controls and monitoring
To determine the optimum control method you should consider that when the cables are energized (ambient method) and there is no snow/ice present power will be consumed unnecessarily. On the other hand if you rely on manual control and someone neglects to turn on the system when necessary, the inevitable snow/ice will form thereby defeating the original purpose of the installation.
MANUAL PLUG-IN CONNECTION
The heat cable is switched manually. This method requires supervision to work effectively.
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| 120VAC 20 AMP 30mA GFCI Plug Kit Product code: 3000-TT |
10 Foot Pig-Tail Powder Cord w/Molded Plug Product code: 3100-DIS |
Moisture & Temperture Control
This method ensures that the heat cable is energized only when a combination of moisture and low temperature are present, thereby keeping the roof and gutters free of snow/ice. When either the precipitation ceases, or the temperature rises above freezing, the heating cable is turned off thus conserving energy.
The DS-2B Rain/Snow Sensor Controller
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The DS-224 Rain/Snow Sensor Controller
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The DS-8 Rain/Snow Sensor Controller
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The DS-824 Rain/Snow Sensor Controller
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Sensor Control & Display Panel
For use with control panels
The CDP-2 Snow Sensor Control/Display Panel
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Contact your Thermal Technoloiges representative today to discuss all your controller options.

