Nelson Heat Tracing Cables - Product Catalogue

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Nelson Self Regulating Heater cables Product catalog

Easy Heat Europe b.v. Commercial register The Netherlands 18047721 July 2008

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NELSON™ SPECIFICATION/APPLICATION

230V TYPE CLT SELF-REGULATING HEATER CABLE INFORMATION

Description: Nelson Type CLT self-regulating

heater cable is a parallel circuit electric heater strip. An irradiation cross-linked conductive polymer core material is extruded over the multi-stranded, tin-plated, 1.0 mm

2 copper bus wires. The

conductive core material increases or

decreases its heat output in response to temperature changes. Two jackets provide extra dielectric strength, moisture resistance, and protection from impact and abrasion damage. The inner thermoplastic jacket is extruded over and bonded to the core material.

A thermoplastic elastomer outer jacket is then extruded over the inner jacket. A stranded copper metal braid and thermoplastic elastomer overjacket is supplied on all heaters.

Operating Principle:

The parallel bus wires apply voltage along the entire length of the heater cable. The conductive core provides a continuous parallel heating element permitting the cable to be cut to any length in the field with no dead or cold zones developing. The heater cable derives its self-regulating characteristic from the inherent properties of the conductive core

material. As the core material temperature increases, the number of conductive paths in the core material decreases, automatically decreasing the heat output. As the temperature decreases, the number of conductive paths increases, causing the heat output to increase. This occurs at every point along the length of the cable, adjusting the power output to the

varying conditions along the pipe. The self-regulating effect allows the cable to be overlapped without creating hot spots or burnout. As the cable self-regulates its heat output, it provides for the efficient use of electric power, producing heat only when and where it is needed.

Specifications:

Maintain Temperature 65°C

Maximum Continuous Exposure Temperature 65°C (continuous power on)

Maximum Intermittent Exposure Temperature 85°C (1000 hours cumulative exposure)

Bus Wire Size 1.0 mm2 Copper Conductors

Tinned Copper Braid Resistance Maximum 0.015 Ω/m

Product Dimensions (Nominal) 6.7mm x 11.0mm

Product Weight 106.0 g/m

Minimum Installation Temperature -40°C

Minimum Bend Radius 12.0 mm at –40°C

Application: Nelson's Type CLT self-regulating

heater cable is ideal for use in maintaining fluid flow under low ambient conditions. Freeze protection

and low watt density process temperature systems such as product pipelines, fire protection, process water, dust suppression systems and

structure anti-icing are typical applications for this product.

CLT23-JT

CLT25-JT

CLT28-JT

• Thermoplastic Elastomer Overjacket

• Tinned Copper Metal Braid

• Stranded Plated Copper Conductors

• Continuous Self-Regulating Conductive Core

• Bonded Inner Thermoplastic Jacket

• Outer Thermoplastic Elastomer Jacket



Performance and Rating Data:

Catalog

Number

Service

Voltage

Maximum Segment

Length

Maximum

Maintenance

Temperature

Maximum

Intermittent

Exposure

CLT23 230 145 65°C 85°C

CLT25 230 120 65°C 85°C

CLT28 230 100 65°C 85°C

Circuit Breaker Selection: Total Heater Length in Meters ² Vs. Circuit Breaker Size

230 Volt

Watts/M Start-Up

Temp. 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A

9 10°C 251 313 392 501 626

-5°C 207 259 323 414 517

-20°C 176 220 275 352 440

-30°C 160 200 250 321 401

15 10°C 171 214 267 342 427

-5°C 142 177 222 284 355

-20°C 121 152 189 242 303

-30°C 111 138 173 221 276

25 10°C 89 112 140 179 223

-5°C 74 93 116 149 186

-20°C 64 80 100 128 159

-30°C 58 73 91 116 146

Notes: 1. The circuit length values shown above are for estimation only. 2. Total Heater Length is the total length of heater cable that can be installed on a breaker without tripping either under start-up or

operating conditions. Values may indicate that multiple heater segments must be installed on the breaker with none of the segments exceeding the Maximum Segment Lengths as shown in the Performance and Rating table.

