{"title":"Hot Water Temperature Maintenance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot water trace heating provides a practical way to maintain hot-water temperatures along pipework where a conventional return circulation system is unsuitable or unnecessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Hot Water Temperature Maintenance range is built around the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHWS-R Self-Regulating Hot Water Trace Heating Cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed specifically for domestic and commercial hot-water services. The standard HWS-R cable maintains pipe temperatures around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–60°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and automatically adjusts its heat output along the cable length. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/products\/hws-r-self-regulating-hot-water-trace-heating-cable?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eInsulation \u0026amp; More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe collection includes compatible trace-heating controls, junction boxes, connection components and installation accessories for building a complete temperature-maintenance system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical applications include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomestic hot-water distribution pipework\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHotels and accommodation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHospitals and healthcare facilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchools and public buildings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommercial buildings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResidential developments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong hot-water pipe runs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSystems where hot water needs to remain available close to outlets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHWS-R can help maintain hot-water temperature without relying solely on traditional return pipework and circulation pumps. The cable should be installed with suitable pipe insulation to reduce heat loss and allow the system to operate effectively. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"trace-heating-labels-add-contact-details","title":"Trace Heating Labels (Pack of 10)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Trace heating warning label is designed to be used with Trace heating kits. It is printed on self-adhesive yellow vinyl and intended for use in conjunction with Trace heating trace solutions to provide warning of the presence of electrical heat tracing within walls, floors, and ceilings. Text is printed in black on a yellow label (45mm x 25mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended minimum spacing between labels should be one label per 5 metres of traced pipe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you select a customized option, please add the details of your requested customization or branding (e.g. company name, phone number etc) during checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Insulation \u0026 More","offers":[{"title":"Branded","offer_id":19826510727,"sku":"INM-THLB10","price":4.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard labels","offer_id":19826510791,"sku":"INM-THLS10","price":4.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1172\/9930\/files\/Warning_Label.png?v=1775655928"},{"product_id":"smart-guard-electric-trace-heating-controller","title":"Smart-GUARD Electric Trace Heating Controller","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n 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.imc-product-card__body p {\n flex:1;\n color:var(--im-muted);\n font-size:13px;\n }\n\n\n \/* HELP CTA *\/\n\n .imc-help {\n padding:30px;\n border-radius:11px;\n background:var(--im-navy);\n color:#fff;\n }\n\n .imc-help h2 {\n color:#fff;\n }\n\n .imc-help p {\n color:#dce6ef;\n }\n\n .imc-help__actions {\n display:flex;\n flex-wrap:wrap;\n gap:9px;\n margin-top:19px;\n }\n\n\n \/* FAQ *\/\n\n .imc-faq {\n margin-top:20px;\n border-top:1px solid var(--im-border);\n }\n\n .imc-faq details {\n border-bottom:1px solid var(--im-border);\n }\n\n .imc-faq summary {\n cursor:pointer;\n padding:16px 0;\n color:var(--im-navy);\n font-weight:700;\n }\n\n .imc-faq details p {\n margin:0;\n padding:0 0 16px;\n color:var(--im-muted);\n }\n\n\n \/* RESPONSIVE *\/\n\n @media(max-width:900px) {\n\n .imc-feature-grid,\n .imc-system {\n grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n }\n\n .imc-use-grid,\n .imc-monitor-grid {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n .imc-related {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n .imc-steps {\n grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n }\n\n }\n\n @media(max-width:650px) {\n\n .imc-section {\n padding:30px 0;\n }\n\n .imc-hero {\n padding:22px 20px;\n }\n\n .imc-feature-grid,\n .imc-system,\n .imc-steps {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n .imc-spec th,\n .imc-spec td {\n display:block;\n width:100%;\n }\n\n .imc-spec th {\n padding-bottom:4px;\n }\n\n .imc-spec td {\n padding-top:5px;\n }\n\n }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"im-controller\"\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n PRODUCT OVERVIEW\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-hero\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-hero__content\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Solco Pyroelec Electronic Temperature Controller\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-GUARD Trace Heating Controller\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The \u003cstrong\u003eSOLCO PYROELEC Smart-GUARD\u003c\/strong\u003e is an electronic\n temperature controller designed for trace heating applications\n where continuous monitoring and system redundancy are required.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n It is designed primarily for \u003cstrong\u003efreeze protection applications\n in the fire sprinkler market\u003c\/strong\u003e, where duplicated trace heating\n cables can be separately switched and monitored.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD continuously monitors\n \u003cstrong\u003etwo independent heating circuits\u003c\/strong\u003e operating on a\n duty\/standby basis. If a fault is detected on the duty heater,\n the controller generates an alarm and automatically switches\n to the standby heater.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-tags\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n 2 Independent Circuits\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n Duty \/ Standby\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n Automatic Switchover\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n 20A Max Load\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n Soft-Start\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n 0°C to +150°C\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n WHEN TO CHOOSE\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Product Selection\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n When to Choose Smart-GUARD\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n Smart-GUARD is designed for trace heating systems where maintaining\n operation following a heating-circuit fault is important, particularly\n duplicated fire sprinkler frost-protection systems.