The climatic features of the country at a time when the thermometer drops below 0˚C make us think about insulating the house. Often, one heating system cannot warm the air in your home to optimal temperatures, and not everyone can afford the installation of autonomous heating. In this case, the use of household floor and wall heaters becomes relevant.
However, despite the variety of models presented, their owners strive to modify the devices and improve the heating process: set up precise temperature control functions, which significantly reduces heating costs.
That is why the question often arises of how to replace the built-in thermostat or temperature controller:
- floor, oil radiator,
- heat gun,
- electric convector,
- electric radiator,
- electric heating element, electric heating element stoves,
- infrared (IR) panels, wall-mounted, floor-mounted,
- and other heaters that plug into an outlet.
That is, what kind of analogue should I choose for the built-in thermostat of a household heater?
To find the optimal solution to this issue, we will consider the main types of household heaters and the temperature controllers used in them.
Types of the most common heaters (household)
In Russia, the range of heaters offered to consumers is wide:
- oil heaters suitable for heating rooms with small area. Although this type of heater is economical, the question often arises of how to replace the built-in oil radiator thermostat in order to more accurately maintain temperature readings and thereby reduce electricity costs;
- IR heating panels(their floor, wall views, operating from a power outlet) provide very fast air heating in homes, cottages, offices and shops. They are distinguished by their compactness, silent operation and safe operation. Temperature controllers for IR panels differ in type, and different models can be equipped with both a functional thermostat and its mechanical analogue, or only a heating on/off button;
- floor and wall radiators It is recommended to install in rooms with cold walls or in rooms with large glazing. This type of heaters is used successfully both in residential buildings, and in swimming pools, car interiors, winter gardens. The thermostat in such devices is either absent or has minimal functionality and is not capable of providing uniform heating;
- heat guns have gained popularity among consumers due to the possibility of quickly heating the room, but the energy consumption when using them is much higher;
- electric heaters were invented at the end of the 19th century, since then they have undergone significant changes and have become the most powerful and safe, but the principle of their operation has remained unchanged. The presence of built-in thermostats also does not always guarantee uniform heating and economical consumption of electricity to maintain the required temperature.
The disadvantage of many household heaters with a manual mode switch
With many positive points When using household heaters, the operating mode of which the user can control independently, a significant drawback is revealed.
This disadvantage lies in the need constant choice the desired operating mode of the device manually. This option is impractical both because of the need for independent control, and because it does not allow for economical consumption of electricity in the absence of the owners in the house for a long period: the weather in our country is very changeable, therefore, in the absence of the owners, a heater installed on the temperature regime may turn out to be insufficient or, conversely, excessive. Sudden temperature changes can negatively affect indoor plants, household appliances and the general condition of the room.
Terneo RZ thermostat as a replacement for the built-in heater thermostat
The thermostat built into the heater performs the function of automatic holding and temperature regulation. However, as a rule, these devices do not have temperature scale, therefore it is impossible to fine-tune the mode, and the principle of their operation is to increase or decrease the heat supply.
Terneo RZ thermostat - modern model, which is compatible with warm floors, convectors and other heaters operating from an outlet. The device helps you set temperature values from 0 to 30˚C without any additional effort.
Operating principle of Terneo RZ
Using a thermostat begins by plugging it into the network and connecting the heating device directly to the socket of the thermostat itself. After this, you must select the exact temperature value on the thermostat control panel.
Such a miniature device is capable of controlling the heater, and when the room temperature reaches the user-set temperature, the heating will be turned off. Additionally, when using Terneo RZ, it can be switched to cooling mode. The Terneo RZ thermostat is a way out for those who do not want to install electrical wiring and are looking for something to replace the built-in thermostat of an infrared panel (wall/floor), oil radiator, heat gun, and other household heaters that operate from an outlet.
Advantages of Terneo RZ
The advantages of this thermostat lie mainly in its technical specifications and features of operation:
- compact dimensions;
- adjustable hysteresis, that is, the temperature difference on the basis of which the device turns on/off;
- the ability to connect any device compatible with the thermostat;
- Terneo RZ has a function to control the operation of multiple devices;
- wide temperature range: 0-30˚С;
- when using Terneo RZ there is 40% electricity savings;
- Terneo RZ does not require manipulation of indoor wiring;
- safety of operation (protection from children, protection from overheating);
- Possibility of use with devices that support cooling mode (air conditioner, fan, etc.);
- affordable price. When purchasing a thermostat, the costs are recouped within a few months, which undoubtedly makes it a profitable option for those people who are considering options for replacing the built-in thermostat of a household heater.
