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Flexible Heaters
Chromalox

Kapton*, Silicone-Rubber-Insulated, and Fiberglass-

Woven Heaters

Heaters Flexible in Design and Application to Fit Your Specific Needs

Chromalox Flexible Heaters Are Suited for Chromalox offers a selection of flexible heat-
Applications in a Wide Variety of Industries ers in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials
to apply direct and efficient heat to most any
• Medical • Transportation contour without sacrificing dependability.
• Semiconductor • Avionics & Holes and slots can be incorporated for posi-
Aerospace tioning on complex surfaces. Their thin profile
• Power Systems/
Motors • Manufacturing and direct application to a surface provide
• Communications • Military fast, efficient heat transfer, requiring less
• Food Service • Tank/Vessel power than traditional methods. In addition
Heating to standard models, our flexible heaters can
• Laminating/Forming
• Analytical be customized to your particular requirements.
• Chromatography
Instruments Call on Chromalox engineering support for
• Printing/Copying
• Electronics assistance to achieve a custom solution.
• Vending

*Kapton is the registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Kapton* Heaters

Thin-Profile Heaters with Superior Dimensional Stability and Flexibility A Unique Combination of Properties
for Critical Applications
The ability to deliver precision heat
distribution with ultra-thin, lightweight,
flexible construction makes Kapton
heaters ideal for applications that are
not suitable for other flexible heaters.
Medical
• Life support devices
• Sterilizers, autoclaves
• Surgical instruments
• Blood analyzers
• Sleep apnea equipment
• Dialysis machines
• Incubators
Analytical Instruments
• Diagnostic instruments
• DNA analyzers
• Tissue processors
Kapton* is a polyimide film that has • Chromatographs
Features of Kapton Heaters
high dielectric strength (1,000 Vac), Semiconductor Wafer Processing
• Voltages: 24, 28, 115, and
240 standard allowing for very thin heater construc- • Processing baths
tion. It encapsulates etched-foil heating • Chucks
• Watt densities:
elements bonded with FEP or acrylic
3 2.5 W/in.² (0.4 W/cm²), Aerospace, Avionics
adhesive. The result is a heater that
slow warming • Instrumentation
is not only remarkably thin−in general,
3 5.0 W/ in.² (0.8 W/cm²), • Devices
general-purpose heating about 0.007 in. (0.18 mm)−resulting
in fast thermal transfer, but also exhibits Electronics
3 10 W/in.² (1.6 W/cm²), quick
warming and high temperature superior dimensional stability, light • Photocopiers
range weight, and flexibility with bends as • Flat panel displays
• Temperature range: -328° to tight as 0.032 in. (0.81 mm). All together • Semicon vacuum
392°F (-200° to 200°C) this makes them ideal for putting heat • Computers
• Minimum bend radius: 0.032 in. efficiently and effectively exactly where
Chromalox Kapton heaters are avail-
(0.81 mm) you need it in applications with tight
able in a variety of shapes, sizes, and
• Resistance tolerances: ±10% space and weight limitations, and
wattages. Contact your Chromalox
• Overall thickness: 0.007 in. (0.18 even controlled heat profiles.
representative for assistance.
mm), except at lead exit
Kapton heaters are rugged and durable.
• Dielectric strength: 1,000 Vac
They resist most oils and chemicals,
• Power design features: including solvents and acids, and they
distributed wattage, dual voltage,
zoning, 3-phase can withstand radiation up to 10^6 rads.
• Sizes up to 12 x 18 in. (305 x
457 mm)

*Kapton is the registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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Chromalox SL-N General-Purpose Silicone-Rubber-Insulated Flexible Heaters

For the Greatest Flexibility in Meeting Your Application Requirements Chromalox SL silicone-rubber-insulated
heating elements are wire or etched-
foil heating circuits sandwiched be-
tween layers of fiberglass-reinforced
silicone rubber insulating material, pro-
viding flexibility and strength. They
are capable of flexing and will conform
to contoured surfaces. They can also
be preformed to complex shapes and
can be supplied with distributed wat-
tages and multiple heating circuits.

Ruggedness, dimensional stability,

flexibility, and superior weatherability
are all characteristics of reinforced
silicone-rubber heaters.

