273045
Hi! It's very easy to make a different length, quickly and easy. it has clips near bar to adjust the length.
2013747
Yes, it can be cut to any length. The black strips are what give off the heat so cut between them
2030984
I'm sure you can, but you only have about 2-3 inches you can shorten it by. I actually had a similar fan that I cut the rod down.
1244706
No wories, it will be longer than that so you can cut/trim it to your desired length. Mine was cut to 8 inches.
1258901
I didn't have to shorten it, but the directions from the manufacturer says it can be cut. I would think an electric saw would work.
351182
Yes you can cut these to any length. They have lines on the strip to show you where you can cut them. Once you cut them you can't add a strip, because the cut end won't have a connector on it. Each strip has a connector on each end. I hope this helps.
1532587
Unfortunately, mine is at my vacation house, so I can't check it in person. I haven't had it that long (only used once so far) but I don't believe it can be shortened. Hopefully someone else will respond who can tell you definitively.
1903440
Yes b/c it so long. I bought this for my friend and she had to cut it to make it a little shorter
73374
I imagine if you do the math right, there would be no reason why you couldn't shorten it. The only hardware is the corner pieces (right angles). Just remember that you also need to shorten the boards in the center that form the "u" shape.
1067791
Yes you can cut anything including this cable to any length you wish. However, you will need to terminate the "cut-end" yourself, if that is what you need.
2102386
You probably could take a hacksaw and cut off about 6" below where the tubes are seamed together. Or just have a metal fabricator make you one showing the picture.
1903314
its just fabric, so I guess you could cut it to the length that works for you..
681576
Yes, the bar can be shortened. A tubing cutter or a careful cut with a hacksaw will reduce the bar length to your needs. The bar simply slides into the wall mounted supports so measure carefully and cut as needed.
2189181
No, but it is long so if you wanted to make it shorter you could put a knot in it.