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How It Works
At a Glance:
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A low-voltage cable is safely
installed in concrete,
asphalt, mortar bed, pavers,
or thinset.
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A control unit heats
the element underneath
the concrete to melt snow and ice.
Dimensions: 17"x12"x8".
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An activation device automatically turns on the snow melting system when it senses moisture and cold temperatures.
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A Closer Look:
The low-voltage, radiant snow melting systems contain four main components:
1) Rough-in Kit - This kit includes cold lead and a backplate for hanging the control unit. The backplate is attached to
two wall studs and is heavy duty for hanging the 90+ lb. control unit.
2) Heating Element - A low voltage is used for melting snow on concrete and asphalt surfaces, pavers,
brick, and more. The cable is spaced at 4" for concrete and asphalt retrofit applications and is kept within 2" of the surface
for maximum performance. The cable can be retrofit into existing concrete and asphalt, but only installed in new pour concrete. Low-voltage cable
can not be installed in new pour asphalt because the heat from the asphalt will melt the cable. Our line-voltage BlueHeat system, however,
can be installed in new asphalt. Visit our section on this great new product.
3) Control Unit - The control unit contains the brains of the system, along with the step-down transformer, which converts the line voltage (220 V.)
to the low voltage (60 V. or less). The control unit uses the same 17"x12"x8" box for each system that will heat 6 to 200 sq. ft. and uses a different
sized Transformer, depending on the size of the area to be heated. The advanced circuitry in the control units regulates the system assuring safe, accurate, and optimal performance.
4) Activation Device - There are three different activation devices to choose from: a 12-hour timer, an aerial-mounted snow switch, and a pavement-mounted snow switch. Depending on whether system automation is important to your application, one of our specialists can help you select which
activation device will be best for you.
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