Standard SL-N General-Purpose Models

Chromalox standard SL-N general-
Features of SL-N General-Purpose Silicone-Rubber-Insulated Heaters purpose heaters are pre-designed
and available in a wide array of sizes
• Standard pre-designed sizes • Silicone-rubber material is UL
and ratings in stock recognized for watt densities of: and ratings. Some models are stocked
and can be shipped within 24 hours
• Made-to-order designs and 3 5 W/in.² (0.78 W/cm²) in open air
ratings available from receipt of order. All standard
3 10 W/in.² (1.55 W/cm²) attached
• Square, rectangular, round, and with factory-supplied PSA SL-N general-purpose heaters are
custom shapes supplied with 10-in. (254-mm) silicone-
3 15 W/in.² (2.33 W/cm²) vulcanized
• Standard 1 in. (254 mm) square to metal part insulated leads. Stocked items can
to 12 in. W x 48 in. L (305 mm be modified to include pressure-sen-
• Up to 40 W/in.² (6.20 W/cm²) pos-
W x 1,220 mm L) in 120 V sitive adhesive for mounting but require
sible with proper temperature control
• Custom sizes up to 36 in. W x additional lead time.
• Distributed wattage requirements
120 in. L (914 mm W x 3.048
can be met by design
mm L) up to 600 V To order, consult the ordering informa-
• Standard resistance tolerance: tion table on page 5, specifying model
• Thickness range from 0.030 to -10%, +5%
0.060 in. (0.762 to 1.524 mm) number, PCN, and quantity. Stocked
• Chemical and moisture resistant
• Silicone rubber material items ship within 24 hours from
temperature range: -80° to • Choice of mounting methods, temper- receipt of order.
+390°F (-18° to +200°C) ature controls, termination styles,
and grounding options available

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Custom SL-N General-Purpose Models Standard SL-N Heater Specification and Ordering Information
When a standard silicone-rubber-insu- Dimensions
lated flexible heater will not satisfy the Watts Volts
Width Length
Model No. PCN

exact requirements of your application, in. (mm) in. (mm)

custom SL-N general-purpose heaters 20 120 2 (528) 2 (528) SL-N-2-2-O-10-120V-20W 121611

50 120 2 (528) 5 (1,270) SL-N-2-5-O-10-120V-50W 121620
can be made to order to exact electrical 100 120 2 (528) 10 (2,540) SL-N-2-10-O-10-120V-100W 121638
and dimensional specifications. 150 120 2 (528) 15 (3,810) SL-N-2-15-O-10-120V-150W 121646
200 120 2 (528) 20 (5,080) SL-N-2-20-O-10-120V-200W 121654

Beyond having the same silicone rubber 200 240 2 (528) 20 (5,080) SL-N-2-20-O-10-240V-200W 121662

material temperature range, thickness 75 120 3 (762) 5 (1,270) SL-N-3-5-O-10-120V-75W 121726

150 120 3 (762) 10 (2,540) SL-N-3-10-O-10-120V-150W 121734
range, and resistance tolerance of stan- 225 120 3 (762) 15 (3,810) SL-N-3-15-O-10-120V-225W 121742
dard SL-N general-purpose heaters, 300 120 3 (762) 20 (5.080) SL-N-3-20-O-10-120V-300W 121769
300 240 3 (762) 20 (5,080) SL-N-3-20-O-10-240V-300W 121777
custom SL-N general-purpose heaters 375 120 3 (762) 25 (6,350) SL-N-3-25-O-10-120V-375W 121785
are available in custom shapes up to 600 120 3 (762) 40 (10,160) SL-N-3-40-O-10-120V-600W 121814

600 volts. They can be made of a 200 120 4 (1,016) 10 (2,540) SL-N-4-10-O-10-120V-200W 121822
250 120 5 (1,270) 10 (2,540) SL-N-5-10-O-10-120V-250W 121849
single piece up to 36 in. (915 mm) 375 120 5 (1,270) 15 (3,810) SL-N-5-15-O-10-120V-375W 121857
500 120 5 (1,270) 20 (5,080) SL-N-5-20-O-10-120V-500W 121865
wide by 120 in. (3,050 mm) long.
450 120 6 (1,524) 15 (3,810) SL-N-6-15-O-10-120V-450W 121873
600 120 6 (1,524) 20 (5,080) SL-N-6-20-O-10-120V-600W 121881
A variety of mounting methods, temp-
NOTE: All supplied with 10-in. (2,540-mm) leads.
erature control, and termination options
is available. There are also options
for grounding and a choice of integral
insulation. A description of the available
options is provided on pages 6 thru 8.