3. For detailed information on maximum circuit lengths or additional voltages, refer to Nelson Heat Tracing Systems Selection software or contact your local Nelson representative for assistance.



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Power Output Rating:

A B C

CLT23-JT CLT25-JT CLT28-JT

Power Output (watts per meter at 10°C)

9 15 25

Approvals:

CLT Series heating cables are VDE approved for use in ordinary locations.

Accessories:

Connection Kits for Power Connection, Splices and End Seals Thermostatic Controls (Nelson TA and TH Series) Enclosures, Tapes and Warning Signs

Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's website at www.nelsonheaters.com.

Power output on insulated metallic pipe at 230VAC

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230V TYPE LT SELF-REGULATING HEATER CABLE INFORMATION

Description:

Nelson Type LT self-regulating heater cable is a parallel circuit electric heater strip. An irradiation cross-linked conductive polymer core material is extruded over the multi-stranded, tin-plated, 16-gauge copper bus wires.

Two jackets provide extra dielectric strength, moisture resistance, and protection from impact and abrasion damage. The inner thermoplastic jacket is extruded over and bonded to the core material. A thermoplastic elastomer

outer jacket is then extruded over the inner jacket. A stranded copper metal braid and fluoropolymer overjacket is supplied on all heaters.


The parallel bus wires apply voltage along the entire length of the heater cable. The conductive core provides a continuous parallel heating element permitting the cable to be cut to any length in the field with no dead or cold zones developing. The heater cable derives its self-regulating characteristic from the inherent properties of the conductive core material. As the core material

temperature increases, the number of conductive paths in the core material decreases, automatically decreasing the heat output. As the temperature decreases, the number of conductive paths increases, causing the heat output to increase. This occurs at every point along the length of the cable, adjusting the power output to the varying conditions along the pipe. The self-regulating effect allows

the cable to be overlapped without creating hot spots or burnout. As the cable self-regulates its heat output, it provides for the efficient use of electric power, producing heat only when and where it is needed, and also limiting the maximum sheath temperature.

Specifications:




Temperature Classification (T Code) T6 (85°C) / T5 (100°C) per European Standard EN 50014







Application:

Nelson’s Type LT self-regulating heater cable is ideal for maintaining fluid flow under low ambient conditions. The product is used for freeze protection and low watt density process temperature maintenance of pipes and vessels.

Typical applications include process water, lube oil, fire protection, dust suppression and structure deicing. The standard cable is supplied with a tinned copper metal braid and a fluoropolymer overjacket suitable for exposure to

excessive moisture, organic and inorganic chemicals, solvents, etc. in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas and in ordinary areas.

LT23-J

LT25-J

LT28-J

LT210-J

• Optional Overjacket Constructions

• Tinned Copper Metal Braid


• Continuous Self-Regulating Conductive Core






Catalog Number

Service Voltage

Maximum Segment Length

Maximum Maintenance Temperature

Maximum Intermittent Exposure

T-Rating*

LT23 230 185 65°C 85°C T6

LT25 230 155 65°C 85°C T6

LT28 230 125 65°C 85°C T5

LT210 230 115 65°C 85°C T5

*Electrical equipment T-rating codes define the maximum surface temperature that equipment will reach. It is intended for applications in potentially explosive atmospheres – Directive 94/9/EC.

