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Heavy-Duty Silicone Rubber Drum/Pail Heaters (DHCS/DPCS)
$169.00
SKU:DHCS10A
BriskHeat DHCS and DPCS Series Heavy-Duty Silicone Rubber Drum and Pail Heaters deliver a highly efficient, practical surface heating solution designed to prevent freezing, optimize viscosity, and maintain materials at elevated process temperatures. Engineered with two extra-thick layers of fiberglass-reinforced silicone rubber, these rugged band heaters wrap tightly around industrial containers to ensure maximum thermal transfer. By delivering uniform heat across the surface, they restore fluid flow, eliminate product waste, and keep process fluids moving smoothly.
- Container-Specific Thermal Designs: Choose the DHCS Series engineered specifically for high-efficiency heat transfer on metal drums and pails, or the DPCS Series calibrated for safe, uniform heating on plastic and non-metal containers.
- Precision Built-In Temperature Control: Features an integrated, easy-to-use adjustable thermostat dial for direct, reliable thermal management - available in ranges up to 160°F (71°C) for plastic drums or 425°F (218°C) for metal drums.
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Since 1949
Since 1949
Heater Width: 4 in (102 mm)
Adjustable Thermostat Range:
- DHCS Series: Up to 425°F (218°C) for Metal Drums
- DPCS Series: Up to 160°F (71°C) for Plastic Drums
Voltage Options: 120 or 240 VAC
Exposure Temperature: -60°F to 450°F (-51°C to 232°C)
Dielectric Strength: Over 2000 volts
Attachment Type: Expandable spring closure — expands up to 3 in (76 mm)
Silicone Rubber Density: 46.0 oz/yd2 (1560 g/m2)
Power Cord: 6 ft (1.8 m) long with choice of plug:
- Standard 120 VAC: 3-prong grounded plug (NEMA 5-15P)
- CSA/cURus approved 120 & 240 VAC: bare wire leads
IP Rating: IP54
Approvals:
Standard Designs: 240 VAC Models with bare wire leads
CSA & cURus Approved Designs: denoted with ‘A’ at end of part number
CSA & cURus Approved Designs: up to 392°F (200°C)
Denoted with “A” at end of part number
CSA & cURus Approved Designs: denoted with ‘A’ at end of part number
Standard Designs: 240 VAC Models with bare wire leadsCSA & cURus Approved Designs: denoted with ‘A’ at end of part number
CSA & cURus Approved Designs: up to 392°F (200°C)Denoted with “A” at end of part number
CSA & cURus Approved Designs: denoted with ‘A’ at end of part number
Viscosity control
Freeze protection
Temperature maintenance
Melting of solids
Heat-up drum contents to a required temperature
Thermal mixing
Catalog/Specifications Sheet
Instruction Manuals
Q: What types of container heaters are available?
A: Common container heater types include:
- Full coverage drum heaters
- Full-coverage IBC tote tank heaters
- Pail heaters
- Silicone drum and pail heaters
Q: What are container heaters used for?
A: Container heaters are commonly used to:
- Viscosity control
- Maintain process temperatures
- Protect temperature-sensitive products during storage
Q: How do container heaters improve viscosity control?
A: Heating materials to their recommended temperatures can lower viscosity, making liquids easier to pump, mix, transfer, and dispense while improving process efficiency.
Q: Can container heaters be used for hazardous locations?
A: Our ATEX Drum, Tote, and Gas Cylinder container heaters are designed and certified for hazardous locations. It is always important to verify approvals and certifications before installation in hazardous environments.
Q: Can container heaters prevent materials from freezing?
A: Yes. Container heaters are commonly used to maintain temperatures above freezing, helping protect materials from solidification, crystallization, or freeze damage during storage and use.
Q: How do I properly store my drum & tote heater?
A: We suggest that you lay your drum heater on a flat surface when not in use.
Q: What lengths and widths do tote tank heaters fit?
A: Any footprint between 40” x 40” (1016mm x 1016mm) and 48” x 48” (1219mm x 1219mm).
Q: Are there safety features for tote tank heaters like high-limit thermostats?
A: Yes, the wrap-arounds have built-in 195°F (91°C) manual reset high-limit thermostats and are grounded.
Q: Do cylinder warmers have adjustable built-in controllers?
A: No, the heaters are designed to keep the cylinders warm and temperatures will vary depending on environmental conditions. GCW and HCW heaters are built with self-regulating heat trace meaning they automatically adjust temperature depending on application and ambient conditions.
Q: Are cylinder warmers plug-and-play?
A: The 120V GCW models include a plug, but other models have ferrule-crimped leads.