Traditional for our country water heating- complex and expensive at the installation stage. Therefore, many are looking for other options for heating rooms, cottages, cottages and apartments. The first thing that comes to mind is electric heating convectors. Installation is super simple: set it up or hang it up, plug it into a power outlet. All. You can warm up. The only limitation is whether the wiring can withstand such a load. The second is decent electricity bills, but they can be reduced by installing.

What is convection and convector

Convection is the process of heat transfer due to the movement of heated air. A convector is a device that heats air and promotes its movement. There are convectors in which heating occurs due to the circulation of coolant, then they are part of water heating. But we will talk about electric convectors, which convert electricity into heat, and air flows carry this heat throughout the room.

According to the installation method, convector electric heaters are wall-mounted, floor-mounted, in-floor (built in below floor level), baseboard and universal (installed on legs that come included or hung on the wall).

It is impossible to say which form of electric heating convectors is better. All forms are developed taking into account thermodynamics (at least, normal companies do this this way), so you base your choice only on your own preferences and on which design fits best into the design of the room. No one forbids installing electric convectors of different types in one apartment, house, or even in a room. The main thing is that the wiring can withstand.

Installation of electric heating convectors

The design of the electric convector is simple:

• a housing in which there are openings for air intake and exhaust;
• a heating element;
• sensors and control and monitoring devices.

The case is heat-resistant plastic. The shape can be flat or convex, rectangular or square. The case has holes at the bottom - cold air is sucked into them. There are also holes in the top of the case. Heated air comes out of them. The air moves without stopping, and the room warms up.

The heating element of an electric convector is what you need to pay attention to when choosing. The service life of the equipment and air conditioning depend on the type of heater.

Types of heating elements for electric convectors

There are three types of heating elements in electric heating convectors:

Electric heating convectors with monolithic heaters are considered the best, but they are also the most expensive. Using heating elements is a little cheaper.

Types of Thermostats and Controls

Electric heating convectors can be controlled using a mechanical thermostat or electronics. The cheapest convector electric heaters have a thermostat, which, when the set temperature is reached, breaks the power circuit of the heating element. When it cools down, the contact appears again and the heater starts working. Devices of this type cannot maintain a constant temperature in the room - the thermostat is activated by the heating of the contact plate, and not by the air temperature. But they are simple and quite reliable.

Electronic control uses several sensors that monitor the state of the air in the room and the degree of heating of the device itself. The data is processed by a microprocessor, which adjusts the operation of the heater. The desired mode is set from the control panel located on the case, and there are also models with a control panel. You can find programmable models that allow you to set the heating mode for a whole week - while no one is home, set it to maintain around +10°C or lower and save on bills; when people arrive, warm up the room to a comfortable temperature. There are generally “smart” models that can be integrated into the system “ smart House"and control them from a computer.

Choosing an installation location

Or rather, the question is not: which convector is suitable for fulfilling your wishes. If you want to get closer appearance rooms to the standard one, you can hang rectangular wall convectors under the windows. Models that can be installed under the ceiling attract a little more attention, but they are inaccessible to children and pets - they will not be able to get burned or “adjust” in their own way. The installation method is the same here - on brackets fixed to the wall. Only the shape of the brackets differs.

If you want to heating devices were not visible - you will have to choose between plinth models and in-floor ones. There is a big difference in installation: skirting boards are simply installed and connected to the network, but for in-floor ones you will have to make special recesses in the floor - their top panel should be on the same level as the finished floor. In general, without overhaul you can't install them.

Power calculation

If a convector is needed only as an additional source of heat - for periods of extreme cold - it makes sense to take a couple of low-power devices - 1-1.5 kW each. They can be moved to those rooms where the temperature needs to be raised. If convector heating is the only source of heat, everything is much more serious.

If you do everything “wisely,” you need to calculate the heat loss of a house or apartment and select equipment based on the calculation results. In fact, this is very rarely done. Much more often they think required power heating area: for heating 10 sq. m area requires 12 kW of heat. But these are the norms for average ceiling heights - 2.50-2.70 m and average insulation. If the ceilings are higher (the volume of air needs to be heated) or there is “no” insulation at all, the power is increased by 20-30%.

