Most of us know that heating cables are used as a heating element in underfloor heating systems. However, this is far from their only purpose. It is also possible to use cables with a special outer insulating layer that protects against environmental influences outside the premises.
The scope of application is quite wide. For example, systems with such cables prevent the appearance of icicles and ice on the roofs of houses, heat steps, open areas, terraces in winter. Such solutions reduce the risk of injury, increase the safety of people.
Today, snowmelt systems can be purchased from many companies and online stores, for example, here: /warm-floors/sistema-snegotayanie. Solutions based on outdoor heating cables have proven their effectiveness and reliability in many areas of activity. Let’s find out more about how they work, where they are applied.
The principle of operation of snow melting systems
The systems work on the same principle as floor heating – the ability of cables to heat up and transfer heat to surrounding objects when an electric current passes through them is used. Actually, this is how snow or ice melts. The solution includes:
Heating cables with a protective outer braid.
Temperature controller to control the operation of the system.
Temperature and Humidity Sensors. Here, in comparison with a warm floor, a device is added that takes current indicators of air humidity. This results in more precise system control.
Scope of application
Snow melting systems use:
In anti-icing systems of gutter systems and roofs.
For heating open areas, e.g. car parks, steps, terraces.
For heating pipes in water pipes, sewers and other communications.
In freezers and other containers for storing technical liquids.
Using the system is a guarantee of people’s safety, protection of materials and equipment from destruction and deformation.