It's not warm enough in your living space or office and you've decided to buy a heater, but don't know which one to choose? This article will help you decide on the choice of heater. Here you will find information about what types of heaters there are, their basic operating principle, their pros and cons, as well as some recommendations.
The most important characteristic of any thermal heater is power.
The area for which the heater is designed depends on it. For an unheated room with good thermal insulation, about 1 kW per 25-27 m 3 is required (for standard apartments- 1 kW per 10m 3 at standard height ceilings 2.50 m).
For a living space with central heating, an electric heater with a power of 1.0-1.5 kW per room with an area of 20-25 m 3 is sufficient.
| Heating area, sq.m. | Device power, W |
| 5 - 6 | 500 |
| 7 - 9 | 750 |
| 10 - 12 | 1000 |
| 12 - 14 | 1250 |
| 15 - 17 | 1500 |
| 18 - 19 | 1750 |
| 20 - 23 | 2000 |
| 24 - 27 | 2500 |
Most modern air heaters have built-in thermostats that allow you to automatically maintain the set temperature. As a rule, thermostats do not have a degree scale; they operate on the principle of more - less. An important characteristic of heaters is also their type.
OIL RADIATOR
One of the most popular household heaters. They have a power of 1.0 to 2.5 kW and are used in apartments, offices, and country houses.
Principle of operation:
Inside a sealed metal case filled with mineral oil, there is an electric coil. When heated, it transfers its heat to the oil, which in turn transfers to the metal body, and then to the air. Its outer surface consists of several sections (fins) - the greater their number, the more extensive the heat transfer, with equal powers. The heater maintains the set temperature in the room and automatically turns off in case of overheating. As soon as the temperature starts to drop, it turns on.
Advantages:
- low heating temperature of the housing (about 60°C), due to which oxygen is not “burned” fireproof, silent thanks to a thermostat and timer, some models do not require switching off, high mobility (the presence of wheels makes it easy to move them from room to room)
Flaws:
- relatively long heating of the room (however, they retain heat longer), the temperature of the radiator surface (does not allow you to touch it freely), relatively large dimensions
ELECTRIC CONVECTOR
By operational characteristics looks like an oil cooler.
They are used in apartments, offices, cottages, houses, and can also be used as the main heating system. Suitable for any premises. All models of Noirot convectors have class II electrical protection, do not require a special connection to the electrical network and do not require grounding, which allows them to be left on 24 hours a day, and are not afraid of moisture (can be installed in bathrooms and toilets). If the operating rules are strictly followed, any possibility of ignition is excluded.
Principle of operation:
Heating of the room using a convector occurs due to the passage of air through the heating elements. Circulation occurs due to various densities cold and warm air: cold air, heating up, rises, and the next batch falls in its place. After which the process is repeated. A heating element It has large area and low heating temperature. Therefore, the lower the convector is installed, the more efficient its operation. There are floor and wall convectors. Convectors are convenient to use if they have a timer and a “on delay” function.
Advantages:
Low heating temperature of the housing (about 60°C), due to which oxygen is not “burned” thanks to the thermostat, do not require switching off, high mobility (the presence of wheels makes it easy to move them from room to room) Fireproof. Silent. Can be mounted on any wall. High efficiency 99%. Fast heating of the room. Protected from overheating. Possibility of programming, convectors can be combined into a system electric heating. Small dimensions. Smooth, flat body.
Disadvantages: NO
HOW IS AN ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT DIFFERENT FROM A MECHANICAL THERMOSTAT?
The advantages of an electronic thermostat are obvious.
Firstly, it is the most accurate to date. The set temperature is maintained with an accuracy of 0.1 degrees. Heaters with a mechanical thermostat maintain the temperature with an accuracy of 1 to 3 degrees. Moreover, over time, the accuracy of work mechanical thermostat decreases. Temperature fluctuations in the room and a person’s well-being depend on the accuracy of the thermostat’s operation, because our body detects temperature changes of even 1 degree.
Secondly, the electronic thermostat is absolutely silent.
Thirdly, an electronic thermostat lasts much longer. So if you want maximum comfort When using a heater, choose a model with an electronic thermostat.
