Comparison of electric boilers and convectors

Heating an electric boilersor central heating. Among the most common for stationary heating are actually electric convectors and electric boilers. Let us consider in more detail the properties of each of them and compare what is better than electric boiler or convectors.

What is an electric convector

Electric convector - a modern type of heating equipment. It is a rectangular metal body. The case has special openings through which cold and heated air passes. In the middle of the convector has a heating element. The cold air gets inside, it is heated there and then comes out. During operation of the device, there is a natural circulation of air masses. For full heating the room takes up to two hours. At the same time, not only the air warms up, but the furniture and the floor, which also retain heat, are also gaining warmth.

In the future, the temperature is automatically maintained. The function of automatic maintenance of temperatures can be of two types: mechanics, electronics. Effective is that with an electronic sensor. This makes it possible to set the exact temperature and maintain it. In addition, a device with an electronic temperature sensor is considered more economical and allows you to save up to ten percent of energy consumption along with a mechanical type of temperature control.

Pros and cons of

convectors In order to somehow get an idea of ​​an electric convector, we list its main advantages and disadvantages. The ratio of pros and cons will objectively evaluate the device.

And so, the indisputable advantages of this heating device:

• Save on installation. Sometimes its placement does not even require installation( floor), or requires minimal costs( wall).Virtually only built-in convectors will require some great installation effort.
• We use if necessary and pay only for the used heat.
• Compact and compact.
• Available in operation.
• Such a device can be used in various premises( bathroom, garage or other room).
• Equipped with additional features. In particular: a humidifier, a fan for rapid air circulation.
• Safe. The case does not heat up to high temperatures, eliminates the risk of burns.

Among the drawbacks, for these heaters are:

• Non-economic, in terms of the use of electricity.
• Can dry the air, which is accompanied by a specific smell.

Installation of convectors

The advantage of these convectors is the ease of installation. In fact, they do not require any connection to communications, etc., in addition to being connected to the power grid.

Depending on the type of the convector itself, the method of its installation differs. Consider their main types:

• Universal type, the most common type of electric convector. It can be installed in different ways, which is its undeniable advantage. Such convectors are equipped with: legs( stands) that allows you to put it directly on the floor and move if necessary to any other place;brackets with which the heater is mounted on the wall. The moderate degree of heating of the housing allows it to be installed on various surfaces, and there is no threat of melting or fire.
• Wall-mounted type, the one universal except for the absence of supports for floor placement. As noted above, there are practically no specific contraindications for its installation. But it should be noted that the heated air will go from the bottom up. Therefore, it is not necessary to place objects that will experience harm from this directly in the area above the convector. For example, fresh flowers and flowerpots or a cage with a parrot. Excessive blocking( overlapping) of the zone above the convector can also serve to shut off the flow of warm air.
• Built-in type of convector - implies its embedding in the floor or window sill. Usually used in non-residential areas. Very effective where there are large glass partitions with the external environment or at the doors of supermarkets. In this case, the convectors create a thermal curtain that does not allow the warm air to leave the room, the same, just as it does not allow the cold flow to go.

Heating a house with a convector

A convector for heating living space is gaining ground. Usually for effective and sufficient heating should be used in the area ratio.

Most devices allow you to adjust power. Actually, the power will depend on the possibility of heating a certain area. Usually one convector is enough for one room. It is necessary to take into account the internal microclimate. For rooms with high levels of moisture, where there is a risk of mold, you should choose more powerful convectors and in the quantity necessary for a given area. It is important to restore the necessary healthy atmosphere of housing.

Their installation does not require an additional connection to communications, only to the outlet. That is its advantage and disadvantage. They work from the mains and when it is turned off it is inefficient. Of course, electricity bills will grow significantly.

Easy to install, offset by increased electricity charges.

Such convectors are not only simple and efficient, they also have a modern design. Usually the standard models are of the same type. But among the range you can find heaters with different enclosures, which allows you to choose the style of your room. It can be disguised, so that the device becomes an element of decor. And also facing under your personal order, for example, a stone is practiced.

It is worth noting that this is a moderate option for the price. Of course, it depends on the manufacturer, power, design and the like. However, the average prices are fully available to the average class of the population.

Features of electric boilersThat is, a heating device is placed inside the boiler itself. It heats the water, and the water passes through the laid pipelines to the radiators( batteries), which are the sources of heating.

