NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
LT-HSS SPLICE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-HSS Splice Kit is for use with braided versions of
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems’ type HLT heater cables in
ordinary and hazardous areas.
STRIPPING PROCEDURES
102mm (4")
n Unravel approximately 102mm (4”) of braid
to form a ground strap.
!
DO NOT CUT BUS WIRES
KIT CONTENTS
5 Uninsulated Splice Connectors
10 Insulated Splice Connectors
5 Shrink Tubes, 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”) length
q Shave core material from the outside of
each bus wire.
51mm (2")
o Lightly cut around heater outer jacket 51mm (2")
from the end. Lightly cut the outer jacket up the
center between the first cut mark & the cable end.
Bend cable to break outer jacket.
p Remove jacket from the heater cable.
r Starting at the end, pull each bus wire away
from the core material and remove exposed core
material.
t Repeat steps 1-5 for both heater cables.
u Proceed to “Shrink Tube Procedures”, sheet 2.
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GA-1439 Rev. 3
Sheet 1 of 2
December 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
LT-HSS SPLICE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
SHRINK TUBE PROCEDURES
32mm (1.25")
n Position both heater cables with the ground braid on
the same side. Remove 32mm (1.25”) of bus wire
from each heater cable to offset for insulated splice
connectors.
Shrink Tube
p Center the shrink tube over the connectors leaving
the braid straps exposed. Shrink with heat gun until
completely shrunk. A uniform bead of glue should
appear around the ends of the shrink tube.
o Slide a shrink tube over one of the heater cables.
Crimp an insulated splice connector to each bus
wire connecting the two heater cables together.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at
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GA-1439 Rev. 3
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December 2005
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q If necessary, cut excess length from braid straps.
Crimp the braid straps together into an uninsulated
splice connector. Secure the connector at the
indented area with one and a half wraps of
fiberglass tape (not included in kit).
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-HST TEE SPLICE KIT
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-HST Tee Splice Kit is for use with braided
versions of Nelson Heat Tracing Systems’ type HLT
heater cables in ordinary and hazardous areas.
STRIPPING PROCEDURES
102mm (4")
n Unravel approximately 102mm (4”) of braid
to form a ground strap.
!
DO NOT CUT BUS WIRES
KIT CONTENTS
5 Wire Ties
2 Tubes of Silicone
5 Uninsulated Splice Connectors
10 Insulated Splice Connectors
5 Shrink Tubes, 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”) length
q Shave core material from the outside of
each bus wire.
51mm (2")
o Lightly cut around heater outer jacket 51mm (2")
from the end. Lightly cut the outer jacket up the
center between the first cut mark & the cable end.
Bend cable to break outer jacket.
p Remove jacket from the heater cable.
r Starting at the end, pull each bus wire away
from the core material and remove exposed core
material.
t Repeat steps 1-5 for all heater cables.
u Proceed to “Shrink Tube Procedures”, sheet 2.
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GA-1484 Rev. 2
Sheet 1 of 2
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-HST TEE SPLICE KIT
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
SHRINK TUBE PROCEDURES
BB
32mm (1.25")
A A
n Position three heater cables with the ground braid on
the same side. Remove 32mm (1.25”) of bus wire
from each heater cable to offset for the insulated
splice connectors.
Shrink Tube
Wire Tie
q Center the shrink tube over the connectors leaving
the braid straps exposed. Shrink with heat gun until
completely shrunk. A uniform bead of glue should
appear around the ends of the shrink tube.
r Fasten a wire tie around the two heater cables to
hold in place.
VIEW A-A
VIEW B-B
Silicone
o Slide a shrink tube over the single heater cable side.
Twist bus wires together from the two heater cables
and crimp into insulated splice connectors, then
connect to the single heater cable.
p Inject a generous amount of silicone between the
two heater cables forming a moisture barrier.
s If necessary, cut excess length from braid straps.
Crimp the braid straps together into an uninsulated
splice connector. Secure connector at the indented
area with one and a half wraps of fiberglass tape
(not included in kit).
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at
www.nelsonheaters.com.
P.O. BOX 726 TULSA, OK 74101 TEL 918-627-5530 FAX 918-641-7336 www.nelsonheaters.com
GA-1484 Rev. 2
Sheet 2 of 2
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION
LT-MP POWER END TERMINATION KIT
DESCRIPTION
The LT-MP Power End Termination Kit is for use with all
versions of Nelson Heat Tracing Systems’ LT, CLT, HLT and
NC heater cables. Compatible for use with any vendor’s heater
cables smaller than 11mm (0.44”) diameter.
OVERJACKET PRODUCTS
For Braided Products proceed to step 4 below.
!