And fourthly, an electronic thermostat has the advantage of more accurately maintaining the temperature. And its reliability is higher if the differences in the network are no more than those allowed by the passport. Network interruptions often occur in Ukraine, but in the West they know nothing about them.
We will also answer some questions about convectors frequently asked by our customers:
Question: Is there a difference in the efficiency of high and low convectors?
Answer: Practically no. Thermal efficiency is determined by the power of the device.
Question: How safe are convectors? Can they be left unattended?
Answer: Absolutely safe and intended specifically for battery life. Each device has an overheat sensor that will turn off the device in the event of a fire hazard.
Question: I want to buy a 1 kW device. To what temperature will it warm my room?
Answer: The goal is incorrectly formulated. The convector will warm the room to the temperature you need, IF it is chosen correctly. Accordingly, you need to choose power based on what you want to get. 1 kW is enough to heat a room with an area of 10-12 sq.m. In this case, you can set ANY temperature within 5 - 30C. A larger room means the power of the appliances should be greater.
Question: My dacha has 50 sq.m. 3 kW allocated. How can I heat it?
Answer: Taking into account the fact that at any dacha there are also electrical household appliances (kettle, TV, electric stove, etc.) - the answer is not reassuring: “Your place will be cool.” For 50 sq.m. you need 4.5-5 kW of heating power. Otherwise it won't work. Consider additional sources heating.
Question: What are convectors for 1000 UAH? differ from convectors for 3000 UAH.
As with any household appliances: the main difference is efficiency (for example, Noirot connectors have an efficiency of 99%), differences in the country of manufacture (and this means reliability, build quality and the components themselves), in the warranty period, additional functions(programming, communication). In addition, the price is 3000 UAH. for a convector this is far from the limit. There are models of Campa heaters with an exclusive design, costing $1000-$3000.
Question: How to maintain a positive temperature in the house with minimal electricity consumption?
Answer: Almost every electric convector has an “anti-freeze” mode. When turned on, the device will maintain a temperature of 5-7 C, which is enough to prevent the house from freezing.
Question: Help me choose a heater for the bathroom.
The bathroom is the most “intimate” place in the house, where a person performs sanitary and hygienic procedures, taking an invigorating, contrast shower in the morning and a warm, soothing bath in the evening. Left alone with ourselves, we put in order not only our body, but also our thoughts, getting into a business mood or, conversely, shaking off the burden of problems that have accumulated during the day. An important point in human perception is not only the design of the room, but also the microclimate in it. Therefore, the bathroom should be warm and comfortable, but a conventional heater in a room with such high humidity can't bet. The optimal solution NOIROT electric heaters solve this problem - highly efficient, compact and safe to use heating devices. With them, the bathroom design will become even more attractive, and the soft and gentle warmth will create a feeling of complete harmony.
All NOIROT heaters have electrical protection class II, do not require a special connection to the electrical network and do not require grounding, which allows them to be left on 24 hours a day. If the operating rules are strictly followed, any possibility of ignition is excluded.
All NOIROT models are splash-proof (IP 24) and can be used even in wet areas.
NOIROT electronic automation can withstand voltage fluctuations from 150 V to 242 V, which is most important with frequent voltage surges. In case of possible power outages, the heaters are equipped with an auto-restart function that restores the operation of the device in its previous mode.
Electric heaters (convectors) are used as the main and additional heating country houses, city apartments, glazed balconies, winter gardens, etc., as well as in pavilions, trade stalls and other places where electric heating is the only option.
Question: Why don't you have oil heaters? This is also a convector!
Answer: Once popular in the CIS and Ukraine, oil heaters have a different principle of operation and are not convectors. They have a number of significant disadvantages that electric convectors do not have. Because we strive to offer only the best to our customers, we have had to move away from oil heaters. We advise you to consider this type of device only if you have an extremely limited budget.
FAN HEATER
The simplest and most affordable heating device. Used for quick warm-up small rooms. They have a power of 2.0-2.5 kW. Compared to an oil radiator and convector, they have small dimensions. Fan heaters are located on the floor, on a table, and can also be attached to the wall.
Principle of operation:
In the fan heater, the air is heated by a hot electric coil and is supplied by a fan to the heating zone. The temperature of the open electric coil is about 80°C, and the air at the outlet of the fan heater is always up to 20°C. To improve the uniformity of heating of the room, the fan rotates in the housing. The fan heater housing is usually plastic.
