Drum Heater | Eltherm ELFH-2600-Ex

Drum Heater

Reliable Heating Solution for 200L Drums in Hazardous Areas

The ELFH-2600-Ex drum heater from Eltherm is a specially engineered heating system designed for safely and efficiently warming 200-litre standard drums in potentially explosive environments. Whether in the chemical, oil and gas, or food industries, this ATEX-certified drum heater ensures consistent temperature maintenance and process reliability.

These heaters provide a reliable, space-saving solution for the uniform temperature across the drum. The drum heater is on casters and can be fitted around the drum quick and easy using the convenient hand-grips, and is easy to close using the practical quick-release fastener. The mounted handles are dimensioned to allow operation while wearing protective gloves. To minimise heat loss and to shorten heating time, an optional insulated cover is also available.

With over 40 years of industry experience, Thorne & Derrick’s team of hazardous area heating and trace heating specialists deliver tailored solutions backed by expert support. We offer complete system design, including heat loss calculations, intelligent control systems, and product specification—ensuring full compliance with safety standards and seamless integration with your operational requirements.

Eltherm ELFH-2600-Ex Key Benefits

ATEX Certified for Hazardous Areas
- II 2G Ex ed IIB T4 Gb
- II 2D Ex tb IIIC T135°C Db
Safe & Space-Saving
Compact cylindrical design with practical mobility—ideal for limited space environments
Prevents Crystallisation and Flocculation
Ensures your materials stay fluid and pumpable
Rapid, Uniform Heating
2600W power output guarantees even temperature distribution across the drum surface
Easy Operation & Handling
Quick-release fastener and hand-grips designed for gloved operation
Mobility
Integrated casters (2 with brakes) for smooth transport and positioning
Optional Insulated Covers
Minimise heat loss and further accelerate heating time

Technical Specifications | Eltherm ELFH-2600-Ex

Feature	Detail
Model	ELFH-2600-Ex
Drum Capacity	200 litres
Power Output	2600 W
Voltage	230 V
Temperature Control	30–85 °C (controller), +100 °C limiter (factory preset)
Max Operating Temp.	80 °C
Ambient Temp. Range	-25 °C to +60 °C
IP Rating	IP65 (controller & cable connectors), IP52 (metal enclosure)
Safety Class	Class 2
Dimensions (mm)	Inner Ø 650, Outer Ø 780, Height 975
Weight	Approx. 60 kg
Finish	Gentian blue (RAL 5010), inner surface: black
Certifications	IBExU04 ATEX 1005X, PTB 09 ATEX 1029 U, IBExU03 ATEX 1130 X

Heating Up Drums In Hazardous Areas

Drum heaters are used to raise and heat-up critical process temperatures to prevent drum contents degrading – product heat up times can be controlled by thermostatically operated heaters reducing batch losses caused by sub-optimum temperature levels.

This type of heater is commonly referred to as a band heater, barrel heater, canister heater or container heater – is used to reduce viscosity and improve flow behaviour to ensure filling, pumping or bottling of the drum contents.

Hazardous Area Drum Heaters - ATEX IECEx

T&D – Hazardous Area Electrical Heating Specialists

Thorne & Derrick distribute both induction drum heaters to provide direct heating and flexible surface heating jackets for drums, IBC’s, containers and barrels of common sizes including 25L, 50L, 105L, 205L and 220L – custom drum heaters and silicone heaters are also available. Contact T&D to discuss your application.