Circuit Breaker Selection:

Total Heater Length in Meters ² Vs. Circuit Breaker Size

230 Volt

Watts/M Start-Up

Temp. 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A

9 10°C 241 302 377 482 603

-5°C 192 240 300 384 480

-20°C 159 199 249 319 398

-30°C 143 179 224 286 358

15 10°C 170 213 266 341 426

-5°C 135 169 212 271 338

-20°C 112 140 175 225 281

-30°C 101 126 157 202 252

25 10°C 90 113 141 180 225

-5°C 74 92 116 148 185

-20°C 63 78 98 125 157

-30°C 57 71 89 114 142

32 10°C 57 72 89 115 143

-5°C 48 60 75 96 120

-20°C 41 52 65 83 104

-30°C 38 47 59 76 95

Notes: 1. The circuit length values shown above are for estimation only. 2. Total Heater Length is the total length of heater cable that can be installed on a breaker without tripping either under start-up

or operating conditions. Values may indicate that multiple heater segments must be installed on the breaker with none of the segments exceeding the Maximum Segment Lengths as shown in the Performance and Rating table.


Construction Options:

Standard Feature Suffix Optional Feature Suffix (Delete –J and add)

-J A tinned copper metal braid with a fluoropolymer overjacket for use when the heater cable is exposed to excessive moisture, organic chemicals, solvents, etc. in hazardous and ordinary areas.

-JT A tinned copper metal braid with a thermoplastic elastomer overjacket is available for use when the heater cable is exposed to aqueous solutions of inorganic chemicals or where mechanical abuse is a problem in hazardous and ordinary areas.




A B C D

T23-J LT25-J LT28-J LT210-J

LT23-JT LT25-JT LT28-JT LT210-JT


9 15 25 32

Approvals:

LT Series heating cables are approved for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas by KEMA. The product type has been tested in accordance with the European Standard EN 50014:1997 and EN 50019:2000.

II 2 G D EEx e II KEMA 03ATEX 2019U KEMA 03ATEX 2020X

-40° C ≤ Tamb ≤ +55

° C, TP 85

° C

Accessories:

Connection Kits for Power Connection, Splices and End Seals (Nelson Z1-PLT Series, Z1-ALT Series, and Component Series) Thermostatic Controls (Nelson TA and TH Series) Enclosures, Tapes and Warning Signs


NELSON HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS • P.O. BOX 726 • TULSA, OK 74101 • 918-627-5530 • FAX 918-641-7336 •

www.nelsonheaters.com

© 2005 Nelson Heat Tracing Systems


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230V TYPE QLT SELF-REGULATING HEATER CABLE INFORMATION

Description:

Nelson’s Self-Regulating Heater Cable Type QLT is a parallel circuit electric heater strip. A conductive fluoropolymer core material is extruded over the multi-stranded, nickel-plated, 16

gauge copper bus wires. A fluoropolymer jacket provides excellent dielectric strength, moisture resistance, protection from impact and abrasion damage, and a wide range of chemical resistance.

A stranded tinned copper metal braid and fluoropolymer overjacket is supplied on all heaters.


The parallel bus wires apply voltage along the entire length of the heater cable. The conductive core provides a continuous parallel heating element permitting the cable to be cut to any length in the field with no dead or cold zones developing. The heater cable derives its self-regulating characteristic from the inherent properties of the

conductive core material. As the core material temperature increases, the number of conductive paths in the core material decreases, automatically decreasing the heat output. As the temperature decreases, the number of conductive paths increases, causing the heat output to increase. This occurs at every point along the length of the cable,

adjusting the power output to the varying conditions along the pipe. The self-regulating effect allows the cable to be overlapped without creating hot spots or burnout. As the cable self- regulates its heat output, it limits the maximum sheath temperature, while also providing useful power for process temperature maintenance.

Specifications:




Temperature Classification (T Code) T3 (200°C) per European Standard EN 50014







Application:

Nelson’s Type QLT self-regulating heater cable is ideal for maintaining fluid flow over a wide range of operating temperatures. The product is used for freeze protection and process

temperature maintenance of metallic pipes and vessels. Typical applications include hydrocarbon and chemical product piping systems. The standard cable is supplied with a tinned copper

metal braid and a fluoropolymer overjacket suitable for exposure to excessive moisture, organic chemicals, solvents, etc. in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas and in ordinary areas.

