Case Study
Comfort Heating System Provides Remote Control Advantages And High-Limit Protection
Comfort Heating System Provides Remote Control Advantages And High-Limit Protection Problem: A German ship manufacturer required comfort heating for a new oceangoing vessel. Protection from overheating and corrosion were the main requirements for the heating system Solution: Because they provide even, consistent heating as well as long life, Watlow duct heaters were recommended. Watlow designed a 70KW heater rated at 380 volts for the system. A flange-mounted disconnect mechanism was installed to shut off power to the heater. Distribution blocks power individual heater circuits to facilitate ease of wiring. Watlow designed a control panel rated for NEMA 4X resistance to water and corrosion. Operating inside the control panel is a SERIES 965 temperature control with NEMA 4X rating, four mer