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-grid\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Fire Sprinkler Frost Protection\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC identifies fire sprinkler freeze protection as the\n primary application for Smart-GUARD.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Redundant Trace Heating Systems\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Suitable where two independently monitored heating circuits are\n required on a duty\/standby basis for redundancy protection.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Single-Circuit Applications\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The manufacturer also states that Smart-GUARD can be used as a\n single-circuit controller and in higher-temperature applications.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n KEY FEATURES\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Manufacturer-Confirmed Features\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-GUARD Key Features\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Two Independent Circuits\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Continuously monitors two independent trace heating circuits.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Duty \/ Standby Operation\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Designed to operate duplicated heating circuits on a duty\/standby basis.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Automatic Switchover\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n If a fault occurs on the duty heater, Smart-GUARD alarms and\n automatically switches to the standby heater.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Continuous Monitoring\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The manufacturer specifies active circuit monitoring\n 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Soft-Start Function\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Built-in soft-start is designed to eliminate inrush currents,\n allowing increased circuit lengths compared with a standard controller.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n 20A Maximum Load\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Maximum specified load current is 20A.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Air \/ Surface Temperature Control\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Uses an NTC thermistor sensor for temperature measurement and control.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Wall or Pipe Mounting\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Supplied with four plastic mounting clips for direct wall mounting\n or use with a SOLCO PYROELEC pipe mounting bracket.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n HOW IT WORKS\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Controller Operation\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n How Smart-GUARD Works\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-steps\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 1\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Monitor Both Circuits\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD continuously monitors two independent trace heating\n circuits.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 2\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Operate Duty Heater\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n One circuit operates as the duty heater while the second circuit\n remains available as the standby heater.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 3\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Detect a Fault\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n If a fault is detected in the duty heater, Smart-GUARD generates\n an alarm condition.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 4\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Auto-Switch to Standby\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The controller automatically switches operation to the standby\n heater following a detected duty-heater fault.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n FIRE SPRINKLER APPLICATION\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Fire Sprinkler Trace Heating\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Designed for Redundant Sprinkler Frost Protection\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC specifically identifies Smart-GUARD as a controller\n for freeze-protection applications predominantly within the fire\n sprinkler market.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-compliance\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n BS EN 12845, LPC \u0026amp; FPA RC38\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n According to SOLCO PYROELEC, Smart-GUARD is designed specifically\n to meet the requirements of \u003cstrong\u003eBS EN 12845\u003c\/strong\u003e as\n described in the \u003cstrong\u003eLPC regulations\u003c\/strong\u003e and\n \u003cstrong\u003eRC38 recommendations published by the FPA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The manufacturer explains that these requirements call for\n duplicated trace heating cables, with each cable separately\n switched and monitored.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n DUTY \/ STANDBY\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Redundancy Protection\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Duty \/ Standby Circuit Monitoring\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n One of the principal differences between Smart-GUARD and a standard\n trace heating thermostat is its ability to manage two independent\n circuits as a monitored duty\/standby system.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-monitor-grid\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-monitor\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Duty Circuit\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The primary heating circuit provides the active trace heating duty.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-monitor\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Standby Circuit\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n A second independent circuit remains available to provide redundancy.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-monitor\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Automatic Changeover\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n If a duty-heater fault is detected, Smart-GUARD alarms and\n automatically switches to the standby circuit.