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Save valuable time on your electric floor heating installation!
SunTouch’s open-weave mesh TapeMat can be installed in one day. There’s no need to wait for mortar to cure overnight before laying tile.
You can achieve warm floors in four easy steps. Simply unroll and attach your mat(s), secure the floor sensor (comes with all SunTouch thermostats), apply thin-set mortar, and install your flooring.
• Edged with double-sided tape for fast & easy installation that adheres directly to your subfloor.
• Mortar bonds easily through mesh with the underlying material.
• Only 1/8" added floor thickness compared to typical tile installations
• Easily adjusted to accommodate curves, angles, and cut-outs
• Can be trimmed & flipped to accommodate your layout (only cut orange mesh)
• Also available in 2.5' & 3' wide rolls
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Instructions + Video
Instruction Manual SunTouch12001224 TapeMat 120V 24"x 12'-6" 12001224 Installation Manual Install Steps Installation Steps:
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Plan Your Layout
Measure and draw a layout simple plan (or send it to us and let us draw a layout for you) mark your Thermostat location (starting point for mats) and what areas you want to warm. Expect to place mats everywhere you want warmth heat does not spreadRoll Out Mat(s)
Turn and cut mesh (if needed) to custom fit to your room. Attach mat to subfloor with the built-in tape then mount the SunStat and place floor temperature sensor between 2 heating wires.Cover with Mortar
Cover mats with a cement based mortar, let it cure, then install your floor covering. If you are installing tile, you can install the tile when you apply the mortar. Connect mat power leads to your thermostat in parallel.
Skill Level Installation only by qualified persons. Electrician recommended for wiring. Read More VIDEO GFCI / GFEP Protection Required for each circuit. Built-in to all SunTouch SunStats. Power Supply & Wiring Mats or Wire Supply Wire Breaker VAC total amps (AWG*) qty type rating 120 up to 12 amps 14 1 single pole 15 or 20 A 120 up to 15 amps 12 1 single pole 20 A 240 up to 12 amps 14 1 double pole 15 or 20 A 240 up to 15 amps 12 1 double pole 20 A * Recommended only. Follow local codes for wire gauge size.
Maximum Circuit Load 15 Amps Maximum Circuit Overload Protection 20 A Breaker Electrical Box Size Extra-deep single-gang box for 1 or 2 leads, Or 4" square deep box for 3 cables (extra room needed for Wire, wire nuts, control) Full Length End-to-End ground wire Yes Shower Installation Yes, can be installed in a tiled shower. UL listed, verify local code. Layout Flexibilty Yes. Expected Floor Temperature This is dependent on many factors. A well-insulated floor can ensure better performance. Insulation Recommended Yes; under slabs or framed floors. Cork or similar on top of Concrete Subfloor as thermal break Indoor/Outdoor? INTERIOR floor heating Application only. Embedded in Mortar or self leveling concrete only Acceptable Sub-Floors on TOP of Sub Floor (Plywood, backer board, concrete) Distance from Toilet Install 4 - 6 inches away; can be under front of toilet. Approx 20" from wall Trowel Size recommended Minimum 3/8" x 1/4". Dependent on tile size - verify with tile/mortar manufacturer Trowel type Recommended Heavy Duty Plastic PRO-Trowel Cut Warning No. Never cut the heating elements to shorten Minimum Install Temperature 50 Degrees F / 10 Degrees C SunTouch TapeMat Installation Video
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Specifications
UPC 840213081782 Voltage 120 VAC Wattage per SF 12 Heating Power Output per Hour (BTU) 41 BTU per Sq Ft/Hour Heating Power Output Total 1025 BTU total Manufacturer Watts Radiant Power Lead Type Armored, NEC color code, Single point connection at 1 corner of mat. No return wire like inferior products Power Lead Length 10 Feet Power Lead Wire Gauge 18 AWG Thickness 0.122 (less than 1/8") Spacing of Heating Wire 3" inches Minimum Bend Radius 1 inch Resistance Value 39-48 ohms EMF (Electro Magnetic Field) Yes. Verified by Independent Testing Laboratory as ultra low. REET test Thermostat Control Required? SunStat Floor sensing thermostat Conduit Required? Conduit does make installation easier in new construction (not required) - More Details
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What's In The Box TapeMat, Detailed Installation Manual. Installation videos online. Warranty 25 year warranty backed by USA Manufacturer since 1873 Why Helps SunTouch = Zero EMF
An emerging issue in the electric radiant heat industry is EMF (electromagnetic field) radiation. SunTouch pioneered and sells only ZERO EMF products constructed with active dual wire EMF-canceling technology.
All SunTouch products use a complex wire construction with two heating elements in parallel with an added and patented helical twist to eliminate EMF. Other electric radiant floor heating companies sell single-wire systems that release high levels of EMF when compared to SunTouch.
What is EMF? Electromagnetic fields (EMF) come from all electrical appliances, but studies show an average American's daily exposure is less than 1 unit (mG) of EMF. But. when you sit on an unshielded electric radiant floor, you may be exposed to 20, 40, or more times the average daily exposure. This Data comes from Independent testing. Read More Here
Is limiting exposure to EMF important? No one is certain. The World Health Organization says the data is inconclusive to date, but continues their research. We provide this EMF information because it is important to some people, not to frighten you or exaggerate any risk.
For many years customers have chosen SunTouch Zero EMF systems, but we leave the choice to you after explaining what we do know.
Heated Area Size Covered 25 Amp Draw 2.5 Wire Construction ETFE Fluoropolymer, metal shield and Outside layer of PEX Total Watts 300 watts Size in Feet 2' x 12.5' (2x12.5 feet) Size in Inches 24" x 150" (24x150 inches) Size in Meters 0.61m x 3.81m (0.61x3.81 meters) Custom Size Options None. Standard Mats only. Safety Listing UL (Underwriters Laboratory) Listed for U.S. and Canada under UL 1673 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 130-03, File No. E185866 Repair Information Yes, Wire can be repaired. Repair kits and assistance available Acceptable Floor Coverings Natural Stone,Tile, Laminate, Engineered Woods, Carpet, Vinyl, Linoleum, Solid Hardwood (if you use sleepers)
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Reviews
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Recommended product, great buy
Works as advertised - I put this in our bathroom and keeps the floor warm --just as expected.
Very affordable pricing, in fact the best price I found on the web. There are helpful instructions - both from the manufacturer and also tips on the seller’s website. Prompt shipping, product arrived in good condition.
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Almost got it right
The mat itself worked, was as advertised and had very quick shipping and handling. The packing list and instructions were hilariously crumpled into a paper ball and thrown into the box. The box itself came heavily damaged, but everything worked and at the cheapest price on the internet. -
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Awesome product.
I have the 7.5' by 2' SunTouch mat that I installed when I redid my master bathroom with a porcelain tire floor. I also installed the programmable t-stat. The system works great. Makes the floor nice a toasty. One piece of advice it to make sure you cover every part of the floor you may walk/stand on as the heat does not transfer well to...
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