In-Slab Underfloor Heating Cable
For in-concrete heating across large surface areas
Overview
WIPE hotwire In-Slab Underfloor Heating Cable is engineered for in-concrete heating across large surface areas, featuring a multi-strand heating conductor and a high-temperature outer jacket to withstand embedding in concrete slabs.
Features & Specifications
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- Multi-strand heating conductor, tin-plated copper return and earth conductors
- ETFE insulation, polyester-laminated aluminium foil shielding
- High-temperature PVC outer jacket, 0.275-inch cable diameter
- 6.6W/ft. linear wattage, 240V 60Hz
- 1.64 ft mesh width, 19 W/Sq ft heat density, 3.5 inch cable spacing
- Cold tail 10 to 15 ft., integrated and separate connection types
- cUL Listed, metallic fixing strip friendly, suitable for indoor heating
- Multi-strand heating conductor with tin plated copper return conductor
- XLPE insulation, polyester laminated aluminium foil shielding with drain wire
- High temperature PVC outer jacket
- 17 W/m linear wattage, 230 Vac, 50 Hz supply voltage
- FG Mesh carrier with metallic fixing strip, sticky and non-sticky variants
- 0.5 m mesh width, heat density of 200 W/m², 85 mm cable spacing
- Supply lead available in integrated and separate connection types, 3.5 m cable length
| Conductor | Multi-strand heating conductor, tin-plated copper return and earth conductors |
|---|---|
| Insulation | ETFE |
| Shielding | Polyester-laminated aluminium foil, aluminium foil with drain wire |
| Carrier | Metallic fixing strip, FG Mesh and cross filament tape mat variants |
| Supply Lead | Solid/multi-strand tinned copper, AWG 18 and 16, XLPE insulation |
| Outer Jacket | High-temperature PVC, 30 Mil thickness, 0.275-inch cable diameter |
| Linear Wattage | 6.6W/ft. at 240V, 60Hz |
| Mesh Width | 1.64 ft. |
| Heat Density | 19 W/Sq ft |
| Cable Spacing | 3.5 inch |
| Cold Tail | 10 to 15 ft., integrated and separate connection types |
| Heating conductor | Multi-strand |
|---|---|
| Return conductor | Multi-strand, tin plated copper |
| Insulation | XLPE |
| Shielding | Polyester laminated aluminium foil with drain wire |
| Outer jacket | High temperature PVC |
| Cable diameter (Nom.) | 6.5–7.0 mm |
| Linear wattage | 17 W/m |
| Supply voltage | 230 Vac, 50 Hz |
| Cold tail conductor | Solid/multi-strand tinned copper (AWG 18 & 16) |
| Cold tail insulation | XLPE |
| Cold tail shielding | Aluminium foil with drain wire |
| Cold tail outer jacket | High temperature PVC (thickness 30 Mil) |
| Cold tail length | 3.5 m |
| Mat carrier | FG Mesh, metallic fixing strip |
| Mesh type | Sticky, non-sticky, cross filament tape |
| Mesh width | 0.5 m |
| Heat density | 200 W/m² |
| Cable spacing | 85 mm |
Applications
- In-concrete heating across large surface areas
- Suitable for indoor heating
Certifications & Approvals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an in-slab underfloor heating cable?
An in-slab underfloor heating cable is an electric heating solution designed to be installed within concrete floor structures. WIPE hotwire's cable is designed for concrete floors, basement floors, and slab heating applications.
Where can an in-slab heating cable be used?
WIPE hotwire in-slab heating cables are designed for concrete floor heating, basement floor heating, and other indoor underfloor heating applications where the heating cable is integrated into the slab.
What is the heat output of the WIPE hotwire in-slab heating cable?
The in-slab underfloor heating cable provides a linear output of 5.6 W/ft at 240V and 60Hz, with a heat density of 19 W/sq.ft.
What are the key features of the in-slab underfloor heating cable?
The cable features a multi-strand heating conductor, ETFE insulation, polyester-laminated aluminum foil shielding, a high-temperature PVC outer jacket, and a 0.275-inch cable diameter. It is available with metallic fixing strip, FG mesh, and cross filament tape mat variants.
Is the WIPE hotwire in-slab underfloor heating cable suitable for indoor heating?
Yes. The in-slab underfloor heating cable is designed for indoor heating applications and is cUL Listed, with configurations suitable for concrete floor and slab installations.
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