Contact Us After Hours

Loading contact options...

Sign In

Loading...
PRO-Tect DIY Heating Cable for Pipes, Constant Wattage (7W/ft), 120V Support

PRO-Tect DIY Heating Cable for Pipes, Constant Wattage (7W/ft), 120V Support

This support page provides publications, manuals, videos, support articles, and common support questions for the PRO-Tect DIY Heating Cable for Pipes, Constant Wattage (7W/ft), 120V product line.

Create a new Support Request Shop Now

Support Questions

Showing 10 of 15 questions

No, as long as it's properly installed. However, improper installation, use, and/or maintenance of electrical heating cable can cause fires, electric shock, and/ or frozen pipes.

6 people found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

Yes, it can be used for both application types to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting during cold weather.

6 people found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

Heat trace, heat tape, or heating cable for pipes is typically an electric heating cable that can be attached to the pipe which helps keep non-flowing water pipes in poorly insulated perimeter walls flowing despite harsh winter temperatures.

4 people found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

Unfortunately there's no set answer for this because it depends on many factors such as the diameter of the pipes, the installation density of the heating cables, the outdoor temperature, the installation of thermal insulation sleeves, etc.

There are too many variables to provide an accurate answer. Even though this product is designed to keep pipes from freezing, it is not designed to thaw pipes. If your pipe has frozen with the heat tape installed and energized, please check the placement of the built-in thermostat and verify that the insulation has been properly installed and waterproofed.

3 people found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

By attaching a heating cable to the exterior of a pipe, it will transfer the heat to the pipe to prevent frozen pipes. And with the use of pipe insulation the heat will be evenly spread and won't dissipate as quickly.

3 people found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

The highest surface temperature of the heating cable for pipes can be between 70°F and 80°F.

3 people found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

No, heating cable for pipes will use a relatively low amount of power—anywhere from 21W to 210W (depending on length).

1 person found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

While the entire product is warrantied for 2 years, it is equipped with a built-in thermostat that has a service life of approximately 100,000 activations. The service life of the constant wattage heating cable itself is 20 years.

1 person found this helpful Was this helpful? Yes No

No. Do not run constant wattage heating cable through walls, ceilings, or floors. The constant wattage cable must be installed 1/2“ away from combustible material.

Was this helpful? Yes No

Only use on water pipes with a length greater than 3‘. Maximum pipe diameter of 1.5“. Never use a cable that is longer than the pipe. Never install constant wattage pipe heat on plastic/PVC/PEX piping unless it is filled with water at all times. Never install on pipes heated above 149°F/65°C such as steam lines.

Was this helpful? Yes No

Heating cable may remain on the pipe year round, but WarmlyYours recommends turning off or disconnecting the power when air temperatures remain above 50°F/10°C. Always inspect the heating cable and its power connection at the beginning of the heating season.

Was this helpful? Yes No

No.  It is not listed for this application, and it is not warrantied for use in direct burial or wet applications.

Was this helpful? Yes No

Constant wattage cable cannot be used on plastic pipe unless it is filled with water at all times. Never spiral or wrap heating cable around pipes. Keep the heating cable straight along the pipe. In order to obtain even heat distribution, WarmlyYours recommends wrapping plastic pipe with aluminum foil before applying the heating cable. Never use more than ½“ of fiberglass or other non-flammable pipe insulation because this can cause the cable to overheat and cause a serious fire hazard or electrical shock.

Was this helpful? Yes No

Use good quality electrical tape with a minimum 176°F/80°C temperature rating at 5.9“ (15cm) intervals. Never use metal binding to secure heating cable to pipe.

Was this helpful? Yes No

Ice Shield is 120V and outputs 5W/ft, and is designed for roof and gutter deicing applications.
PRO-Tect is 120V and outputs 7W/ft, and is designed for pipe freeze protection applications.

Was this helpful? Yes No

Speak to a radiant heating expert

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Create a Support Request