The special features of electric boilers are that they:

• Do not dry the air. Do not burn oxygen, and do not create a sense of combustion in the air.
• You can pick up dual-circuit models that can not only heat the room, but also provide hot water.
• In contrast to single heaters, an electric boiler can effectively heat a fairly large area. After all, it is the center, the distributor of heat.

The price will depend on the complexity of the installation itself. It can be noted that low-power simple installations are quite cheap.

Depending on the needs and the room where it will be used, you can choose a simple or more advanced version, in particular, boilers are distinguished:

1. Equipped with a heating element and a trigger for commissioning.
2. In addition to standard installations, equipped with temperature control sensors.
3. Advanced options include a remote control system.

Heating elements of electric boilers

All electric boilers can be divided depending on the type of heating element. Each of them has its own principle of operation and features. And so, such boilers can accommodate in themselves:

• TENY, - a well-known and common method of heating water. The tubular heating element heats up the water, which moves and provides uninterrupted heat flow.

however has certain disadvantages. TENY often suffer from scaling, resulting from the heating of water high temperature. Because of this fails. This is solved by replacing the heating element. But it can still create discomfort during the heating season.

• Electrode, - an effective and reliable method of heating. Electrodes are placed in the coolant itself. That is, the water is heated in a collision directly with the heating chamber. Heats up very quickly and reliable in terms of fire safety. In particular, in the absence of heat carrier, the boiler switches itself off.
• Induction - modern, most reliable and efficient types of heating system. By the principle of operation, they exclude direct current and water collisions, excludes scaling. Therefore, they are considered durable and safe, however, at the price of the most expensive type of heating( from among electric boilers).

Installation of electric boilers

Compared with electric convectors, installation of an electric boiler is several times more complicated and requires:

• The choice of installation location: the ability to connect to a pipeline and access to a wall outlet.
• Installation directly of the installation itself. Usually, there is a detailed instruction for him, which the dexterous owner will allow himself to carry out the installation without the help of specialists. However, it is necessary to study the installation process in detail, in particular, to make auxiliary parts for the installation of the boiler. For example, a faucet for water does not always come complete with a boiler.

It is worth noting that, unlike convectors, boilers have a less aesthetic appearance. Therefore, the installation is better to pre-plan and select a place that is least viewed. In order to conveniently place the boiler, it should be remembered that its installation is possible in two ways: wall mounting, floor installation.

Considering the advantages of this heating system, it can be noted that previous steps in planning its installation are fully justified by its efficiency. After all, this installation will provide heat around the perimeter of the apartment and in cold time effectively ensure the warmth and comfort of your home.

Electric boiler advantages:

• From the moment of switching on, heating starts quickly. Radiators( batteries) to which hot water comes in quickly spread heat over the area.
• Safe, unlike gas heat supply, which is explosive.
• If necessary, easily rebuilt under the gas boiler. Since the main system - piping and batteries, is the same for both types of heating.

Among the shortcomings:

• The painstaking installation process. Conducting pipes, installing batteries, require qualified and high-quality installation.
• The combination of an electric heater and water supply in one system is not completely safe.
• Requires a stable and well-functioning power supply system, due to its constant and significant load.
• High energy costs.

What is more economical than electric boiler or convector

Comparison of electric boiler and convector introduces a clear picture of the feasibility of using a particular type of heating.

If we compare the costs of electricity, then both types of heating have an increased type of consumption. Both devices have approximately the same costs of approximately 240 kWh per day for heating an area of ​​100 m².

Usually in practice for the exact calculation of the cost of electricity, other factors are also important, such as heat loss, power of the appliance, etc.

In addition, energy savings can be improved for both devices. For example, a more profitable boiler with the function of setting the desired temperature, which saves costs.

A convector can, in principle, be disconnected from the power grid if and where heating is not needed.

If we talk about electric boiler, then this type of heating is most appropriate for large areas. After all, installing such a system for a small area does not justify installation costs, especially when alternative heating methods are available. In addition, it is much easier to heat a small area than large spaces, and there is often enough electric convector for this.

Convectors are very relevant where there is no central pipeline and there is no feasibility of repair and installation work on its installation. Including, if it is not long-term housing. Convectors can be easily dismantled and then used in another room.

Therefore, the choice should be made on the basis of the area, the need for stable or periodic heating and other features of the room and your requirements for the heating system.