Description
Thermon HLX™ Self-Regulating Heating Cable
Self-Regulating Heat Trace for Hot Water Temperature Maintenance
Thermon HLX™ is a self-regulating electric heat tracing cable specifically engineered for domestic hot water temperature maintenance. Designed to replace traditional hot water recirculation systems, HLX automatically adjusts its heat output in response to pipe temperature, ensuring that hot water remains available at the point of use while reducing energy consumption and water waste. The cable features a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) construction, making it an environmentally friendly and safe solution for commercial buildings, hospitals, hotels, apartments, and institutional facilities.
Key Features
- Self-regulating heating technology for optimum energy efficiency
- Designed specifically for domestic hot water temperature maintenance
- Eliminates the need for hot water recirculation pumps
- Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) construction
- Cut-to-length design for easy installation
- Automatically adjusts heat output along the entire cable length
- Color-coded cable options for different maintain temperatures
- Environmentally friendly with reduced water and energy consumption
- Suitable for commercial and residential hot water systems
Construction
HLX is manufactured using high-quality materials for long service life and reliable performance.
- 16 AWG Nickel-Plated Copper Bus Wires
- E-Beam Cross-Linked Semiconductive Heating Matrix
- Cross-Linked LSZH Polyolefin Primary Insulation
- Polymer-Coated Aluminum Foil
- Tinned Copper Metallic Braid
- LSZH Polyolefin Outer Jacket
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cable Type | Self-Regulating Heating Cable |
| Voltage | 200–277 VAC (208–277 VAC for cULus/cCSAus) |
| Maintain Temperature | 40°C, 45°C, 50°C, 55°C, 60°C |
| Maximum Exposure Temperature | 85°C (185°F) |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 15–27°C (60–80°F) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 10 mm @ -15°C |
| Outer Jacket | LSZH Polyolefin |
| Ground Braid | Tinned Copper |
| Applications | Domestic Hot Water Temperature Maintenance |
Typical Applications
HLX is ideal for maintaining hot water temperatures in:
- Hotels & Resorts
- Hospitals
- Office Buildings
- Apartment Complexes
- Universities
- Healthcare Facilities
- Commercial Buildings
- Schools
- Residential Developments
Benefits
- Instant hot water at every outlet
- Eliminates costly recirculation pumps
- Reduces water consumption
- Lowers energy costs
- Easy installation with cut-to-length cable
- Safe LSZH construction
- Reliable self-regulating operation
- Minimal maintenance requirements
Why Choose Thermon HLX?
Thermon HLX offers an efficient alternative to conventional hot water recirculation systems. By automatically regulating heat output and maintaining water temperatures directly at the supply piping, HLX improves comfort while reducing operating costs and environmental impact. Its LSZH construction and self-regulating technology make it an excellent solution for modern commercial buildings focused on safety, sustainability, and energy efficiency.