Manufacturers, characteristics and prices

Electric convector heaters are produced by several companies that produce other household appliances - Electrolux, AEG, Hyundai, Stiebel Eltron, Zanussi. In addition, there are many companies that specialize in this type of technology or produce two or three more groups of products. Among them there are Russian manufacturers - Ballu, Termica, Ural-Mikmah-Term, Alvin. There is also a whole group of European brands:

• Airele, Noirot and Atlantic (France),
• Extra, Royal Thermo, Scoole, Timberk, WWQ (PRC),
• Frico (Sweden),
• NeoClima (Greece),
• Nobo (Norway)

and many more. Electric heating is the norm in Europe; water heating is rare here. Hence the number of companies producing such household appliances. But, as is usual in recent years, most companies have moved production to China, so the assembly is mainly Chinese, although quality control should be at the level.

Electric heating convectors can have a power from 0.5 kW to 2.5-3 kW. They operate mainly from a 220 V network; if necessary, three-phase ones can be found - from 380 V. With increasing power, the dimensions (mainly depth) and price increase. If we talk about prices on average, then the price for imported electric convectors is about $80-250, for Russian ones - $30-85.

Name	Power	Additional functions	Installation type	Control type	Heating element type	Dimensions (D*W*H)	Price
AEG WKL	0.5/1/1.5/2/2.5/3 kW	overheat protection	Wall	Thermostat	heating element	78*370*450	105 - 195 $
Airelec Paris digital 05DG	0.5 kW	overheat protection	Wall	Electronic	Monolithic	80*440*400	60-95 $
Termica CE 1000 MR	1 kW	Overheat protection + ionizer	Floor	Thermostat (mechanical)	heating element	78*400*460	50 $
Nobo C4F 15 XSC	1.5 kW		Wall/floor	Electronic	heating element	55*400*975	170 $
Stiebel Eltron CS 20 L	2 kW	Overheat protection + fan	Floor	Thermostat (mechanical)	spiral heating element	100*437*600	200-220 $
Stiebel Eltron CON 20 S	2 kW	overheat protection	Floor	Thermostat (mechanical)	heating element from of stainless steel	123*460*740	450 $
Noirot Melodie Evolution1500	1.5 kW	Overheat and tip-over shutdown	Wall-mounted (small height)	Electronic	Monolithic	80*220*1300	300-350 $
Ballu BEC/EVE - 1500	1.5 kW	Overheat and tip-over shutdown	Wall/floor	Electronic	Heating element Double G Force	111*640*413	70 $
Timberk TEC.PF1 M 1000 IN	1 kW	Overheat and tip-over shutdown + ionizer	Wall/floor	Thermostat (mechanical)		100*410*460	65 $
Dantex SD4-10	1 kW	Overheat and tip-over shutdown	Wall/floor	Electronic	Needle + quiet + economical	78*640*400	45 $

Useful additional features

When choosing electric heating convectors, pay attention not only to technical parameters. There are also additional functions that increase comfort and safety:

Overheat protection and drop shutdown are very useful features that increase the safety of the equipment. Something else you can pay attention to is how quiet or loud the unit is. It's not just the heating element (it usually clicks). When activated, the mechanical thermostat also clicks. When choosing convection heaters for your bedroom, quiet operation is very important.

The concept of home is usually associated with family, comfort and, of course, warmth. And not only spiritual, but also the most common physical meaning of this word. And since we live in a unique, or the most beautiful, or forgotten by God, country, the vagaries of the weather in the off-season and winter cold always come unexpectedly utilities. Those, according to the old tradition, “sang red summer,” and as soon as the heating season approaches, they blame “cataclysms” with pipes, boiler rooms, and equipment.

As the French say, “C”est La Vie, in creating a truly comfortable microclimate in a house, apartment, office, not to mention a cottage or garage, you have to rely only on yourself. Well, there are an abundance of household heaters on the market. However, if we talk about efficiency, most specialists and experienced users give preference to convectors. There are also a lot of them, both successful and not so successful. But we proudly ignored the latter, but we presented the former, which are also the best convectors for home and garden use. for your consideration in this rating.