To order, consult the ordering inform-

ation on the facing page. Or consult
your Chromalox representative.

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SL-N Flexible Heaters Custom Ordering Information

Model Flexible Heating Elements

SL-N General-Purpose Heater

Code Special Mounting Features

N None V Velcro*
A Adhesive (PSA) S Spring
B Vulcanized SC Spring Clasp
F Foil Backing H Hooks
I Insulation C Preformed
E Eyelets/Mounting Holes

Code Physical Dimensions (in.)

xx.xx Smallest Dimensions (for circular-shaped heaters use designator “xx” only)
xx.xx Largest Dimensions (for circular-shaped heaters, add “OD” to the indicated outside
diameter, e.g., 8.25OD

Code Control Options

O None
P Preset Thermostat (specify temperature, e.g., 300°F max.)
A Adjustable Thermostat (range 70°-140°F, 70°-190°F, or 70°-425°F)
J Type J Thermocouple
K Type K Thermocouple
R RTD (specify rating)
D TFD (specify rating)
TF Thermal fuse (specify high limit)
T Thermistor (specify rating)

Code Lead Length

xx Lead Length, in. (10 in. Standard)
Power Cord Length, ft (6 ft Standard)

Code Lead Type

Silicone-Rubber-Insulated Leads
T Teflon* Insulated leads
CGM Power Cord without Plug, with Mesh Grid
CPGM Power Cord with Plug, with Mesh Grid
CG Power Cord with Integral Grounding, without Plug
CPG Power Cord with Integral Grounding, with Plug

Code Electrical Specifications

V Voltage
W Wattage
Single-Phase Is Standard;
Use “3P” for Three-Phase

SL- N 5 25 0 10 120V 100W Typical Model Number

SL- AI 25 25 40P/120P 6CPG 480V 400W Typical Model Number

Technical Notes:
1. Cutouts, notches, etc. must be indicated with accompanying detail drawings to show angle of curvature.
2. If adding abrasion protection, add designator: “F” for silicone rubber coated fiberglass sleeving; “A” for armor braiding.
3. Consult your local Chromalox Sales Office for recommended grounding methods.

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Options for Customizing Chromalox SL-N Silicone-Rubber-Insulated Flexible Heaters

Following are the various options based PSA that allows for our silicone- part or manufacture the part in-house;
available for customizing Chromalox rubber heaters to be mounted even providing you with unsurpassed
SL-N silicone-rubber-insulated flexible on curved surfaces. Simply peel away value-added work. In some cases,
heaters to your exact requirements. the protective backing and roll the special tooling may be required.
Use this information for working with heaters into place.
the ordering guidelines on page 5 or Eyelets, Mounting Bars and Hooks
to assist you in consulting with your Field-Applied RTV Adhesives These can be attached or bonded into
Chromalox representative. Room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) the heaters to allow for easy lacing of
adhesives can be used to mount heaters the heaters to the work. Mounting bars
Mounting Methods up to 5 W/in.² (0.78W/cm²). Your local provide the greatest strength and lon-
Chromalox provides the best and Dow Corning or GE RTV representative gevity because they are thin strips of
most economical mounting method can recommend different adhesives aluminum vulcanized between layers
for your application. based on your application. of rubber insulation.

Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) Factory Vulcanized Silicone or Nylon Straps

Silicone, silicone/acrylic, or acrylic Chromalox can factory vulcanize your Used with D-rings to provide a simple
pressure-sensitive adhesive tape can silicone rubber heating element directly method of mounting, the straps are
be factory bonded to your heating onto your part. This provides the great- slipped through and cinched tight.
element to provide a strong bond to est bond strength and best heat trans- The straps are vulcanized directly to
any clean, smooth surface. Chromalox fer capability of all mounting methods. the heaters to provide durability and
uses a specially manufactured silicone Chromalox can either vulcanize to your strength for repeated attachments.

