Instruction Manual

Kompensator Installation
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The Kompensator heating cable has a conductive polymer core and its
heat output changes (increases or decreases) with heat and cold. It is
important to understand however, the cable never operates at 0 output
and that It is a consumer of energy when powered. Though the heat out-
puts will change with temperature variables along the pipe, It Is consum-
ing power while it is on.
It is recommended that you install a shutoff switch to avoid draining the
battery or power supply. Please see control options for further informa-
tion on controlling your Kompensator.
Note: It is the installer's responsibility to make sure proper voltage
regulation is supplied.
Note: Always fuse based on wire size as per electrical code.
Kompensator heaters can be installed with multiple control capabilities installed by others. These include and not limited to:
KHL123 Series (12 volt, 3 watts @ 50°F)
Fuse or
Breaker
Size (AMP)
Kompensator
Length (feet)
Max. 40'
Wire Gauge
(AWG)
5 1 – 8 14
7.5 9 – 12 14
10 13 – 16 14
15 17 – 26 12
20 26 – 40 12
KHL125 Series (12 volt, 5 watts @ 50°F)
Fuse or
Breaker
Size (AMP)
Kompensator
Length (feet)
Max 30'
Wire Gauge
(AWG)
5 1 – 7 14
7.5 8 – 10 14
10 11 – 14 14
15 15 – 20 12
20 20 – 30 12
Fuse and Breaker Sizing Recommendations
Insulate the System
Bubble Foil Insulation
Fiberglass Insulation (dry location)
Closed Cell Polyethylene Insulation
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Protect the system with insulation
Insulation may include foil bubble insula-
tions, fiberglass pipe insulations in dry
locations or foam insulations outside in wet
locations.
• Before insulating ensure that there is no
cable damage, such as nicks or cuts.
Wiring, Sizing and Power Requirements
Control Options:
KHL243 Series (24 volt, 3 watts @ 50°F)
Fuse or
Breaker
Size (AMP)
Kompensator
Length (feet)
Max 60'
Wire Gauge
(AWG)
5 1 – 15 14
7.5 16 – 23 14
10 24 – 35 14
15 36 – 48 12
20 48 – 60 12
KHL245 Series (24 volt, 5 watts @ 50°F)
Fuse or
Breaker
Size (AMP)
Kompensator
Length (feet)
Max 40'
Wire Gauge
(AWG)
5 1 – 10 14
7.5 10 – 15 14
10 16 – 20 14
15 21 – 30 12
20 31 – 40 12
Suggested fusing for equipment protection and startup temperatures not colder than 10°F.
Shut off switches LED indicator lights Low voltage thermostats • Timers