KevinW Member Sep 27, 2019 #1 Does anyone know if constant wattage heat trace cables are shorted on the end? The self regulating cables are not.
Does anyone know if constant wattage heat trace cables are shorted on the end? The self regulating cables are not.
rjenkinsgb Well-Known Member Most Helpful Member Sep 27, 2019 #2 No, they are not, as far as I know. The two main conductors are power throughout the length of the cable. The "self regulating" part is sections of a high temperature coefficient material between them. The end should be capped or sealed for insulation, but not shorted.
No, they are not, as far as I know. The two main conductors are power throughout the length of the cable. The "self regulating" part is sections of a high temperature coefficient material between them. The end should be capped or sealed for insulation, but not shorted.