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) Field-Applied Room-Temperature Vulcanizing Eyelets, Mounting Bars and Hooks
Adhesives (RTA)

Factory Vulcanizing Straps

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Velcro* Closures controlling your heated system. All maintains a stock of various temper-
Used for lightweight and low-tem- can be mounted to the heater or ature settings. Check on availability
perature heater applications, and be free-standing, sensing heater prior to ordering. Non-stock settings
on insulation blankets, Velcro hook- surface, air, or system surface may require additional lead-time.
and-loop material is generally sewn temperature. Sensors can be used
onto silicone rubber straps to provide in conjunction with one another to Adjustable Thermostats
greater strength and durability. provide controlling temperature and Available in the ranges of 70° to
overtemperature protection. 140°F (21° to 60°C), 70° to 190°F
Springs or Spring Clasps (21° to 88°C), or 70° to 425°F (21°
These are used for quick on/off attach- Preset Thermostats to 218°C), they are mounted to the
ment of the heaters. Mounting bars Bi-metal thermostats can be molded heaters and covered with a durable
or plates are vulcanized into the heaters into the heating elements for part sur- rubber box. Adjustments can be
for greater strength and serviceability. face, heater surface, or air temper- made with either a factory provided
Note: The exact circumference of the ature sensing. The thermostats are knob or with a screw driver. Other
part to be heated is required when mounted in-line with the elements or temperature ranges available on
using springs or spring clasps. have their own termination based on the request. Thermostats are rated for
amperage requirements of the heaters. 1,600 W maximum.
Temperature Controls
Thermostats are available in 10°F (6°C)
Chromalox provides a wide range of Thermocouples, RTDs, Thermal Fuses,
increments up to 300°F (149°C) or Thermistors
thermostats, thermocouples, RTDs,
125V/15A, 250V/10A Chromalox These can also be molded into the
thermal fuses, and thermistors for
heating elements to sense either heater
temperature or surface temperature of
your part.

Termination Styles
Chromalox offers many types of leads
and terminal connections for your
flexible heaters. Internal connections
to the elements can be made at any
point on the surface of the heater
or project from any edge. Internal or
mounted strain reliefs are used in all
Preset Thermostats Thermocouples, RTDs, Thermal Fuses, constructions to ensure durability of
or Thermistors
your flexible product.

Silicone-, Teflon*-, or Neoprene-Insulated

Stranded Leads
Stranded leads insulated with silicone,
Teflon, or neoprene can be encapsulated
in the heaters for direct power connec-
tion. Silicone-rubber-insulated leads
for temperatures to 390°F (199°C) are
standard for silicone-rubber heaters.
Lead wires can come with a choice
of terminals attached.
Adjustable Thermostat Lead Wires

*Velcro is the registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V.

Teflon is the registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 7
Silicone, Fiberglass Sleeving, or durability of the element. Ground wires, piercing mounting plates, or foil backing
Armor Braiding if used, can be mounted to internal can be incorporated in the heater con-
To provide greater abrasion resistance, grounding screens, mounting plates, or struction to ensure system grounding.
silicone, fiberglass sleeving, or armor foil backing. All “flying” ground wires are
braiding can be molded over the a minimum of 6 in. (152 mm) in length Insulation
lead-wires to provide greater and may have a ring terminal attached Insulation of the heater element can
abrasion resistance. for easy field grounding to your part. be achieved by factory bonding sili-
cone or foam rubber to the element
Power Cords Grounding or by encasing fiberglass insulation
Power cords either with or without plugs To meet evolving NEC requirements, as the outer layer of the heating ele-
can be vulcanized into SL-N silicone- Military standards, or your application ment. Encasing fiberglass is not rec-
rubber-insulated flexible heaters. Internal needs, grounding can be easily man- ommended for outdoor application
and external strain reliefs are used to aged with Chromalox flexible heaters. since “breathing holes” are used that
ensure cord attachment strength and Internal grounding screens, surface- may allow for moisture absorption.

Foil

Rubber
Insulation

Heating Element

Silicone Sleeving Armor Braid Sleeving Foil Backing

Top Layer of
Rubber Insulation

Fiberglass Heater
Insulation

Power Cord Encased Insulation

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Chromalox SL-B Silicone-Rubber-Insulated Enclosure and Air Heaters

