Energy-saving home heaters: an overview of the most profitable

Agree, warmth and coziness in your home is one of the important components of a comfortable and happy family life. But what kind of comfort can we talk about when the outside temperature is freezing, a strong wind blowing off your feet, and all this affects the quality of living in the house.

You are very lucky if your own home has a heating system installed and working properly. It is very good if the heating devices in a city apartment are hot throughout the cold season and do an excellent job of maintaining a comfortable temperature in the room.

Unfortunately, different circumstances can happen in life. For example, a problem at an emergency station with heating networks and equipment, various unexpected weather conditions for a specific region, for which you need to especially prepare.

The purchase and installation of additional heating is usually not the most budgetary thing, especially when the situation is prolonged and requires strong repair intervention.

There are many types of energy-saving heaters that, with low current consumption, can generate enough heat.

There are several different types of similar equipment, in which the power does not reach 1000 W, but their action is only enough to heat small rooms.

You can see the photo of energy-saving heaters for the home and choose the design you want.

Types of energy saving home heaters

Most likely, the majority of radiators have a fairly high efficiency, because electricity is as strong as possible, with little waste, turns into heat.

You need to be able to use it intelligently, find a convenient way to distribute heat in the room.

Quartz Energy Saving Heaters

Let us consider quartz energy-saving heaters using the example of Tepleko heaters.

The energy-saving heater Tepleko is a heater consisting of quartz sand. The manufacturer distinguishes among the advantages: the fireplace effect, savings, the composition of the solution from which the heater is made, supposedly helping to save energy.

Oil radiator

The most famous heating invention is the oil cooler. It consists of heating panels with ceramic tiles that generate heat.

A variation of this device has recently been invented - electronic batteries, which are almost indistinguishable from modern large radiators.

These heaters are very popular. Most likely because of its simplicity, minimalism.

Infrared wall heaters for home

The most popular model of infrared wall heaters is a rectangle that has a carbon heating element. It is made from carbon fiber. Heating of the room occurs as a result of thermal infrared radiation. Since the air comes into contact with the heated surface of the panel and rises upward, it is circulated. Thus, convection is present to some extent.

As a result of heating, the heating element generates anions, which balance the atmosphere of the heated room, and also precipitate dust from it. Infrared wall heaters are lightweight. And the surface of the heater panel heats up to a maximum of 80 ° C. Thus, the heater does not burn oxygen. But due to the sufficiently high temperature, such a heater must be covered with a protective screen or hung at a safe height.

Many infrared heaters that have a power of more than 1 kW have a built-in thermostat. It can be automatic and mechanical. Therefore, you can easily select the desired temperature regime, as well as save energy. In heaters that have a power of less than 1 kW, you can rarely find a built-in thermostat.

Wall mounted radiator

Floor-standing large heat exchangers have replaced wall-mounted energy-saving home heaters, which are noticeably small in size, ease of use and beautiful, neat design.

Wall heaters have many different heating methods. It is necessary to take into account possible methods of regulation, controllability and safety in use.

When choosing a wall-mounted radiator, you need to pay due attention to the presence of a thermostat in it. This device saves energy.

By providing the thermostat with a temperature sensor, it automatically monitors the functioning and operation of the heater.

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Classification

This type of electrical household appliances for a country house or apartment differ from each other:

installation site;
the principle of heating used;
the level of automation and the way of control;
cost.

Installation location and type of attachment

There are such designs of energy-saving home heaters:

outdoor type;
wall models;
ceiling appliances.

Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Floor heaters

They are divided into two types: mobile and stationary. Mobile designs include wheeled or portable heaters. Their thermal comfort zone is limited by the height of the device.

Heaters on wheels are mobile, convenient in that they can be located in close proximity to a person

Stationary devices are those mounted under the floor covering, for example, underfloor heating, or built into the wall, for example, an electric fireplace.

An electric fireplace has two functions: it is a design element and heats the room

Wall heaters

These include stationary views that are hung on the wall. Their main advantage is saving usable space in the room and design. The thermal comfort zone extends to the height of their placement on the wall.

The type of wall heaters includes many types, including infrared, convector, ceramic and others.

Ceiling heaters

Installation of devices on the ceiling automatically expands the temperature comfort zone and contributes to the most economical consumption of energy resources.