What is a convector?

Structurally, everything is simple to the point of genius. The heating element is installed in a hollow housing. Initially, cold air enters through the slots at the bottom, heats up, increases in volume and naturally rushes upward and is discharged outside under optimal angle through special guide blinds. Having cooled down a little, it lowers and again enters the convector. And so on in a circle until it is reached desired temperature in room.

Types of convectors and their features

Gas and water convectors They are usually installed in private homes and industrial facilities, and installation is planned at the design stage of the facility. But the most common and popular option is electric convectors- the most universal and suitable for almost any building where there is an outlet.

When choosing a convector, it is advisable to take into account electric heater design:

• Simple tape or spiral. They are cheap, heat up quickly, but are inferior to others in terms of reliability, dry the air, burn oxygen;
• Needle-shaped- more advanced version. Loops made of nichrome thread are “sewn” into the bar made of dielectric material. Good heating rate, also dried, also reduces O2 concentration, but less;
• heating element. The spiral is hidden in a hollow tube, the outer surface of which is ribbed to enhance heat transfer. They are not afraid of humid air. Disadvantages: long heating time, crackling during operation, low efficiency;
• Monolithic. The filament is soldered into a housing with aluminum fins X-shape. They are characterized by better heat transfer, greater efficiency, reliability, and economy. Devices with such elements usually have IP24 moisture protection.

An important attribute of a good convector is whether it is built-in or removable thermostat. Its task is to optimize heating processes to maintain a stable temperature in the room, set by the user. They are fundamentally divided into 2 types:

• Mechanical. Reliable due to its simplicity, but settings are made, as they say, by eye;
• Electronic. Advantage - high accuracy from 0.1 to 1°C depending on the class of the model. The disadvantage is the high cost.

Finally, about placement method. Almost all convective heating devices are predisposed for wall mounting. Electric versions can additionally be equipped (by default or optionally) with floor supports with or without wheels.

Man is a heat-loving creature, and with the onset of the first cold weather this becomes clearly clear. When central heating have not yet been turned on or have already been turned off, you have to save yourself with a warm blanket, hot tea and a powerful heater. It is difficult to live without electric assistants that provide warmth not only in a city apartment, but also in a country house or country house not connected to the heating system. Previously, we already dealt with the basics and, having determined the most interesting models. Now it’s the turn of convectors, which are in high demand from year to year. We determine the best electric heating convectors for the home and learn to make the right choice.

Operating principle of an electric convector very simple and it is based on natural process convection, hence the name of the device. Let's remember school course physicists: warm air lighter than cold, so it rises. The convector consists of a heating element placed in a housing with holes. The lower holes serve to take in cold air as it falls down. Inside the device, the air heats up and escapes through the upper openings. Additional heating is carried out thanks to the heat transfer of the convector body, which actually turns into a kind of radiator. The heated air rises, displacing cold air, which, in turn, descends, is drawn in by the convector and heats up. The cycle repeats endlessly.

Modern convectors are equipped temperature sensor for measuring air temperature. It is usually located at the bottom of the device. Thermostat collects data from the sensor and sends a signal to the heating element so that it turns the heating on or off depending on what temperature the user has set.

When choosing an electric convector, the following parameters should be taken into account:

• heating element type. The simplest, cheapest and short-lived option is needle heater. This is a plate with a nickel thread attached to it in the form of many loops. Such an element has poor heat transfer, is not protected from water, and quickly fails, so it is rarely used today. The best option in terms of price/quality ratio – tubular heating element. Due to its design features, it is more durable and practical, and can be manufactured in a splash-proof housing. The only negative is the characteristic crackling sound when heating, but this can be survivable. Convectors with monolithic heater– the pinnacle of evolution, they are silent, characterized by minimal heat loss, high efficiency and durability, but they also cost accordingly;
  