Freeze and Condensate Protection in Enclosed Spaces

Chromalox SL-B silicone-rubber- The SL-B enclosure heaters are

Features of SL-B Silicone-Rub-
insulated enclosure and air heaters factory vulcanized to an aluminum
ber-Insulated Enclosure and
Air Heaters are used for freeze protection and mounting plate that allows for easy
condensate protection in electrical installation. The mounting surface is
• 25, 50, 100, and 200 watts
enclosures. They are also installed perpendicular to the heater and has
• 120 volts standard; 600 volts
in equipment to keep mechanical two mounting holes. If using the heater
available with special thermo-
stats (consult Chromalox) components functioning in applications with the integral thermostat, vertical
• Vulcanized to mounting plate for such as ATM machines and automatic mounting with the sensor towards the
easy installation doors. Shipment can be made within base of the enclosure is recommended.
• 10-in. (254-mm) silicone-insulated 24 hours from receipt of order.
leads standard
• Air-temperature-sensing thermo-
stats (40°F/4°C closed, 55°F/13°C Heater
open) ensure heater operation in
condensation-forming and other
air-heating application conditions
• Custom design available
(consult Chromalox)
Plate
Mounting
Surface Hole Position

Example installation of a Chromalox SL-B silicone-

rubber-insulted enclosure heater.

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Determining Minimum Recommended Wattage for SL-B Enclosure and Air Heater Applications
°F (°C) Total Surface Area, ft² (m²)
Above
Ambient 2 (0.2) 3 (0.3) 4 (0.8) 5 (0.5) 6 (0.6) 7.5 (0.7) 9 (0.9) 10 (1.0) 15 (1.4) 20 (1.9) 25 (2.3) 30 (2.8) 40 (3.7) 50 (4.7)
Uninsulated Enclosures
20 (11) 30 (2.8) 40 (3.7) 55 (5.1) 70 (6.5) 80 (7.4) 100 (9.3) 120 (11.1) 135 (12.5) 205 (19.1) 270 (25.1) 335 (31.1) 405 (37.6) 540 (50.2) 670 (62.3)
40 (22) 55 (5.1) 80 (7.4) 110 (10.2) 135 (12.5) 160 (14.9) 200 (18.6) 245 (22.8) 270 (25.1) 405 (37.6) 540 (50.2) 670 (62.3) 805 (74.8) 1,075 (99.9) 1,340 (124.5)
60 (33) 90 (8.4) 120 (11.1) 160 (14.9) 205 (19.1) 245 (22.8) 300 (27.9) 365 (33.9) 405 (37.6) 605 (56.2) 805 (74.8) 1,005 (93.4) 1,210 (186.7) 1,610 (149.6) 2,010 (186.7)
80 (44) 110 (10.2) 160 (14.9) 215 (20.0) 270 (25.1) 325 (30.2) 400 (37.2) 485 (45.1) 540 (50.2) 805 (74.8) 1,075 (99.9) 1,340 (124.5) 1,610 (149.6) 2,145 (199.3) 2,680 (249.0)
100 (55) 135 (12.5) 200 (18.6) 270 (25.1) 335 (31.1) 405 (37.6) 500 (46.5) 605 (56.2) 670 (62.3) 1,005 (93.4) 1,340 (124.5) 1,675 (155.6) 2,010 (186.7) 2,680 (249.0) 3,350 (311.2)
120 (66) 165 (15.3) 240 (22.3) 320 (29.7) 405 (37.6) 485 (45.1) 600 (55.7) 725 (67.4) 805 (74.8) 1,210 (112.4) 1,610 (149.6) 2,010 (186.7) 2,415 (224.4) 3,220 (299.1) 4,020 (373.5)
140 (77) 190 (17.7) 280 (26.0) 375 (34.8) 470 (43.7) 565 (52.5) 700 (65.0) 845 (78.5) 940 (87.3) 1,410 (131.0) 1,880 (174.7) 2,345 (217.9) 2,815 (261.5) 3,775 (350.7) 4,690 (435.7)
Insulated Enclosures
20 (11) 10 (0.9) 10 (0.9) 15 (1.4) 20 (1.9) 20 (1.9) 25 (2.3) 30 (2.8) 35 (3.3) 50 (4.7) 65 (6.0) 80 (7.4) 100 (9.3) 130 (12.1) 160 (14.9)
40 (22) 15 (1.4) 20 (1.9) 30 (2.8) 35 (3.3) 40 (3.7) 50 (4.7) 60 (5.6) 65 (6.0) 100 (9.3) 130 (12.1) 160 (14.9) 195 (18.1) 260 (24.2) 320 (29.7)
60 (33) 20 (1.9) 30 (2.8) 55 (5.1) 50 (4.7) 60 (5.6) 75 (7.0) 90 (8.4) 100 (9.3) 145 (13.5) 195 (18.1) 240 (22.3) 290 (26.9) 385 (35.8) 480 (44.6)
80 (44) 30 (2.8) 40 (3.7) 55 (5.1) 65 (6.0) 80 (7.4) 100 (9.3) 115 (10.7) 130 (12.1) 195 (18.1) 260 (24.2) 320 (29.7) 320 (29.7) 515 (47.9) 640 (59.5)
100 (55) 35 (3.3) 50 (4.7) 65 (6.0) 80 (7.4) 100 (9.3) 125 (11.6) 145 (13.5) 160 (14.9) 240 (22.3) 320 (29.7) 400 (37.2) 400 (37.2) 640 (59.5) 800 (74.3)
120 (66) 40 (3.7) 60 (5.6) 80 (7.4) 100 (9.3) 115 (10.7) 150 (13.9) 175 (16.3) 195 (18.1) 290 (26.4) 385 (35.8) 480 (44.6) 480 (44.6) 770 (71.5) 960 (89.2)
140 (77) 45 (4.2) 70 (6.5) 90 (8.4) 115 (10.7) 135 (12.5) 175 (16.3) 205 (19.1) 225 (20.9) 340 (31.6) 450 (41.8) 560 (52.0) 560 (52.0) 900 (83.6) 1,120 (104.1)

