My dishwasher heater element is melting the tub. Will this stick to the plastic tub to protect from melting under the element? Is it waterproof?
1837030
Probably not. I doubt this product is designed to be submerged in 160 degree water repeatedly. I'd e afraid it would come apart On a different note,The element should not warp the tub possibly something bent the element and it is closer to the tub the it should be. Look at that. If not, replace the dishwasher. Low end washers are not expensive (check the big box home improvement stores) and they are easy to install.
1837031
It is designed yo protect plastics and such from heat..However, not for inside the dishwasher for is not waterproof. .
1837032
I have used this tape in an automotive application. The adhesive is very sticky. My opinion would be that gravity would hold the tape in position and any water creeping between the tape would dry during a heat cycle before it could loosen the adhesive. Applied over properly prepped plastic, it wouldn't let any water in between anyway. My only problem was the aluminum separating from the adhesive-imbedded fiberglass.
1111459
I have used this for over a year now. to be honest, never actually put it into a dish washer. I just rinse it out and refill it. I would ask the vendor if you can. I can tell you it is plastic so it may not be suitable for the high temperatures of a dishwasher. Other than that, it works really well and does not spill.
2212896
My proofer never gets that hot. I do agree with others that your unit is defective. I have mine, (when in use) on a roll around "school" cart. No problems with over heating that kind of composite plastic. I also have used it on tile table top. Of course it would not hurt that at all.
697169
It should work. The heater would be my only concern because there would be no place to attach it so it would not melt the tub.
169789
I'm no expert, but I think it would melt if it were close to the heat source, such as on a wall heater. It is made of very thin plastic. I wouldn't risk it.
761720
The heat plate obviously is not because of the electrical components. The rest of the pieces I have put in the dishwasher. The plastic lids I have only done on the top rack, the rest goes on the bottom.
1342144
I have no idea. It is plastic and should be safe but why do you want to put it in a dishwasher anyway?
174785
Wow!! Melted?? If this plastic melted then I doubt the person was even able to get into the water themselves. I just can't imagine a tub of bath water hot enough to melt this, so no I haven't experienced this.
716072
Sorry, but I can't honestly answer this question. Our hot tub is on our three season porch, so it's inside. The towel warmer is also on said porch. So, it's not exposed to the elements. It's great though. We use it all winter!
1992412
I don't know because we used it on a porcelain covered steel tub. However, the walls were a composite fiberglass sheeting and so far it is sticking to both very well. Even if it gives me 3 years its worth it -- for so little cost I would replace it in a minute. If you are going to install it, wash down the area with a liquid cleaner, then wipe it with alcohol. It needs to be absolutely clean for the product to stick.
1073427
I've cleaned it in the dishwasher several times without any problem. I make sure to put it on the top rack. My dishwasher (a Bosch, which I *love*) doesn't have a heating element on the bottom so I don't have to worry about it falling and melting.....but with a regular dishwasher that would be a real possibility. I put it on the top rack because it's more likely to stay in place, there.
1142635
My daughter fixed a shelf in her dishwasher and it adhered through washing cycles. It is plastic. Make sure you let it set for 24 hours. I have used It for other fixes and it is amazing.
1962857
I can't assure the safety of your plastic bath if heater is left plugged in on a warm day with no water in the bath. However, based on heaters behavior in a metal bath with water, the water will provide a sufficient heat sink to prevent any burning. This heater does not put out enough heat to boil water, and I suspect your plastic bird bath would require at least that much heat.
278940
Same as any other. I soak ours. I have not seen any layering or peeling. Yes dish washer safe.
1157389
NO - this is permanent, it adheres very well, no water can get underneath and that is why I purchased it. The tenants had scrubbed the bath so much it was rusting. I could bleach the rust, but it would come back in about 3 or 4 showers and current tenant complained. This adhered firmly to the bottom of the tub and all washing / scrubbing will not remove it. It is great for a PERMANENT repair.
1818644
I only use a ceramic mugs. The heating element gets pretty hot, so I personally would not use a plastic container. I don't know what the ramifications are of having a metal heating element come in contact with a metal container, but there is the possibility of the metal getting hot and causing the housing to heat up, thus causing damage. I would stick to using a container that does not melt or conduct electricity. I hope my ramblings help. Be safe!
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.