Heater cable
Heater cable is the essential core of many Heating Elements and is available in a variety of wattages and constructions
From standard PVC wire to high-temperature silicone with various over-braids, we can provide heater cable to suite many varied applications.
UL approved heater cables can also be supplied upon request.
Typical applications for heater cable are:
- Refigeration defrost
- Electric blankets
- Heat pads
- Tire warmers
- Towel rails
- Panel heaters
- Incubators
| Resistance | 0.5 to 5000 ohms per metre | |
|---|---|---|
| Insulation | PVC | Silicone rubber |
| Max. cable surface temperature | 105°C | 180°C |
| Min. cable surface temperature | -30°C | -70°C |
| Heater wire | Copper-Nickel or Nickel-Chrome alloy | |
| Tolerance | +5% on resistance | |
| Insulation thickness | 0.8mm | 0.8mm |
| Winding carrier | 0.7mm fibreglass core | |
Options:
- Fibreglass over-braid for mechanical protection
- Tinned copper over-braid for mechanical protection and earthing
- Variable pitch winding to give varied heat zones
- Varied heat zones
- Integral cold leads - offering a totally moisture proof construction
- UL approval