Preventing boiler condensate pipes freezing

Raychem’s Frostguard energy-efficient cabling kit is designed to prevent the drain pipe from condensing boilers freezing in cold weather and the boiler shutting down. Frostguard is easily fixed in or on the condensate pipe. Its self-regulating technology means it produces more heat in very cold conditions and less when it is less cold. Power can be drawn from an electrical socket.

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