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Technical Information\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-GUARD Technical Specification\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n The following values are taken from the current SOLCO PYROELEC\n Smart-GUARD manufacturer specification.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003ctable class=\"imc-spec\"\u003e\n\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eElectronic temperature controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003ePrimary Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Freeze protection, predominantly for fire sprinkler systems\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eControl Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n ON\/OFF with automatic switchover\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eHeating Circuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 2 independent circuits, duty \/ standby\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eRated Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 100Vac minimum – 270Vac maximum, 50\/60Hz\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eMaximum Load Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 20A\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eTemperature Setting Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 0°C to +150°C\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eAmbient Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n -20°C to +60°C\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eTemperature Sensor Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 3m NTC thermistor\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eMaximum Sensor Exposure Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 200°C\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eEnclosure Base\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n ABS\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eEnclosure Lid\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Polycarbonate transparent lid\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eEnclosure Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 170mm × 228mm × 110mm\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eTerminals\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 8 × 2.5mm² and 9 × 4mm²\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Direct wall mounting or pipe mounting using a SOLCO PYROELEC bracket\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eSoft-Start\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Yes\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n COMPLETE SYSTEM\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Build the Complete System\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Complete Your Trace Heating Installation\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n Smart-GUARD provides the control and monitoring function within\n the system. The complete installation will also require correctly\n selected heating cable, termination components, fixing accessories\n and appropriate insulation.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Heating Cable\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Select the appropriate trace heating cable for the application\n and system design.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-cables\"\u003e\n Shop Trace Heating Cables →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Termination Components\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD is designed to work with SOLCO PYROELEC heating\n cable termination kits.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-fixings-accessories\"\u003e\n Shop Accessories →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Fixing Accessories\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse fixing tape, aluminium foil tape and related installation\n components.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-fixings-accessories\"\u003e\n View Fixings →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Pipe Insulation\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Complete the pipework installation with insulation appropriate\n to the system design.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/pipe-insulation\"\u003e\n Shop Pipe Insulation →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n RELATED PRODUCTS\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n More Trace Heating Options\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Related Products \u0026amp; Ranges\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n Compare Smart-GUARD with other controller options or continue\n building the complete trace heating system.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-related\"\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- SMART ECO --\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-product-card\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/products\/smart-eco-temperature-controller-thermostat\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__image\"\u003e\n\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Smart-Eco.png?v=1775654975\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"Solco Pyroelec Smart-ECO temperature controller\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__body\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Electronic Thermostat\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Smart-ECO\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Electronic air or surface-sensing thermostat for ON\/OFF\n control of SOLCO PYROELEC trace heating cables.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-link\"\u003e\n View Smart-ECO →\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- SPRINKLER SYSTEM --\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-product-card\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/sprinkler-systems\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__image\"\u003e\n\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Smart_Guard.png?v=1775655126\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"Fire sprinkler trace heating systems\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__body\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Fire Sprinkler Protection\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Sprinkler Trace Heating\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse trace heating cables, controls and accessories for\n sprinkler pipework frost-protection systems.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-link\"\u003e\n Shop Sprinkler Systems →\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- CABLES --\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-product-card\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-cables\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__image\"\u003e\n\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/files\/SolcoMSRCable.png?v=1781876188\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"SOLCO trace heating cables\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__body\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Heating Cable\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Trace Heating Cables\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse self-regulating, constant wattage and specialist\n trace heating cable options.