The range of ceiling heaters is quite diverse

Heating principle

Modern household electric heaters generate and distribute heat in different ways. According to these principles, they are divided into the following groups:

Heating of the ambient air from contact with the hot surface of the heating device (oil coolers)
Convection natural streams of rising warm air (electric convectors)
Forced flows of heated air (heat guns, fan heaters).
Heating with infrared radiation (ceramic, quartz, carbon, halogen, micathermic heaters).

Let's consider each type in a little more detail.

Oil heaters

They are distinguished not only by direct heat transfer, but also by the high power of the heating elements. In some models, the metal case has a complex configuration, allowing, along with direct streams, to emit convection heat fluxes.

An oil heater is used when it is not required to quickly heat the room

Modern oil radiators are equipped with means for automatically maintaining a given temperature and a timer for turning on and off at a specific time. They are relatively cheap, safe and mobile. Their disadvantages: bulkiness, inertia of warming up, unpretentious design.

More about this species in general:

Electric convectors

They have heating elements inside the case, designed in such a way that cold air enters from below through the holes, heats up and, leaving through the cracks, forms a powerful natural flow going up.

The electric convector is made with energy efficiency in mind. This is facilitated by the electronic control unit and the presence of closed heaters with an aluminum diffuser.

Mixing with the room atmosphere, the warm jets quickly and efficiently heat the room.Advantages: noiselessness, high heat transfer efficiency, different design options. Disadvantage: high cost.

Some convector models are equipped with additional devices that will make the atmosphere in the room clean and healthy. These are ionizers and air purifiers.

In more detail about the principle of action and the varieties of such a technique:

Fan heaters

This type represents convector heaters equipped with a fan, also connected to the mains. This type of heater consumes a significant amount of energy and produces noise.

Power supply 220-240 V, 50 Hz; heating modes 1000/2000 W; maximum power 2000 W; fan mode; temperature maintenance mode; overheat protection; light indication of work

The main advantage is that the room heats up quickly due to the intensive mixing of the air. Most models are equipped with buttons for mechanical control. Modern electric fans have several operating modes.

Infrared heaters

The device of this type of household appliances for the home includes approximately the same set of elements. These are reflectors, reflectors and emitters made of refractory metals or inert materials. The wavelength of thermal radiation plays a huge role. It is not recommended to use short and medium waves for residential premises.

IR heaters are popular among the population due to their simple safe operation, soft non-burning radiation, compactness

For houses and apartments, long-wavelength emitters are used, because the heat from them is safe, soft (similar to the sun's rays), and comfortable. The materials for the emitters are materials that are safe for human health: ceramics, quartz, carbon, metal, flexible film.

The nuances of the operation of such a technique are described in the article.

Ceramic heaters

This type of infrared heater is practical and economical. Heat from them is not transferred to the air, therefore ceramic heaters are used to heat objects (furniture, work area, etc.) and create comfortable conditions for the human body.

The ceramic panel is an economical, energy efficient heater popular with homeowners

Soft warmth comparable to the sun's rays. Available in floor-standing, table-top, wall-mounted and ceiling-mounted versions.

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Quartz heaters

This type of energy-saving wall-mounted household appliances belongs to stationary heating equipment. There are also tabletop models, but they are not popular, due to the increased danger to health.

A quartz heater can be a worthy alternative to the usual heating method.

Wall and ceiling models are relatively safe, heat capacity (cool for a long time), do not affect the oxygen content and humidity in the room.

Carbon heaters

Most often they are compared to an electric light bulb, which has a carbon heating element instead of a nichrome coil. Lightweight, ultra-strong, with better thermal conductivity than many metals - carbon fibers from carbon are comparable in characteristics to titanium. A spiral of twisted filaments is inserted into a tube made of tempered glass. Then air is evacuated from the tube, and it is sealed. In a vacuum, the carbon coil will not burn out if the heater is used according to the instructions. The carbon heater is then mounted in an anodized aluminum reflector housing. The assembled heater is elongated. The vacuum tube is protected from mechanical stress by a wire grid. When connected to the network, the carbon filament heats up and begins to emit long-wave infrared heat. Soft, comfortable, supportive.

Carbon heaters are distinguished by their elongated shape, compactness, and high radiation efficiency. The power of the device depends on the thickness of the carbon spiral

Innovative models are equipped with a control panel, built-in temperature sensor with mechanical or electronic control, stand with a rotation function. Despite their compactness, carbon fiber heaters have an enviable performance.

