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- Page 1 Self-Regulating ™ Heat Tracing Cables Application Guide To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Step 4: choose TTS™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable installation accessories ..............24 Step 5: establish control method ..............................24-27 Tips ............................................27 TTS™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Roof and Gutter Snow and Ice Melting Data Sheet .............28 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 3 Step 5: establish control method to operate system ........................36 Cable Spacing Selection Guide ................................36-37 KSR™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Surface Snow and Ice Melting Data Sheet ..............37-38 Alternative accessories ..........................39-42 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 4: Self-Regulating Heating Cables Construction And Function
Construction and Function Introduction 3M Canada and Thermon Manufacturing Company have entered into a strategic alliance to market the commercial line of heat tracing products manufactured by Thermon. The alliance agreement provides 3M exclusive rights within Canada to sell and market two distinct products: TTS™ and KSR™ Self-Regulating Heating Cables and Accessories. -
Page 5: Construction
Benefit: provides a continuous ground path. The cable is quipped with an outer protective jacket. Benefit: helps to protect against corrosion, chemicals, and adverse environmental conditions. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 6 3M Self-Regulating Heat Tracing Cable Applications Legend 1. Pipe Freeze Protection 2. Roof and Gutter Snow and Ice Melting 3. Surface Snow and Ice Melting To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 7 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 8 Pipe Freeze Protection To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 9: Self-Regulating Heating Cables Ordering Information And Materials Guide
Water meters and outside pipes/taps • Water pipes in unheated areas • Sprinkler systems • Refrigeration * For a complete installation, add thermal insulation in pipe freeze applications. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 10 Weatherproof indoor/outdoor thermostat Junction box appropriate for the application to be supplied by the installer. Note: More power connection/end termination, and control options available – see the Alternative Accessories section. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 11 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 12: Creating A Materials List
Pipe sizes or tubing diameters • Pipe lengths • Pipe material (metallic or non-metallic) • Type and number of valves, pumps, or other equipment • Type and number of pipe supports To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... -
Page 13: Step 2: Select The Proper Tts™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable
[i.e., use insulation sized for a 1" (25.4 mm) diameter pipe if the pipe to be insulated is 3/4" (19.1 mm) diameter]. 6. For pipe sizes larger than listed or for maintain temperatures other than 5°C (40°F), contact 3M at 3Menergysolutions@mmm.com Note: Heat loss calculations are based on IEEE Std 515-1997, Equation A.1, with the following provisions:... - Page 14 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" One Pass 2-1/2" TTS-5 3" 2" 4" 6" 1X TTS-10 8" 10" One Pass TTS-8 12" 1X TTS-10 14" Two Passes TTS-8 1X TTS-10 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 15 Two Passes TTS-8 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2" One Pass TTS-5 2-1/2" 3" 2" 4" 6" 8" 10" One Pass One Pass TTS-8 TTS-10 12" 14" 1X TTS-10 2 X TTS-8 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 16 TTS™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable at the start-up temperature of the cable and determine what amperage branch circuit breaker will be required Remember the start-up temperature does not necessarily match the expected low ambient temperature. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 17 75 (23) 100 (30) 150 (46) 200 (61) 10-1 -40 (-40) 135 (41) 180 (55) 275 (84) 365 (111) -40 (-40) 70 (21) 90 (27) 135 (41) 180 (56) To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 18: Step 4: Choose Tts™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Installation Accessories
Heating cable should not pass through the air to travel to an adjoining pipe. Instead, use multiple circuit fabrication kits interconnected with conduit and field wiring as shown. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... -
Page 19: Thermostatic Control
Varying ambient conditions such as above/below ground transitions and indoor/outdoor transitions • Flowing versus non-flowing conditions within the interconnected piping • Applications involving temperature-sensitive products Note: Pipewall sensing is required for non-metallic piping. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 20 End-of-Circuit Termination: TTS™ Self-Regulating Heating Cables require the ET-6C end cap for terminating the end of the circuit. Note: T-rating per the 1996 NEC, Tables 500-3(d), 505-10(b) and as verified by Factory Mutual Research and the Canadian Standards Association. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 21 150 (46) 200 (61) 305 (93) 405 (123) -40 (-40) 135 (41) 180 (55) 275 (84) 365 (111) -40 (-40) 70 (21) 90 (27) 135 (41) 180 (56) To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 22: Roof And Gutter Snow And Ice Melting
Roof and Gutter Snow and Ice Melting To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... -
Page 23: Tts™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable
20 W/m @ 0°C (6 W/ft @ 32°F) Supply voltages 110-120 or 208-240 V Minimum installation temperature -51°C (-60°F) Minimum bend radius 32 mm (1.25in) T-rating T6 85°C (185°F) To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 24 R3C-0120-DP Weatherproof indoor/outdoor thermostat Junction box appropriate for the application to be supplied by the installer. More control options are available – see the Alternative accessories on page 39. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 25: Introduction
While entire roof areas can be electrically heat traced for snow and ice removal, this guide addresses only roof overhangs, gutters and downspouts. Should your application require more area to be protected, contact 3M at 3Menergysolutions@mmm.com. Creating a Materials List To create your materials list online, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace. -