• power depends on the area of ​​the heated room and its features. An approximate calculation can be made based on the fact that for every 10 m 2 of area, 1 kW of power is required. This is the formula for standard apartments with a height of no more than 2.7 m. If the ceiling is higher, then for every 10 “extra” cm 10% power is added. In corner rooms and rooms located above basement, install convectors that are more powerful than calculated. Experts also advise using as many heaters in a room as there are windows. Operate the convector on maximum power it is not recommended for a long time, so it is better to take a device with a small power reserve;
• by installation method convectors can be wall-mounted, floor-mounted and in-floor. With the first two everything is clear, but an in-floor installation, when the body is hidden inside and only the grille looks out, is considered very rare. We hold in high esteem universal models that can be hung or placed on the floor—the majority of them are like that. Wheels will greatly simplify moving the device across the floor;
  
• thermostat can be mechanical and electronic. Mechanical - the simplest option, characterized by stepwise switching of modes, may not withstand exactly temperature regime(error 1-3 0 C), but it will not fail due to power surges. An electronic thermostat allows you to finely and accurately set and maintain the temperature; it may have a timer, a delayed start function and other goodies. Devices with such regulators are more expensive;
  
• form the convector can be any, it does not affect anything - it is a matter of taste. The standard height is 50 cm, this parameter affects the rate of supply of thermal air. Thickness and heat transfer are directly related;
• additional functions. It is better to take a convector from overheat protection. If you use the heater in the bathroom or on the loggia, then choose better convector With moisture protection. The function will also be useful shutdown when the device is tipped over. On sale you can find convectors with built-in ionizer, function " antifreeze"(maintains air temperature at +5 0 C) and the function " restart", which allows you to remember the entered parameters and in the future, when you turn on the device, activate the previous settings.
  

Compare different types heaters are difficult, but if the question becomes which is better, convector or oil heater, then it is worth analyzing the purpose of use. Convector the better that its body does not heat above 45-60 0 C, so it can be safely used in an apartment with children. A convector heats the room faster, but an oil heater is able to retain heat longer due to heat transfer from the housing. If you need the simplest and cheapest source of heat, then your choice is fan heater.

The best electric convectors for home

Ballu BEC/EZER-1500

One of the most interesting and attractive convectors in terms of price/quality ratio. It is quite powerful, can heat an average room of up to 15 m2 and is equipped with wheels for easy transportation. Additional features include: ionizer, timer for 24 hours (simplifying use and helping to save money), a display on which all settings are displayed, as well as Auto Restart function: if the electricity suddenly goes out, then after turning it on the convector will work at the previous settings - there is no need to re-enter all operating parameters. In addition, the model received functions overheat and tip-over shutdowns and also boasts waterproof housing. Fairy tale! Users only find fault with some design elements and a short cord, but these are not such drawbacks.

Electrolux ECH/AG-1000MFR

Simple in terms of design and functions, but very reliable convector. The power here is average, so a heating model is suitable small rooms. The manufacturer decided to do without electronic control, timer, etc., but equipped the device waterproof housing, dust filter and air purification system. Feature provided overheat shutdown. Users praise the convector for its compactness, noiselessness, low price, functionality and workmanship, but they note that even at minimum power the heating is quite strong.

Ballu BEP/EXT-1000

The distinctive feature of this model is glass ceramic front panel, due to which the convector receives improved heat transfer and the most aesthetic appearance. The device looks really very stylish - an excellent addition to a high-tech interior. The model received electronic control, display, remote control, timer, frost protection, auto restart functions, control blocking and overheat shutdown and monolithic heater. In terms of functionality, appearance and price, this device can be called one of the best electric convectors for the home.

Timberk TEC.E0X M 1500

Great budget convector, in which there is nothing superfluous. The main feature is availability monolithic heating element, which allows for the most efficient heating. In addition, the device is equipped with a function rollover shutdown and clothes dryer. Judging by user reviews, this inexpensive and effective model simply has no drawbacks.

