RT FlexiPanel TM Tank and Vessel Heating Panel

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1 RT FlexiPanel TM Tank and Vessel ing Panel Application... Metallic Tank and Vessel ing The RT FlexiPanel is a self-contained, high performance flexible heating panel designed specifically for use on metallic tanks and vessels. Designed to provide heat outputs at 3100 Watts per square metre or less, the RT FlexiPanel distributes heat evenly over the entire panel surface. The low profile flexible design of the panel permits rapid, trouble-free installation using the mounting kit available from Thermon. To ensure multiple flow paths for electrical current to pass, the RT FlexiPanel utilises a parallel circuit design based on a stamped high temperature alloy heating element. This design eliminates the burnout potential common with series wire-based designs. The rugged construction of the RT FlexiPanel includes a tough metal jacket that provides mechanical protection during handling and installation. The panel s heating element is further protected from vibration and moisture by sandwiching it in a heat-laminated layer of silicone rubber that provides cushion and a watertight seal. RT FlexiPanels are approved for use in ordinary (nonclassified) and hazardous (classified) areas per U.S. standards. Ratings 1... Nominal outputs , 1000 and 2000 W Supply voltages Vac Maximum maintenance temperature C Maximum continuous exposure temperature Power-off C Thermal cutout switch setting C Minimum installation temperature C Basic Accessories... Mounting Kit: All FlexiPanels require a mounting kit for installing the panel to a tank or vessel wall. Refer to the back of this specification sheet for details Construction... 1 High Temperature Lead Wires (1.3 mm 2 ) 2 Overtemperature Safety Cutout Switch 3 Protective Metal Jacket 4 Parallel Circuit High Temperature Alloy ing Element 5 -Laminated, High Temperature Silicone Rubber Insulation Certification/Approval... Factory Mutual Research Hazardous (Classified) Locations Notes Custom sizes, Watt densities and operating voltages are available; contact Thermon for design assistance. 2. Thermal cutout switch settings are available from 43 C to 160 C; contact Thermon for additional THERMON... The Tracing Specialists European Headquarters Boezemweg KG Pijnacker PO Box AE Pijnacker The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0) Facsimile: +31 (0) Corporate Headquarters 100 Thermon Dr. PO Box 609 San Marcos, TX U.S.A. Phone: Facsimile:

2 RT FlexiPanel TM Tank and Vessel ing Panel Available RT Panels 1... Product Type Service Voltage Output W Current Draw A Lead Wires and Terminations... Density W/m 2 Panel Dimensions mm RT x 610 RT x 1067 RT x 2134 Each FlexiPanel is equipped with 1.83 m long high temperature silicone rubber insulated wires with a liquid-tight conduit fitting. Other three-wire cords are available; contact Thermon. Circuit Breaker Sizing and Type... Multiple panels can be energised from the same circuit breaker based on operating voltage and current draw. The current draw, breaker sizing and earth-fault protection should be based on applicable local codes. For information on design and performance on other voltages, contact Thermon. Earth-fault protection of equipment should be provided for each branch circuit supplying electric heating equipment. 1. RT FlexiPanels can be custom-fabricated to specific voltages, heat outputs and physical dimensions; contact Thermon. Accessories... RTM Mounting Kit: Provides the materials and tools necessary to install RT FlexiPanels. Kit includes adhesive with applicator, spreader, roller and attachment tape. One kit will facilitate the installation of up to 7500 cm 2 of heating panel. Control Thermostats: Thermon offers a complete line of mechanical thermostats and electronic control and monitoring modules designed and approved specifically for electric heat tracing applications. Power Distribution: For heating applications involving multiple tank or vessel heating circuits or where FlexiPanels will be used in conjunction with electric pipe heat tracing, Thermon can provide complete power distribution and control panels. These panels can be custom-designed to meet the specific requirements of an application, including enclosure type and control and monitoring capabilities. Contact Thermon for complete Form TEP0030U-1200 Thermon Manufacturing Co. Printed in U.S.A. Information subject to change.

