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Retro-FM ®
Brand: Heat-LineRetro-FM is an advanced, tubular self-regulating heating cable system that is used internally for efficient and reliable pipe freeze protection in pressurized applications of 230PSI or less.
Retro-FM is a patented and unique conductive tubular system designed to provide internal freeze protection for existing, problematic, pressurized sewage and grey water force mains and large diameter pressurized potable water pipes without the need to excavate.
The Retro-FM is supplied job-ready with a 1-inch non-metallic MIP fitting and a 1 inch FIP X 2 inch MIP PVC bushing complete with a 120 or 240 volt direct plug and in-line GFI (GFI models only), no additional electrical work is required.
Features- 5 year limited warranty, 10 year extended warranty available
- Can be installed inside metallic and non-metallic pipes
- Provides reliable freeze protection for many pipe diameters
- Easily and quickly installed on most existing pipes without their removal
- Will never melt or burnout the pipe, even if the pipe is dry
- Can be fully insulated to increase energy efficiency
- Can be used with various control devices including timers and thermostats
- Ease of installation can be pushed in up to 150 ft. (46m) and sometimes greater
- Long systems can be drawn in with electrical or plumbers fish tape or rope
- Suitable for above ground applications when properly insulated
- No need to excavate below the frost line, thus saving costs on installation
- Can fit existing pipes 2 inches ID and greater
- Available in 10ft. (3m) increments to a maximum length of 540ft. (165m), custom lengths are available
Specifications
Brand
Approvals
- cCSAus approved (Canada and USA) LR85446
- cCSAus NSF/ ASNI 61 Certified for Potability
- Usage P and X Canada
- Installation Type A USA
- Certified for Pressure systems Operating at a Max. of 230 psi
Electrical Specifications
- Self-Regulating/Conductive Polymer Tubular Heater
- 120 Volt systems - 5 watt /ft. (15 watt/m) at 50° F (10C), Max. length 230 ft. (70 m)
- 240 Volt systems - 5 watt /ft. (15 watt/m) at 50° F (10C), Max. length 540 ft. (165 m)
- GFC models - 20 ft. (6 m) Power Supply lead with 27 milliamp ground Fault Circuit interrupter plug-in device
- CS models - 20 ft (6 m), 12-14 AWG SJEOOW Supply cord for direct hardwire Connection, GFCI must be field installed
Plumbing Specifications
- Certified for Pressures up to 230 psi
- 1/2 inch I.D. chemical resistant HDPE
- 1 inch Non-metallic MIP Staged Fitting for Connection
- 1 inch FIP x 2 inch MIP PVC reducing bushing
- Minimum internal pipe size Required is 2 inch I.D.