How do you choose the right enclosure for a trace heating system?
Short answer
The most important consideration when choosing an enclosure for a trace heating system is a suitable level of protection from the surrounding environment. Installed outdoors, an enclosure housing a trace heating thermostat must prevent the ingress of dirt and water and withstand exposure to sunlight and extreme temperatures. Our HT thermostats are supplied in IP66-rated TK enclosures made of polycarbonate, giving ingress protection against dust and water, resistance to UV and a tolerated temperature range from -35°C to 80°C. Sourcing the thermostat and the enclosure together also streamlines supply and ensures the two components are compatible.
The most important aspect to consider when choosing an enclosure for a trace heating system is ensuring a suitable level of protection from the surrounding environment. When installed outdoors, enclosures for the thermostats used in trace heating systems need to prevent the ingress of dirt and water, as well as withstanding exposure to sunlight and extreme temperatures.
It is also helpful to select a one-stop shop for thermostats and enclosures. This streamlines supply, minimises the number of contractors involved and ensures maximum compatibility between the two components.
To address these issues, we offer our HT range of thermostats encased in our IP66-rated TK enclosures made of polycarbonate (PC). This provides ingress protection against dust and water, resistance to UV and a wide range of tolerated temperatures, spanning from -35°C to 80°C.
There is more on our HT range of thermostats at https://www.spelsberg.co.uk/news/news-press/detail/specifying-enclosures-for-environmental-management-systems-in-a-smart-world/ and the TK series and its product range can be found at https://www.spelsberg.co.uk/industrial-housing/with-/-without-metric-knock-outs/
HT thermostats and TK PC enclosures are combined to ensure seamless integration and delivered readily assembled, minimising the time and cost associated with installation. Where a requirement is not satisfied by any of the standard TK PC enclosures, we can also customise and supply specialist solutions to meet the specific needs of your trace heating system.
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