Harsh Environment Constant-Wattage Heating Cable (KE)
Constant Wattage Heating Cable provides a precise and constant temperature output regardless of ambient and/or surface temperature. This heating cable is ideal for a wide range of high temperature applications in harsh corrosive environments up to 500F (260C)
- 4 W/ft (13 W/m)
- 120V
Since 1949
Additional Features:
- Ideal heating cable for long run applications
- Easily installed around most piping and equipment
- Power remains constant regardless of temperature
- Moisture, chemical, flame, and radiation resistant
Ideal for a Wide Range of Applications in Corrosive Environments:
- Freeze protection
- Viscosity Control
- High temperature process control
- Asphalt plants
- Oil Refineries
- Mines
- Chemical and petrochemical processing areas
- Severe arctic cold
- Other explosive and corrosive atmospheres
Exposure Temperature Range: -22°F to 500°F (-30°C to 260°C)
Minimum Bend Radius: 1.0 in (25 mm)
Bus Wire Gauge: 12 AWG
Dimensions: 0.2 in x 0.3 in (5 mm x 8 mm)
Weight: 41 lb. (19 kg) per 500-foot (152 m)
FM Approved for Ordinary Locations
FM Approved for Hazardous Locations:
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- Class I Division 2 Groups B, C, D
- Class II Division 2 Groups F, G
- Class III Division 2
Approval valid only when used with appropriate heating cable and installation accessories, and installed in accordance with all applicable instructions, codes, and regulations.
Maximum Circuit Length in ft (m)
12 watts/ft (39 watts/m)
| Cable Type | 120 VAC | 208 VAC | 240 VAC | 277 VAC | 480 VAC |
| 4 watts/ft (13 watts/m) | 480 (146) | 830 (253) | 960 (293) | 1110 (338) | 1920 (585) |
| 8 watts/ft (26 watts/m) | 240 (73) | 415 (127) | 480 (146) | 555 (169) | 960 (293) |
| 160 (49) | 277 (85) | 320 (98) | 370 (113) | 640 (195) |
Circuit Module Length in ft (m)
| Cable Type | 120 VAC | 208 VAC | 240 VAC | 277 VAC | 480 VAC |
| 4 watts/ft (13 watts/m) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 8 (2.4) |
| 8 watts/ft (26 watts/m) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 6 (1.8) |
| 12 watts/ft (39 watts/m) | 2 (0.6) | 6 (1.8) | 4 (1.2) | 4 (1.2) | 6 (1.8) |
*When ordering, please allow a minimum of 1 module length extra for terminations
Do I need a temperature controller with Constant Wattage Heating Tape?
Yes - BriskHeat Constant Wattage Cable should be used with an appropriate temperature controller.
What is the maximum bending radius of constant wattage cable?
The maximum bend radius for our constant wattage cable is 1” (25 mm).
How do I terminate Constant Wattage Heating Cable?
BriskHeat offers kits that include the required termination products.
How does Constant Wattage Work?