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-link\"\u003e\n Shop Heating Cables →\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n HELP\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-help\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\" style=\"color:#8fc1ff;\"\u003e\n Technical Product Support\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Not Sure if Smart-GUARD Is the Right Controller?\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Controller selection depends on the heating cable, circuit design,\n temperature range, required redundancy and monitoring requirements.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n For fire sprinkler applications in particular, provide details of\n the pipework, cable arrangement and project requirements so that\n the complete system can be checked against the relevant design\n requirements.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-help__actions\"\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\n Contact Our Team\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-btn imc-btn--blue\" href=\"tel:01792209987\"\u003e\n Call 01792 209987\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-btn imc-btn--blue\" href=\"mailto:info@insulation-more.co.uk\"\u003e\n Email Us\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n FAQ\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Smart-GUARD FAQs\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-faq\"\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What is Smart-GUARD used for?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD is an electronic temperature controller designed\n primarily for freeze-protection applications in the fire sprinkler\n market and for trace heating systems where redundancy protection\n is required.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n How many trace heating circuits can Smart-GUARD monitor?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD actively monitors two independent heating circuits\n operating on a duty\/standby basis.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What happens if the duty heating circuit fails?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC states that if a fault is detected in the duty\n heater, Smart-GUARD generates an alarm and automatically switches\n to the standby heater.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Does Smart-GUARD continuously monitor the heating circuits?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. The manufacturer specifies continuous active monitoring\n 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What is the Smart-GUARD temperature setting range?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The current SOLCO PYROELEC specification gives a setting range\n of 0°C to +150°C.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What is the maximum load current?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD has a manufacturer-specified maximum load current\n of 20A.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What type of temperature sensor is supplied?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-GUARD uses a 3 metre NTC thermistor temperature sensor.\n The manufacturer specifies a maximum sensor exposure temperature\n of 200°C.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What does the Smart-GUARD soft-start function do?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC states that the soft-start feature eliminates\n inrush currents, allowing increased circuit lengths compared\n with a standard controller.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Can Smart-GUARD be used as a single-circuit controller?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. Although Smart-GUARD is designed around two-circuit\n duty\/standby operation, SOLCO PYROELEC also states that it can\n be used as a single-circuit controller.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Can Smart-GUARD be wall or pipe mounted?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. The manufacturer states that the unit is supplied with four\n plastic bracket clips for direct wall mounting, or it can be\n mounted on a pipe using a bracket supplied by SOLCO PYROELEC.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Is Smart-GUARD intended for sprinkler trace heating?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. SOLCO PYROELEC specifically identifies freeze protection\n in the fire sprinkler market as the principal Smart-GUARD\n application and states that the controller is designed to meet\n the requirements of BS EN 12845 as described in LPC regulations\n and the FPA's RC38 recommendations.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Solco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40650427760722,"sku":"","price":319.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1172\/9930\/files\/Smart_Guard_4.png?v=1775652684"},{"product_id":"smart-eco-temperature-controller-thermostat","title":"Smart-ECO Temperature Controller\/Thermostat","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .im-controller {\n --im-blue:#2D89F7;\n --im-navy:#17324d;\n --im-red:#EC2D2C;\n --im-text:#33404c;\n --im-muted:#66727d;\n --im-light:#f5f8fb;\n --im-border:#dfe6ec;\n --im-white:#ffffff;\n\n 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=====================================================\n SYSTEM\n ===================================================== *\/\n\n .imc-system {\n display:grid;\n grid-template-columns:repeat(4,minmax(0,1fr));\n gap:14px;\n margin-top:22px;\n }\n\n .imc-system-card {\n display:flex;\n flex-direction:column;\n padding:19px;\n border:1px solid var(--im-border);\n border-radius:9px;\n background:#fff;\n }\n\n .imc-system-card p {\n flex:1;\n margin-bottom:13px;\n color:var(--im-muted);\n font-size:13px;\n }\n\n\n \/* =====================================================\n RELATED PRODUCTS\n ===================================================== *\/\n\n .imc-related {\n display:grid;\n grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));\n gap:16px;\n margin-top:22px;\n }\n\n .imc-product-card {\n display:flex;\n flex-direction:column;\n overflow:hidden;\n border:1px solid var(--im-border);\n border-radius:10px;\n background:#fff;\n color:inherit;\n transition:transform .2s ease,box-shadow .2s 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=====================================================\n FAQ\n ===================================================== *\/\n\n .imc-faq {\n margin-top:20px;\n border-top:1px solid var(--im-border);\n }\n\n .imc-faq details {\n border-bottom:1px solid var(--im-border);\n }\n\n .imc-faq summary {\n cursor:pointer;\n padding:16px 0;\n color:var(--im-navy);\n font-weight:700;\n }\n\n .imc-faq details p {\n margin:0;\n padding:0 0 16px;\n color:var(--im-muted);\n }\n\n\n \/* =====================================================\n RESPONSIVE\n ===================================================== *\/\n\n @media(max-width:900px) {\n\n .imc-feature-grid,\n .imc-alarm-grid,\n .imc-system {\n grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n }\n\n .imc-use-grid {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n .imc-related {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n }\n\n @media(max-width:720px) {\n\n .imc-steps {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n }\n\n @media(max-width:600px) {\n\n .imc-section {\n padding:30px 0;\n }\n\n .imc-hero {\n padding:22px 20px;\n }\n\n .imc-feature-grid,\n .imc-alarm-grid,\n .imc-system {\n grid-template-columns:1fr;\n }\n\n .imc-spec th,\n .imc-spec td {\n display:block;\n width:100%;\n }\n\n .imc-spec th {\n padding-bottom:4px;\n }\n\n .imc-spec td {\n padding-top:5px;\n }\n\n }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"im-controller\"\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n PRODUCT OVERVIEW\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-hero\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-hero__content\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Solco Pyroelec Electronic Thermostat\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-ECO Trace Heating Temperature Controller\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The \u003cstrong\u003eSolco Pyroelec Smart-ECO\u003c\/strong\u003e is an electronic\n air or surface-sensing thermostat designed to provide measurement\n and ON\/OFF control for SOLCO PYROELEC trace heating cables.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The controller switches the heating load through a\n \u003cstrong\u003e20A control relay\u003c\/strong\u003e and also provides fault\n monitoring and feedback through a\n \u003cstrong\u003e2A BMS fault alarm relay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-ECO is designed for air or surface-sensing applications\n between \u003cstrong\u003e-20°C and +99°C\u003c\/strong\u003e in\n \u003cstrong\u003enon-hazardous areas\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-tags\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n 20A Control Relay\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n 2A BMS Alarm Relay\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n Air \/ Surface Sensing\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n ON\/OFF Control\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-tag\"\u003e\n Fault Monitoring\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n WHEN TO CHOOSE\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Product Selection\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n When to Choose Smart-ECO\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n Smart-ECO is designed for non-hazardous trace heating installations\n where air or surface temperature sensing, ON\/OFF heating control and\n basic fault feedback are required.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-grid\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Air Temperature Sensing\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The supplied temperature sensor can be used for applications where\n the trace heating circuit is controlled according to air temperature.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Surface Temperature Sensing\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-ECO can also operate from a surface temperature measurement\n where control is based on the temperature at the sensing location.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-use-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n BMS Fault Feedback\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n A dedicated BMS fault alarm relay allows fault information from the\n controller to be provided to a compatible Building Management System.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n KEY FEATURES\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Manufacturer-Confirmed Features\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-ECO Key Features\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n 20A Control Relay\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The heating load is switched through the controller's\n 20A control relay.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n 2A BMS Fault Relay\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Dedicated BMS fault alarm relay provides system fault feedback.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Air or Surface Sensing\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Designed to operate using either air-temperature or\n surface-temperature sensing.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n 3m NTC Sensor\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Supplied with an NTC thermistor sensor probe with a\n 3 metre cable.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Wide Supply Range\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Suitable for a rated supply from 100Vac to 270Vac at\n 50\/60Hz.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n ON\/OFF Control\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Provides ON\/OFF temperature control over the connected\n trace heating circuit.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Fault Diagnosis\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Monitors four defined types of controller and system\n fault condition.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-feature\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Termination Kit Compatibility\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Designed to work easily with SOLCO PYROELEC heating cable\n termination kits.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n HOW IT WORKS\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Controller Operation\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n How Smart-ECO Works\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-steps\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 1\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Measure Temperature\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The supplied NTC thermistor sensor measures the temperature\n at the selected air or surface sensing location.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 2\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Control the Heating Load\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-ECO provides ON\/OFF control of the trace heating load\n through its 20A control relay according to the controller's\n temperature setting.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-step__number\"\u003e\n 3\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Monitor for Faults\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The controller monitors defined fault conditions and provides\n feedback through its BMS fault alarm relay.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Technical Information\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-ECO Technical Specification\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n The following technical information is based on the current\n SOLCO PYROELEC Smart-ECO manufacturer specification.