Can the Kats Heaters Handi-Heat Magnetic Heater be Used to Heat Water Pipes on an RV

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Can the Kat's Heaters heater be used to keep water pipes on my RV from freezing?

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The Kat's Heaters Handi-Heat Magnetic Heater # KH1155 was specifically designed to heat up various fluids in the engine of your vehicle. Since it has a heat output of 300 F - 400 F I recommend going another route.

A better way to go is with the Therma Heat elbow pads. We have part # 277-000162 which is 8" x 3" and part # 277-000161 which is 13" x 3". Either one of these will do a great job keeping your water pipes warm as long as they do not exceed 3" in diameter. Just connect one wire to a power source and the other end to a ground.

I have attached some review videos for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

We've had this question before and the manufacturer of the ThermaHeat #277-000164 that you referenced has stated that it's okay to insulate over the heating pad.

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Answer 2

The Therma Heat heating pad #277-000164 is thermostat-controlled, automatically turning on at 45 degrees Fahrenheit and turning off at 67 degrees Fahrenheit. I do not recommend applying insulation over the heating pad as this could retain enough heat…

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Answer 3

There's nothing stopping you from using a Holding Tank Heater Pad such as #277-000164 on black or gray water tanks. However with the black water tank adding a heat source could create excess gases which could be a potential problem.

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Answer 4

Thermaheat does not have a specific recommendation on how many heating pads to use like with the #277-000161 that you referenced. You'd have to use your best judgment based on the climate and setup of the pipes on your RV. This was mainly…

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Answer 5

When this has come up before, ThermaHeat recommends removing a portion (18-1/4 x 12 in this instance) of the insulation on the tank large enough to install the #277-000164 heater so it's in direct contact with the tank. You're correct,…

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Answer 6

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 7

The Dometic RV Water Heater - Gas - Automatic Pilot - 12 Volt - 8,800 Btu - 6 Gal Tank Item AT96121 is the direct replacement for the GC6AA-10E. Unfortunately it is out of stock with no expected restock date. Instead I recommend the Furrion RV…

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