15 Gal. Flexible Pail Heater

This flexible heater wrap is designed for 15-gallon pails used in bonding and adhesive applications. It offers an adjustable thermostat from 50° to 400 °F, and includes a 3″ reinforced silicone rubber band. It runs on 115 V at 300 W, fits approximately 11¼″ diameter pails with ±1″ tolerance, and includes a 6 ft cord with a molded 3-prong plug.

Key Features:

• Thermostat adjusts 50° to 400 °F
• Reinforced 3″ silicone rubber band
• Operates at 115 V, 300 W
• Fits 11¼″ ± 1″ diameter pails
• 6 ft power cord with 3-prong plug

• Item #: 131-5015
• Thermostat range: 50° to 400 °F
• Band width: 3″ reinforced silicone rubber
• Voltage: 115 V
• Wattage: 300 W
• Diameter fit: 11¼″ ± 1″
• Power cord: 6 ft with molded 3-prong plug

• Place the heater on a clean, flat, non-combustible surface and unwrap it so the band or jacket is ready to encircle the pail. 
• Wrap the heater band around the 15-gallon container, ensuring full contact of the heating surface with the container sidewall; close the strap or clip, and verify snug fit. 
• Plug the heater into a properly grounded outlet compatible with the unit’s voltage rating (e.g., 115 V) and set the thermostat to the required temperature range (e.g., 50 °F to 400 °F). 
• Monitor the heating process for the first 10–15 minutes: check for even warming, avoid hot-spots, verify that the pail contents are heating uniformly; if needed adjust band position or thermostat. 
• After use, disconnect power, allow the heater to cool before removing it from the pail, wipe clean any residue, inspect for damage, and roll or store the band flat without sharp folds. 

Q: Can the heater be used on both steel and plastic 15-gallon containers?
A: Yes, many flexible pail heaters are built to wrap around either metal or compatible plastic containers, but you must verify the heater’s voltage and temperature limits for plastic use.

Q: What happens if the heater band does not make full contact with the container wall?
A: Poor contact can result in uneven heating, hot spots, slower warm-up times or potential damage to the container; ensure full wrap and snug contact.

Q: What temperature range is typical for a 15-gallon heater and how do I choose the correct set-point?
A: Some models offer adjustable thermostats from about 50 °F up to 400 °F or more; you should set the lowest temperature that allows your material to reach desired flow or usage state while avoiding overheating.

Q: How should the heater be maintained to ensure safe and reliable operation?
A: After each use inspect the heating band for damage, clean residual adhesives or resins, avoid folding sharply, check electrical continuity and insulation, and store flat or loosely rolled in a dry environment.