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Extra Heavy-Duty Silicone Rubber Drum/Pail Heaters (DHCH/DPCH)
$217.00
SKU:DHCH10
BriskHeat DHCH and DPCH series extra heavy-duty silicone rubber drum and pail heaters provide a highly practical, efficient, and reliable means of freeze protection, viscosity control, and process temperature maintenance. Engineered for long-term survival in demanding environments, these rugged band heaters are uniquely constructed with three extra-thick layers of fiberglass-reinforced silicone rubber for maximum durability on industrial metal drums and pails. Featuring an integrated adjustable thermostat and a user-friendly, plug-and-play layout, these heaters significantly improve flow rates and reduce the viscosity of dense fluid contents for easy pumping and dispensing.
- Extended Service Life: Built with an extra-heavy-duty multi-layered construction that withstands rough handling and repeated installations across a wide variety of industrial settings.
- Environmental Protection: Inherent moisture and chemical resistance carries a certified IP54 ingress rating to shield the internal electrical components from splashes, dampness, and chemical exposure.
- Versatile Power Connectivity: Equipped with a generous 6 ft (1.8 m) long power cord, available with your choice of a standard molded plug or bare wire leads for direct conduit wiring.
- High-temperature Metal Drum Capability: Integrated mechanical dial thermostat adjusts up to 425°F (218°C) to provide maximum heat transfer for heavy-duty steel drum applications.
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Safe Poly-drum Heat Settings: thermostat options include models adjustable up to 160°F (71°C), engineered specifically to safely provide viscosity control on plastic/poly drums and pails without melting the container walls.
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Since 1949
Since 1949
Heater Width: 4 in (102 mm)
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: 75.0 oz/yd2 (2543 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.