SL-B Heater Specification and Ordering Information

Dimensions
Watts Volts Heated Surface Plate Size Mounting Surface Model No. PCN
in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm)
Enclosure with In-Line Thermostat, 40°F (4°C)
25 120 2 x 5 (50 x 127) 2.5 x 5 (1.25 x 127) 0.5 x 5 (1.2.5 x 127) SL-B-2-5-55P 122622
50 120 2 x 5 (50 x 127) 2.5 x 5 (1.25 x 127) 0.5 x 5 (1.25 x 127) SL-B-2-5-55P 122606
100 120 2 x 10 (50 x 254) 2.5 x 10 (1.25 x 254) 0.5 x 10 (1.25 x 254) SL-B-2-10-55P 122585
200 120 4 x 10 (102 x 254) 4.5 x 10 (114 x 254) 0.5 x 10 (1.25 x 254) SL-B-4-10-55P 123297
Enclosure without Thermostat
25 120 2 x 5 (50 x 127) 2.5 x 5 (1.25 x 127) 0.5 x 5 (1.2.5 x 127) SL-B-2-5-O 122164
50 120 2 x 5 (50 x 127) 2.5 x 5 (1.25 x 127) 0.5 x 5 (1.25 x 127) SL-B-2-5-O 122593
100 120 2 x 10 (50 x 254) 2.5 x 10 (1.25 x 254) 0.5 x 10 (1.25 x 254) SL-B-2-10-O 122577
200 120 4 x 10 (102 x 254) 4.5 x 10 (114 x 254) 0.5 x 10 (1.25 x 254) SL-B-4-10-O 123300
Field Installable Thermostat Kit, 40°F (4°C)
— — — — — T-N-55P-Kit 122657

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Chromalox SLDH Silicone-Rubber-Insulated Drum Heaters

Low-Watt-Density Electrical Resistance Heat for a Variety of Applications

Features of SLDH Silicone-Rubber-

Insulated Flexible Heaters
• For 5-, 15-, 30-, and 55-gal metal
and non-metal drums
• Rugged and flexible
• Chemical and moisture resistant
• 120-volt models supplied with
6-ft (1.8-m) power cord and
three-prong plug; 240 volt
models do not include plug
• Optional built-in adjustable
thermostats available
• Easy to store
• Ship complete, ready to install
and use on arrival

Chromalox SLDH silicone-rubber- adjustable thermostat is available to level in the drum never falls below the
insulated drum heaters are designed control heater temperature from 70° location of the heater. The line graph
to provide low-watt-density electrical to 425°F (21° to 218°C) for steel on the next page illustrates the com-
resistance heat to the contents of drums drums or 70° to 140°F (21° to 60°C) parative efficiencies of one, two, and
for freeze protection, melting of low- for plastic drums. three SLDH heaters on a 55-gal drum.
melting-point solids, viscosity control of
fluids, and temperature maintenance The SLDH drum heater heats the Stock sizes are available to accom-
of materials while in use. contents of the drum by convection. modate standard-size 5-, 15-, 30-,
Heating occurs from where the heater and 55-gal drums. Girth extension
The heaters are constructed of chem- is installed to the top of the drum. If straps are available to use SLDH
ical- and moisture-resistant silicone- the entire drum is to be heated, the drum heaters on non-standard-
rubber-reinforced fiberglass cloth SLDH heater should be installed as size drums or to adapt SLDH drum
laminated around resistance wire near to the bottom of the drum as pos- heaters to larger drums or other
with a wire-mesh screen for ground- sible. If only part of the material is to cylindrical containers similar in size.
fault protection and a heavy-duty spring be heated, the drum heater should The girth extension straps permit
assembly for attachment to the drum. be installed around the center or top extending the length of the heater
The construction of the SLDH heater portion of the drum. This enables by ½ in. (12.7 mm) to 10 in. (254 mm)
provides flexibility without fear of pre- faster heat-up and saves energy. in circumference.
mature failure. An optional built-in Take care to ensure that the material