• Fluoropolymer Overjacket • Tinned Copper Metal Braid

• Continuous Self Regulating Conductive Core • Fluoropolymer Electrical Jacket

• Nickel Plated Copper Conductors




Catalog Number

Service Voltage


Maximum Maintenance Temperature

Maximum Intermittent Exposure

T-Rating*

QLT210 230 115 120°C 120°C T3

QLT215 230 95 120°C 120°C T3

QLT220 230 75 120°C 120°C T3




230 Volt

Watts/M Start-up

Temp.

16A

20A

25A

32A

40A

32 +10°C 99 124 155 199 249

-5°C 93 116 145 185 231

-20°C 87 108 135 173 217

-30°C 83 104 130 166 208

46 +10°C 70 87 109 139 174

-5°C 65 81 102 130 163

-20°C 61 77 96 123 153

-30°C 59 74 92 118 147

63 +10°C 53 66 83 106 133

-5°C 51 63 79 101 126

-20°C 48 60 75 96 120

-30°C 47 58 73 93 117






NELSON HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS • P.O. BOX 726 • TULSA, OK 74101 • 918-627-5530 • FAX 918-641-7336 • www.nelsonheaters.com 314-SA-012

© 2005 Nelson Heat Tracing Systems 12/05


A B C

QLT210-J QLT215-J QLT220-J


32 46 63

Approvals:

QLT Series heating cables are approved for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas by KEMA. The product type has been tested in accordance with the European Standard EN 50014:1997 and EN 50019:2000.

II 2 G D EEx e II KEMA 03 ATEX 2020 X

-40° C ≤ Tamb ≤ +55

° C, TP 120

° C

Accessories:


Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's website at www.nelsonheaters.com


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230V TYPE HLT SELF-REGULATING HEATER CABLE INFORMATION

Description:

Nelson’s Self-Regulating Heater Cable Type HLT is a parallel circuit electric heater strip. A conductive fluoropolymer core material is extruded over the multi-stranded, nickel-plated, 16

gauge copper bus wires. A fluoropolymer jacket provides excellent dielectric strength, moisture resistance, protection from impact and abrasion damage, and a wide range of chemical resistance.

A stranded tinned copper metal braid and fluoropolymer overjacket is supplied on all heaters.


The parallel bus wires apply voltage along the entire length of the heater cable. The conductive core provides a continuous parallel heating element permitting the cable to be cut to any length in the field with no dead or cold zones developing. The heater cable derives its self-regulating characteristic

from the inherent properties of the conductive core material. As the core material temperature increases, the number of conductive paths in the core material decreases, automatically decreasing the heat output. As the temperature decreases, the number of conductive paths increases, causing the

heat output to increase. This occurs at every point along the length of the cable, adjusting the power output to the varying conditions along the pipe. As the cable self- regulates its heat output, it limits the maximum sheath temperature, while also providing useful power for process temperature maintenance.

Specifications:




Temperature Classification (T Code) T3 (200°C) per European Standard EN 50014







Application:

Nelson’s Type HLT self-regulating heater cable is ideal for maintaining fluid flow over a wide range of operating temperatures. The product is used for freeze protection of periodically steam-cleaned metallic pipes and process

temperature maintenance of metallic pipes and vessels. Typical applications include hydrocarbon and chemical product piping systems. The standard cable is supplied with a tinned copper metal braid and a fluoropolymer

overjacket suitable for exposure to excessive moisture, organic and inorganic chemicals, solvents, etc. in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas and in ordinary areas.

HLT23-J

HLT25-J

HLT28-J

HLT210-J

HLT212-J

HLT215-J

HLT218-J

HLT220-J

• Fluoropolymer Overjacket • Tinned Copper Metal Braid

• Continuous Self Regulating Conductive Core • Fluoropolymer Electrical Jacket

• Nickel Plated Copper Conductors






Catalog

Number

Service

Voltage

Maximum

Segment

Length

Maximum

Maintenance

Temperature

Maximum

Intermittent

Exposure

T-Rating* HLT23 230 185 120°C 190°C T3

HLT25 230 155 120°C 190°C T3

HLT28 230 125 120°C 190°C T3

HLT210 230 115 120°C 190°C T3

HLT212 230 105 120°C 190°C T3

HLT215 230 95 120°C 190°C T3

HLT218 230 80 120°C 190°C T3

HLT220 230 75 120°C 190°C T3




240 Volt

Watts/M Start-up Temp.

