Thermon FAK10A-B-C - Manual (Page 2)

FAK-10A-B-C: Heat Shrink Seal . . .
Receiving, Storing and Handling . . .
1. Upon receiving heat shrink seal, check to make sure the
proper type has been received.
2. Inspect materials for damage incurred during shipping.
3. Report damages to the carrier for settlement.
FAK-10A-B-C: Heat Shrink Seal
Item Quantity Description
1 1 FAK 10A Single Leg Heat Shrink Seal
2 1 FAK 10B Two Leg Heat Shrink Seal
3 1 FAK 10C Three Leg Heat Shrink Seal
Installation Precautions . . .
• Keep ends of tube bundles, heat tracing and kit components dry
before and during installation.
• For SE/ME electrically heated tubing de-energize all power
sources before addressing circuit termination and power
connection.
• Component approvals and performance ratings are based on
the use of Thermon specifi ed parts only. User supplied power
connection fi ttings must be listed or certifi ed for intended use.
• To minimize the potential for arcing in TubeTrace SE/ME bundles.
The National Electrical Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code
(CEC) require ground-fault protection of equipment for each
branch circuit supplying electric heat tracing.
• Installation must comply with Thermon requirements and be
installed in accordance with the NEC, CEC, or any applicable
national and local codes.
• Individuals installing these products are responsible for complying
with all applicable safety and health guidelines. Proper Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) should be utilized during installation.
For additional information, contact Thermon.
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The FAK-10ABC: Heat Shrink Seal is designed to make a waterproof
seal over the end of TubeTrace or ThermoTube tubing bundles. Kit
will make one end seal. See separate instructions for details on
terminating heating tracing.
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Tools Required . . .
FAK-10A-B-C: Heat Shrink Seal Contents. . .
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Applications . . .
1. Thermon FAK-10A Heat Shrink Seal is to be used on bundles
up to 50.1mm (2”) diameter and single tube 13mm (1/2”).
Note: Maximum Operating Temperature 125°C (257°F)
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2. Thermon FAK-10B Heat Shrink Seal is to be used on SE or SP
bundles up to 49.5mm (1.95”).
Note: Maximum Operating Temperature 125°C (257°F)
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3. Thermon FAK-10C Heat Shrink Seal is to be used on ME or
MP bundles up to 59.5mm (2.35”).
Note: Maximum Operating Temperature 125°C (257°F)
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Utility Knife
Heat Gun
Item Quantity Description
4 1 Self Vulcanizing Tape (Roll) PN40027
Order Separately 1 For Intermediate Temperatures
126°C - 204°C (258°F - 400°F). . .
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Notes:
1. For applications with process temperatures between
126°C to 204°C (258°F to 400°F) self vulcanizing tape
must be utilized. Each roll contains suffi cient materials
for approximately fi fteen (15) end seals. For applications
above 204°C (400°F) refer to FAK-SSHT.
Legs
Base
FAK 10-A 1 2.00 0.375 2.00 0.375 1.95
FAK 10-B 2 2.00 1.40 0.75 0.350 1.95
FAK 10-C 3 2.40 1.40 1.13 0.500 2.35
Description
TubeTrace
Max. O.D.
in. (mm)
After
Shrinkage
Before
Shrinkage
Number
of Legs After
Shrinkage
Before
Shrinkage
Base I.D. inch Legs I.D. inch