Advantages:
The air is heated very quickly and distributed throughout the room. Turns off if dropped. Protected from overheating. Thanks to the thermostat, the set temperature is regulated and does not require shutdown. Compact and aesthetic.
Flaws:
Noise produced when operating at high speeds. Air pollution due to the combustion of oxygen and dust particles. Collected dust, when burned on a hot coil, can emit an unpleasant odor.
INFRARED HEATER
The most advanced and economical heating devices are infrared heaters. A quartz emitter is more suitable for temporary heating if you do not need to heat the entire room.
Principle of operation:
Infrared heater, unlike traditional heaters, heats not the air, but nearby objects. He radiates thermal energy(like the sun), which is absorbed by surrounding surfaces (floor, walls, furniture, etc.) and people. Infrared heaters allow you to create zones with local heating and save energy. They heat objects and do not heat the air. Infrared heaters are designed for suspended ceilings, heating residential and non-residential premises, as well as people in open areas. They are used to heat bathrooms and shower rooms, terraces, balconies, cafes and restaurants.
Advantages: energy saving, silent, when installed above the workplace, infrared radiant heating provides comfortable conditions for a working person without heating the entire room.
- Avoid contact of a jet of water with a heated coil (fan heaters);
- Avoid clogging the device with dust;
- The lower the convector is located, the more efficient its operation;
- Do not cover the operating device;
- Do not use clothes dryers
- Do not use the device in wet areas (shower, bathroom, swimming pool);
- the device must only be in a vertical position (oil radiator);
- Do not place the oil radiator near fusible products and at a distance of no closer than 50 cm from furniture.
AIR-to-AIR HEAT PUMPS OR INVERTER AIR CONDITIONERS
Heating using inverter air conditioners
Heating systems based on the use of a heat pump are environmentally friendly, as they operate without burning fuel and do not produce harmful emissions into the atmosphere. In addition, they are characterized by efficiency: when supplied to heat pump, for example, 1 kW of electricity, depending on the operating mode and operating conditions, it provides up to 3 - 5 kW of thermal energy. Among the advantages of a heat pump are reduced capital costs due to the absence of gas communications, increased home safety due to the absence of explosive gas, and the ability to simultaneously obtain heating, hot water supply and air conditioning from one installation. Systems that transfer heat in the opposite direction are often called heat pumps.
Advantages:
Modern air conditioners are able to not only effectively cope with their historically main task - to cool the air in rooms, but also to heat them well. If over the past ten years hundreds of articles have been written on the Internet on the topic “do not turn on the air conditioner in winter,” today the situation is changing. Manufacturers such as Mitsubishi Electric and Daikin (Japan) have taught their air conditioners to reliably heat even at outside temperatures down to -25°C.
What does this give the buyer? As a professional seller of air conditioners, we finally began to hear the following questions in conversations with customers:
“I need to warm up in winter, I want to install air conditioning, what do you recommend?” Let's look into this issue.
Operating principle of a heat pump:
The air conditioner operates on the principle of a heat pump, which is fundamentally different from the principle of operation of any electric heater. A heat pump is able to “pump” heat from outside to inside. This means that even at sub-zero outside temperatures it is possible to take from atmospheric air warm. How it works? Let's imagine this effect: spill a little cologne or alcohol on your hand. How will we feel? Your hand will immediately feel cold. What happened? Alcohol evaporates very quickly, taking away heat. But there is also reverse process. If you force a liquid to condense, it will bring heat with its particles. In nature, this process almost never occurs in an obvious form that is at least somewhat noticeable without instruments. But experts have recreated this process in an air conditioner. Freon under high pressure was forced to condense in the heat exchanger indoor unit, which is why it warms up great (up to 60-80 degrees). Then the liquid freon is sent to outdoor unit, where, under conditions of greatly decreased pressure, it must again turn into gas, that is, evaporate. It is quite difficult to make freon boil in the outdoor unit, collecting heat from the atmospheric air, but for modern scientists this turned out to be only a problem of time.
Why do you need air conditioning in winter and how to use it? What can a potential buyer of a “heating” split system expect today? No need to design yet independent system heating country house based on air conditioners. Still, economically this is quite controversial and temperatures in winter can drop below minus twenty. But in a city apartment it’s a completely different matter.
