Why does the circuit breaker trip when using Chromalox SRL Cables and connectors?
- RRicardo JohnsonNov 3, 2025
A circuit breaker might trip for several reasons. It could be due to an undersized circuit breaker (in which case you should check the design to ensure startup temperature, current loads, and maximum circuit length are not exceeded, and that the power wire size is compatible with the circuit breaker, and replace the circuit breaker if necessary), too low startup temperature (start up when temperature is higher than -76?F (-60?C)), damaged heating cable (replace damaged cable using the proper connection kits), bus wires touching and shorting out (check for proper termination at end seal and note that the heating cable could be permanently damaged and may need to be replaced), moisture (excessive moisture on heating cable core or bus wires means: replace cable), or an undersized GFPD (replac...

