Ice Shield: DIY Roof and Gutter Deicing Kit (160’)
How Much Cable Will I Need?
For each area listed in the table below, measure the required dimensions using the diagram above and calculate the length of cable needed. Add each "area" calculation to determine the total cable length needed.
| Area | What to Measure | How to Calculate |
|---|---|---|
| Along Roof | Overhang (A) Length along roof (B) |
Length of roof (B) X Overhang Multiplier |
| Dormer | Distance around dormer (C) | Number of dormers X Distance around dormer(s) (C) |
| Valley | Number of valleys (D) | Number of valleys (D) X 6 ft. or 1.8M |
| Downspouts | Number of downspouts Length of downspouts (E) |
Number of downspout (E) X 2 |
If ice is building up in gutters only, calculate the length of cable needed for each area listed in the table below. Add each "area" calculation to determine the total cable length needed.
| Area | How to Calculate |
|---|---|
| Gutter | Length of gutter (B) X2 |
| Downspouts | Number of downspouts X Length of downspout (E) X2 |
For each area listed in table below, measure the required dimensions using the diagram above and calculate the length of cable needed. Add each "area" calculation to determine the total cable length needed.
| Area | What to Measure | How to Calculate |
|---|---|---|
| Along Roof | Overhang (A) Along roof (B) |
Length of roof (B) X Overhang Multiplier |
| Dormer | Distance around dormer (C) | Number of dormers X Distance around dormer(s) (C) |
| Valley | Number of valleys (D) | Number of valleys (D) X 6 ft. or 1.8 m |
| Downspouts | Number of downspouts Length of downspouts from roof to ground (E) |
Number of downspouts X Length of downspout (E) X 2 |
| Special roof areas (such as skylights) | Distance from roof edge to bottom of special roof area (F) Width of ice dams that form along special roof area (G) |
Distance from roof edge to bottom of special roof area (F) X Width of ice dams to form along special roof area (G) X Special Roof Area Multiplier |
Features
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This 160' cable is recommended for use in large projects like a 32' gutter with 18" of roof overhang coverage and a 10' downspout
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This kit includes the heating cable, roof clips, and cable spacers
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DIY-friendly with simple plug-in operation (no additional controls required)
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Delivers 5 watts per linear foot (constant wattage) for efficient removal of snow and ice
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Safe: cUL Listed, CSA Listed, and cETLus Listed
Ice Shield: DIY Roof and Gutter Deicing Kit: Constant Wattage Description
One of the leading causes of roof and gutter damage is degradation caused by the formation of ice dams during winter. These harmful accumulations can wreak havoc on your roof or gutters, leading to leaks, loss of property value, and even costly replacements.
Save yourself the headache by installing a DIY-friendly Ice Shield: Roof and Gutter Deicing Kit from WarmlyYours. The 120 V constant-wattage (5 watts per linear foot) heating cables will prevent damage to your roof and gutters all winter long. These kits include everything you’ll need for an easy and safe installation.
Features:
- Recommended for use in large projects like a 32' gutter with 18" of roof overhang coverage and a 10' downspout
- Includes: heating cable, clips, and spacers
- DIY-friendly with plug-in operation (no additional controls required)
- 5 watts per linear foot (constant wattage)
- Safe: cUL Listed, CSA Listed, and cETLus Listed
- Covered by a 2-year warranty
Specifications
Electrical
| Amps | 6.7 A |
| Cable Construction | Twin conductor |
| Cable Type | Constant Wattage |
| Conductor Insulation | XLPE |
| Connection Method | Plug-in |
| Ohms | 18 Ω |
| Outer Insulation | PVC |
| Plug-Type | NEMA 5-15 (Type B) |
| Plug-in Cord Length | 6′ |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Watts | 800 W |
| Watts Per Ft. | 5 W |
Warranty / Certifications
| Approvals | cUL Listed, CSA Listed, and cETLus Listed |
| Warranty | 2 Year Warranty |
Product Dimensions
| Cable Cross Section | 1/4" x 3/16" |
| Cold Lead Length | 6′ |
| Heating Cable Length | 160′ |
| Height | 0.1875″ |
| Length | 1920″ |
| Weight | 6.4 lbs |
| Width | 0.25″ |
Installation
| Minimum Bend Radius | 1″ |
| Minimum Installation Temperature | 15°F (-10°C) |
Identifiers
| SKU | ETC120-5W-160-WY |
| UPC (GTIN-12) | 881308071974 |
Documents
Installation
- Ice Shield Roof And Gutter Constant Wattage Kits Installation Manual (English)
- Ice Shield Roof And Gutter Constant Wattage Kits Installation Manual (Spanish)
Project Planners
Sell Sheets
Catalogs
Frequently Asked Questions
Our self-regulating heating product is designed to be cut to length at the jobsite by an installer where it can then be end-capped with accessories (sold separately).
However, our constant wattage kits contain heating elements that cannot be shortened or altered in any way.
GFEP is the National Electric Code (NEC) required protection for fixed outdoor deicing and snow-melting equipment, which may be accomplished by using circuit breakers equipped with ground-fault equipment protection (GFEP) of 30 mA. It is important to understand that this required equipment protection is NOT the same as a 5 mA GFCI used for personal protection.
Cable length needed depends on the sizes and areas of the roof that need to be deiced (roof with gutter, downspouts, valleys, and/or dormers). Our best recommendation is for you to give us a call (1-800-875-5285) and we can help you identify what measurements will need to be taken. Alternatively, you can
measure the dimensions of the aforementioned areas and refer to the installation manual to get an idea of how much cable you'll need.