Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit
Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit
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The Frost King Automatic Electric Heat Cable Kits is 6 ft. long, 120V x 7 Watts/ft. This energy-saving electric water pipe heat cable helps protect your cold-water and hot-water pipes from freezing. The heat cable has a grounded safety plug and a built in thermostat. The thermostatically controlled cable will cycle on and off as needed for the ambient temperature. for indoor use only, use on metal or plastic PVC pipes.
For additional information on this product, please see the Product Documents section for all downloadable user manuals, installation guides, brochures and warranty statements.
- Helps maintain the flow inside cold and hot water pipes. Keeps water flowing down to (-40) degrees F
- Energy saving with built in thermostat
- Easy to install - run along pipe straight, do not wrap
- 6 ft. x 120 Volts x 7 Watts per foot
- Compatible with metal and PVC pipes up to 6 in. in diameter
| Brand | Frost King |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Imported |
| Compatible Pipe Material | Metal |
| Features | Prevents freeze-ups |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor |
| Maximum Compatible Pipe Size | 4 in. |
| Minimum Compatible Pipe Size | 4 in. |
| Power Type | Electric |
| Primary Material | Other |
| Product Diameter | 0.375 in. to 1.5 in. |
| Product Length | 6 ft. |
| Product Weight | 0.65 lb. |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Warranty | 1 year limited |
| Wattage | 7W per ft. |
| Watts Per Foot | 7W |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HC6A |
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Q: At what temperature does it turn on
4 months ago1 Answer
- A: Hello, thank you for your question. The thermostat turns power to the cable on when the temperature drops to 38°F, and shuts off when the pipe temperature rises to 45°F.4 months agoHelpful?
Q: What length do you need?
4 months ago1 Answer
- A: For the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit, you should match the cable length as closely as possible to the length of the pipe you need to protect; therefore, you need a pipe that is approximately 6 feet long. The manufacturer recommends using a cable that is not longer than the pipe you need to protect.4 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used around a tractor radiator hose
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit should not be used on a tractor radiator hose. The manufacturer explicitly states that the cable is designed only for use on metal or Schedule 40 plastic water-filled supply pipes, and not on any type of hose.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on propane tanks
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit (Manufacturer Part Number HC6A) should not be used on propane tanks. For keeping propane tanks warm, you should look for products specifically designed and certified for that purpose, such as purpose-built propane tank heating blankets or pads.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on a central heating unit PVC condensation line in an attic.
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit (HC6/HC6A) should not be used on a PVC condensation line. According to official Frost King product documentation and manufacturer support, this specific cable is engineered strictly for water-filled supply pipes.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: You have a picture showing the cable being wrapped with insulation but in product details it says to not wrap it, please advise
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: The Frost King HC6A electric heat cable installation instructions emphasize running the cable straight along the pipe and not wrapping it around. After taping the cable in place, covering the pipe and cable assembly with 1/2-inch fiberglass insulation is highly recommended. More detailed instructions are available from Frost King.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on sewer pupe
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, you should not use the Frost King Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit on sewer or drain pipes.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on metal outdoor pipes?
6 months ago1 Answer
- A: Hello, thank you for your question. It is not recommended for use outdoors.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: I have a well, and ask can I run this under house on pipes to house? Under house, not inside house is where it could freeze.
2 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi, Thanks for your question. Here is what we received back from the vendor- "Yes you can do that and wrap it with fiberglass or vinyl and foam pipe wrap."2 years agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used inside bathroon to heat about 4 inches of copper pipe and shut off valve?
2 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Jana, According to the vendor: Yes, the customer can use it for this purpose, but they would have to use a smaller heat cable – the HC3 – 3 ft. for this use otherwise there is way too much excess and you can’t overlap the cables. Tractor Supply does not buy the HC3 3-foot item so it would need to be a special order.2 years agoHelpful?
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Q: At what temperature does it turn on
4 months ago1 Answer
- A: Hello, thank you for your question. The thermostat turns power to the cable on when the temperature drops to 38°F, and shuts off when the pipe temperature rises to 45°F.4 months agoHelpful?
Q: What length do you need?
4 months ago1 Answer
- A: For the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit, you should match the cable length as closely as possible to the length of the pipe you need to protect; therefore, you need a pipe that is approximately 6 feet long. The manufacturer recommends using a cable that is not longer than the pipe you need to protect.4 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used around a tractor radiator hose
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit should not be used on a tractor radiator hose. The manufacturer explicitly states that the cable is designed only for use on metal or Schedule 40 plastic water-filled supply pipes, and not on any type of hose.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on propane tanks
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit (Manufacturer Part Number HC6A) should not be used on propane tanks. For keeping propane tanks warm, you should look for products specifically designed and certified for that purpose, such as purpose-built propane tank heating blankets or pads.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on a central heating unit PVC condensation line in an attic.
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, the Frost King 6 ft. Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit (HC6/HC6A) should not be used on a PVC condensation line. According to official Frost King product documentation and manufacturer support, this specific cable is engineered strictly for water-filled supply pipes.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: You have a picture showing the cable being wrapped with insulation but in product details it says to not wrap it, please advise
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: The Frost King HC6A electric heat cable installation instructions emphasize running the cable straight along the pipe and not wrapping it around. After taping the cable in place, covering the pipe and cable assembly with 1/2-inch fiberglass insulation is highly recommended. More detailed instructions are available from Frost King.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on sewer pupe
5 months ago1 Answer
- A: No, you should not use the Frost King Automatic Electric Water Pipe Heat Cable Kit on sewer or drain pipes.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used on metal outdoor pipes?
6 months ago1 Answer
- A: Hello, thank you for your question. It is not recommended for use outdoors.5 months agoHelpful?
Q: I have a well, and ask can I run this under house on pipes to house? Under house, not inside house is where it could freeze.
2 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi, Thanks for your question. Here is what we received back from the vendor- "Yes you can do that and wrap it with fiberglass or vinyl and foam pipe wrap."2 years agoHelpful?
Q: Can this be used inside bathroon to heat about 4 inches of copper pipe and shut off valve?
2 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Jana, According to the vendor: Yes, the customer can use it for this purpose, but they would have to use a smaller heat cable – the HC3 – 3 ft. for this use otherwise there is way too much excess and you can’t overlap the cables. Tractor Supply does not buy the HC3 3-foot item so it would need to be a special order.2 years agoHelpful?
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Most Recent
Reviews 2
5 out of 5 stars.
Quality piece of mind
4 months ago
Well made product that works as expected.
SweepstakesYes
Yes, I recommend this product.
WV
Review 1
5 out of 5 stars.
Works well. Thawed outdoor hydrant.
5 months ago
We wrapped it around a frozen outdoor hydrant (wrapped around because it’s too long to align straight with a hydrant) and it thawed it quickly.
SweepstakesYes
Yes, I recommend this product.
Westminster, Md
Reviews 2
5 out of 5 stars.
Heat cable for water pipes.
a year ago
Item is working well, keeping pipe from freezing in the cold weather we are experiencing.
SweepstakesYes
Yes, I recommend this product.
Review 1
5 out of 5 stars.
Frost King 6ft automatic electric pie heater
a year ago
very satisfied,keep my pipes flowing below zero
SweepstakesYes