Can one heating cable be used on 2 pipes?
1574641
You are supposed to wrap the pipe with the cable and then cover it up with fiberglass insulation to keep the heat in. If both pipes are close enough that they can be wrapped together that should work. Alternately, if you have a long enough length of heating cable to wrap one pipe, then run the cable to the second pipe, you could do it that way as well.
1574642
Stacey, good question! It really depends on your situation and the distance between the pipe. In the past, I wrapped the cable around the pipe as shown in the packaging. This year, I ran the cable upon the length of the pipe and used zip ties to hold it against the pipe, which has allowed me to cover more territory than wrapping. I would caution you that I live in Phoenix, so I'm only protecting pipes from 25-32 degrees, which is easier than when I lived in Chicago. Good luck.
1574643
That depends on a couple of factors. One, what are the sizes of pipes (diameter) you are covering? Two, how much(length) of those pipes are you gonna cover? Three, how close or how far are those 2 pipes in relation to each other? Basically, the heating cable is a set length. You can use it to cover what ever up to its length.
1574644
You probably could use it on two pipes but if the temperature is too cold, it will not have the same efficiency as using it on one pipe. I would not do it. Better safe than sorry. If you have to replace a pipe because you didn't want to purchase two heat tapes, what are you really saving in the long run?
1574645
Sure, if the pipes are next to each other and the cable is long enough. But, you'll need to be able to wrap insulation around all of it.
1574646
Hi Stacey, I actually am using this in a different way than what it is intended... I have it running inside 2 inch PVC pipe that has 5 Chicken water nipples drilled into it for my chicken watering system... I assume you could wrap a 2 inch pipe with this item to keep it from freezing, but I've never tried it.
1574647
The instructions say, "Do not install the same cable on more than one pipe. This could cause the heating cable to overheat and may result in fire or electrical shock." Still, one would think it would overheat only if one pipe were significantly different from the other in terms of size or temperature exposure.
1574648
Depends on how long your pipes are& how far apart.I'm covering two pipes about 2.5 ft long & 3 inches in between.Gap between spirals is 4", which seems to be enough.Nothing frozen yet
2107730
yes but not all at the same time. if your running your hvac unit, you wont be able to run a bunch of anything else
664580
Two heaters would make sense if you have a large area and want to space them apart, and if wiring is not a concern for two vs. one heater.
1938849
I wouldnt use it on pvc as the amount of heat would melt the pipe. I assume you coukd keep it far away to keep the full force of the heat away from it but i wouldnt use it for that.
1899160
This only comes with one set of wires (the smaller one is for grounding). Depending on your length required, you'd need to buy 2 sets to do what you are asking, unless you can cut them in half and install your own connectors w/heat shrink tubing.
2218997
yes, as long as you have the right pipe that fits. good luck! the heater works great !
822022
I have not done this but it seems as if the thermostat would readily be able to accommodate an adapter to accept 2 devices. Obviously both will be functioning at the pre-set temperature of the thermostat.
1628144
No, you supply 2 threated adapters and your pipe would be cut and pump put inline with a little rerouting to water heater drain.
551607
I did not read anywhere in instructions that you can't. We have done that on over 20 additions for last 3 years with no issues. We have pex hot/cold for a sink , pex hose bib and copper ice maker line. They all are looped together with same cable.
1777963
no but you must have 36" of copper from unit to the pvc pipe , pvc will handle the heat
1672972
Yes. We used the same on our old boiler at camp and that was only two wires. Just determine what is your hot wire.
1676166
no,there is wiring that runs through the heating cable and if you cut it,it will short out.
1172295
I misunderstood, I would use caution if you used two 50 ft. Cables. Heat could build up where they connect. I would use a 100 ft. Cable because it is safer. Using two 50 ft., I think it could handle light loads.
1825687
Yes, that's how I ran - one Ethernet cable. The separate 12V connector is in the case you don't have a POE switch.
2017904
You should be able to find a Y fitting to add another hose for the second shower head
244550
Pigtail, solder and heatshrink tubing to combine two loops. Or send a short cable to a waterproof distribution box (which is what I did).
593325
No. they both heat up on the same control. You could use one side and put water into the other. I wouldn't use one side and leave the other side empty.