How warm does the cable get? for my purposes I would need around 80-90 degrees
758762
NO!! It will only get between 45-50 degrees. Just hot enought for it to melt ice. Sorry!
758763
The temperature of the cable is not controlled. It is a simple resistance heater, designed to work well at cooler temperatures. You need to turn it off when the weather gets warm to prevent it from over heating and being damaged. There are temperature controlled switches designed for these heater cables that turn them off above about 35or 40 degrees F. That is also why they should not touch each other, the cable may overheat at the point of contact.
758764
Warm to the touch. Not hot enough to burn you. Did not measure temp so can't be more precise.
758765
I don't know... I returned them because they would not work with my leaf guard system. Sorry
2224137
Seems to get pretty warm but I wouldn't consider it hot. Really like the way it works. I have it hooked to two batteries in my fishing boat and just hook it up after fishing and let it charge and maintain the battery.
660759
I am laying this cable today outdoors, however, i have it protected by conduit. I have been told that it will be OK. Trust this helps
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.
1388965
It's thicker and somewhat more rigid, sharp 90 degree bends will not be possible. Ok if you can incorporate larger bends into cable runs should be fine. This cable is pretty tough stuff.
713865
yes the cable can be at a 90 deg. bend. the tighter the bend the more stress is placed on the cable and more wear will occure.
2046868
Scott, I do not believe that this wiring is rated for any such conditions as running it in areas where it is constantly exposed to adverse conditions. (Although I don't know this for a fact.) I do know that I personally went through quite a few sets of these leads due to damage of different sorts until I got wise enough to protect them in wire conduit, flex, or other wire raceways. My suggestion would be to use a different type of cables like a RG-59 coax combined with a bigger gauge power lead for any critical areas that might be exposed to bad conditions. (This is assuming that you have a little more room for wall penetrations, etc. because this other cable is quite a bit larger in diameter.) But they are rated for all adverse conditions without extra layers of protection needed, however these cables are not available from Amazon and are readily available from other sources. These bigger cables are what the professional security companies use whenever they are not installing a completely wireless system. Remember that these "videoSecu" or cables work just fine in ideal conditions BUT as I have stated in my review--------These cables are at most a bare-bones minimum gauge and insulation to get the job done. And I am a electrical contractor that knows wire and it's properties. I hope that this is of some help to you. NOTE: The other cables are more expensive but worth every penny if you are installing in exposed conditions or areas where possible damage due to temperature, U.V. rays, constant high humidity or wetness conditions exist.
1705780
I think it would be fine. It doesn't get very hot. The cord gets warm from pulling power, but overall it might work good for something like that.
2140038
If you are using the high gain antenna outdoors by running the USB cable back inside to a computer, I would assume it will handle reasonable temperatures down to say 0F IF you provide a weather proof enclosure. If you are running the antenna and computer outside, again assuming some kind of weather proof enclosure, I would expect it to operate at whatever temp your computer can stand. I suspect the major limitation is the temp effect on the battery of the computer. As with any electronic device, sudden large temp swings should be avoided. If you are just trying to get the maximum range from a remote WiFi signal I would suggest attaching the antenna to the inside of the glass of a window.
511230
I'd say you would be okay if you keep it at the highest setting. Otherwise, might not be exactly toasty in the whole room in chilly MN weather (as a native Minnesotan, I feel your pain). I use it under my desk at work and it is perfect for that small space. If you just run it right next to you while watching tv, it'll be plenty warm enough, I think.
516414
No. Would it still work? Probably, but you risk degrading the speed of the cable. 2nd, this cable is very stiff as it is flooded burial with a dedicated ground. Can you make a 90 degree turn? Yes, but make sure your radius is a gentle one or as large as you can make it for the area you are working in.
1636733
The + button will go to 90 degrees. I doubt that it could warm the room that much.
1988867
Tremendously. To mitigate I make sure everything unnecessary is turned off before charging (reduce internal heat generation) and stick it in front of a fan (works well on the clock since my fans on my night stand.) it stays Pretty chilly naked though something about the distance of the coils and power over inductance more distance more hest/power required to drive the coils.
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.
325798
I use a regular 13amp low temp for flexibility 100' extension cord although a 15amp rated cord would be a better choice.
757735
Its gotten pretty warm. I try to charge it for only the recommended time and not leave it pluggedin too long
2097602
I use my on the grill and smoker. Cable is exposed to heat, but I've had none, ZERO, problems. I love my unit!!