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SLDH Heater Specification and Ordering Information
Drum Size Adjustable Thermostat Heater Width Heater Weight
Drum Type Watts Volts Model No. PCN
gal (l) °F (°C) in. (mm) lb (kg)

5 (20) Metal 550 120 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 4 (102) 1.4 (0.64) SLDH-05-A-6CPGM-1-55 123123
15 (57) Metal 500 120 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.412 (0.64) SLDH-15-A-6CPGM-1-50 123131
15 (57) Metal 500 240 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.412 (0.64) SLDH-15-1-6CGM-2-50 123211
15 (57) Metal 700 240 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.6 (0.73) SLDH-15-A-6CPGM-1-70 123140
30 (115) Metal 750 120 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.7 (0.77) SLDH 30-A-6CPGM-1-75 123158
30 (115) Metal 750 240 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.7 (0.77) SLDH-30-A-6CGM-2-75 123220
30 (115) Metal 1,000 120 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 2 (0.91) SLDH-30-A-6CPGM-1-100 123166
55 (210) Metal 1,000 120 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.9 (0.86) SLDH-55-A-6CPGM-1-100 123174
55 (210) Metal 1,000 240 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 3 (76) 1.9 (0.86) SLDH-55-A-6CGM-2-100 123238
55 (210) Metal 1,200 120 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 4 (102) 2.3 (1.04) SLDH-55-A-6CPGM-1-120 123182
55 (210) Metal 1,200 240 70 - 425 (21 - 218) 4 (102) 2.3 (1.04) SLDH-55-A-6CGM-2-120 123246
5 (20) Plastic 300 120 70 - 140 (21 - 60) 9.5 (241) 3.4 (1.54) SLDHP-05-A-6CPGM-1-30 123190
55 (210) Plastic 750 120 70 - 140 (21 - 60) 9.5 (241) 5.1 (2.31) SLDHP-55-A-6CPGM-1-75 123203

Drum Size/Capacity Cross Reference

1,000-Watt, 55-Gallon ( 210 l ) Drum Heater Performance
Drum Size Diameter Diameter Drum Capacity
Covered Drum Filled with Water at gal in. mm l
Ambient Temperature (70°F /21°C)
55 22 ½ (nom.) 570 210
210 (99)
3 DRUM HEATERS 30 19 ½ (nom.) 470 115
200 (93)
15 13 ½ (nom.) 343 57
190 (88) 5 11 ½ (nom.) 290 20

180 (82)

170 (77)
2 DRUM HEATERS
160 (71)
Content Temperature, °F (°C)

150 (66)

140 (60)

130 (54) 1 DRUM HEATER Girth extension straps.

120 (49)

110 (43)

100 (38)

90 (32)

80 (27)

70 (21)

0 (0)
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
Hours

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Chromalox PHD and PHDT Heavy-Duty Fiberglass Woven Drum Heaters

Durability and Strength for Harsh Working Environments

Features of PHD and PHDT

Heavy-Duty Fiberglass Woven
Heaters
• For 5-, 15-, 30-, and 55-gal
metal drums
• Strong, durable, ideal for harsh
working environments
• Chemical and moisture resistant
• 120-volt models supplied with
6-ft (1.8-m) power cord and three-
prong plug; 240 volt models do
not include plug
• PHDT models include adjustable
thermostats
• Ground fault protection standard
• Easy to store
• Ship complete, ready to install and
use on arrival

