Who makes easy heat?

Emerson US
EasyHeat™ AHB Cable | Emerson US.

How long does easy heat cable last?

Most heat cable doesn’t even last long to begin with; the average life of heat cable seems to be around 3-5 years.

How hot does easy heat tape get?

Maximum maintenance temperature, all cables: 150°F (66°C). Maximum intermittent exposure temperature, all cables: 185°F (85°C).

Can you cut easy heat cable?

The cable is available on reels and can be cut to the correct length for the specific application. A rugged metal braided jacket provides an electrical ground as well as protection against damage.

How many feet of heat tape do I need?

Heat Cable Roof Clips – Recommended Qty: 1.5 clips per linear foot of roof edge (as a general rule) Downspout Hangers (if there’s a downspout) – Qty: 1 per downspout transition (e.g. – if your cable goes down and then back up the downspout, you will need 2 hangers)

Can heat cable touch each other?

Answer: It’s nearly impossible to keep them from touching due to the cable being packaged in a coil causing it to twist and touch and also because of bends in the downspouts. I install a lot of these and they always twist and touch.

When should you turn your heat cord off?

Don’t worry if you forget to do it by that time, though. Turning the heat cables on at all will help prevent ice dams from forming. It’s also best to leave them on until a majority of the snow melts from your roof.

Can you put foam insulation over heat tape?

“Don’t cover heat tapes with insulation even if the tape manufacturer permits it.” “If you do add insulation, only use fiberglass or another non-flammable material. Do not use foam or vinyl insulation as they could catch fire easier.”

What can I do with extra HEAT cables?

1 Answer. Usually you can wrap the tape around the pipe as you install it. You can then add or subtract wraps to adjust the length and make it come out where you want. This works well for just a short amount of slack.