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SLM Mid-Temperature Self-Regulating Heating Cable

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Product Highlights

Automatically adjusts heat output based on surface temperature

No temperature controller is necessary*

Can be safely overlapped and insulated

Ideal for freeze protection and low temperature process maintenance

* If a specific process temperature is required, a temperature controller is necessary.

Specifications

Maximum exposure temperature is 250°F (121°C)
5, 10, 15 watts/ft
Moisture, chemical, and flame resistant
16AWG bus wires
T-Rating: T3**

** Electrical equipment T-rating codes define the maximum surface temperature that equipment will reach. It is used in hazardous (classified) area applications.

Approvals

US LISTED
Ordinary Locations Hazardous (Classified) Locations Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D Class II, Division 2, Groups F, G Class III, Division 2	Ordinary Locations Hazardous (Classified) Locations Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C, D Class II, Division 2, Groups E, F, G	Ordinary Locations Hazardous (Classified) Locations Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C, D Class II and III, Division 2, Group G

Approvals valid only when used with appropriate heating cable
and installation accessories, and installed in accordance with all applicable instructions, codes, and regulations.

Outer Layer Options

Product Type	Description	Dimensions	Shipping weight per 500-foot (152m) spool	Purpose
SLM-B	Tinned Copper Metal Braid	0.15" x 0.40" (4mm x 10mm)	40 lb. (18kg)	Ordinary applications
SLM-BF	Tinned Copper Metal Braid with Fluoropolymer Overjacket	0.20" x 0.40" (5mm x 10mm)	48 lb. (22kg)	For use in strong chemical environments (i.e. strong acids)

Maximum Circuit Length in Ft vs. Circuit Breaker Size

Heat Cable Type	Circuit Breaker Size	Maximum Length (ft)
Heat Cable Type	Circuit Breaker Size	120VAC	120VAC
SLM-5	15 amp 20 amp 30 amp	185 245 310	385 500 620
SLM-10	15 amp 20 amp 30 amp	115 150 190	225 300 375
SLM-15	15 amp 20 amp 30 amp	80 110 135	160 215 270

Note:
- Special consideration must be given for the circuit breaker due to the high initial in-rush currents.
- Maximum lengths are based on start-up temperatures between -20°F to 50°F (-29°C to 10°C)

Voltage Adjustment

Adjustment Multiplier
Product Type	208 VAC		220 VAC		277 VAC
Product Type	Power	Length	Power	Length	Power	Length
SLM-5-240 SLM-10-240 SLM-15-240	0.76 0.80 0.83	0.93 0.93 0.93	0.85 0.88 0.89	0.96 0.96 0.96	1.29 1.23 1.19	1.07 1.07 1.02

SLM Mid-Temperature Self Regulating Heating Cable Specification Sheet

Ordering Information

Part Number Matrix

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Connection / Termination Kits

Part Number	Kit	Enough to Complete
SLUC-1	Universal Connection Kit	Two end terminations and one input connection, or one input power splice. Good for any heating cable smaller than 0.44" (11mm) diameter. Note: Requires a junction box.
SLSK-5	In-Line Splice/Tee Splice Kit	Five in-line splices or Five tee splices.
SLET-2	End Seal Kit	Two end terminations.
SLPT-2	Power End Termination Kit	Two power terminations.
MLK	End of Circuit Light Kit	Provides a LED end of circuit indication for SL and SLM heating cables.
SLJB-2	Junction Box	Non-Metalic junction box, 5" x 5" x 2" (127mm x 127mm x 51mm), NEMA 4X. Recommended for SLRPC-1 and SLUC-1.

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Accessories

Adhesive Tape

Helps to isolate the cable from the insulation and provides intimate contact with surface to be heated.

Part Number	Description
PSAT36	Pressure Sensitive Fiberglass Adhesive Tape 0.5" x 108' (13mm x 38m) Temperature limit: 350°F (176°C)
AAT260 AAT2180	Aluminum Adhesive Tape 2" x 180' (51mm x 55m) / Temperature limit: 350°F (176°C) 2" x 180' (51mm x 55m) / Temperature limit: 550°F (288°C)