Electric heaters are a good solution to heat the temperature in a given room. But is it an economical solution? Which electric heater uses the least electricity?
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Electric heater power consumption
The profitability of using electric heaters is measured not only by their efficiency, i.e. improving the thermal comfort in the room. The issue of expenses related to its use is most often taken into account. If the device works sporadically, the costs will be much lower than if electric heaters , which work every day for many hours. Therefore, before choosing a specific model, it is worth considering your needs carefully and comparing the parameters
How much electricity do 2000 W heaters use?
The power of the heater provides detailed information on the amount of electricity a given device uses during operation. Models with a power of 2000 W use about 2 kW of electricity in one hour. Assuming that the device worked continuously for 24 hours a day, this would already be 48 kW, which gives a power consumption of about 336 kW on a weekly basis.
How much electricity does an infrared heater use?
Infrared heaters are a special example of a device that can effectively improve thermal comfort in a room. However, the way they work is different than in traditional heaters. Numerous advantages make this an increasingly popular solution. The heaters are quite specific, and the way they work can be compared to the sun on a hot summer day. When you are outdoors, you can fully enjoy the heat of the sun's rays, while in the shade the effect of the temperature is somewhat limited, because the rays do not reach the body surface with full power. Although the air temperature in both places remains the same, the subjective feelings are completely different.
Infrared heaters use the same mechanism, and the infrared waves emitted by the device heat objects in the room. This method makes electric heating more efficient, and consequently allows you to reduce your electricity bills.
The exact costs generated by infrared heating depend on specific factors, primarily the power of the selected device, the time of use of the heater or the parameters of the room (including the insulation used, the surface of the target room). The power of the heaters is selected to the size of the heated room. Devices for:
- 400 W are dedicated to areas no larger than 8m2;
- 700 W - up to 14m2;
- 1000 W - up to 20 m2.
The detailed cost can be estimated by taking into account additional parameters, including the insulation of the building, the type of joinery used, the location of the device and the maximum temperature.
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Cost per hour of operation of an electric heater
In order to obtain information on the power consumption of an electric heater, it will be necessary to perform an analysis. The topic can be considered with an example. When choosing a 2000 W model, it is worth considering how much energy it needs to operate for an hour? This will be about 2 kilowatt-hours. The final cost therefore depends on the price of 1 kWh. Nowadays, electricity costs are constantly increasing, and the given cost of kWh also includes fees related to energy transmission or distribution. With a unit cost per kWh of PLN 0.69, the fee for an hour of using a 2000 W heater is an expense of about PLN 1.28. If the heater is used for 2 hours every day, then the weekly cost will be about PLN 18, and in a month it will be just over PLN 70.
Are convector heaters economical?
When choosing an electric heater for your apartment or office that will help heat the room without significantly increasing your electricity bills, it is worth carefully analyzing the available options. The speed at which the room heats up is also important. One of the solutions worth considering are convector heaters.
The convection heater takes in cool air, which is heavier at the bottom, and then heats it using an electric heater. The properties of warm air mean that it naturally rises and escapes from the heater. Inside the housing there is a heat exchanger and a fan that easily forces the air to move. This solution is valued for its many advantages, including low purchase cost, fast heating rate, and - in addition - it is easy to use.
This solution is not without its flaws, however, as it is not cheap to use, but it helps to heat up the room quickly, hence its popularity. Unfortunately, it loses temperature quite quickly after being turned off. Additionally, the principle of operation means that the heated air and the movement caused by the fan cause the heat to rise to the ceiling, which is not a very effective solution.
Electric heaters in the Onninen wholesaler
The Onninen installation wholesaler offers various models of radiators, characterized by high heating efficiency, different power, and operating mode. Thanks to this, it is easy to choose a model tailored to individual needs. Where heating time is important, convector radiators, operating on the principle of gravitational air flow, will work perfectly. Bothhanging electric radiators , ceramic radiators, and storage radiators are popular, modern solutions are replacing solutions used for years, including the cast iron radiator.
The hanging models available in the Onninen wholesaler, such as the Atlantic F-120 electric convector heater by Atlantic, are available in versions with a power of 500 W, 1000 W, 1500 W, 2000 W, and are an excellent solution in a situation where the device will work in different conditions. The heater is equipped with a switch that allows you to set one of the selected operating modes. Additional functions are also a great advantage, including those that allow you to protect the thermostat from children's interference.
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Another noteworthy solution is the Heat Decor HD-WAVE STEEL infrared electric heater with a steel thermostat . We sell models with a power of 400 W, 700 W, 1000 W. It is basically a heating panel with a very modern look. An infrared heater that is also energy-saving. Its advantage is the fast heating rate, it is this heater that consumes the least electricity. The advantage is the automatic and smooth change of the device's temperature and a wide range of temperature regulation.
The range includes universal solutions that are perfect for home or office use.Freestanding electric heaters are most often chosen where mobility and the ability to move to another room are important.
Another solution worth considering are free-standing radiators. Their advantage is that they can be moved to any place at any time. Starting the radiator is easy, and the radiators currently available for sale look really aesthetically pleasing. An example of such a solution can be Atlantic F-119 Mobile electric convector radiators . According to the manufacturer, the device is classified in the II energy class. Currently, the Onninen wholesaler's assortment includes models with the following power: 500 W, 1000 W, 1500 W, 2000 W and 2500 W. There is an electronic thermostat on the radiator, operating on the basis of a microprocessor. Good quality legs provide the device with stability. They will work perfectly in various rooms, look exceptionally aesthetically pleasing, and fit any arrangement.