
TM
Terminator
ZS/ZE
In Line Splice/End Termination Kit
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
For In-Line Splice Connection and End Termination Applications

TerminatorTM ZS/ZE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
Kit Contents . . .
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Item Quantity Description
11
2 1 Splice Cap
3 1 Banding Guide
4 1 Banding
2
3
4
Expediter Assembly
Grommet Compressor
Grommet
Support Base with O-Ring
Order Separately for End Termination
PETK Power and End Termination Kits (per cable)
PETK-1 for BSX, RSX, VSX
PETK-2 for KSX, HTSX,
PETK-3 for FP, HPT
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2 43 5
Dimensions . . .
B
D
A
C
A
inch (mm)Binch (mm)
Terminator
ZS/ZE
3” (75mm) 3” (75mm)
Warnings . . .
• Due to the risk of electrical shock, arcing and fi re caused
by product damage or improper usage, installation or
maintenance, a ground-fault protection device is required.
• Installation must comply with Thermon requirements and be
installed in accordance with the regulations as per the norm
EN IEC 60079-14 for hazardous areas (where applicable), or
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any other applicable national and local codes.
C
inch (mm)Dinch (mm)
3-1/2”
(90mm)
7-3/4”
(200mm)
Item Quantity Description
1 1 RTV Tube
2 1 Power Connection Boot
3 1 End Cap
4 1 Tape Strip Tefl on 6" (PETK-3 only)
5 1 End Termination Caution Label
6 1 GRW-G Grommet (PETK-3 only)
Order Separately for Inline Splice
SCTK Splice Connection Termination Kits (per cable)
SCTK-1 for BSX, RSX, VSX
SCTK-2 for KSX, HTSX,
SCTK-3 for FP, HPT
1
Item Quantity Description
2 43 5
1 3 Splice Connection Boots
2 2 Small Crimps
3 1 Large Crimp
4 2 Small Crimp Insulators
5 2 Silicone Caps
6 3 Ground Sleeves
7 1 RTV Tube
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• Component approvals and performance ratings are based
on the use of Thermon specifi ed parts only.
• De-energize all power sources before opening enclosure.
• Avoid electrostatic charge. Clean only with a damp cloth.
• Keep ends of heating cable and kit components dry before
and during installation.
• Minimum bending radius of heating cable is 32 mm (except
HPT is 57 mm and FP is 19 mm).
• Individuals installing these products are responsible for
complying with all applicable safety and health guidelines.
Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be
utilized during installation. Contact Thermon if you have any
additional questions.
Tools Required . . .
Terminator-LN-Tool
7
3 mm
8 mm
(order separately)
28 mm
29 mm
33 mm
Certifi cations/Approvals . . .
IP66 -60°C Ta +55°C
Ordinary & Hazardous Locations
FMG 10.0022X Ex eb IIC T4-T6, Ex tb IIIC T135°C-T85°C
1725 II 2 GD Ex eb IIC T4-T6, Ex tb IIIC T135°C-T85°C FM 10ATEX0058X
Terminator has additional hazardous area approvals including:
• GGTN • Kazakhstan
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TerminatorTM ZS/ZE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
1. Locate bus connection (HPT and FP only) and
cable as shown. Cut end of cable at angle to
aid in piercing grommet. Leave additional
cable for expansion loop. See page 4 for
multiple cable installation tips.
4. Insert banding guide into expediter and snap
into place..
2. Insert cable into expediter. If mounted on
bottom or side of pipe, punch out weep hole.
Note: For HPT and FP cable, exchange
grommet in Terminator with GRW-G provided
in PETK-3.
5. Mount expediter to pipe using pipe band. Do
not band over cable.
3. Slide expediter toward pipe and route cable
through support base entry.
6. Cut off end of cable. .
7. Terminate cable with appropriate PETK
termination kit. Refer to PETK installation
instructions.
8. Push excess cable back through expediter.
Tighten cap securely. Tape cable expansion
loop to pipe.
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9. Connect bus wires using small crimps and
connect ground wires using large crimp. See
page 9 for wiring details. Trim excess wire if
necessary.

TerminatorTM ZS/ZE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
10. Snap on crimp insulators
13. Completed splice kit. Make sure latch
mechanism is in the locked position.
11. Slide silicone caps over crimp insulators.
14. To remove cap, lift latch mechanism and
unscrew cap.
12. Tighten cap securely.
Wiring Details
In-Line Splice
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www.thermon.com
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2640 AE Pijnacker • The Netherlands
Phone: +31 (0) 15-36 15 370
Specifi cations and information are subject to change without notice. Form PN50816U-0612
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