16A

20A

25A

32A

40A

9 +10°C 244 305 381 488 610

-5°C 227 283 354 453 567

-20°C 212 265 331 424 530

-30°C 203 254 317 406 507

15 +10°C 174 218 272 348 435

-5°C 161 201 251 322 402

-20°C 149 187 234 299 374

-30°C 143 178 223 286 357

25 +10°C 121 151 188 241 302

-5°C 113 141 177 226 282

-20°C 106 133 166 213 266

-30°C 102 128 160 204 256

32 +10°C 99 124 155 199 249

-5°C 93 116 145 185 231

-20°C 87 108 135 173 217

-30°C 83 104 130 166 208

37 +10°C 85 107 133 171 214

-5°C 80 100 125 160 200

-20°C 75 94 117 150 188

-30°C 72 90 113 144 180

46 +10°C 70 87 109 139 174

-5°C 65 81 102 130 163

-20°C 61 71 96 123 153

-30°C 59 74 92 118 147

56 +10°C 59 74 92 118 148

-5°C 56 70 87 112 140

-20°C 53 66 83 106 133

-30°C 51 64 80 102 128

63 +10°C 53 66 83 106 133

-5°C 51 63 79 101 126

-20°C 48 60 75 96 120

-30°C 47 58 73 93 117




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A B C D E F G H

HLT23-J HLT25-J HLT28-J HLT210-J HLT212-J HLT215-J HLT218-J HLT220-J


9 15 25 32 37 46 56 63

Approvals:

HLT Series heating cables are approved for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas by KEMA. The product type has been tested in accordance with the European Standard EN 50014:1997 and EN 50019:2000.

II 2 G D EEx e II

KEMA 03 ATEX 2019U KEMA 03 ATEX 2020X

-40° C ≤ Tamb ≤ +55

° C, TP 190

° C

Accessories:




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NELSON™ DOMESTIC HOT WATER

230V TEMPERATURE MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

S P E C I F I C A T I O N / A P P L I C A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N

Description:

Nelson Type LT self-regulating heater cable is a parallel circuit electric heater strip. An irradiation cross-linked conductive polymer core material is extruded over the multi-stranded, tin-plated, 16-gauge copper bus wires. The conductive core material increases or decreases its heat output in response to temperature changes. Two jackets provide extra dielectric strength, moisture resistance, and protection from impact and abrasion damage. The inner thermoplastic jacket is extruded over and bonded to the core material. A thermoplastic elastomer outer jacket is then extruded over the inner jacket. A stranded tinned copper metal braid is supplied on all heaters. A color-coded modified polyolefin overjacket is supplied for positive identification during installation.

Principle of Operation:

The parallel bus wires apply voltage along the entire length of the heater cable. The conductive core provides an infinite number of parallel conductive paths permitting the cable to be cut to

any length in the field with no dead or cold zones developing. The heater cable derives its self-regulating characteristic from the inherent properties of the conductive core material. As the core material temperature increases, the number of conductive paths in the core material decrease, automatically decreasing the heat output. As the temperature decreases, the number of conductive paths increase, causing the heat output to increase. This occurs at every point along the length of the cable, adjusting the power output to the varying conditions along the pipe. The self-regulating effect allows the cable to be overlapped without creating hot spots or burnout. As the cable self-regulates its heat output, it provides for the efficient use of electric power, producing heat only when and where it is needed.