WARNING:
DO NOT CUT BRAID
127mm (5")
n Lightly cut around heater overjacket 127mm (5")
from the end. Bend cable to break the overjacket.
o Lightly cut overjacket up the center between first
cut mark and the cable end. Bend cable to break the
overjacket.
r At the bulge, separate the braid to make an opening.
INSTRUCTIONS
KIT CONTENTS
5 Power Terminations
1 Tube of Silicone
s While bending the heater cable, work it through the
braid opening.
p Remove overjacket from heater cable.
q Move braid back toward the overjacket,
creating a bulge.
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t Pull the braid tight.
u Proceed to “LT, CLT & HLT Products”, sheet 2.
114mm (4.5")
GA-1451 Rev. 6
Sheet 1 of 4
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION
LT-MP POWER END TERMINATION KIT INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ALL NELSON LT, CLT & HLT PRODUCTS
(See sheet 3 for an alternate method of HLT products.)
102mm (4")
n Lightly cut around cable outer jacket 102mm (4")
from the end. Bend cable to break outer jacket.
o Lightly cut the outer jacket up the center between
the first cut mark & the cable end. Bend cable to
break outer jacket.
p Remove the jacket from the heater cable.
r Starting at the end, pull each bus wire away from
the core material.
s Remove exposed core material.
t Cut 6mm (0.25") off the end of each bus wire.
u Proceed to “Power Termination” on sheet 7.
!
DO NOT CUT BUS WIRES
q Shave the core material from the outside of each
bus wire.
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GA-1451 Rev. 6
Sheet 2 of 4
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION
LT-MP POWER END TERMINATION KIT
HLT PRODUCTS ALTERNATE STRIPPING METHOD
102mm (4")
n Lightly cut around cable outer jacket 102mm (4")
from the end. Bend cable to break outer jacket.
o Lightly cut the outer jacket up the center between
the first cut mark & the cable end. Bend cable to
break outer jacket.
INSTRUCTIONS
r Starting at the end, in the same plane as the cable,
pull each bus wire away from the core material.
s Remove the exposed core material.
p Remove the jacket from the heater cable.
t Remove the remaining core material off the outside
q Make a cut inside each bus wire.
of each bus wire.
u Cut 6mm (0.25") off the end of each bus wire.
v Proceed to “Power Termination” on sheet 7.
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GA-1451 Rev. 6
Sheet 3 of 4
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION
LT-MP POWER END TERMINATION KIT INSTRUCTIONS
POWER TERMINATION
!
WARNING:
• Bus wires must not touch or cross while
inserting into power termination.
• Only power terminations / end seals
specifically approved for the vendor’s
style and type of heater cable must be
apply silicone here
13mm (.5")
p Push power termination to overlap jacket.
q The silicone will set up in about 30 minutes with a
complete cure after 24 hours.
r Proceed to “Power Termination” on sheet 8.
n Insert b us wires into power termination.
o Squeeze power termination opening and fill with
silicone.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at
www.nelsonheaters.com.
!
WARNING:
• Do not megger or hi-pot until silicone is
completely cured.
• Braid must be kept away from bus wires
or shorting will occur.
P.O. BOX 726 TULSA, OK 74101 TEL 918-627-5530 FAX 918-641-7336 www.nelsonheaters.com
GA-1451 Rev. 6
Sheet 4 of 4
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-P SMALL PIPE ADAPTER KIT INSTALLATION
FOR USE WITH PLT OR LT CONNECTION KITS INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-P Small Pipe Adapter Kit is for use with PLT or LT
connection kits to mount to small diameter pipes or tubes.
Covers a size range up to 19mm (.75”) tubing and 13mm
(.50”) pipe.
KIT CONTENTS
1 Small Adapter Plate
2 Pipe Clamps
Pipe Clamp
Pipe
Small Adapter Plate
Pipe Clamp
(not included in kit; see step 2 below)
PLT
LT
Pipe Clamp
Pipe
Small Adapter Plate
Pipe Clamp
(not included in kit; see step 2 below)
1. Install the small adapter plate with pipe clamps included in kit.
2. Mount stand-off with pipe clamps supplied in the PLT or LT connection kits.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at
www.nelsonheaters.com.
P.O. BOX 726 TULSA, OK 74101 TEL 918-627-5530 FAX 918-641-7336 www.nelsonheaters.com
GA-1470 Rev. 3
1/06
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
LT-SS SPLICE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-SS Splice Kit is for use with all versions of Nelson
Heat Tracing Systems’ LT & CLT heater cables except for
J option. Minimum installation temperature –30°C (-22°F).
OVERJACKET STRIPPING PROCEDURES
For Braided “CB” Products proceed to step below.
89mm (3.5")
!
WARNING:
DO NOT CUT BRAID
Lightly cut around heater overjacket 89mm (3.5")
from the end. Bend cable to break the overjacket.
