The DDK-719 Heat Cable Roof Clip can be used to secure various brands of self-regulating heat tape on a variety of roofing materials including asphalt shingle roofs, standing seam metal roofs and rubber membrane roofs. It is designed with an oversized base to create a surface connection for glue that is superior to that of a standard clip. The versatility of this clip is a powerful tool in your Heat tape arsenal when installing your system to prevent Ice dams.
This is the Double Cradle version of this clip. Can be used in coordination with the single-cradle version of this same heat Tape clip.
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The Double-Cradle Oversized Heat Tape Roof Clip stands as a reliable and adaptable solution for securing self-regulating heat tape across diverse roofing materials. Its multifunctional design caters to various roof types, such as asphalt shingle roofs, standing seam metal roofs, and rubber membrane roofs. Specifically engineered with an oversized base, this clip surpasses the capabilities of standard clips by offering an unparalleled surface connection for glue application. This superior bonding quality ensures a steadfast and long-lasting attachment, making it an indispensable component in your arsenal for heat tape installation, effectively thwarting the formation of ice dams.
Moreover, the clip’s exceptional features extend beyond its basic functionality. Unlike conventional nail-on clips, this innovative device boasts an impressive 56 holes strategically positioned to maximize glue adhesion. This substantial increase from the typical 20 holes significantly enhances the grip and stability of the installation, reinforcing its reliability in securing the heat tape in place.
Furthermore, the enlarged base of the Double-Cradle Oversized Heat Tape Roof Clip is a game-changer in creating a robust bond with the roofing surface. With a base area exceeding two times that of standard clips, this amplified surface area ensures a more substantial and fortified connection. This expanded base not only reinforces the bond but also contributes to the clip’s resilience against adverse weather conditions, providing added security and longevity to your heat tape system.
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And if you are using Heat Tape Pro on your roof / eave to resolve an ice dam issue, you should use heat tape to make sure there’s a clear path through your gutters for water to escape your roof. If you don’t do that, the water could just refreeze in your gutters. You also want to get the downspouts too.
There is a common misconception that gutters are a root cause of ice dams. This misconception can lead people astray when creating their strategy for ice dam deterrence. If you have an overhang on your roof (an eave), the chances are very good that you problem exists on your roof before the gutter.
Measuring the area of your roof that is affected by ice dams so you know how much heat tape to get is not overly complex, but it does have a few variables. Use our Heat Tape Measuring Guide to understand the process and print a worksheet that you can use to make sure you have all the right numbers.
Once you have all the measurements and considerations you need, use our Heat Tape Calculator to calculate the size of heat tape you should get.
This includes, but is not limited to:
The type of roof you have determines the roof clips and accessories needed. Check out our Heat Tape Installation Accessories.
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Measuring is not difficult and you can make measurements without going up on your roof or using a ladder if you err on the side of overestimating the distances. Here’s Radiant Solutions Guide to Measuring for Heat Tape, which gives a detailed overview of measuring and some tips and resources, if you think you need it.
Once you have your measurements, you can use our Heat Tape Calculator to help you determine the length of Heat Tape Pro you need, the number of Heat Tape Clips you’ll need, and misc. product considerations.
The terms heat cable, heat tape and heat trace are all used interchangeably to described heated cables used to protect pipes from freezing, preventing roof and gutter ice dams from forming and for safeguarding temperature sensitive components.
Other terms we’ve seen used regarding Heat Tape are:
We are building a hand guide to identify what kind of roof you have and find the clips that can/should be used with that roof-type.
View the Guide Explaining What Clips You Need Here
We have a guide on How to Measure for Purchasing Heat Tape that will help you. Once you have your measurements, you can find our Heat Tape Calculator here.
Installing our heat tape on your standing seam roof can be very effective in combating ice dam formation. There’s two main products used to install heat tape on your standing seam metal roof: The S-5 SR Heat Tape Clip, and the standard ice dam heat tape clip.
Installing Heat Tape on a Standing Seam Roof with the S-5 SR Heat Tape Clip
The S-5 Heat Tape Roof Clip is a new, patented roof clip design specifically for standing seam applications with a focus on ease of install and effectiveness. It is used in conjunction with the S-5 Base, which needs to be purchased separately. The S-5 base is designed to clamp onto the seam of a metal roof as the S-5 Clip holds your ice dam heat tape into position. Can be set up in a single or dual-clip configuration. (See product page for more info)
Installing Heat Tape on a Standing Seam Roof with Standard Roof Clips
There are specific ways/configurations used when installing heat tape on a standing seam / metal roof using standard heat tape clips. The following (2.6 – figure 16.0 & 17.0) shows a snippet of the HeatTape Pro installation manual showing two different clip configurations, more info can be found in the manual itself: Heat Tape Pro installation Manual
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