3 RTF FlexiPanel TM Tank and Vessel ing Panel Application... Nonmetallic Tank and Vessel ing The RTF FlexiPanel is a self-contained, high performance flexible heating panel designed specifically for use on fibreglass and plastic tanks or vessels and for metallic tanks or vessels containing high viscosity or temperature-sensitive fluids. Designed to provide heat outputs at 1085 Watts per square metre or less, the RTF FlexiPanel distributes heat evenly over the entire panel surface to maintain stable temperatures. The low profile flexible design of the panel permits rapid, trouble-free installation using the mounting kit available from Thermon. To ensure multiple flow paths for electrical current to pass, the RTF FlexiPanel utilises a parallel circuit design based on a stamped high temperature alloy heating element. This design eliminates the burnout potential common with series wire-based designs. The rugged construction of the RTF FlexiPanel includes a tough metal jacket that provides mechanical protection during handling and installation. The panel s heating element is further protected from vibration and moisture by sandwiching it in a heat-laminated layer of silicone rubber that provides cushion and a watertight seal. RTF FlexiPanels are approved for use in ordinary (nonclassified) and hazardous (classified) areas per U.S. standards. Ratings 1... Nominal output W Supply voltages Vac Maximum maintenance temperature C Maximum continuous exposure temperature Power-off C Thermal cutout switch setting C Minimum installation temperature C Basic Accessories Construction... 1 High Temperature Lead Wires (1.3 mm 2 ) 2 Overtemperature Safety Cutout Switch 3 Protective Metal Jacket 4 Parallel Circuit High Temperature Alloy ing Element 5 -Laminated, High Temperature Silicone Rubber Insulation Certification/Approval... Factory Mutual Research Hazardous (Classified) Locations Mounting Kit: All FlexiPanels require a mounting kit for installing the panel to a tank or vessel wall. Refer to the back of this specification sheet for details. Notes Custom sizes, Watt densities and operating voltages are available; contact Thermon for design assistance. 2. Thermal cutout switch settings are also available at 60 C for low density polyethylene tanks and 82 C for high density polyethylene tanks. Contact Thermon for additional THERMON... The Tracing Specialists European Headquarters Boezemweg KG Pijnacker PO Box AE Pijnacker The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0) Facsimile: +31 (0) Corporate Headquarters 100 Thermon Dr. PO Box 609 San Marcos, TX U.S.A. Phone: Facsimile:

4 RTF FlexiPanel TM Tank and Vessel ing Panel Available RTF Panels 1... Product Type Lead Wires and Terminations... Each FlexiPanel is equipped with 1.83 m long high temperature silicone rubber insulated wires with a liquid-tight conduit fitting. Other three-wire cords are available; contact Thermon. Accessories... Service Voltage Output W Current Draw A Density W/m 2 Panel Dimensions mm RTF x 1524 RTF x 2134 Circuit Breaker Sizing and Type... Multiple panels can be energised from the same circuit breaker based on operating voltage and current draw. The current draw, breaker sizing and earth-fault protection should be based on applicable local codes. For information on design and performance on other voltages, contact Thermon. Earth-fault protection of equipment should be provided for each branch circuit supplying electric heating equipment. 1. RTF FlexiPanels can be custom-fabricated to specific voltages, heat outputs and physical dimensions; contact Thermon. RTM Mounting Kit: Provides the materials and tools necessary to install RTF FlexiPanels. Kit includes adhesive with applicator, spreader, roller and attachment tape. One kit will facilitate the installation of up to 7500 cm 2 of heating panel. Control Thermostats: Thermon offers a complete line of mechanical thermostats and electronic control and monitoring modules designed and approved specifically for electric heat tracing applications. Power Distribution: For heating applications involving multiple tank or vessel heating circuits or where FlexiPanels will be used in conjunction with electric pipe heat tracing, Thermon can provide complete power distribution and control panels. These panels can be custom-designed to meet the specific requirements of an application, including enclosure type and control and monitoring capabilities. Contact Thermon for complete Form TEP0031U-1200 Thermon Manufacturing Co. Printed in U.S.A. Information subject to change.

