Heat Cables - Nelson Heat Trace-Emerson
Heat cables are electric cables designed to provide reliable, consistent heat for a variety of applications. Used for freeze protection, pipe tracing, roof and gutter de-icing, and floor warming, these durable, fle...
Pipe tracing accessories support the safe, efficient, and reliable installation of heat trace systems by providing essential components such as end seals, power connection kits, junction boxes, thermostats, and mounting hardware. Designed for compatibility with self-regulating, constant wattage, and mineral-insulated cable systems, these accessories ensure proper electrical connections, moisture protection, and thermal control in industrial environments. Whether for freeze protection or process temperature maintenance, pipe tracing accessories are critical for system integrity, performance, and code compliance.
Pipe tracing cable provides freeze protection and temperature maintenance for pipes and vessels by delivering controlled, consistent heat along their length. Ideal for commercial, industrial, and process applications, these self-regulating or constant wattage cables prevent costly downtime and damage from frozen or viscous fluids. Easy to install and compatible with thermostats and insulation systems, pipe tracing cables ensure safe, efficient operation in cold or temperature-sensitive environments.
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$10.90$25.83
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$19.64$46.54
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$303.23$718.81
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Subject to factory lead times
$51.59$122.28
$207.81$615.72
$207.15$613.76
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$296.38$702.57
$10.90$25.83
$0.71$1.68
$19.64$46.54
$21.18$62.74
$303.23$718.81
$301.26$714.12
$3,008.34$8,913.60
Subject to factory lead times
$51.59$122.28
$207.81$615.72
$207.15$613.76
$307.61$911.42
- Heat cable, also known as heat trace cable, is an electric heating cable designed to maintain or raise the temperature of pipes, tanks, roofs, or equipment. It works by generating heat when electrical current flows through the cable, preventing freezing or maintaining process temperatures.
- While some self regulating cables can operate without a thermostat, using a temperature controller or thermostat improves energy efficiency, extends cable life, and ensures consistent temperature control.
- To select the right heat cable, consider pipe size and material, minimum ambient temperature, required maintenance temperature, power availability, environmental exposure, and whether the area is hazardous or non hazardous.
- Yes. Heat cable can be installed on both plastic and metal pipes, but the cable type and maximum exposure temperature must be compatible with the pipe material.