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003ctable class=\"imc-spec\"\u003e\n\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Product Type\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Electronic air \/ surface-sensing thermostat\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Control Method\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n ON\/OFF\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Rated Voltage\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 100Vac minimum – 270Vac maximum, 50\/60Hz\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Maximum Load Current\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 20A\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Control Relay\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 20A\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n BMS Fault Alarm Relay\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 2A\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Temperature Setting Range\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n -20°C to +99°C\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Ambient Temperature\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n -20°C to +60°C\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Temperature Sensor\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n NTC thermistor\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Sensor Cable Length\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 3 metres\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Maximum Sensor Exposure Temperature\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 200°C\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Enclosure Base\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n ABS\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Enclosure Lid\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Polycarbonate transparent lid\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Enclosure Dimensions\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 125mm × 175mm × 75mm\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Number of Terminals\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 14\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Terminal Rated Cross Section\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n 2.5mm²\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003e\n Application Area\n \u003c\/th\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e\n Non-hazardous areas\n \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n FAULT MONITORING\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Monitoring \u0026amp; Diagnostics\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Smart-ECO Fault Monitoring\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC specifies up to four diagnosed alarm types for the\n Smart-ECO controller.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-alarm-grid\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-alarm\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Sensor Error\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Detection of a temperature sensor short-circuit or\n open-circuit condition.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-alarm\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Load Relay Error\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Diagnostic monitoring for a detected load relay error.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-alarm\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Voltage Error\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Diagnostic monitoring for a detected voltage error.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-alarm\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\n Temperature Limit Error\n \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Alarm condition when configured high or low temperature\n limits are exceeded.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n COMPLETE SYSTEM\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Build the Complete System\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Complete Your Trace Heating Installation\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n Smart-ECO provides the temperature control element of the system.\n Browse the related trace heating ranges for heating cable,\n termination and connection components, fixing accessories and\n pipe insulation.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Heating Cable\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse the full range of self-regulating, constant wattage\n and specialist trace heating cables.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-cables\"\u003e\n Shop Trace Heating Cables →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Connections \u0026amp; Terminations\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Find connection and termination products used to complete\n trace heating circuits.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-fixings-accessories\"\u003e\n Shop Accessories →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Fixing Accessories\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse tapes and other installation products for securing\n trace heating cable.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-fixings-accessories\"\u003e\n View Fixings →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-system-card\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Pipe Insulation\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse pipe insulation products for use as part of the overall\n trace heating and pipework installation.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/pipe-insulation\"\u003e\n Shop Pipe Insulation →\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n RELATED PRODUCTS\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n More Trace Heating Options\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Related Products \u0026amp; Ranges\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"imc-intro\"\u003e\n Compare Smart-ECO with other controller options or continue\n building your trace heating system with cable and installation\n components.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-related\"\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- SMART-GUARD --\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-product-card\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/products\/smart-guard-electric-trace-heating-controller\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__image\"\u003e\n\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Smart_Guard.png?v=1775655126\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"Solco Pyroelec Smart-GUARD trace heating controller\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__body\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Dual-Circuit Controller\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Smart-GUARD\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC controller designed for applications requiring\n two independently monitored heating circuits operating on a\n duty \/ standby basis.