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QB 58 certified: a guarantee of performance and reliability for our heating cables
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ELTRACE and its Normandy-based WORLDTRACE manufacturing plant obtain QB 58 certification: a guarantee of quality for heating cables
Eltrace is proud to announce that its WORLDTRACE production plant located in Normandy, a manufacturer of self-regulating heating cables, has obtained QB 58 certification. This official recognition attests to the thermal performance and manufacturing quality of WORLDTRACE products. Issued by the CSTB (Scientific and Technical Center for Building), this certification represents a major step forward for players in the electric trace heating market.
QB 58 certification: a new standard for quality
Since 2024, the CSTB has implemented a specific standard, QB 58, to certify the performance of heating cables. This certification meets a strong demand in the sector, as heating cables are now classified as traditional heating cables and can no longer benefit from a Technical Assessment.
The QB 58 label guarantees that certified products meet a set of requirements defined by current European standards and offer additional performance with high added value.
Why choose QB 58 certified products?
QB 58 certification provides significant benefits for all stakeholders in the industry:
- As a Manufacturer: the certification highlights the quality of our products and manufacturing processes through rigorous controls of our production unit and tests conducted by an independent laboratory.
- For our Distributors: the certification provides us with a guarantee of quality to offer your customers reliable and high-performance technical solutions.
- For Installers: they ensure the use of products that comply with industry standards, guaranteeing the reliability of installations.
- For Specifiers: they can recommend products that comply with current regulatory requirements and the Unified Technical Documents (DTU).
- For end users: they benefit from equipment tested and inspected for its reliability and durability.
QB 58 Certification Requirements
The QB 58 standard covers self-regulating and non-self-regulating heating cables intended for heating applications in water supply and drainage pipes in buildings.
The certified characteristics include:
- Thermal performance of parallel heat-tracing resistors
Insulation resistance - Power curves
- Continuous monitoring to ensure compliance
To ensure compliance with the certification requirements, rigorous monitoring is implemented:
- Production audits: conducted annually at manufacturing sites.
- Laboratory tests: conducted annually by an independent and competent organization.
The frequency of these inspections can be adjusted based on the results obtained and compliance with the quality criteria defined in the QB 58 standard.
A strong commitment to quality from WORLDTRACE and ELTRACE
By obtaining this certification, ELTRACE and its WORLDTRACE production plant reaffirm their commitment to the quality and performance of their electrical heat tracing solutions. ELTRACE provides its customers with certified products that comply with the most demanding standards.
This recognition is an additional guarantee for our partners and customers who want to rely on reliable and high-performance products.
To learn more about QB 58 certification and our heating solutions, please contact us!
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What is a Self Regulating Heating Cable - Definition
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What is self-regulating heating cable?
It is a heating cable formed by a semi-conductive matrix inserted between two conductors, to which an electric voltage is applied.
The more the matrix heats up, the more its resistance increases, until the cable reaches thermal equilibrium with its surrounding environment. At stabilization, the resistance is maximum and the power dissipated is minimum.
Its construction is similar to resistors supplied in parallel, whose calorific power is independent of the length of the cabl
What are the advantages of heating cables?
Heating cables, tracers, ribbons, or self-regulating or self-limiting heating cords can save energy.
In addition to this, as the powers per meter are independent of the cable length, the cables cut to the exact length desired without changing the power per meter. They are more robust, and have a longer life span.
Inherently, it is not possible to exceed the maximum temperature for which they are designed which brings an additional security (this is valid for all our self-regulating heating cables).
What are the main applications, where electrical self limiting heating cables are used?
Self-regulating heating cables have two main functions: frost protection and maintenance at low, medium or high temperatures.
- Frost protection of pipes, tanks, containers ....
- Defrosting gutters and gutter descents.
- Defrosting door seals in cold rooms.
- Roof snow removal.
- Temperature maintenance of pipes, tanks, containers ...
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Self Limiting Heating Cable TRACECO-T
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Self-regulating cable "Low temperature"
FROST PROTECTION AGAINST ICE AND LOW TEMPERATURE MAINTENANCE FOR PIPE,..
By using our tracers TRACECO® type, you ensure the best heat-tracing system. They are designed to prevent any risk of burst pipes due to freezing.
Self Limiting or Self Regulating Technology allows easy operation safely. The power changes depending on the temperature and prevents overheating.
When it is cold, the polymer shrinks and facilitates the flow of current, thereby increasing the temperature of the cable. As it gets warmer, the polymer expands and prevents the current: the Self Regulating cable heats less than before.
Finally, a « parallel » technology allows the cable to be cut to desired length directly on the site. Exact fit the length of heating cable for your needs.
The Box storage system on coil allows easy handling, quick and convenient. This product is in stock and can be used with the fast connector system DomoClick®
Construction of the self regulating heating cable TRACECO
- Bus wire Cu nickel-plated (2x1.25mm²)
- Self limiting heating element
- Insultation
- Tin-plated copper protective earth wires with Protective aluminium foil
- Thermoplastique (TPE-O) outer jacket (Black)
Self regulating heating cable TRACECO - Power curve
Datasheet of the heating cable
- Nominal voltage 230 V
- Tolerances -0/+5 W
- Maximum exposure temperature (energised) 65°C
- Maximum exposure temperature (deenergised) 80°C
- Minimum installation temperature -35°C
- Temperature Class T6
- Minimum Bending Radius 25 mm
- Weight approx. 90-105 kg/km (alufoil)
- Weight approx. 105-126 kg/km (braided)
Self Limiting Cable Maximal length:
- TRACECO-10…………. 200 m
- TRACECO-20…………. 155 m
- TRACECO-30…………. 120 m
- TRACECO-40…………. 100 m
Product certifications : CSTB, EAC, CE, IP67, RoHS, REACH, UV-Resistant
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