Pipeline Packs

Catco Pipeline Packs position one, two, or four catalytic heaters directly adjacent to a pipe to raise the temperature of what’s flowing through it. They’re commonly placed upstream of valves, regulators, chokes, and other equipment to prevent freezing. Pipeline Packs install onto an existing pipe, making them easy to use and highly versatile.

How They Work

Catco catalytic heaters bring fuel and oxygen together in the presence of a heated catalyst. This causes a chemical reaction that produces infrared heat but no flame, and the catalyst is not consumed by the reaction. Once it’s operational, a catalytic heater can operate indefinitely if it has a clean source of fuel and sufficient air.

The operating characteristics of Catco catalytic heaters have made them a safe and effective solution in a variety of industrial applications for decades. They are particularly well suited for use in hazardous areas and remote locations. Catco catalytic heaters can be configured with certification by FM or CSA for use in Class I, Division 1 & 2, Group D areas.

Product Specs

Product specifications for our most common options are listed in the table below. Please see the product bulletin for a complete list of options and full product specifications, or contact us for more information.

Product NumberPipe SizeBTU/hrInstalled LengthStarting Amps, 12 VStarting Amps, 24 VStarting Amps, 120 VStarting Amps, 240 V
71-0441" to 4"3000 or 600014"8.3 or 16.74.2 or 8.40.8 or 1.60.4 or 0.8
71-0451" to 4"6000 or 12,00026"16.7 or 33.34.2 or 8.41.9 or 3.81.9 or 3.8
71-5021" to 6"24,00026"33.38.43.83.8

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