Hyundai H-HV2-15-UI566

Not a convector, but a work of art - this will become a real decoration of the room, and not just a source of warmth. In addition, it is powerful, has waterproof housing, switches off when overheated, but the main feature is the presence humidifier. Among the minuses only a large number of operating modes.

Electrolux ECH/AG-2000MFR

If you need to heat large space, then you will need a powerful convector, like this one. It’s nice that it’s not very expensive, which was achieved thanks to the use of mechanical controls and the absence of unnecessary functions. This model cannot be called primitive: it is equipped waterproof housing, dust filter and multifunctional air purification system. There is also a shutdown when overheating occurs. Users praise the model for its quietness and efficient operation, but a convector is more suitable for those who need to heat a fairly large area (about 20 m2).

Polaris PCH 1502

One of the cheapest convectors in our review. There is nothing superfluous in it, so you won’t have to overpay for unnecessary functions. The power is average, the control is mechanical (but reliable), the model is equipped waterproof housing and in case of overheating it turns off. It’s even somehow indecent to find fault with a device with such a price, but users do not criticize this model - there are only positive reviews.

Timberk TEC.E5 M 1000

This model captivates with its non-standard design and low price. The convector is ideal for heating small rooms, has waterproof housing and simple controls. It operates without much noise, can be mounted on a wall (like all other models described, by the way), and consumes electricity economically. There is nothing to complain about.

Noirot Spot E-5 1500

Noirot is the largest French manufacturer of heating equipment, which guarantees highest quality, therefore the prices for the products are quite high. This heater is no different in function from most others, but its trump cards include excellent build quality, noiselessness and high operating efficiency, full compliance with the declared characteristics.

A correctly chosen convector allows you to quickly warm up a room; it can even be used as an independent heat source, but then the electricity bills will be higher.

Many people own country houses. Of course, they live there in the spring and summer time when space heating is not required. But sometimes you need to be there in winter, which immediately raises the question of creating comfortable conditions for even a temporary stay in the house.

Do in private homes capital heating not always within the owner's means. Large investments are required in materials and in paying specialists. And buying fuel every year can be difficult. Home owners found a way out of this situation by installing electric convectors for heating.

In the modern heating market in Europe and our country, there is increasing interest in systems electric heating. Not only owners of private houses, but also residents apartment buildings often buy on winter period convectors, because centralized system cannot always cope with the job of creating the desired temperature in the home. Sometimes buying an electric convector is the only way for residents not to freeze during the cold season.

To purchase convectors you need to know the weight useful information, to buy economical type a device that will work most effectively to maintain the microclimate in an apartment or house.

You should immediately pay attention to the fact that the use of this type of heating will take away from family budget significant amounts of money. This type of heating can be considered as a temporary or additional option to the main view. Sometimes it is preferred if it is not possible to install another quality system heating

If you take into account how much money needs to be spent on capital heating, then, having estimated the amount in your mind and divided it by the number of months, and then years, it turns out that heating with electric convectors moves into the range of acceptable. Reviews indicate low costs when working in economy mode.

The benefits of heating a house with convectors

• The preparation of a special project and its approval by services is eliminated, which saves significant money and time.
• Installation is simple and quick; in fact, no installation is required, you just need to connect the convector to the network. Some models (inside the floor and baseboards) require preparatory work.
• The electric heating device is very easy to use and does not require constant maintenance technical condition in working condition.
• Silent and safe work device. Shift clicks are minimal and barely perceptible to the human ear.
• The room is heated very quickly; in just twenty minutes a person will feel the room warming up.
• Some convectors are equipped with modern thermostats, allowing you to choose optimal mode heating, and thereby produce significant savings for the owner.
• Low estimated cost of purchase, installation and connection compared to other systems.
• The humidity of the microclimate in the room is not disturbed due to the fact that the closed heating elements inside the device do not dry the air and do not burn out oxygen. When heated, harmful gases and substances are not released.
• With proper, gentle operation, the service life of the purchased convector can reach 20 years.

To increase the efficiency of retaining heated air and preventing it from escaping outside, insulate window and door openings and the walls of the building.