Halogen heaters

Users respond to them differently. Someone praises, someone gives a negative assessment. And all because the main element of the device is a halogen lamp, which not only shines, but also generates short-wave infrared warm radiation. It is not suitable for a bedroom, but just right for other rooms.

Halogen heater with power adjustment, remote control, body rotation by 70 degrees

In a glass bulb with a tungsten or carbon fiber filament, the coil heats up to 2000 ° C. At the same time, infrared long waves are emitted, which are directed by a reflector in the form of a heat flux. It heats the walls, floor and ceiling of the room, as well as furniture and other items in the room. Durability, quiet operation, instant heating - these characteristics attract buyers.

Micathermic heaters

This new generation of household appliances is capable of replacing many of the conventional home heaters. The main element of the innovative device is a micathermic heater, covered on both sides with a microscopic mica (mica in English) film.

Conventional heaters heat the air, and infrared and micothermal objects standing in the way of propagation

When the current passes, the mica heats up and emits long infrared waves into the surrounding space, which, without heating the air, give off heat to objects standing in the path of propagation.

The micathermic heater has many advantages: it is easy to use and maintain, the number of settings is minimal, so even a child can handle the control

This type of heaters has a high heating efficiency, which is more than twice the heat transfer of other analogs, because it generates heat on two sides. There are other advantages as well. Rapid heating of rooms immediately after connecting to the network, relatively low power, saves electricity. Does not affect air humidity and oxygen concentration. Safe and reliable. There is a button to turn off the heater when overturning or overheating.

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Film electric heaters

Structurally, this type of heat source is arranged as follows: thin carbon strips up to 1 mm thick are covered with polyester on both sides. This moisture resistant polymer is a dielectric. The strips are connected to copper busbars, to which the supply wires are soldered.

Using infrared film, it is possible to reduce energy consumption by 40%, due to optimal heating of the air in the room.

All these parts are embedded in resistive foil and form an infrared film system, with a surface temperature of no more than 50 ° C. The degree of heating is regulated by a thermostat. The foil heater can be installed under the floor, on the walls or on the ceiling. It emits heat similar to long waves from an electric fireplace.

Ceramic heaters

It is very important, in household heat exchangers, to have impeccable comfort, ease and safety in use, compactness, efficiency.

Home ceramic energy-saving heaters fully comply with these conditions.

There are two ways of working with ceramic radiators.

The first way is to move air.With it, air currents passing through the heating element generate heat in the room. The second method is electromagnetic radiation, its heat is directed to heating objects in the room.

There are ceramic gas appliances that can quickly create a small area of heat using electromagnetic waves.

Such gas appliances are indispensable for insulating various gazebos and summer playgrounds. They are often used on a hike. For such a device to work, you need to have a special gas cylinder.

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Types of energy-saving heating devices

The choice of heating devices is wide enough, therefore, when planning a purchase, it is important to take into account several significant factors:

room dimensions;
heating purpose;
room design features;
the duration of the device.

The power of the heating device must correspond to the size of the room

Energy-saving heaters are of several types, which have fundamental differences:

oil;
infrared;
convector;
ceramic;
quartz.

Infrared heaters: advantages and disadvantages

The basic principle of operation of an IR heater is based on radiation in the infrared spectrum. Surrounding objects are heated by exposure to rays in a range invisible to humans and give off heat to the air.

Temperature mode with infrared heating

Infrared devices can be shortwave or longwave. These devices differ according to the principles of placement:

wall-mounted;
floor;
ceiling.

These heaters have undeniable advantages:

quickly heat up the space of the room;
reliable and durable;
fireproof;
environmentally friendly;
do not make unnecessary noise;
do not require the arrangement of the hood;
economical;
have the necessary adjustments and timers.

Helpful information! The use of IR heaters does not require a separate permitting documentation.

IR heaters are connected to the mains voltage

It is believed that radiation in the infrared range has a beneficial effect on the human body: it inhibits the growth of cancer cells and destroys pathogenic microbes and bacteria.

The most efficient energy saving home heaters are floor standing heaters. They distribute heat most evenly. Another significant plus of the device is its price. Infrared energy-saving wall heaters for the home start at 900 rubles.

These devices have their own weaknesses:

infrared radiation directly affects objects in the room, and can damage heat-sensitive paintings;

The device is constantly lit, which may be undesirable in a bedroom or children's room

after turning off the heaters, the room temperature drops rapidly;
excessive infrared radiation can cause skin burns.