Inverter air conditioners, capable of heating today at very low temperatures. Now about the practical side of the matter. Electricity consumption. Inverter air conditioners, capable of heating at very low temperatures today, have a very high EER coefficient, which shows the ratio of heat generated to electricity consumed. In practice, this is the more familiar efficiency (efficiency factor). So this figure today exceeds 4. This means that by spending only two hundred and fifty watts, we get more than a kilowatt of heat! This is more than four times more economical than any electric heater! It's profitable? Yes!
Disadvantages: Only one - the high cost of the equipment compared to other heating devices.
WHAT TO CHOOSE? LET'S SUM UP
Oil radiators are ideal for heating apartments. Quietness, efficiency and safety are very important here. One heater is enough to heat a living room or bedroom. Oil radiators are equipped with wheels and can be easily moved from room to room. For the summer, you can simply take the oil radiator out to the shed or put it in the pantry.
Convectors Low heating temperature of the body (about 60°C), due to which oxygen is not “burned” thanks to the thermostat, do not require switching off, high mobility (the presence of wheels makes it easy to move them from room to room) Fireproof. Silent. Can be mounted on any wall. High efficiency 99%. Fast heating of the room. Protected from overheating. Possibility of programming, convectors can be combined into an electric heating system. Small dimensions. Smooth, flat body. There are no disadvantages, only the high price.
Fan heaters provide the most high speed heating the room, but create increased noise at high speeds, and models with an open spiral have another drawback: they burn oxygen and pollute the air with combustion products.
Infrared quartz emitters are used to heat certain areas of the room. They can quite heat the workplace.
Air-to-air heat pumps or inverter air conditioners provide high-speed heating of the room. Suitable for heating any premises. High efficiency when supplying, for example, 1 kW of electricity to the heat pump, depending on the operating mode and operating conditions, it provides up to 3 - 5 kW of thermal energy. Today, the heat pump is the most economical look heating your room. It has only one drawback: the high cost of the equipment compared to other heating devices.
Oil radiators are in great demand, so you can find them in almost every home. And this is not surprising, because the oil heater is compact and very convenient to use.
However, despite all its advantages, there is one obvious drawback in the operation of an oil radiator: high energy consumption. To ensure that less electrical energy is consumed, a thermostat is designed. It monitors the operation of the heater, turning off the heated to desired temperature and turning it on when it has cooled down.
Oil cooler thermostat KST401 16A/250V/70°C
The thermostat is designed to automatically regulate temperature. A heater without a thermostat is inconvenient to use, because... turning the device on and off, depending on the room temperature, will have to be done manually. If you want the room to warm up while you are away, then manually this will not be possible. Moreover, heaters that are not equipped with thermostats are a fire hazard if left on for a long time.
There are 3 types of thermostats for oil radiators:
- mechanical;
- electromechanical;
- electronic.
The main difference is the design of the thermal relay for the oil radiator. In other words, the method by which the temperature sensor detects the temperature and opens the circuit is different for each type.
Let's look at the characteristics of each type.
Electronic thermostat is based on three main components:
- temperature sensor;
- a microprocessor that processes and transmits information;
- thermostat.
Electronic regulators are highly accurate in determining the room temperature, and they are also easy to operate.
Electromechanical thermostats are divided into several groups:
- The first group includes contacts and a double metal plate. When the device heats up, the plate bends and opens a group of contacts. As a result, electricity stops flowing to the heating plate. When the radiator cools down, the plate returns to its original point and begins to function as before.
- The second group is devices equipped with relays. The relay is represented by a cylindrical tube containing a substance responsive to heat. The pipe is placed in a container of water. When the temperature oil heater rises, the substance expands. When the temperature reaches the desired level, the expanded substance acts on the electrical circuit through a drive. As a result, the contacts are closed or opened and overheating of the device is prevented.
Mechanical thermostats look like normal shut-off valves. The device is constructed of a cylinder with a rod containing a sensitive substance. When heated, the substance expands, the rod blocks the flow of coolant in the system.
When choosing a thermostat, give preference to proven brands that have positive reviews users.
Conventional heaters without temperature controllers are not very convenient to use, since they constantly need to be turned on and off, focusing on the air temperature in the room, and with their help it is impossible to warm up the room in advance, for example, in a particularly cold winter before coming home.
In addition, heating appliances without controls increase the risk of fire if left on for long periods of time. for a long time. But this problem can be solved if you use a thermostat with a temperature sensor.
Thanks to such thermostats, it is possible to automatically control all types of modern heaters located in a private house, apartment, garage or warehouse. If, for example, you leave a regular heater on overnight, it can “burn” all the oxygen, especially if the room has a weak ventilation system and few windows, and in the morning it will be extremely uncomfortable for a person to be in the room.
