HEATIT 3JHSF 100 ft
A low-cost self-regulating pipe cable with a thermostat, for long runs of pipe or an RV water line.
Amazon $71.99$71.99
The HEATIT 3JHSF 100 ft is the better heat cable overall, rated 4.0 to 3.3. The HEATIT 3JHSF 100 ft leads on heating type and value. The Easy Heat AHB-160 60 ft costs $11.50 less ($60.49 vs $71.99).
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Easy Heat AHB-160 60 ft
A well-documented 60 ft thermostat pipe cable at a low price per foot, for straight runs of supply pipe.
Amazon $60.49$60.49
Which should you buy?
- Choose the HEATIT 3JHSF 100 ft for heating type (self-regulating vs constant wattage) and value ($0.72 per ft ($71.99, 100 ft) vs $1.01 per ft ($60.49, 60 ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every pipe freeze protection heat cable; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HEATIT 3JHSF 100 ft | Easy Heat AHB-160 60 ft |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 35% | 74 $0.72 per ft ($71.99, 100 ft) | 60 $1.01 per ft ($60.49, 60 ft) |
| Heating type 20% | 100 self-regulating | 25 constant wattage |
| Thermostat 10% | 100 built-in thermostat, on at 38 F | 100 built-in thermostat, on at 38 F |
| Ready to install 10% | 100 plugs in out of the box | 100 plugs in out of the box |
| Safety 10% | 60 ETL listed | 60 UL/CSA listed |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| HEATIT 3JHSF 100 ft | Easy Heat AHB-160 60 ft | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heated length | 100 ft | 60 ft |
| Rated output | 3 W/ft | 7 W/ft |
| Total watts | - | 420 W |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Heating type | Self-regulating | Constant wattage |
| Built-in thermostat | On at 38 F, off at 50 F | On at 38 F, off at 45 F |
| Largest pipe | - | 1.5 in |
| Installation | ||
| Connection | Plugs in | Plugs in |
| Cold lead (power cord) | 3 ft | - |
| Safety and warranty | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | UL, CSA |
| Ground-fault protection | - | GFCI outlet required |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |