8 recommendations for choosing an oil heater for your home

Principle of operation and design features of the

First, let's look at what this device consists of and how it works. The design is quite simple: in the metal radiator there are TENs and mineral oil is filled. Oil is not poured "under the edge", but only by 85%.This is due to the fact that when the liquid is heated, the liquid expands and additional volume is needed.

As you understand, the principle of the oil heater is as follows: the product is connected to the mains, the current passes to the heaters, which are heated and transfer heat to the oil. The latter, in turn, transmits the baton to the metal body, which carries out the warming-up of the room.

We draw your attention to several features of the design. A special valve, through which it was possible to fill the mineral oil in obsolete models, is now no longer available. When manufacturing an oil heater, the necessary amount of liquid is poured, which can not be changed( add or drain) during operation. Another important point is that the radiator is not designed for hanging on the wall, so it is not worth looking for the appropriate models.

The main advantages and disadvantages of

The oil heater( it is also called radiator) can be found in almost every living room.

The popularity of the product selection is caused by its following advantages:

• low cost;
• simple connection;
• does not need repair and maintenance;
• has a long service life when used properly;
• attractive design;
• small dimensions;
• mobile( you can easily roll into another room);
• quickly warms up the room;
• is a simple control system;
• operates without noise;
• does not pollute the environment;
• high fire safety rating;
• TEN cools down for a long time, so even after the unit is switched off the heating works.

As regards the shortcomings, they are as follows:

• increased power consumption;
• high body temperature( can reach 150 ° C), which can cause a fire or burn if improperly used.

As you can see, the disadvantages are much less than the advantages, so it makes sense to choose an oil heater for the house, apartment and villa.

Distinctive features of different

models This type of electric heater can differ according to the following criteria:

1. Power
2. Design features
3. Additional functions

Power

To date, there are products with power from 1 to 3 kW.As a rule, the model range is represented by the following values: 0.5;1;1.2;1.5;2;2.5;3 kW.The latter option is extremely rare in the range. For home heating, it is sufficient to choose an oil heater with a capacity of 2 kW, although we will tell you in detail about what device is better to buy.

Construction

As with any other electrical equipment, the oil cooler can have various design features that affect the cost and ease of operation.

The first difference is the presence of handles, with which you can move the unit from place to place. As a rule, in all modern models such adaptations are available.

The next difference is the presence of a protective cover. This element will protect the surrounding objects and people from the high temperature of the enclosure. Very useful device, the only drawback of which - a problematic wet cleaning( lattice difficult to wash out).

Well, the last, perhaps, the most important design difference - the width and number of sections. The narrower the sections, the faster they heat up to the working state and, at the same time, use less electricity. The reverse side of the coin is the time until the room warms up completely, which will also increase in this case. If you choose an oil heater with wide sections, the room will quickly become warm, but at the same time, the energy consumption will be higher.

In addition, the wider the size of the sections, the faster they will cool down. And accordingly, on the contrary - a small size radiator will keep the heat longer in the off state.

oil heater features Additional functions of the

In order to understand how to properly select a good oil heater, then we will provide an overview of the most necessary functions that may be present.

1. The mode switch, with which you can adjust the power of the product, and accordingly, the heating efficiency in the house or apartment.
2. A timer that allows you to set a specific power on / off time. A very convenient thing for those who like to come from work in an already heated house. On the timer, you just need to choose the time to start working a couple of hours before arrival.
3. Temperature controller. We draw your attention to the fact that in this case the temperature is regulated not in the room, but inside the housing( on the TEN).
   
   
4. A humidifier that solves one of the existing problems of oil heaters - dehumidification. A special container with water is installed on the radiator and as a result of heating the water evaporates, thereby slightly increasing the humidity in the room.
5. Fan heater, which allows you to warm up the room faster. The device is installed near the radiator, and during operation creates a warm air flow.
6. Overheating protection. A very important function of the heating oil cooler, which will prevent a fire from heating up the TEN to a temperature higher than the nominal one.
7. Dryer for things( no less important addition to the kit), becauseDry clothes on heated sections are prohibited by safety rules.

The probability of failure of the heater arises if it is placed near a wall or furniture( warm air will return to the housing) or when the product is installed in a horizontal position( the oil will bury the heater, which in turn can be heated to a critical temperature of 800oC).

Which option should I prefer?

So, we came to the most important question of the article: what kind of oil heater is better to choose and buy for home heating.

We bring to your attention some useful recommendations:

1. As a rule, a 1-kilowatt electric radiator is enough for heating 10 m2 of the room. Performing simple arithmetic calculations you can determine the most suitable power for your case. We recommend to choose a model with a margin of 10-15%( for 10 m2 to buy the unit at 1.2 kW).
2. Be sure to give preference to those models, the design of which includes supports on wheels and handles. In this case, moving the device will be much more convenient.
3. Pay attention to the weight of the oil heater. The low weight indicates that the sections walls are thin or the oil in the tank is insufficient. Both options are disappointing, becausenegatively displayed on the service life and performance.
4. If this type of electrical heating is installed in the children's room, it is better to choose an oil heater with a casing so that the child does not accidentally get burned.
5. Check the length of the cord that will be connected to the network. Very often the cord is short, which requires an additional purchase of an extension cord. In turn, the extension cord can not withstand the loads and start to melt, which in the future can cause a short circuit.
6. Buy oil heaters from companies such as Polaris, Electrolux, De'Longhi, etc. They are the best for today, so the price of the devices is slightly higher.
7. Do not fall for the questionable recommendations of consultants in stores. Very often they advise for their own advantage to choose the least popular products. Statements such as "black better transfers heat" and "this option does not pick up dust" are not true, which has been repeatedly verified by the owners of these devices( a lot of negative reviews on thematic forums).
8. Pay attention to the material for making rollers on legs. Plastic rollers scratch the parquet and leave traces, so it's better to buy rubberized ones.

That's all the information we wanted to provide. We hope that now you know how to choose an oil heater for an apartment or a house and which firm is better to give your preference.
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