5 HT Module Hopper ing Module Application... Hopper and Chute ing The HT hopper heating module is a rugged, self-contained high performance heater designed for reliable operation on surfaces prone to vibration. Designed to provide heat outputs up to 4650 Watts per square metre depending on the application, the HT module distributes heat evenly over the entire panel surface. To ensure optimal performance, each system is engineered by Thermon based on the heating requirements of the application. A parallel circuit design, based on a stamped high temperature INCONEL heating element, provides the HT heating module with multiple flow paths for electrical current to pass. This design eliminates the burnout potential common with series wire-based designs. Protection of the heating element from vibration is achieved with a cushion layer of insulation that also directs the flow of heat from the module to the surface being heated. The rugged construction of the module includes a tough 20-gauge aluminized steel shell that provides mechanical protection during handling, installation and operation. Weld splatter, rust or oil will not affect the integrity or performance of the heater. The low profile design of the panel permits rapid, trouble-free installation. HT hopper heating modules are approved for use in ordinary (nonclassified) and hazardous (classified) areas per U.S. standards. Ratings 1... Maximum Watt density W/m 2 Supply voltages Vac Maximum maintenance temperature C Maximum continuous exposure temperature Power-off C Minimum installation temperature C Basic Accessories... Mounting Kit: All HT heating modules include a mounting kit comprised of a reinforced channel, spacers, attachment nuts and washers. Mounting studs, installation templates and other accessories are also available. Refer to the back of this specification sheet for details Construction... 1 Fluoropolymer Insulated High Temperature 1.3 mm 2 Lead Wires (with stress relief at connection) 2 Parallel Circuit High Temperature Alloy ing Element 3 Temperature-Rated Insulation (directs energy towards surface to be heated) 4 20-Gauge Aluminized Steel Protective Enclosure 5 20-Gauge Aluminized Steel Protective Cover with Reinforced Attachment Channel Certification/Approval... Factory Mutual Research Hazardous (Classified) Locations 1. Watt density and operating voltage are based on application-specific availability and requirements. THERMON... The Tracing Specialists European Headquarters Boezemweg KG Pijnacker PO Box AE Pijnacker The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0) Facsimile: +31 (0) Corporate Headquarters 100 Thermon Dr. PO Box 609 San Marcos, TX U.S.A. Phone: Facsimile:

6 HT Module Hopper ing Module Available HT Module Sizes... Product Type 1 Base Module Module Dimensions cm Stud Spacing cm x x x x x x x x Circuit Breaker Sizing and Type... Multiple modules can be energised from the same circuit breaker based on operating voltage and current draw. The current draw, breaker sizing and earth-fault protection should be based on applicable local codes. 1. Product types shown are partial descriptions. Delivered product will have prefix and suffix designations to identify complete design parameters; contact Thermon for design assistance. Accessories... Mounting Studs: Weld studs with ceramic ferrules (2 per heater). Lead Wire Routing Guide: Provides protective routing for heater wiring between heating module and junction box. Junction Box: Enclosure with 600 V terminal strips (optional mounting bracket available). High Temperature Splice Kit: Temperature rated to 538 C, kit permits splicing of heating module lead wires (12 splices per kit). Control Thermostats: Thermon offers a complete line of mechanical thermostats and electronic control and monitoring modules designed and approved specifically for electric heat tracing applications. Power Distribution: For heating applications involving multiple hopper heating circuits or where hopper modules will be used in conjunction with electric pipe heat tracing, Thermon can provide complete power distribution and control panels. These panels can be custom-designed to meet the specific requirements of an application, including enclosure type and control and monitoring capabilities. Contact Thermon for complete Form TEP0046U-1200 Thermon Manufacturing Co. Printed in U.S.A. Information subject to change.