Tutco EC-05BKB Electric Heat Assembly 5kw 240V

Product Description

The TUTCO EC-05BKB is a 5.0 kilowatt electric heat assembly built for 240-volt single-phase 60 Hz operation. It uses open-coil resistive heating elements and includes a factory-installed internal circuit breaker for branch circuit protection. Automatic high-temperature limit controls provide an added layer of thermal safety. Factory wiring terminations are pre-installed, reducing field wiring time. This assembly is intended for licensed HVAC technicians installing supplemental or primary electric heat in compatible air handler or heat kit applications.

The EC-05BKB is designed for residential and light commercial HVAC systems that require a 5 kW electric heat assembly with an integral circuit breaker. It is suited for installation in compatible electric heat kit positions within ducted forced-air systems operating on a 240-volt single-phase power supply. The factory circuit breaker satisfies branch circuit protection requirements without the need for a separate external breaker for the heat element circuit, simplifying the electrical installation in the air-handling cabinet.

Key Features

• 5.0 kW heating capacity at 240 volts single phase
• Factory-installed internal circuit breaker for branch circuit protection
• Open-coil resistive heating elements for efficient heat transfer
• Automatic high-temperature limit controls for thermal safety
• Pre-installed factory wiring terminations to reduce field labor
• Designed for 60 Hz single-phase power supply

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit electric heat assembly for compatible HVAC air handlers and heat kit applications requiring a 5 kW single-phase electric heat section with an integral circuit breaker.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed HVAC technician in accordance with applicable local electrical codes and the NEC. Disconnect and lock out all power to the air-handling unit before handling the heat assembly or making any wiring connections. Verify that the supply voltage and phase configuration match the assembly rating before energizing. Do not bypass or jumper the factory-installed high-temperature limit controls.