Overview
WIPE hotwire Underfloor Heating Cable and Mat are engineered to deliver consistent, energy-efficient warmth for indoor electric floor heating applications. Built with twin ETFE-insulated conductors and a high-temperature outer jacket, these solutions are available in both loose cable and pre-spaced mat formats to suit a range of installation needs, from residential rooms to commercial spaces.
Features & Specifications
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- Twin solid/multi-strand ETFE insulated conductors, 0.2 inch diameter
- Aluminium foil with drain wire and TPC braid shielding
- High-temperature PVC outer jacket, 30 Mil thickness
- 3.8W/ft. linear wattage, 120V and 240V, 60Hz
- FG Mesh carrier, available in sticky and non-sticky mat variants
- 1.64 ft. mesh width, heat density of 11.4, 12, and 15.2 W/Sq ft
- Supply lead available in separate and integrated connection types, 8 to 16 ft. cable length
- Multi-strand/solid heating and return conductors, customizable
- PTFE or XLPE insulation, customizable
- Polyester laminated aluminum foil shielding with drain wire
- High-temperature PVC outer jacket
- 5.0 mm nominal cable diameter
- 15.7 W/m linear wattage, 230 Vac, 50 Hz
- FG mesh carrier, available in sticky, non-sticky, and cross-filament tape variants
- 0.5 m mesh width, with heat densities of 100, 125, 150, and 165 W/m²
- Integrated or separate cold tail, 3.5 m cable length
- VDE-approved cable
- Decoupling membrane-friendly and installation strip-friendly
| Conductor | Solid/multi-strand tinned copper, AWG 18 and 16 |
|---|---|
| Insulation | ETFE, twin solid/multi-strand construction, 0.2 inch diameter |
| Shielding | Aluminium foil with drain wire and TPC braid |
| Outer Jacket | High-temperature PVC, 30 Mil thickness |
| Linear Wattage | 3.8W/ft. |
| Voltage | 120V and 240V, 60Hz |
| Carrier | FG Mesh, sticky and non-sticky mat variants |
| Mesh Width | 1.64 ft. |
| Heat Density | 11.4, 12, and 15.2 W/Sq ft |
| Cable Length | 8 to 16 ft., separate and integrated connection types |
| Heating conductor | Multi-strand/solid (customizable) |
|---|---|
| Return conductor | Multi-strand/solid (customizable) |
| Insulation | PTFE or XLPE (customizable) |
| Shielding | Polyester laminated aluminum foil with drain wire |
| Outer jacket | High-temperature PVC |
| Cable diameter | 5.0 mm (nominal) |
| Cold tail conductor | Solid/multi-strand tinned copper (AWG 18 and 16) |
| Cold tail insulation | XLPE or PTFE |
| Cold tail shielding | Aluminum foil with drain wire |
| Cold tail outer jacket | High-temperature PVC, 30 Mil thickness |
| Cold tail length | 3.5 m |
| Mat carrier | FG mesh, decoupling membrane, metallic strip |
| Mesh type | Sticky, non-sticky, cross-filament tape |
| Mesh width | 0.5 m |
| Heat density (cable spacing) | 100 W/m² (70 mm), 125 W/m² (87.5 mm), 150 W/m² (105 mm), 165 W/m² (115 mm) |
Applications
- Indoor floor heating for residential spaces
- Commercial flooring requiring energy-efficient heating
- New installations and renovation projects requiring an electric underfloor heating mat or floor heating cable
Certifications & Approvals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an underfloor heating cable and mat?
An underfloor heating cable and mat system provides electric floor heating by delivering consistent heat beneath the floor surface. WIPE hotwire offers both underfloor heating cables and heating mats for residential and commercial applications.
What is the difference between an underfloor heating cable and an underfloor heating mat?
An underfloor heating cable offers flexibility for different floor layouts, while an underfloor heating mat provides a pre-spaced cable arrangement for easier installation across defined floor areas.
What flooring can WIPE hotwire underfloor heating cables and mats be used with?
WIPE hotwire electric floor heating cables and mats are designed for a range of indoor floor applications and can be configured for different flooring requirements.
What are the specifications of WIPE hotwire underfloor heating cables and mats?
WIPE hotwire underfloor heating cables and mats feature ETFE-insulated heating conductors, aluminum foil with drain wire and TPC braid shielding, high-temperature PVC outer jackets, and 3.8 W/ft linear output at 120V and 240V.
Are WIPE hotwire underfloor heating cables and mats certified?
Yes. WIPE hotwire underfloor heating cable and mat systems are cUL listed and include certifications and standards such as UL 758, UL 1683, UL 11537, UL 21937 and CSA C22.2 No. 130-03, with wet-rated options.
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