In addition, such use of heaters will lead to increased energy consumption and increased utility bills. If you install a thermostat in the room and connect heaters to it, it will turn them on and off as needed.
To maintain one level of heating in a room, you just need to set the desired temperature level; the thermostat itself will do the rest. The heaters will automatically turn on if the air temperature drops below the set value, and turn off when this indicator reaches the set value.
Thanks to thermostats, the problem with the microclimate of children's rooms, warehouses where goods sensitive to temperature changes are stored, as well as any non-residential premises that manage to freeze enough during the winter night is solved, and at the beginning of the working day it is uncomfortable to be in them. This reduces energy consumption and does not burn oxygen.
Main types of thermostats
Thermostats for heaters are devices that can be used to set the frequency, mode and intensity of operation of the heating elements. Conventional regulators are available in most modern devices, which are intended for heating or, conversely, cooling air and any objects. The main types of regulators are:
- electronic
- electromechanical
- mechanical.
Electronic thermostats
The electronic thermostat has three main elements in its design:
- sensor that determines the air temperature level;
- microprocessor, whose task is to process and transmit signals;
- a key that performs the functions of a thermal relay, that is, control switching.
The main advantage of thermostats with an electronic processor and sensor is high accuracy determination and regulation of the temperature level in the room, ease of setting and control of heaters located in the room.
Such thermostats are used to control the unified heating system of a house or apartment, as well as to regulate the operation of air conditioners and any other similar systems responsible for creating and maintaining a microclimate in the room. An electronic thermostat can be built into a system like " smart House» and monitor the temperature of not only the air in the room, but also the heating devices themselves in order to increase fire safety.
Electromechanical thermostats
Electromechanical thermostats can be considered one of the simplest in design. ABOUT their new design is the relay, of which there are many types, but the most commonly used are the following:
- Thermostats installed in irons, kitchen electric stoves, kettles and other household appliances that can change their temperature. Their design is considered the simplest and consists of a group of contacts and a double metal plate. When the device heats up, the plate begins to bend and this opens a group of contacts, which stops the supply of electricity to the heating plate or coil.
When the device cools down, the plate returns to its original state and the electrical circuit resumes its operation, since the group of contacts is closed again. Thanks to this cycle, it is possible to maintain the temperature level of the device at approximately the same level.
- The second type of electromechanical regulator uses a slightly different principle of operation. In such regulators a relay is installed, based on the expansion of some of its elements when heated. The simplest example is thermostats that are present in home boilers designed to heat water in an apartment or private house, as well as oil heaters
If you do not go into scientific details and speak in a language accessible to most people, then we can say that such a relay is a cylinder tube filled with a substance sensitive to heating and cooling, placed in a special small tank of water. When the boiler begins to heat up, the contents of the control tube expand and, having reached a critical value, use a special drive to control the electrical circuit, closing and opening the contacts, thereby preventing critical overheating.
Thermostats
Another type of thermostat that is used in many household appliances is thermostat regulators. In everyday life, such regulators can be found, for example, in systems central heating. Appearance Thermostat regulators are very similar to the most common taps that shut off the water flow in a pipe. Thanks to their use, it becomes possible to maintain different levels temperatures in rooms or office rooms.
This feature is very convenient if there are small children in the family, to maintain a slightly higher temperature in their room than in the rest of the apartment, or in offices where some employees stay overnight. The design of the thermostat is as simple as possible, reliable and includes a thermal cylinder with a rod filled with a heat-sensitive substance. When the substance heats up to a predetermined level, it expands and pushes the rod out, which completely or partially restricts the movement of water in the pipe.
The same thermostat regulators are used in automobile engines. It is not recommended to try to use these devices for flexible temperature settings, since they have several basic operating modes, going beyond which can lead to the entire heating system depressurizing and failing.
Thermostats for infrared heaters
IN last years Heating devices using infrared radiation are becoming increasingly popular. Such heaters increase the temperature not of the air, but of the objects within their reach. Special designs of thermostats have been developed for them, slightly different from conventional ones. Conventionally, they can be divided into two main categories - mechanical and programmable.
Mechanical
Mechanical thermostats are produced by most companies engaged in the production of products of this kind, but they are all practically the same from each other, since their design is extremely simple and the difference can only be in the quality of the materials used for manufacturing. Almost all models of mechanical regulators are wall-mounted; they can be divided according to the installation principle into mortise and surface-mounted devices, so they can be connected to any type of wiring.
