Can you cut the mesh to warm a 40" x 6' area instead of a 20" x 12' area? How does that work with the wiring?
581890
Yes - We cut the mesh on our mat and curved the wire around like an S to continue the mat.
581891
Yep. You can cut the plastic mesh with a utility knife and "turn" the mat. Just don't cut the heating element (which is well protected). I've used a lot of these systems over 12 years in the remodeling business. This was a good system and an amazing value. You should have an electrician hook it into the homes' electrical system though - it requires it's own dedicated circuit.
960785
Sorry, I can not answer this question. I would contact a heating specialist.
1899160
This only comes with one set of wires (the smaller one is for grounding). Depending on your length required, you'd need to buy 2 sets to do what you are asking, unless you can cut them in half and install your own connectors w/heat shrink tubing.
641541
The lights can be cut where marked. It is marked by a white line every 2 or 3 inches. (I already mounted it so I don't remember the exact measurement.) It is much easier to connect multiple lines with the connectors, though if you would rather use wires and solder, the connectors are not required to make this work. I would suggest for the cost though, that you seriously consider using them. Especially in corners where you want to run multiple strips.
870836
I'm also using.035 wire with mine. You will need to run a bit hotter then what you chart calls for.
1035059
yes, but you can't exceed 80% on whatever size wire and breaker you have. For example if you have 10 gauge wire and a 30 amp breaker you can puta total of 24 amps on a single circuit. Realisticly the max thermostoat or relay is 22 amps for 10 gauge.The max for 20amp 12 guauge is 16 amps of heaters which is a tad over 3800 watts.4000 watts would be slightly over the max for a 12 guage 20 amp circuit.
1862131
Use 2 conductor #8 plus Ground. Make sure heater is under 50 ft from the circuit breaker
1866846
The 12 gauge wire is rated for 20 amps. Not sure about the plug. I have been using for tools up to 20 amps with no heat problems!
1510169
You would have to specify your dimensions and advise the location of your heat receptacle for that answer. That is a new machine.
2157443
If you have enough wire, just connect them in the junction box with the thermostat. You should really just try and find mat that is large enough for the area you need. DO NOT CUT THE WIRES IN THE MAT!
1458248
You can. Or if you'd like you could drill a small 3/16" hole through the side. The thermocouple wire is very small.
349066
If you go to a good electronics store they should sell a tool that sleeves the metal part of the connector once sleeved over the pin it pulls out of the plastic. Maybe Radio shack or Hi lights. You could also cut the wires and solder them back together. Putting "Heat Shrink Tubing" over the wires prior to soldering . Once soldered use a match to heaat the tubing and it will shrink around the wires thus insulating them. BE SURE TO REATTACH COLOR TO COLOR. I would also stagger the cuts to make the finished product not as bulky. Don't know if its worth the extra work just as ez to put in a matching wood filler Good luck If you go to a good electronics store they should sell a tool that sleeves the metal part of the connector once sleeved over the pin it pulls out of the plastic. Maybe Radio shack or Hi lights. You could also cut the wires and solder them back together. Putting "Heat Shrink Tubing" over the wires prior to soldering . Once soldered use a match to heaat the tubing and it will shrink around the wires thus insulating them. BE SURE TO REATTACH COLOR TO COLOR. I would also stagger the cuts to make the finished product not as bulky. Don't know if its worth the extra work just as ez to... » Read More If you go to a good electronics store they should sell a tool that sleeves the metal part of the connector once sleeved over the pin it pulls out of the plastic. Maybe Radio shack or Hi lights. You could also cut the wires and solder them back together. Putting "Heat Shrink Tubing" over the wires prior to soldering . Once soldered use a match to heaat the tubing and it will shrink around the wires thus insulating them. BE SURE TO REATTACH COLOR TO COLOR. I would also stagger the cuts to make the finished product not as bulky. Don't know if its worth the extra work just as ez to put in a matching wood filler Good luck « Show Less
813319
The heater has a pan which is I believe designed to fit between 16" center studs. I used the heater ( because of its measurements were very close) to replace an old heater built into a cement wall. I just used the old pan built in the cement wall and replaced the interior and cover. Wire size for 3000 watts at 240 volt would be minimum 14 gauge but 12 would be better. I didn't purchase any warranty.
1371676
Yes just be aware of what else maybe drawing off the circuit you are looking to add the heater to. Requests a dedicated circuit.
1269271
Yes...that's what I did. They give you about 5" of wire...just clip in the middle, and strip the insulation.
994533
The first two answers are the closest. I measured my 6 ft cable. Although the description above says "wrap around" the instructions say it "should not be wrapped or spiraled" and to tape it with electrical tape flat against the pipe at 6" intervals straight along the pipe. Including the thermostat section - which needs to be taped to the pipe - the heating element is 6' long. If you want to do an in-between size (say, 7 feet) the chart on the back says to buy a 6' and a 3' and overlap them on opposite sides of the pipe, but only if the pipe diameter is 1 - 1 1/2 inches. If the pipe diameter is less, the cable can be 2 feet shorter than the pipe. There is an additional 2 feet of plug-in cord. The first two answers are the closest. I measured my 6 ft cable. Although the description above says "wrap around" the instructions say it "should not be wrapped or spiraled" and to tape it with electrical tape flat against the pipe at 6" intervals straight along the pipe. Including the thermostat section - which needs to be taped to the pipe - the heating element is 6' long. If you want to do an in-between size (say, 7 feet) the chart on the back says to buy a 6' and a 3' and overlap them on opposite sides of the pipe, but only if the pipe diameter is 1 - 1 1/2... » Read More The first two answers are the closest. I measured my 6 ft cable. Although the description above says "wrap around" the instructions say it "should not be wrapped or spiraled" and to tape it with electrical tape flat against the pipe at 6" intervals straight along the pipe. Including the thermostat section - which needs to be taped to the pipe - the heating element is 6' long. If you want to do an in-between size (say, 7 feet) the chart on the back says to buy a 6' and a 3' and overlap them on opposite sides of the pipe, but only if the pipe diameter is 1 - 1 1/2 inches. If the pipe diameter is less, the cable can be 2 feet shorter than the pipe. There is an additional 2 feet of plug-in cord. « Show Less
2011698
Sorry, I don't know. My heater was installed under my bathroom sink, close to the floor. The electrician simply cut the 12" slot in the sink cabinet-kick panel. Works great and is not an eyesore. No issues.