Lightly cut overjacket up the center between first
cut mark and the cable end. Bend cable to break
KIT CONTENTS
5 Uninsulated Splice Connectors
10 Insulated Splice Connectors
5 Shrink Tubes, 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”) length
5 Shrink Tubes, 16mm (0.63) diameter, 229mm (9”) length
At the bulge, separate the braid to make an opening.
While bending the heater cable, work it through the
braid opening.
Remove overjacket from heater cable.
Move braid back toward the overhacket,
creating a bulge.
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Pull braid tight.
Repeat steps 1 - 7 for both heater cables.
Proceed to “Outer Jacket Stripping Procedures”,
sheet 2.
76mm (3")
GA-1341 Rev. 7
Sheet 1 of 3
January 2010
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
LT-SS SPLICE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
OUTER JACKET STRIPPING PROCEDURES
51mm (2")
Lightly cut around heater outer jacket 51mm (2")
from the end. Bend cable to break outer jacket.
Lightly cut the o uter jacket up the center between
the first cut mark & the cable end. Bend cable to
break outer jacket.
Starting at the end, pull each bus wire away
from the core material.
Remove exposed core material.
Remove jacket from the heater cable.
Repeat steps 1 - 6 for both heater cables.
Proceed to “Shrink Tube Procedures”, sheet 3
!
DO NOT CUT BUS WIRES
Shave core material from the outside of
each bus wire.
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GA-1341 Rev. 7
Sheet 2 of 3
January 2010
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
LT-SS SPLICE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
SHRINK TUBE PROCEDURES
32mm (1.25")
Position both heater cables with the ground braid on
the same side. Remove 32mm (1.25”) of bus wire
from each heater cable to offset for insulated splice
connectors.
Shrink Tube
13mm (0.5") diameter, 152mm (6")
*Shrink Tube
16mm (0.63") diameter, 229mm (9")
Center the 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”)
length shrink tube over the connectors leaving the
braid straps exposed. Shrink with heat gun until
completely shrunk. A uniform bead of glue should
appear around the ends of the shrink tube.
Slide one 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”) length
shrink tube over one of the heater cables. Crimp an
insulated splice connector to each bus wire
connecting the two heater cables together.
*For Overjacket “JT” Products only:
Slide one 16mm (0.63”) diameter, 229mm (9”)
length shrink tube over the other heater cable.
See diagram above.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a
limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be
found on Nelson's website at www.nelsonheaters.com
.
If necessary, cut excess length from braid straps.
Crimp the braid straps together into an uninsulated
splice connector. Secure the connector at the
indented area with one and a half wraps of
fiberglass tape (not included in kit).
*For Overjacket “JT” Products only:
Center the 16mm (0.63”) diameter, 229mm (9”)
length shrink tube over the splice and braid
connection. Shrink with heat gun until completely
shrunk. A uniform bead of glue should appear
around the ends of the shrink tube.
P.O. BOX 726 TULSA, OK 74101 TEL 918-627-5530 FAX 918-641-7336 www.nelsonheaters.com
GA-1341 Rev. 7
Sheet 3 of 3
January 2010
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-ST TEE SPLICE KIT
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-ST Tee Splice Kit is for use with all versions of
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems’ LT & CLT heater cables
except for J option. Minimum installation temperature –
30°C (-22°F).
OVERJACKET STRIPPING PROCEDURES
For Braided “CB” Products proceed to step 4 below.
89mm (3.5")
!
WARNING:
DO NOT CUT BRAID
Lightly cut around heater overjacket 89mm (3.5")
from the end. Bend cable to break the overjacket.
Lightly cut overjacket up the center between first
cut mark and the cable end. Bend cable to break
KIT CONTENTS
5 Wire Ties
5 Mastic Strips
5 Uninsulated Splice Connectors
10 Insulated Splice Connectors
5 Shrink Tubes, 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”) length
5 Shrink Tubes, 16mm (0.63”) diameter, 229mm (9”) length
At the bulge, separate the braid to make an opening.
While bending the heater cable, work it through the
braid opening.
Remove overjacket from heater cable.
Move braid back toward the overhacket,
creating a bulge.
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Pull braid tight.
Repeat steps 1 - 7 for both heater cables.
Proceed to “Outer Jacket Stripping Procedures”,
sheet 2.
76mm (3")
GA-1340 Rev. 7
Sheet 1 of 3
January 2010
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-ST TEE SPLICE KIT
OUTER JACKET STRIPPING PROCEDURES
51mm (2")
Lightly cut around heater outer jacket 51mm (2")
from the end. Bend cable to break outer jacket.
Lightly cut the o uter jacket up the center between
the first cut mark & the cable end. Bend cable to
break outer jacket.
Starting at the end, pull each bus wire away
from the core material.
Remove exposed core material.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Remove jacket from the heater cable.
!
DO NOT CUT BUS WIRES
Repeat steps 1 - 6 for both heater cables.
