40m Pre-made (12W L/m) Frost Protection Trace Heating Kit with Thermostat
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The 40m Pre-made (12W L/m) Frost Protection Trace Heating Kit with Thermostat (Part Code: FP-230-40) is a pre-terminated self-regulating heating cable kit designed to prevent pipe freezing in cold weather, complete with built-in thermostat and 2m cold lead for easy plug-in installation.
Product Description
This frost protection kit features a 40m self-regulating trace heating cable that adjusts its power output based on temperature, ensuring efficient protection against freezing without overheating. The built-in thermostat activates the cable when temperatures drop below +3°C and deactivates above +10°C. Ideal for outdoor pipes, taps, and gutters, it is pre-terminated with a 2m cold lead and UK plug for immediate use. SGS Fimko certified for safety, it provides reliable winter protection for domestic and commercial applications.
Key Features
- Self-regulating cable: Automatically adjusts heat output to prevent freezing and save energy.
- Built-in thermostat: Activates at +3°C, deactivates at +10°C for automatic control.
- Pre-terminated: Ready-to-use with 2m cold lead and UK plug.
- Easy installation: No special tools required; wrap around pipes and secure.
- Safety certified: SGS Fimko approved for reliable performance.
- Energy efficient: 12W per meter at 0°C, reduces as temperature rises.
- UV resistant: Suitable for outdoor use with durable outer jacket.
- Versatile application: For water pipes, gutters, drains, and tanks.
Technical Specifications
- Model: FP-230-40 – Pre-made Frost Protection Kit.
- Cable length: 40 m (heating section).
- Power output: 12 W/m at 0°C (self-regulating).
- Voltage: 230V AC, 50Hz.
- Cold lead length: 2 m with UK plug.
- Thermostat setting: On at +3°C, off at +10°C.
- Maximum exposure temperature: 65°C.
- Minimum installation temperature: -5°C.
- Cable construction: Twin conductor, self-regulating polymer core, tinned copper braid, thermoplastic outer jacket.
- Certifications: SGS Fimko, CE compliant.
Dimensions & Weights
- Cable width: 10 mm.
- Cable thickness: 5 mm.
- Total kit length: 42 m (40m heating + 2m cold lead).
- Weight: ~3 kg.
System & Application Notes
- Ideal for protecting outdoor water pipes, taps, gutters, and tanks from freezing in winter.
- Compatible with insulation materials for enhanced efficiency (sold separately).
- Suitable for domestic, commercial, and agricultural use.
- Installation: Wrap cable along pipe, secure with tape, insulate, and plug in; no electrician required for basic setup.
- Supports GFCI protection for safety (recommended).
- Warranty: 2 years standard.