The standard range of temperature settings that such regulators can support is from +5 to + 30 degrees. They are slightly larger in size than conventional sockets and switches, so they do not disturb the interior of the room. Mechanical regulators are controlled by a knob that sets the temperature level at which the heating system should start or stop operating, as well as a button to turn the regulator itself on and off.
Programmable
If you achieve maximum comfort, then you should definitely buy a programmable thermostat. Programmable thermostats are the most modern and easy-to-use types of devices of this type. They have a wider operating temperature range, which most often ranges from +5 to + 45 degrees, which makes their capabilities more flexible and somewhat expands the scope of application. Their main difference from all other types of regulators based on mechanical principle action, this is the ability to set a complex heating program designed for several days or even weeks, depending on the model.
Moreover, for each day you can set a different sequence of temperature changes and controls. They have two sensors for measuring temperature, one monitors the entire room, the second monitors the heating level of the infrared devices themselves. In smart home systems, programmable versions of thermostats are used as the most convenient and comfortable.
When choosing a thermostat, you need to consider the following points:
- external climatic conditions;
- reliability of the room’s own thermal insulation;
- number of heating devices;
- types of heaters.
All thermostats designed to work with infrared heating devices and systems can connect several devices, but their total power should not exceed 3-3.5 kW. If the total power of the heaters is higher than this value, then a magnetic starter must be built into the circuit, redistributing the load between individual devices of the heating network.
All types of wall thermostats are installed at a height of approximately one and a half meters, in accordance with the rules for installing devices of this kind. The diagrams for connecting them to the electrical network of the room are quite simple and do not differ fundamentally from the diagrams for connecting sockets and switches; the main thing is to ensure that the cross-section of the wires used corresponds to the power of the heating devices that they connect to the regulator.
In conclusion, we can say that installing thermostats on heating systems and heaters are a profitable and reasonable solution that will not only make life easier and more convenient, especially in regions with cold climates, but will also help you save on utilities without wasting electricity. It is also worth giving preference well-known manufacturers, since the thermostat is always part complex system and if it is of poor quality or defective, this may lead to an emergency in the room where it is installed.
When choosing a specific model, it is worth taking into account all the nuances of heating the room, starting from the number of heaters and ending with the power of each of them. If your own knowledge is not enough to calculate and select the right model, you need to contact electrical and heating specialists, and not choose the first one that comes across or seems most suitable only at first glance.
Devices such as heater thermostats are used to control and change the current temperature of a room. Thanks to a special scale or display, you can create the most comfortable environment without wasting energy. By the way, such devices can control the temperature of not only oil or infrared heaters, but also monitor the heating of the underfloor heating system.
Characteristic
Thermostats for heaters are useful devices that can completely prevent overheating of the room and the heating system as a whole. Using this regulator is quite simple. You just need to set the required temperature on the scale that you want to achieve, and the device itself will take care of further heating of the room. In addition, the thermostat is capable of maintaining exactly the temperature that you set on the device for a particular period of time. During the specified period, the system will automatically maintain stable air heating and will turn off only after it has expired.
Connection
Often one such regulator is installed in each room. Connecting a thermostat to an infrared heater that heats two rooms at the same time causes difficulties in controlling the system. Therefore, experts recommend connecting this device to only one heating device. Thus, thermostats for heaters are able to control the room temperature as accurately as possible at the required level.
Why can’t the regulator be connected to several heaters?
There are several reasons for this. Firstly, different rooms have different areas, which no longer makes it possible for the heater to adjust to normal temperature conditions. Secondly, setting the optimal degree cannot be done due to differences in the heat transfer of rooms. That is why for each room it is necessary to connect its own, separate thermostat.
How do they work?
If you think that after setting the values for the heaters they work smoothly, you are deeply mistaken. The essence of their work is as follows. When the temperature in the system reaches the set level, the device turns off, and when the heating level drops by 2-3 degrees Celsius, this device turns on again and operates until the heater again heats up to the set mode. This happens until the timer you set goes off. In general, the mechanism can operate from several minutes to several hours, maintaining optimal temperature air.
Price
The cost of such devices averages from 800 to one thousand rubles. The price may depend on the type of design, manufacturer, and the presence or absence of a liquid crystal display in the regulator showing the current temperature.
