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8 AWG 2C Nickel-Plated Copper Shield TC Braid Fluoropolyme Hazardous SC Series Heating Cable

Allowable Ampacity for 8 AWG 2C Nickel-Plated Copper Shield TC Braid Fluoropolyme Hazardous SC Series Heating Cable: 100 Amps

About:

This heating cable is an 8 AWG, two-conductor configuration, utilizing a nickel-plated copper shield and encased in a fluoropolymer insulation, tailored for hazardous settings. The SC Series designation likely implies a focus on safety and compliance in challenging conditions, ensuring the cable's suitability for high-risk areas.

Also Known As:

• Hazardous environment dual-core heating cable
• Nickel-plated copper shielded heating cable for hazardous locations
• Fluoropolymer-insulated trace heating cable for safety-critical applications
• SC series dual-conductor explosion-proof heating cable

Application:

• Temperature maintenance or freeze protection in petrochemical processing plants.
• Heating requirements in areas with explosive atmospheres, such as refineries or paint manufacturing plants.
• Critical temperature control in pharmaceutical or food processing facilities where hazardous materials are present.
• Surface heating in locations where flammable gases or dust might accumulate, such as grain elevators or wood processing plants.

Standards:

• ATEX or IECEx standards for equipment used in explosive atmospheres, guaranteeing global compliance.
• NEC guidelines for hazardous locations, ensuring safe installation and operation within North America.
• Certifications from recognized bodies like UL or CSA, affirming its safety and quality.
• Potential adherence to specific industry regulations, ensuring its applicability across various sectors.

Construction:

• Core: Two 8 AWG conductors, nickel-plated to enhance corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity.
• Insulation: A robust fluoropolymer layer encases each conductor, offering superior electrical insulation and resistance to aggressive chemicals.
• Shielding: A tinned copper braid around the insulated conductors provides mechanical protection, grounding capabilities, and protection against electromagnetic interference.
• Outer Jacket: A high-grade fluoropolymer jacket shields the entire assembly, ensuring resilience against environmental stresses and chemical exposure.

Features:

• Fast installation, with long circuit length capability: up to 12,000 ft/3659 m from a single power source
• Safe and efficient in operation, supports high voltages up to 600 VAC
• Reliable during long life: 10 year extended product warranty available, maintenance free

Specifications:

• Bus wire size: 8 AWG
• Conductor Quantity: 2
• Item Name: 2SC80-CT
• Outer Jacket Material: Fluoropolymer
• Area Classification: Non-Hazardous; Hazardous
• Color: Red
• Supply Voltage: 0 – 600 V
• Nominal Resistance @ 68°F: 0.001298 Ω/ft
• Nominal Width: 0.61 in
• Nominal Height: 0.37 in
• Min Bending Radius: 1 in
• Max Power Output: 12 W/ft
• Max Continuous Exposure Temperature, Power Off: 400 °F
• Max Intermittent Exposure Temperature, Power Off: 400 °F
• Min Installation Temperature: -40 °F
• Weight: 0.18 lb/ft
• Part Number: 127284-000

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