Industrial-Strength, Exterior Grade, Clear, Versatile Adhesive For Roof Snow Guards, Heat Tape Roof Clips, Roof Accessories, and General Construction Applications, 2,000 PSI Tensile Strength
Size: 10.5 oz. Tube
Available in: Single Tube or Case of 12
Color: clear
Price range: $12.99 through $149.99
“Heat Tape Pro did exactly what I needed it to do. Now I don’t have to worry about water leaking into my house, because I can tell when it’s working by the little light on the end of the cable.”
-Michael P.
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“This heat tape works as advertised. It was delivered to me fast, and although it’s a little complicated to install, the documentation is good..”
-Shaun D.
Radiant Solutions Customer
“I install thousands of feet of heat tape every year. This is the best stuff I’ve found to protect my customers homes and give them the piece of mind they need.”
-Patrick B.
Professional Installer
Surebond SB-190 works on virtually any roof surface including asphalt shingles, metal, slate, tile, EPDM, TPO, and other roofing materials. It's specifically designed for exterior applications and bonds well to both porous and non-porous surfaces.
A single 10.5 oz tube will typically install 20-25 roof clips, depending on how much adhesive you apply per clip. For most heat tape installations, one or two tubes is sufficient for smaller residential projects.
The adhesive will skin over in about 10-15 minutes and be tack-free in 30-60 minutes depending on temperature and humidity. Full cure takes 24-48 hours. We recommend waiting at least 24 hours before putting any stress on the bond. That said, installers have been waiting three hours between clip gluing and running their heat cable with some success providing it's not too cold outside and you don't stress the clip too much in the process.
Absolutely. Surebond SB-190 is designed for exterior use and can handle temperature extremes from -40°F to 200°F once fully cured. It won't crack, shrink, or lose adhesion due to freeze-thaw cycles.
While this is a permanent adhesive with 2,000 PSI tensile strength, clips can be removed with some effort using a putty knife or similar tool. However, it may leave some residue that will need to be cleaned off.
For best results, apply when temperatures are between 40°F and 100°F. The surface should be dry and free of frost, ice, or moisture. If it's too cold, the adhesive won't flow properly or bond well.
Yes, clean the surface of any dirt, debris, oil, or loose material. For best adhesion on smooth surfaces like metal, lightly roughing up the area with sandpaper can help. Make sure the surface is completely dry.
Surebond SB-190 is compatible with all Radiant Solutions roof clips and most other manufacturer's clips. The adhesive is designed specifically for roof-mounted hardware and accessories.
Store in a cool, dry place with the cap tightly sealed. Shelf life is typically 12-18 months from manufacture date when stored properly. Don't let it freeze before use, as this can affect performance. Note that it's helpful to keep the tube warm right before use because the material will be more pliable.
Surebond SB-190 is a solvent-based adhesive, so use it in well-ventilated areas and avoid inhaling vapors. It has a mild odor during application that dissipates as it cures. Once cured, it's completely safe and won't off-gas.
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.
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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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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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