The installation of an electric convector will help to solve the problem of creating a comfortable microclimate in the cold. They serve both for additional heating of living quarters in case of poor operation of the central heating system, and in the absence of this in the premises - cottages, warehouses, stalls and so on. Convectors confidently entered the market of heating appliances, squeezing more familiar heaters and infrared counterparts.
Principle of operation
The basis of the device, as the name implies, is the principle of convection - the movement of air. Cold air, as is known, is heavier, so it goes down and falls into the grate of the convector. Then it rises and heats up, passing through the heating elements. The warm air rises, pushing down already cooled. Thus, the continuous movement of air allows you to create the necessary temperature in the room.
Types of electric convectors
By the method of placement, electric convectors of heating are floor and wall.
Floor convectors are more compact - narrow and oblong, not more than 20 cm in height and, despite the fact that the power of the heating element is lower than that of the wall "counterparts", they heat the air much faster. The main disadvantage of such convectors is the complexity of the installation.
Convectors of heating wall are rather large, they reach 40-45 cm in height. It is recommended to install them under window openings no more than 30 cm from the floor.
Advantages of electric wall convectors
- do not require constant monitoring during work;
- rapid warming of the air in the room;
- silent operation;
- ease of installation;
- The built-in thermostat allows you to adjust the temperature in the room, select a certain mode, which saves energy significantly;
- the convector is designed so that its external elements do not heat up to a temperature above 65 ° C, which eliminates burns and allows the installation of devices on any surfaces;
- It is possible to use electric convectors even in rooms with high humidity, since their housings are reliably protected from penetration of splashes and moisture;
- when heated, convectors do not burn oxygen, which has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system and overall well-being;
- rapid heating of the room, due to the fact that the convector does not need to spend time and energy on heating the carrier, such as in the case of an oil cooler;
- ergonomic design, the absence of sharp corners and safety makes it possible to install the convector on the wall even in the children's room.
Convectors electric wall - how to choose?
The main and perhaps the only drawback of the heating wall convector is a large amount of energy consumed, which entails substantial material costs. In order to optimize them, it is important when choosing an instrument to correctly calculate the power, which directly depends on the area of the room. So, to achieve the desired temperature within
Also, when choosing a device, the question arises: what are the principal differences in convectors, at a price, say, $ 50? from similar, but at a price of 200 cu. Experts argue that the more authoritative the manufacturer and the more expensive the convector, the higher its efficiency (although for these devices it is basically at least 95%), higher-quality components, longer warranty. In addition, the price of electric convectors is affected by the design, the cost of some exclusive models reaches $ 3,000.