Application:

Nelson's Type LT domestic hot water heating cable is an energy-efficient and economical alternative to common recirculation systems. The heating cable is used to

maintain water temperature in the supply piping system, reducing or eliminating the delay in obtaining hot water at each fixture. This cable system eliminates the need for return piping, pumps, check valves and pressure balancing valves found in recirculating systems. In addition, maintenance requirements are greatly reduced through the elimination of all devices with moving parts connected to the recirculating portion of the hot water supply system. The standard product offering has been designed to maintain nominal domestic water temperatures of 40ºC, 45ºC, 50ºC and 60ºC. These representative hot water temperatures are in accordance with the 1999 ASHRAE Applications Handbook, Service Water Heating. The heating cables are UL Listed and CSA Certified for domestic hot water temperature maintenance and meet all requirements of IEEE Standard 515.1, Recommended Practice for the Testing, Design, Installation, and Maintenance of Electrical Resistance Heat Tracing for Commercial Applications.


• Self-Regulating Conductive Core



• Color-Coded Overjacket

• Tinned Copper Braid

LT-A

LT-B

LT-C

LT-D





Catalog Number

Service Voltage


Nominal Maintenance Temperature

Ambient Temperature Range

Color Code

LT-A 230 245 40°C 18°C Blue

LT-B 230 235 45°C 18°C Green

LT-C 230 220 50°C 18°C Yellow

LT-D 230 215 60°C 18°C Red

NOTE: If the specified installation does not comply with published application values, please consult your authorized factory representative. Product is designed for applications on copper supply piping with standard fiberglass insulation of the thickness noted in the Product Selection Tables. Contact your Nelson representative if using other types of insulation.


Max. Length (Feet) Vs. Circuit Breaker Size

Cable Start-Up Service Type Temp. Voltage 16A 20A 25A 32A

LT-A 10ºC 230 241 302 377 482

LT-B 10ºC 230 170 213 266 341

LT-C 10ºC 230 90 113 141 180

LT-D 10ºC 230 57 72 89 115

Notes:

1. The circuit length values shown above are for estimation only.

2. Total Heater Length is the total length of heater cable that can be installed on a breaker without tripping either under start-up or operating conditions. Values may indicate that multiple heater segments must be installed on the breaker with none of the segments exceeding the Maximum Segment Lengths as shown in the Performance and Rating table.





Product Selection Tables: 40° C. HOT WATER SYSTEM LT-A @ 230V

Insulation Thickness*

Copper Pipe Diameter – Inches

½ ¾ 1 1-¼ 1-½ 2 2-½ 3 4 5 6

13

20

25

30

40

50

45° C. HOT WATER SYSTEM LT-B @ 230V



½ ¾ 1 1-¼ 1-½ 2 2-½ 3 4 5 6

13

20

25

30

40

50

50° C. HOT WATER SYSTEM LT-C @ 230V



½ ¾ 1 1-¼ 1-½ 2 2-½ 3 4 5 6

13

20

25

30

40

50

60° C. HOT WATER SYSTEM LT-D @ 230V


Copper

Pipe Diameter – Inches ½ ¾ 1 1-¼ 1-½ 2 2-½ 3 4 5 6

13

20

25

30

40

50

* Fiberglass Insulation

Catalog Numbers:

CATALOG NUMBERS

Nominal Temperature




Voltage 40ºC 45ºC 50ºC 60ºC

230 VAC LT-A LT-B LT-C LT-D

The Nelson Domestic Hot Water Temperature Maintenance System has been designed to provide nominal pipe temperatures under specific conditions. Due to variations in sealing techniques, operating environment, installation methods, etc., exact temperatures cannot be assured without thermostatic control. This is recommended in applications where critical temperature tolerances are required.

Approvals:

CSA

Ordinary Locations – Type LT series cables and

accessories are approved for water temperature maintenance applications.

UL

Ordinary Locations – Type LT series cables and

accessories are specifically approved for hot water temperature maintenance applications.

Accessories:

• Connection Kits for Power Connection, Tee Splice, Splices and End Seals (Nelson PLT Series)

• Thermostatic Controls (Nelson TH and HC Series)

• Junction Boxes, Tapes and Warning Signs

• Custom Control, Monitoring and Power Panels


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