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Advantages of convector energy-saving home heaters: price overview and reviews

The shape of the body of the convector heater allows it to take in cold air and give it to the room. The movement of air masses occurs naturally. With rare exceptions, convector heaters do not use fans. This type of energy efficient home heater is considered to be very effective.

Note! For the convection device to work effectively, it must be installed above the window.

Convector advantages:

easy to install and operate;
have a low weight, which allows them to be installed even on drywall;
silent;
have different types of installation (floor, wall);
compact;
safe (maximum heating up to sixty degrees).

Convectors are equipped with temperature sensors and are easily adjustable

The price for such devices starts from 1,500 rubles. Reviews of such devices also note their disadvantages:

in the absence of a fan, the room warms up more slowly than we would like;
the constant movement of air leads to the movement of dust, from which allergy sufferers and children suffer;
the device dries the air and heats the room unevenly;
the device needs regular cleaning.

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How to choose oil-fired energy-saving home heaters

Oil heaters heat the air by heating the sections filled with mineral oil. Thus, the device emits heat waves.

Pros of oil-filled radiators:

do not require installation and fastening, mobile;
powerful enough to heat an entire room;
do not dry up the air, do not burn dust and oxygen;
safe;
do not make noise.

The oil cooler can be placed anywhere

Note! Oil radiators are the cheapest of all heating devices.

But, when choosing an oil heater, it is worth considering the disadvantages of this type of heating:

have a relatively low efficiency, it is less than the efficiency of convector heaters by almost a quarter;
there are no sensors on cheap models that turn off the device if it overheats, so it should not be left unattended.

Review of ceramic energy-saving home heaters: price and benefits

These heaters are several ceramic heating parts integrated into one whole. To protect against moisture, the ceramic plate is covered with a special glaze. As a heating element, a metal spiral or thin wire is used, which is located inside a ceramic plate. Unlike infrared, these heaters do not glow.

The shape and color of the device can be very different, depending on the imagination of the designer

Similar energy efficient home heaters can be used in humid rooms.

Advantages of a ceramic heater:

consume little electricity;
refractory;
warm up the entire room;
purify and ionize the air;
can be equipped with remote control systems;
silent;
environmentally friendly;
do not dry the air;
have different operating modes;
durable.

In addition, these modern appliances have an attractive exterior that allows them to fit organically into any setting.

Ceramic heater fits very organically into the interior

Ceramic heaters also have disadvantages:

cool down quickly;
are more expensive than other types of heaters (prices start at 3500 rubles).

Note! The ceramic heater can only be used as an additional heating device.

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Review of Quartz Wall Mounted Energy Saving Heaters for Home

The quartz heater looks like a one-piece panel with a smooth or embossed surface. Panel thickness - two and a half centimeters.

This device is usually mounted on a wall, less often it is installed on the floor, on a special stand

In the thickness of the panel there is a metal heating coil. The heater is made of a composition containing quartz sand. The surface of a quartz heater heats up to a high temperature (up to ninety-five degrees) and heats the room.

The advantages of such a device:

high efficiency, almost 100 percent;
ease of use;
reliability and safety;
undemanding service;
noiselessness.

A significant drawback of this device is its fragility. Even with a slight mechanical contact, chips and cracks appear on fragile slabs. In addition, this heater has a decent weight, so it is not fixed to drywall.

Energy-saving heaters are safe, therefore they can be installed in the children's room

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Convector heaters

Convector home energy-saving heaters, convenient to use, are gaining popularity.

Such devices are used to insulate modern, residential and business premises. They are perfect for any design, and also do not cause problems at the time of operation. These electric heaters are operated by an air transport system.

Energy-saving infrared home heaters (wall and floor)

These models are a breakthrough in the production area. Such infrared heaters allow even in the coldest frost to feel as if the hottest region of the Earth is here. The principle of operation of such devices is quite simple, and their main advantage is that the air is heated very quickly. In the first models, the disadvantages were quite significant. The main one is a rather high power consumption. Also, infrared heaters did not have a sufficient level of fire safety. However, manufacturers have fully worked out these shortcomings in devices of new modifications and practically eliminated them. Another negative property of them is the ability to create a rather large comfort zone, and not a full-fledged warm space of the entire room.

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