Approvals
Hazardous Locations
Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, D
Class II, Div. 2, Groups E, F, G
Class III
– WS
CLI, ZN1, AEx e II T*
Ex e ll T*
(2)
BR-Ex e II
(JBM-100-A only*)
JBS-100-A is IECEx certified for use with:
BTV-CR/BTV-CT:
QTVR-CT:
XTV-CT:
KTV-CT:
VPL-CT:
(1)
Except VPL
*For system Temperature Code, see heating cable or design documentation
(2)
Except KTV-CT
Kit Contents
Itemt Qty
Description
A
1
Stand assembly
B
1
Core sealer
C
1
Green/yellow tube
D
1
Cable lubricant
E
1
Cable tie
F
1
Lid
G
1
Box with terminal blocks
WARNING:
This component is an electrical device that must be
installed correctly to ensure proper operation and to
prevent shock or fire. Read these important warnings
and carefully follow all of the installation instructions.
• To minimize the danger of fire from sustained
electrical arcing if the heating cable is dam-
aged or improperly installed, and to comply with
the requirements of Tyco Thermal Controls,
agency certifications, and national electrical codes,
ground-fault equipment protection must be used.
Arcing may not be stopped by conventional circuit
breakers.
(1)
IECEx BAS 06.0043X
IECEx BAS 06.0045X
IECEx BAS 06.0044X
IECEx BAS 06.0046X
IECEx BAS 06.0048X
.
• Component approvals and performance are based
on the use of Tyco Thermal Controls -specified
parts only. Do not use substitute parts or vinyl
electrical tape.
• The black heating cable core and fibers are
conductive and can short. They must be properly
insulated and kept dry.
• Damaged bus wires can overheat or short. Do not break
bus wire strands when scoring the jacket or core.
• Keep components and heating cable ends dry
before and during installation.
• Use only fire-resistant insulation materials, such as
fiberglass wrap and flame-retardant foam.
JBS-100-A, A6
Single Entry Power Connection with
Junction Box
Installation Instructions
Description
The JBS-100-A and JBS-100-A6 are NEMA 4X-rated power connection
kit. It is designed for use with Raychem BTV-CR, BTV-CT, QTVR-CT,
XTV-CT, KTV-CT and VPL-CT industrial parallel heating cables.
The JBS-100-A6 utilizes larger terminal blocks to accommodate up to
6 AWG power wires.
This kit may be installed at temperatures as low as –40°F (–40°C). For
easier installation store above freezing until just before installation.
For technical support call Tyco Thermal Controls at (800) 545-6258.
Tools Required
• Wire cutters
• Adjustable pliers
• Utility knife
• 1/4 in or smaller flat-blade screwdriver
• Needle nose pliers
• Large slotted screwdriver
• Marker
• Wire stripper (for VPL-CT)
Additional Materials Required
• Pipe strap
• GT-66 or GS-54 glass cloth tape
Optional Materials
• Recommended conduit drain: JB-DRAIN-PLUG-3/4IN P/N 278621-000
• Small pipe adapter for 1 in (25 mm) and smaller pipes:
Catalog number JBS-SPA P/N E90515-000
A
B
C
D
CAUTION:
Health Hazard: Prolonged or repeated contact with
the sealant in the core sealer may cause skin irrita-
tion. Wash hands thoroughly. Overheating or burn-
ing the sealant will produce fumes that may cause
polymer fume fever. Avoid contamination of cigarettes
or tobacco. Consult MSDS VEN0033 for further
information.
CHEMTREC 24-hour emergency telephone:
(800) 424-9300.
Non-emergency health and safety information:
(800) 545-6258.
G
F
E