Proceed to “Shrink Tube Procedures”, sheet 3
Shave core material from the outside of
each bus wire.
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GA-1340 Rev. 7
Sheet 2 of 3
January 2010
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-ST TEE SPLICE KIT
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
SHRINK TUBE PROCEDURES
BB
32mm (1.25")
A A
Position three heater cables with the ground braid on
the same side. Remove 32mm (1.25”) of bus wire
from each heater cable to offset for the insulated
splice connectors.
*Shrink Tube
Shrink Tube
13mm (0.5") diameter, 152mm (6") length
16mm (0.63") diameter, 229mm (9") length
Wire Tie
Center the 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”)
length shrink tube over the connectors leaving the
braid straps exposed. Make sure the shrink tube
covers the mastic strip. Shrink with heat gun until
completely shrunk. A uniform bead of glue should
appear around the ends of the shrink tube. Fasten a
wire tie around the two heater cables to hold in
place.
Mastic Strip
VIEW A-A
If necessary, cut excess length from braid straps.
Crimp the braid straps together into an uninsulated
splice connector. Secure connector at the indented
area with one and a half wraps of fiberglass tape
(not included in kit).
*For Overjacket “JT” Products only:
VIEW B-B
Slide one 13mm (0.5”) diameter, 152mm (6”) length
shrink tube over the single heater cable side. Twist
bus wires together from the two heater cables and
crimp into insulated splice connectors, then connect
to the single heater cable. Place a mastic strip
between the two heater cables forming a moisture
barrier.
*For Overjacket “JT” Products only:
Slide one 16mm (0.63”) diameter, 229mm (9”)
length shrink tube over the two heater cables side.
See diagram above.
Center the 16mm (0.63”) diameter, 229mm (9”)
length shrink tube over the splice and braid
connection. Shrink with heat gun until completely
shrunk. A uniform bead of glue should appear
around the ends of the shrink tube.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at www.nelsonheaters.com
.
P.O. BOX 726 TULSA, OK 74101 TEL 918-627-5530 FAX 918-641-7336 www.nelsonheaters.com
GA-1340 Rev. 7
Sheet 3 of 3
January 2010
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
LT-T TANK ADAPTER KIT INSTALLATION
FOR USE WITH PLT, ALT OR LT CONNECTION KITS INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-T Tank Adapter Kit is for use with the
PLT, ALT or LT connection kits for mounting on a
vessel.
KIT CONTENTS
1 Tank Adapter Bracket
2 Tubes of Silicone
Tank Adapter Bracket
apply silicone here
apply silicone here
PLT - ALT LT
Tank Adapter Bracket
n To insure proper mounting of the tank adapter bracket, select a convenient location.
o Allow at least 457mm (18”) of loose heater cable for each tank adapter bracket used.
p Thoroughly clean mounting surface, approximately 6” sq., so that it is free of all foreign material.
q Apply (1) tube of silicone to each foot of the tank adapter bracket and firmly press into place.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at
!
WARNING:
Allow 24 hours for silicone to dry before
mounting stand-off to the tank adapter bracket.
www.nelsonheaters.com.
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GA-1471 Rev. 4
Sheet 1 of 1
September 2005
NELSON™ HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
LT-ME END SEAL KIT INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The LT-ME End Seal Kit is for use with all versions of
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems’ LT, CLT, HLT and NC
heater cables. Compatible for use with any vendor’s
heater cables smaller than 11mm (0.44”) diameter.
Minimum installation temperature –40°C (-40°F).
!
WARNING:
Only end seals specifically approved
for the vendor’s style and type of
heater cable must be used.
KIT CONTENTS
5 End Seals
1 Tube of Silicone
END SEAL INSTALLATION
Fiberglass Tape
(not included in kit)
apply silicone here
Squeeze the end seal and fill with silicone.
Push end seal over the heater cable.
For Overjacket Products:
For Braided Products:
Cut braid back 25mm (1") & tape in place with
fiberglass tape (not included in kit).
For Overjacket Products:
Remove 13mm (0.5") of overjacket exposing the
braid, then remove the 13mm (0.5”) of exposed
braid.
Make a 10mm (0.4”) cut at the end of the heater
cable.
Nelson Heat Tracing Systems products are supplied with a limited warranty. Complete Terms and Conditions may be found on Nelson's
website at www.nelsonheaters.com
.
The end seal should overlap the overjacket.
The silicone will set up in about 30 minutes with a
complete cure after 24 hours.
!
WARNING:
Do not megger or hi-pot until silicone
is completely cured.
Braid must be kept away from bus
wires or shorting will occur.
P.O. BOX 726 TULSA, OK 74101 TEL 918-627-5530 FAX 918-641-7336 www.nelsonheaters.com
GA-1452 Rev. 6
January 2010
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