Channel Strip Heater With Mounting Tabs

Heaters are available with mounting tabs. When supported by mounting tabs, the terminal end should be secured firmly. Opposite end should be loose to allow for thermal expansion.

Mounting Slot Size
Standard 5/16" × 1/2"
Special Bushings 1/2" × 5/8"

Channel Strip Heater Without Mounting Tabs

Heaters without mounting tabs have ends that are silver soldered shut to prevent moisture and contaminants from entering the heater.
For surface mounting installations, Channel Strip heaters must be securely clamped along their entire length to a smooth metal surface.

Type L1: Flexible Lead Wires at Top

Flexible lead wires exit from top of heater. 10" long leads standard; if longer leads are required, specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type L1: Flexible Lead Wires at Top with Mounting Tabs

Flexible lead wires exit from top of heater. 10" long leads standard; if longer leads are required, specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type L: Flexible Lead Wires at Heater End

Flexible lead wires exit from end of heater. 10" long leads standard; if longer leads are required, specify. Recommended only for tight quarters or where flexibility of the lead wire is required.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type R1: Armor Cable at Top

Armor cable provides strength and prevents contamination from getting into the heater. 10" of armor over 12" long leads are standard; if longer leads or armor are required, please specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VA
Maximum Volts: 480

Type R1: Armor Cable at Top with Mounting Tabs

Armor cable provides strength and prevents contamination from getting into the heater. 10" of armor over 12" long leads are standard; if longer leads or armor are required, please specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VA
Maximum Volts: 480

Type R2: Right-Angle Armor Cable at Top

Right-angle armor cable prevents contamination from getting into the heater. 10" of armor over 12" long leads is standard; if longer leads or armor are required, please specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type R2: Right-Angle Armor Cable at Top with Mounting Tabs

Right-angle armor cable prevents contamination from getting into the heater. 10" of armor over 12" long leads is standard; if longer leads or armor are required, please specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type T1: Screw Terminals at each end

Type T1: Screw Terminals at each end with Mounting Tabs

Type T2: Screw Terminals at one end

Type T2: Screw Terminals at one end with Mounting Tabs

Type T3: Screw Terminals at one end

Type T3: Screw Terminals at one end with Mounting Tabs

Type T4: Screw Terminals at one end

Type T4: Screw Terminals at one end with Mounting Tabs

Type W1: Wire Braid at Top

Wire braid provides strength and protection to the lead wire insulation, offering sharp bending not possible with armor cable. 10" of wire braid over 12" long leads is standard; if longer leads or braid are required, specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type W1: Wire Braid at Top with Mounting Tabs

Wire braid provides strength and protection to the lead wire insulation, offering sharp bending not possible with armor cable. 10" of wire braid over 12" long leads is standard; if longer leads or braid are required, specify.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

Type W2: Wire Braid at Heater End

Stainless steel braid over each lead wire offers sharp bending not possible with armor cable, as well as abrasion protection. 10" long leads standard; if longer leads are required, specify. Not available on heaters with tabs.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VAC
Maximum Volts: 480

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Igloo Ceramic Covers with Mounting Tabs

Type C: Terminal Box (General Purpose) with Mounting Tabs

Type P: Quick Disconnect Plugs with Mounting Tabs

High-Temperature Quick Disconnect Plug. If armor protected lead wires are required, specify armor and lead length.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VA
Maximum Volts: 250

Igloo Ceramic Covers

Type C: Terminal Box (General Purpose)

Type MP: Welded Terminal Box

Specially designed box is welded to the Channel Strip Heater and potted with epoxy. The ends of the heater are also welded. Leads exit through a 1/2" NPT nut that can be located at the top or in the front of the box. Armor cable can be supplied with the male fitting, providing a completely sealed Channel Strip. Available on 11⁄2" wide heaters only.
10" long leads standard; if longer leads are required, specify.

Maximum Amps: 25
Maximum Volts: 480

Type P: Quick Disconnect Plugs

High-Temperature Quick Disconnect Plug. If armor protected lead wires are required, specify armor and lead length.

Maximum Amps: 10 at 240VA
Maximum Volts: 250

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Type DW: Distributed Wattage

Channel strip and finned channel strip heaters can be designed to vary the wattage along the length of the heater. Specify number of zones and the required watts and length per zone.
Shown with T4 termination.

Type 3PH: Three Phase

In order to minimize the gauge of the wiring on high wattage channel strip and finned channel strip heaters, 3-phase elements can be designed.

Type DV_: Dual Voltage (1 and 2)

Channel strip and finned channel strip heaters can be designed using 3-wire series/parallel circuits for dual vltage applications. Whether the heater is run on the high or low voltage, the wattage will be the same.

• DV1: 120/240 volts
• DV2: 240/480 volts

Type DWV: Dual Circuits

Independent resistance elements can be designed in a single channel strip or finned channel strip heater for added versatility.

Type GL: Ground Lead/Sheath

For those applications requiring a separate ground lead attached to the channel strip or finned channgel strip heater sheath.

CSA Standard

Channel Strip and Finned Channel Strip Heaters have been certified as Recognized Components by Underwriters Laboratories (File Number E65652) under CCN KSOT2/8 to meet UL standard 499.
This file specifies the end use limitations and conditions of acceptability for the use of this type of heater. For additional information consult Tempco.

Mica Strip heaters are UL recognized and CSA certified in many design variations.
Tempco's UL file number is E65652 and CSA file number is 043099.

UL Standard

Channel Strip and Finned Channel Strip Heaters have been certified as Recognized Components by Underwriters Laboratories (File Number E65652) under CCN KSOT2/8 to meet UL standard 499.
This file specifies the end use limitations and conditions of acceptability for the use of this type of heater. For additional information consult Tempco.

Mica Strip heaters are UL recognized and CSA certified in many design variations.
Tempco's UL file number is E65652 and CSA file number is 043099.

NRTL Standard