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-link\"\u003e\n View Smart-GUARD →\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- ALL CONTROLLERS --\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-product-card\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-boxes\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__image\"\u003e\n\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Smart-Eco.png?v=1775654975\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"Trace heating controllers and thermostats\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__body\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Compare Controllers\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Controllers \u0026amp; Thermostats\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse electronic and mechanical temperature-control options\n for different trace heating system requirements.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-link\"\u003e\n View All Controllers →\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- HEATING CABLE --\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-product-card\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/collections\/trace-heating-cables\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__image\"\u003e\n\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/files\/SolcoMSRCable.png?v=1781876188\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"Trace heating cables\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-product-card__body\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Heating Cable\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\n Trace Heating Cables\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Browse self-regulating, constant wattage and specialist\n trace heating cable options.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-link\"\u003e\n Shop Heating Cables →\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n HELP\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-help\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\" style=\"color:#8fc1ff;\"\u003e\n Technical Product Support\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Not Sure Which Trace Heating Controller You Need?\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The correct controller depends on the heating cable, circuit\n requirements, sensing method, operating temperature and the\n level of monitoring required.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Contact the Insulation \u0026amp; More team with your system details\n and we can help identify the most appropriate product route\n from our trace heating range.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-help__actions\"\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/insulation-more.co.uk\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\n Contact Our Team\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-btn imc-btn--blue\" href=\"tel:01792209987\"\u003e\n Call 01792 209987\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003ca class=\"imc-btn imc-btn--blue\" href=\"mailto:info@insulation-more.co.uk\"\u003e\n Email Us\n \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n \u003c!-- =====================================================\n FAQ\n ===================================================== --\u003e\n\n \u003csection class=\"imc-section\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"imc-eyebrow\"\u003e\n Smart-ECO FAQs\n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003e\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"imc-faq\"\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What is the Smart-ECO controller?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-ECO is an electronic air or surface-sensing thermostat\n designed by SOLCO PYROELEC to provide ON\/OFF control of its\n trace heating cables.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Can Smart-ECO measure air and surface temperature?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. The manufacturer specifies Smart-ECO for both air and\n surface-sensing applications.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What is the Smart-ECO temperature setting range?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n The manufacturer specifies a temperature setting range from\n -20°C to +99°C.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What is the maximum load current?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Smart-ECO has a maximum load current of 20A and uses a 20A\n control relay to switch the heating load.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Does Smart-ECO provide BMS fault feedback?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. Smart-ECO incorporates a 2A BMS fault alarm relay for\n fault monitoring and feedback.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Is a temperature sensor supplied with Smart-ECO?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. Smart-ECO is supplied with an NTC thermistor sensor probe\n with a 3 metre cable. The manufacturer specifies a maximum\n sensor exposure temperature of 200°C.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n What faults can Smart-ECO diagnose?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC specifies up to four diagnosed alarm types:\n sensor short\/open circuit error, load relay error, voltage error\n and high\/low temperature limit exceeded error.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Can Smart-ECO be used in hazardous areas?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n No. SOLCO PYROELEC specifies Smart-ECO for use in\n non-hazardous areas.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Which trace heating cables can Smart-ECO control?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n SOLCO PYROELEC states that Smart-ECO is designed to provide\n measurement and control for SOLCO PYROELEC heating cables.\n The suitability of the controller for a particular circuit\n should be checked against the cable and system design\n requirements.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n\n \u003csummary\u003e\n Does Smart-ECO work with SOLCO PYROELEC termination kits?\n \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n Yes. The manufacturer states that Smart-ECO is designed to\n work easily with SOLCO PYROELEC heating cable termination kits.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Solco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40695043719250,"sku":"SMART-ECO-V03-DIGITAL-THERMOSTAT","price":196.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1172\/9930\/files\/Smart-Eco.png?v=1775654975"},{"product_id":"connectatube-sp-2jb-junction-box","title":"CONNECTATUBE SP-2JB M25 Tubular Junction Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCONNECTATUBE SP-2JB M25 Tubular Junction Box\u003c\/strong\u003e is a robust and reliable solution for connecting power and heating cables in demanding environments. 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