{"product_id":"12v-dc-pipe-heating-cable","title":"MAXKOSKO 12V DC Self-Regulating Heating Cable, 5W\/ft Low Voltage Pipe Heat Tape for RV, Boat \u0026 Off-Grid Water Lines","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mk-product-content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nOverview\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-overview\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e12V DC Cut-to-Length Self-Regulating Pipe Heating Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAXKOSKO 12V DC Pipe Heating Cable provides low-voltage freeze protection for RVs, campers, boats, battery-powered plumbing, off-grid water systems, and other locations where 120V household power is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cable delivers approximately 5W\/ft at 50°F (10°C), automatically adjusts its heat output according to temperature, and can be trimmed to the required length when the cut end is properly sealed with the included waterproof end-seal kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12V DC Low Voltage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for compatible 12V batteries, DC power systems, RVs, boats, and off-grid installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCut-to-Length Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim the heating cable to the required pipe length and reseal the cut end using the included waterproof end-seal kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSelf-Regulating Heat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduces more heat in colder conditions and reduces output as pipe temperature rises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3 ft Cold Lead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides a separate non-heating lead for connection to the compatible 12V DC power system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-inline-media\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_1.jpg?v=1784275602\" alt=\"MAXKOSKO 12V DC self-regulating pipe heating cable\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 0 18px;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nImportant Before Ordering\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Before Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-warning-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12V DC Power Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Connect to 120V AC:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cable is designed only for compatible 12V DC electrical systems. Connecting it to household voltage will damage the product and create a serious safety hazard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source Not Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 12V battery, DC power supply, switch, fuse, wiring, and battery-management equipment are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120V Controller Is Not Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maxkosko.com\/products\/thermostat-for-pipe-heat-tape\"\u003eMAXKOSKO 120V Thermostat Controller\u003c\/a\u003e with this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalculate Electrical Load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the selected cable length, total current demand, fuse rating, wire gauge, battery capacity, and expected operating time before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Regulating Is Not Auto-Off:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cable adjusts heat output but does not completely shut itself off. Use a compatible 12V switch, thermostat, relay, or power-management system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeal Every Cut End:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never energize the cable after cutting until the exposed end has been completely sealed with the supplied waterproof end-seal components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Insulation Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the pipe and cable with suitable insulation after installation to improve freeze protection and reduce battery use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-inline-media\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_3.jpg?v=1784275602\" alt=\"Cut-to-length low-voltage pipe heating cable\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 0 18px;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nCompare Models\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e12V DC or 120V AC?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose 12V DC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for RVs, boats, trailers, batteries, solar systems, mobile plumbing, and remote installations without household power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Blue 120V\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for household outlets when you want a built-in automatic thermostat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maxkosko.com\/products\/pipe-heat-cable-blue\"\u003eView Blue 120V Cable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Green 120V\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for household outlets when you want continuous operation or a separate adjustable controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maxkosko.com\/products\/pipe-heat-cable-green\"\u003eView Green 120V Cable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Dual-LED 120V\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest when you want a built-in thermostat with separate power and active-heating indicators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maxkosko.com\/products\/maxkosko-dual-led-pgb\"\u003eView Dual-LED 120V Cable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-inline-media\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_4.jpg?v=1784275602\" alt=\"Waterproof end seal kit for 12V self-regulating heat cable\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 0 18px;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_7.jpg?v=1784275602\" alt=\"12V DC pipe freeze protection cable specifications\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nSpecifications\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-spec-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mk-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut-to-Length Self-Regulating External Pipe Heating Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V DC Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 5W\/ft at 50°F (10°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold Lead Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Maintenance Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e149°F (65°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Bend Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 0.5 in at 50°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut to Length and Seal with Included Waterproof End-Seal Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Trace, Spiral Wrap or Approved Overlap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRV, Camper, Boat, Battery and Off-Grid Water Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-inline-media\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_2.jpg?v=1784275601\" alt=\"12V DC heat tape for RV boat and off-grid water lines\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 0 18px;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_5.jpg?v=1784275602\" alt=\"12V pipe heat cable straight and spiral installation\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 0 18px;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nInstallation\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-collapsible-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"mk-collapsible\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mk-collapsible-title\"\u003eBasic Installation Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mk-collapsible-action\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mk-collapsible-hint-closed\"\u003eView Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mk-collapsible-hint-open\"\u003eHide Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-collapsible-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mk-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and dry the outside of the pipe before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the cable in a straight line, spiral pattern, or approved overlapping configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the cable approximately every 12 inches using aluminum foil tape or suitable ties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the cable only at the required end location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the waterproof end seal completely before connecting power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the pipe and cable with suitable insulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the red and black leads to the correct 12V DC polarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall appropriate fuse and overcurrent protection for the selected cable length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the complete system before winter use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nFAQ\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-section mk-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this cable plug into a household outlet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It operates only on 12V DC and must never be connected to a 120V AC household outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use the MAXKOSKO 120V thermostat controller?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 120V controller is electrically incompatible with this 12V DC cable. Use a controller or switching system specifically rated for 12V DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the heating cable be cut?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is designed to be trimmed to the required length, but the cut end must be fully sealed with the included waterproof end-seal kit before power is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes a battery or power supply come with the cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The customer must supply a compatible 12V DC power source, fuse, wiring, switch, and any required controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the cable automatically turn itself off?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Self-regulating technology adjusts the heat output, but the cable may continue drawing power until switched off or disconnected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I estimate battery runtime?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuntime depends on cable length, ambient temperature, battery capacity, wiring losses, and the actual self-regulating output. Calculate the complete electrical load before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nSupport\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-support\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the pipe length, cable length, required current, battery capacity, fuse rating, wire gauge, polarity, insulation, and compatible 12V control method before connecting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefer to the complete manual for end-seal installation, electrical connection, insulation, testing, and maintenance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mk-inline-media\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_A_6.jpg?v=1784275602\" alt=\"Low-voltage pipe heating cable for RV and marine plumbing\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 0 18px;\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==============================\nProduct Images\n============================== --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MAXKOSKO","offers":[{"title":"5 ft","offer_id":53720632885521,"sku":"M-12V-5","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft","offer_id":53720632918289,"sku":"M-12V-10","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft","offer_id":53720632951057,"sku":"M-12V-15","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 ft","offer_id":53720632983825,"sku":"M-12V-20","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9684\/6865\/files\/12V_1.jpg?v=1784194408","url":"https:\/\/maxkosko.com\/zh\/products\/12v-dc-pipe-heating-cable","provider":"MAXKOSKO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}