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Carbon heater - a device consisting of carbon fiber, which is enclosed in a vacuum quartz tube and heats the room using infrared radiation.
This is a fairly new type of heaters, which was invented at the turn of the two millennia and quickly gained popularity among buyers due to its performance and original appearance.
The device and principle of operation of infrared carbon heaters
A carbon heater is a type of infrared heating device that uses a hydrocarbon filament instead of a tungsten filament as a heating element.
Such a heating element has a high thermal conductivity and, accordingly, has a higher heat transfer. In this regard, a 1 kW carbon heater heats a room with the same area and to the same temperature as, for example, an oil cooler with a power of 2-2.5 kW.
The carbon filament is enclosed in a tube from which air is completely evacuated. An electric current passes through it and it heats up. As a result of this, infrared rays are emitted, which fall on objects and heat them up. Then these objects, the heating depth of which reaches 2-2.5 cm, begin to give off heat to the room, evenly distributing it over the entire area.
The carbon filament does not change its length when heated, and it does not break with sharp cooling. This property of carbon heaters implies a long service life.
The infrared carbon heater heats up to a maximum temperature of 90 degrees and eliminates the combustion of oxygen, which sets it apart from other types of appliances.
The heating element is covered with a wire mesh, which eliminates the possibility of scalding. Most carbon heaters have temperature sensors, with the help of which the temperature is set and then, after reaching the set values, the device turns off. In addition, they are equipped with fireproof devices that turn off the heater when tilted and overheated.
Types of carbon heaters
On the equipment market, carbon heaters are represented by several types:
- Wall mounted carbon heaters. They are wall-mounted and are quite common. These heaters do not heat the room as efficiently as ceiling heaters, due to the direction of heat movement, but they are very convenient, since they practically do not take up space. From the large selection that we are offered, you can buy models with an original design, which will only add attractiveness to your interior. It is advisable not to place wooden objects near the infrared battery to avoid excessive overheating. Such a wall-mounted carbon heater is safe for children, the temperature of the outer panel does not exceed 90 degrees and will not spoil the coating of the wall to which it is attached, since the back surface of the device has a temperature of no more than 45 degrees.
Ceiling heater. It is the best carbon heater for providing warmth. Infrared radiation, moving from the ceiling to the floor, heats it, as well as other objects, and then, the heat from these objects rises up.At the level of a person's head, the temperature will be 1–2 degrees lower than in the area of the legs, which is the most optimal option for our body. Installation of ceiling heaters is not difficult, and if you decide to fix it directly to the ceiling surface, then this can be done using ordinary screws and dowels. As for the appearance, they usually fit very well into the interior.
Floor heaters. The main advantage of a floor heater over other types is mobility. Having a low weight, it can be carried to different places in the room and even used on the street, where it is possible to warm people who were within its radius of action. Floor carbon heaters always have a very interesting look and can add variety to your interior, and in the evening, recreate the effect of a fireplace. If you analyze the Veito carbon heater, you will notice that under this brand are produced mainly floor-standing devices of medium power, which have a low weight of 3-4 kg and are distinguished by a modern design.- Rotary models. Swivel units are a type of floor-standing devices, only with a swiveling base and in some models, the swing angle reaches 180 degrees. But mainly manufacturers produce heaters with a rotation angle of 90-120 degrees, since such models are cheaper and more popular. For example, such a device is the Zenet carbon heater. Usually, the heaters of this company are produced with a rotation of 90 degrees, and with a heating radius of 4-5 m, they become very popular with consumers.
In addition to the listed main types, carbon heaters can also be noted, which have several heating elements and have significant power and a larger heating area; heaters in the form of a cascade; heaters that are installed discreetly, under the topcoat, but this type is difficult for self-installation, so it is better to attract professionals for such work.
Pros and cons of carbon heaters
Advantages of carbon heaters:
- The use of devices with infrared radiation for heating has a positive effect on the functioning of the human body, increasing blood circulation, positively affecting the digestive tract and, which is very important, plays the role of a substitute for the sun in winter, thanks to the beneficial radiation.
- Significant energy savings. Thanks to the carbon fiber, heat dissipation is increased, which leads to faster heating of the premises with less power consumption.
- High environmental friendliness is characteristic of all infrared heaters. Such devices do not burn oxygen and do not dry air. In addition, no harmful substances and odors are released during operation.
- Outside heating, a characteristic feature of carbon heaters.
- Nice and modern design for all kinds of such devices.
- High protection against moisture.
Many buyers, before the final decision to buy an infrared heater, ask themselves: is there any harm from carbon heaters? So, the answer will be unambiguous.
A carbon heater cannot do harm, because infrared radiation is not only absolutely safe for humans, but even beneficial, and carbon, tightly pressed into the tube, does not evaporate while in a vacuum. But such a heater still has some disadvantages.
Disadvantages of carbon heaters:
- A rather fragile design. If you read some forums about a carbon heater and reviews, then sometimes you can see complaints about the fragility of the structure. The concern is caused by a carbon tube, which may burst if dropped.
- Cost. It is not prohibitive, but higher than that of some other types of heaters.
- Extraneous sound.There is no noise as such, but when it cools down, and it does not last long, you can hear a crackling sound, so people who find it unpleasant can look for another option.