Page 26: Step 4: Choose Tts™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Installation Accessories
A TTS™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Roof and Gutter Heat Tracing System will require the following components: • 18-SXG kit • ET-4S Additional installation accessories are detailed on page 41-47. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... -
Page 27: Step 5: Establish Control Method
The heating cable should loop past 18" the point where an imaginary line 24" extending up from the inside wall would pass through the roof. 30" 36" Heavy Condition Multipliers Moderate Condition Multipliers To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 28 2. Choose the multiplier which corresponds to the application and apply this multiplier to the footage of gutters and the number and footage of downspouts to be heat traced. 3. Add sufficient heating cable (including a drip loop) to reach the power connection junction box. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 29: Tips
When downspouts are routed to storm sewers located below the frost line, extend the TTS™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable down to the point where the vertical drain meets the horizontal drain. The cable should not extend into the horizontal drain line. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 30 Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D – Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G Meets or exceeds - IEEE 515, IEEE 515.1 – UL 1588 CSA 130-16 To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 31 Surface Snow and Ice Melting To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 32 A KSR™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Self-Regulating Surface Snow and Ice Melting System will typically include heating cable and components shown in the illustration and KSR™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable ordering information on page 33. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 33: Introduction
2. The formulas, calculations, charts, tables and layout information presented have been researched for accuracy; however, the design and selection of a snow and ice melting system are ultimately the responsibility of the user. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... -
Page 34: Creating A Materials List
Figure 3.1.1 of protection required. An additional table can be found in Partial Plan at Entry the Cable Spacing Selection Guide on page 39. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... -
Page 35: Step 3: Determine Length Of Cable Required And Circuit Lengths
(12 ÷ S) Total installed length of KSR cable Where: S = KSR™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable Amps per foot multiplier for voltage used spacing in inches Operating voltage To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 36 • Protect heating cable with rigid metallic conduit (one cable per conduit) between junction box and area being heated • Extend conduit (equipped with bushings on each end) a minimum of 12" into slab A typical junction box and conduit assembly is shown in Figure 3.4.1. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 37 40 amp branch circuit breaker limit of 225 feet (refer to Table 3.3.1), power distribution can be accomplished through three 40 amp breakers with 30 mA ground-fault protection. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 38 By keeping the snow melting circuit breakers in a dedicated panel, several design and operation advantages will occur: To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 39: Cable Spacing Selection Guide
Applications Handbook. In their tutorial on snow and ice melting, ASHRAE compiled a list of 33 Canadian cities with weather data for each. Using this information, 3M developed the table below to show the effect of various power (heat) outputs. - Page 40 90 ft (27 m) 120 ft (37 m) 180 ft (55 m) 225 ft (69 m) Certifications/approvals Canadian Standards Association Note: Consult your local or applicable electrical code regarding ground-fault protection. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
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Page 41: Alternative Accessories
• NEMA 4X pipe-mounted expediter with splice cover • 2 stainless steel pipe attachment bands • Heater cable grommet • 3 power connection boots (TBX-3L) • RTV adhesive • Wire fasteners and grounding splice lug To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace... - Page 42 Power and End Termination Kit, PETK-1D, is designed for use with TTS™ Heating Cable. This kit includes one power connection boot, one end cap, RTV sealant, and one caution label. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 43 This cable splice kit is designed to fabricate an in-line splice between two pieces of overjacketed cable. The kit allows for field fabrication of heating cable should the cable become damaged during installation. Easy-to-use kit includes splice lugs, self-vulcanizing tape, and heat shrink tubing. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 44 NEMA 1 enclosure to house the thermostat switch while permitting temperature adjustments without removing any cover. Indoor/Outdoor Weatherproof Indoor/Outdoor Thermostat, R3C-0120-DP A gasketed cast aluminum enclosure provides weatherproof protection to the thermostat switch and internal setpoint dial. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 45 1. The R1 includes two ½" or ¾" conduit knockouts with an internal grounding terminal. 2. The R3 includes two ½" NPT conduit hubs with an internal grounding terminal. Typical wiring diagram L2/N Sensor R1-050-DP R3C-0120-DP Heating Cable To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 46 Tracing Cables to cross a concrete expansion or construction joint. When installed, the kit will allow normal expansion and contraction of the substrate without straining or damaging the heating circuit. Easy-to-use kit includes reinforced flexible sleeve and RTV sealant. To use the 3M Heat Trace Bill of Materials Tool, visit 3M.ca/HeatTrace...
- Page 47 They combine a very small shell with an increased wire range. The spring bites wire quickly with less effort, and the small shell fits easily into tight spaces. 3M™ Performance Plus™ Wire Connectors can withstand temperatures up to 105°C (221°F).
- Page 48 In addition, they are not meant or implied to be a replacement for the services of a licensed professional. Any use of 3M Self-Regulating Heating Cables must be in accordance with all local regulations and/or building codes. Please consult your local authority.
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