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Watlow Electric Firerod Immersion Features And Benefits

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F I R E R O D
Compact Unit Gives
Versatility in
Designing a Heating
System
FIREROD
®
immersion heaters package up to 300 W/in
(46.5 W/cm
2
) in a compact unit, giving you greater versatility
in designing your heating system. This design solution is ideal
for replacing large screw-plug immersion heaters.
Aside from its versatile design, these heaters come complete
with a brass
3
(19 mm) NPT double threaded screw plug,
4
which allows you to add conduit boxes. Also, FIREROD
immersion heaters are sealed at the lead end with a silicone
rubber seal. Solid copper leads, with silicone rubber sleeve,
are provided for unconfined wiring. These units are
recommended for immersion in water or 90+ percent water
soluble solutions.
Performance Capabilities
Maximum operating temperature in water to 100
at 14.7 psi
Maximum watt density to 300 W/in
Maximum voltage to 480VÅ(ac)
Applications
Plastic reclamation
Food preparation
Lab equipment
Nickel-Chromium
Resistance Wire
6 in. (150 mm) Solid Pins
with Silicone Rubber Boots
*Standard on
Incoloy is a registered trademark of Special Metals Corporation.
© 2005 Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company
®
2
O
C (212
O
F)
2
(46.5 W/cm
2
)
Incoloy
Sheath
Magnesium
Oxide Insulation
Double Threaded Brass
3
in. NPT - 1
3
in. long*
4
8
5
and
3
in. diameter heaters.
8
4
I M M E R S I O N

Features and Benefits

Nickel-chromium resistance wire
Precisely centered in the unit assures even, efficient
distribution of heat to the sheath
Magnesium oxide insulation
Compacted to the proper density, results in high dielectric
strength and contributes to faster heat-up
Incoloy
®
sheath
Resists corrosion from water
Metallurgically-bonded conductor pins
Ensures a trouble-free electrical continuity
Lead end with silicone rubber seal
Protects the heater against moisture contamination
Optional stainless steel fittings
Available for use in corrosive applications
Horizontal through the wall tank mounting
Makes setup faster
240 and 480VÅ(ac)
Provides wiring flexibility
Stock availability
Same day shipment on various
3
in. NPT
4
®
12001 Lackland Road
St. Louis, Missouri 63146 USA
Phone: +1 (314) 878-4600
FAX: +1 (314) 878-6814
Internet: www.watlow.com
e-mail: info@watlow.com
5
in. diameter heaters with
8
STL-FRI-0505

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  • Page 1: Features And Benefits

    6 in. (150 mm) Solid Pins with Silicone Rubber Boots *Standard on ⁄ Incoloy is a registered trademark of Special Metals Corporation. © 2005 Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company I M M E R S I O N ® Features and Benefits Nickel-chromium resistance wire •...
  • Page 2: Ordering Information

    Mexico, +52 (442) 217-6235 • Singapore, +65 6773-9488 • Spain, +34 91 675 12 92 • Sweden, +46 31 7014959 • Taiwan, +886 (0) 7-288-5168 • United Kingdom, +44 (0) 115-964-0777 Ordering Information To order stock FIREROD immersion heaters, specify Watlow code number (from Watlow Heater’s catalog) and quantity.