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MEDIUM TEMPERATURE CONSTANT
WATTAGE HEATING CABLE
Nickel-chromium
resistance wire
Contact module point
alternately located
Main-conductor bus wires are
12(AWG), multi-stranded,
nickel-plated copper
FE Series
20 Mil FEP
and metal overbraid*
extruded jacket
U Continuous Exposure
Rating up to
204°C (400°F)
U Low Watt Density
U Parallel Resistance
Heater
U Cut-to-Length at the
Job Site
U Constant Watt Density
U Moisture and Chemical
Resistance
U Low Cost
U Metal Overbraid
APPLICATIONS
OMEGALUX® FE cable is a
low-watt density electrical
resistance heater. It is designed
for freeze protection and
midrange process temperature
control and maintenance
applications in lines periodically
purged with 150 psig steam.
The FE cable heating element is
tension wrapped and covered with
a fluorocarbon film and enclosed
in a minimum 20 mil FEP abrasion
resistant extruded jacket. This
tough outer cover provides moisture
and dielectric protection as well as
resistance to abrasion.
A tinned copper overbraid provides
additional protection and electrical
ground return path.
Continuous label
marker tape
Fluorocarbon film
FEP
extruded
insulation
SPECIFICATIONS
Wattage: 3, 5, 8, and 12 Watts/ft.
Outside Dimension: Nominal
7.62 x 5.08 mm (0.30 x 0.20")
Maximum Short Term Exposure
Temperature: (De-energized) 232°C
(450°F)
Dielectric Strength: In excess of
2500V
APPROVALS
Factory Mutual Class l, Division II,
Groups B, C, D; Class ll, Division II,
Groups E, F, G; and Class lll
To Order
Module* Maximum**
Watts/ft. Volts Length (ft) Length (ft) Model No.
3 120 2 360 FE3-120B
3 240 4 720 FE3-240B
5 120 2 275 FE5-120B
5 240 3 550 FE5-240B
8 120 2 220 FE8-120B
8 208 4 381 FE8-208B
8 240 4 440 FE8-240B
8 277 4 508 FE8-277B
8 480 6 880 FE8-480B
12 120 2 180 FE12-120B
12 208 4 312 FE12-208B
12 240 2 360 FE12-240B
12 277 4 416 FE12-277B
* Cable circuit module length in feet. When ordering please allow a minimum of 1 module
length extra for terminations.
** Maximum circuit lengths include end-to-end voltage variation of 10%. Longer runs may
be used. Lengths are based on cable operating temperatures of 148°C (300°F).
NOTE: Price per foot. When ordering, specify desired length in feet [7.6 m (25') minimum].
To complete your system the following accessories are recommended: (1) Termination kits
for FE cable, (2) Control options—a complete selection of controllers and thermostats are
available online.
Ordering Example: FE8-120B, 100 medium-temperature, constant-wattage heating cables,
8 W/pt., 120 Vac.
To Order, Call or Shop Online at omega.com
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