When protecting your gutters from ice dams, protect your ice dam heat tape from your gutters. Shield your heat tape from the sharp-edged transition from gutter to downspout, and hold your heat tape in place for maximum effectiveness in clearing gutter ice dams. Non-Corrosive aluminum; comes with 2 cable fastening ties. For use with all ice dam heat tape & de-icing cable, including all Radiant Solutions Pre-Assembled Heat Tape lengths & Ice Dam Heat Tape by-the-Foot.
$13.95
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The IDP-115 is a downspout heat tape hanger that protects roof de-icing cables as they enter vertical downspouts. It prevents cables from getting cut on sharp edges or screw points, keeping your system working properly all winter.
Plan for one IDP-115 hanger for every downspout.
Yes. The IDP-115 fits most standard aluminum, vinyl, steel, and copper gutter systems. It’s designed hold the heat cable firmly at the gutter-to-downspout transition.
Yes. While they’re designed for Heat Tape Pro, they’ll work with most self-regulating or constant-wattage roof de-icing cables in the 5–6 mm × 8–13 mm size range.
Each hanger includes four UV-stable cable ties for securing the heat tape. The hanger itself is made from 5052 aluminum alloy for maximum corrosion resistance and long-term durability.
Installation is quick and tool-free. Position the hanger at the gutter-to-downspout transition, clip the heat tape into place with the included cable ties and let the hanger suspend the cable inside the downspout.
No. They’re built from 5052 aluminum alloy, which naturally resists corrosion and stands up to decades of outdoor exposure.
No. Installation requires only the included cable ties. If you ever need to move the hanger, you can cut the ties and replace them with standard cable ties.
Yes. If you need to adjust placement or change your cable layout, simply cut the cable ties and reinstall the hanger with new ties.
Without hangers, heat tape can rub against sharp edges and sharp screw points, leading to premature wear or failure. The IDP-115 keeps your cable protected and properly aligned for maximum ice-melting effectiveness.
We keep them in stock and ship same day from Minnesota, don’t ‘cha know (assuming you don’t order too late in the day!). Orders placed over the weekend will ship the next business day.
PipeFreezePRO comes with one or more 30ft rolls of high-quality fiberglass tape, but you can use any tape with a temperature rating of 150º F and above. Self-adhesive aluminum foil tape can be used but avoid standard tapes, including electrical tape and duct tape because they lose their adhesion when exposed to heat. Remember, it’s imperative to cover the pipe/heat tape assembly with pipe insulation (1/2″ minimum thickness). Think four easy steps: 1) cable on pipe, 2) tape on cable, 3) insulation on pipe/cable and 4) tape on insulation.
Pipe Freeze PRO can be overlapped during installation. This is a fundamental advantage of self-regulating heat cable over cheap, constant wattage cable found in hardware stores is that it can be overlapped without risk of shorting out or catching fire. So yes, overlap away!
The amount of heat cable needed for pipe freeze prevention is determined by a couple of simple factors including: Length of pipe, diameter of pipe, distance to power supply and number of valves.
Most of the time, we do not recommend a spiral cable application because it’s simply not necessary. It requires 3x the cable to do the same job.
Therefore, simply use a straight, single run of cable affixed to the bottom of the pipe (think 6 o’clock position) using the provided fiberglass installation tape. Next, add 1 foot of cable for every valve because you will be wrapping the valve with cable. For pipes less than 1″ in diameter, a single cable run is sufficient. For larger pipes, two cable runs are recommended. Keep in mind that plastic pipes are less thermally conductive so you may choose to use two cable runs on larger plastic pipes to be safe. Finally, if your outlet isn’t close to the pipe you are treating, factor in enough heat cable to reach your outlet (Pipe Freeze PRO does come with a 36″ power cord).
Finally, you must install insulation on your pipe and heat cable assembly in order for the system to operate effectively. See instructions for further details.
The cable can be exposed to wetness but the thermostat must stay dry to function properly. Use Pipe Freeze PRO for pipe freeze prevention applications only.
Consider using Heat Tape Pro inside of open drain pipes as that cable is rated for use in wet areas.
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Heat Tape Pro has the most comprehensive installation system that works on almost any kind of roof type.
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Pipe Freeze Pro’s integrated thermostat turns power on and off automatically to the cable to save electricity. The thermostat is the lump located between the power cord and the heat cable. The thermostat triggers the cable to turn on at 37ºF and off at 50ºF, with a sensitivity range of +/- 4ºF. It’s a great feature that makes Pipe Freeze Pro unique among heat cables on the market.
Yes and no. The cable is approved for exposure to wet conditions but you should keep the thermostat dry for proper operation.
No. The thermostat need only be exposed to cold air. It does not hurt to have the thermostat attached to the pipe but it is not necessary. If you choose to attach it to the pipe keep in mind that the thermostat should not be covered with insulation.
No. You want the thermostat to react to the cold environment so it triggers the Pipe Freeze Pro to turn on.
Every Length of Heat Tape Pro has a cord length of 10-feet that is not included in the listed/state length. Meaning: A 100-foot Heat Tape pro will have a 100 feet of heated cable + a 10-foot unheated power cord.
Every Length of Pipe Freeze Pro has a cord length of 3-feet (36″) that is not included in the listed/state length. Meaning: A 30-foot Heat Tape pro will have a 30 feet of heated cable + a 3-foot unheated power cord.
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