Chromalox PHD heavy-duty fiberglass woven drum heaters provide low-watt- be installed as near to the bottom of
woven drum heaters are constructed density electrical resistance heat for the drum as possible. If only part of the
of fiberglass-insulated resistance wire freeze protection, melting of low- material is to be heated, the drum heater
woven into a mesh blanket and then melting-point solids, viscosity control should be installed around the center
encased in layers of silicone rubber. of fluids, and temperature maintenance or top portion of the drum. This enables
Like Chromalox SLDH silicone-rubber- of materials while in use. But because faster heat-up and saves energy. Care
insulated drum heaters, PHD fiberglass of their construction, PHD woven drum must be given to ensure that the mater-
heaters are much stronger and more ial level in the drum never falls below
durable than silicone-rubber-insulated the location of the heater.
drum heaters, making them better
suited for harsh working environments. PHD heavy-duty fiberglass woven drum
heaters are available with a built-in
Heating occurs by convection from thermostat to control heater temper-
the point where the heater is installed ature from 50° to 425°F (10° to 218°C).
to the top of the drum. If the entire drum These models are designated PHDT.
is to be heated, the PHD heater should
Fiberglass woven construction makes Chromalox PHD
and PHDT drum heaters stronger and more durable for
harsh-working-environment applications

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There are PHD and PHDT models Girth extension straps are available cylindrical containers similar in size. The
for all standard-size 5-, 15-, 30-, and for using PHD and PHDT drum heaters girth extension straps permit extending
55-gal drums. on non-standard-size drums or to adapt the length of the heater by ½ to 10 in.
the drum heaters to larger drums or other (12.7 to 254 mm) in circumference.
All PHD and PHDT fiberglass woven
drum heaters feature a grounded Drum Size/Capacity Cross Reference
heating element for electrical pro- Drum Size Diameter Diameter Drum Capacity
gal. in. mm l
tection. They come with a spring clasp
55 22 ½ (nom.) 570 210
for snug attachment to the circum-
30 19 ½ (nom.) 470 115
ference of the drum.
15 13 ½ (nom.) 343 57
5 11 ½ (nom.) 290 20 Girth extension straps.

PHD and PHDT Heater Specification and Ordering Information

Drum PHD PHDT*

Size Watts Volts

Type Model No. PCN Model No. PCN
gal (l)

5 (20) Metal 1,200 120 PHD-55-1-12 123027 PHDT-55-1-12 123107

15 (57) Metal 1,200 240 PHD-55-2-12 123035 PHDT-55-2-12 123115
15 (57) Metal 1,000 120 PHD-30-1-10 122980 PHDT-30-1-10 123060
15 (57) Metal 1,000 240 PHD-30-2-10 122999 PHDT-30-2-10 123078
30 (115) Metal 700 120 PHD-15-1-7 122964 PHDT-15-1-7 123043
30 (115) Metal 700 240 PHD-15-2-7 122972 PHDT-15-2-7 123051
30 (115) Metal 550 120 PHD-5-1-5 123000 PHDT-5-1-5 123086
55 (210) Metal 550 240 PHD-5-2-5 123019 PHDT-5-2-5 123094
Girth Extension Strap PDES-10 290132 PDES-10 290132

*PHDT includes built-in 50° to 425°F (10° to 218°C) adjustable thermostat.

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Chromalox IBG Flexible Thermal Drum Insulation Blanket

Increase the Heating Efficiency, Reduce the Operating Costs of Your Drum Heaters

Chromalox IBG drum insulation Full-coverage thermal insulation blan-

Features of IBG Flexible Thermal
blankets are bulk fiberglass insulation kets are available and made-to-order
Drum Insulation Blankets
covered with silicone glass cloth, to your specifications. Contact your
• For 5-, 15-, 30-, and 55-gal drums
designed for use with Chromalox Chromalox representative for assistance.
• Flexible, easy to mount
drum heaters. These energy-saving
• 450°F (230°C) maximum blankets increase heating efficiency IBG insulation blankets may be easily
exposure temperature installed with Velcro* fasteners. The
and reduce operating costs. They
• Chemical and moisture resistant blankets are moisture resistant but
cover only the drum heater and
provide thermal protection from the not waterproof.
heater’s back, heated surface.

IBG Insulation Blanket Specification and Ordering Information

Drum Size Weight Model No. PCN
gal ( l ) lb (kg)

5 (20) 2 (1) IBG-5 298070

15 (57) 2 (1) IBG-15 299225
30 (115) 3 (1.5) IBG-30 299233
55 (210) 3 (1.5) IBG-55 298089

*Velcro is the registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V.

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