The disadvantages of electric convectors include

Requirements for convectors

• the device must have a tubular or monolithic type heater;
• the convector must have an electronically controlled thermostat to protect against overheating;
• an automatic shutdown switch must be installed when tipping over;
• It is desirable to have two mounting options, on the floor and on the wall;
• Sometimes a remote control, a display and an operation timer will be useful.

Using convector heating at home

The operation of the unit is in the passage of cold air masses through the heating element and increasing temperature. Further, the air simply rises, warming the atmosphere in the room. Some types of appliances are equipped with fans that help improve air circulation in the room and speed up the heating process.

To increase the air temperature, a high-resistance heating element made of ceramic and hidden in a metal casing is used.

Install electric convector on the walls or floor. If necessary, the device can be easily moved within the length of the wire, for which special wheels are provided on the bottom panel.

Large convectors are placed on the walls and floor, and small ones near the baseboard.

Types of convectors with electrical connection:

• wall mounted appliances;
• floor convectors;
• built-in devices in floor niches;
• plinth units.

Wall types usually have great power. The place for their location is carefully chosen, since reweighing them if the placement is unsuccessful is problematic. Very efficient and do not take up much usable floor space. The disadvantages include the fact that the air enters the middle height of the room and rises; the floor in this case remains cold, so they are placed on the wall as low as possible.

Floor convectors for heating a house, they usually use low power, but due to their low location, they heat the air in the room faster. They move well to different parts of the room.

Floor recessed Home convectors have recently been in great demand for heating. They are mobile placed in special niches that are prepared in advance. Making these changes requires additional funds, but the room heats up quickly and saves space in small rooms.

Skirting convectors They produce low power, but by purchasing, for example, two of them, you can warm up the room as completely as possible. They are installed in the area of ​​the baseboard, and their height varies up to 15–20 cm. A warm mass of air flows on the floor, causing a feeling of warmth to occur immediately after switching on. Reviews about the use of this type of convectors are positive.

Types of thermostats

Using thermostats, the convector turns on and off at the appropriate time and regulates the degree of heating. To save money and reduce energy consumption for home heating, their set to operating mode when, in the absence of the owners of the house, the air heating is carried out in a gentle mode or is turned off completely. By the time people return home, the thermostat gives a command to increase operation and the air in the room becomes comfortable.

The thermostat can be mechanical or electronic in design.

The mechanical type is reliable and reduces the cost of the convector, but is inconvenient to operate. It cannot withstand the set temperature and consumes additional electricity. Its operation is accompanied by quite loud clicks, which is unacceptable at night.

Electronic thermostat significantly outperforms its mechanical counterpart, but has a high cost. The error in maintaining a given temperature is minimal, one might say zero.

Contributes to a slight reduction in energy consumption, equipped with the ability to control using a remote control. Its arsenal includes a number of modes of use that will help create comfortable or economical heating conditions, allow you to work in automatic mode and allow you to set a climate designed to ensure that nothing in the room freezes in the absence of a person.

The work is carried out in silent mode, rare clicks in volume resemble the ticking of a clock. Expensive mechanical options, but the ease of use pays for all the costs and causes rave reviews.

Convectors for heating a private house

Convectors are available with three types of heaters:

• tubular type with aluminum fins;
• needle-shaped;
• monolithic elements.

Tubular heating element is a steel tube in which a nichrome filament is installed. The cavity is filled with a special backfill with high thermal conductivity and serves as a heat insulator.

Aluminum fins, which are located on the tube, enhance the convection of air flows and provide enhanced heat transfer. Such an element heats up much lower than, for example, a needle element, which contributes to a long operating time without failure. A very economical option.

Some models are splash-proof and can be installed in rooms with high humidity, such as bathrooms. The disadvantage is crackling during operation due to uneven expansion of the tube material and aluminum when heated.

Needle type heaters consists of a plate of non-conducting material. It has a heating filament made of chromium and nickel on both sides. The thread is covered with a layer of insulating varnish. Heating and cooling of the plate with the thread occurs in one mode. The movement of heated air flows in convectors with needle heating elements occurs due to the design of the housing.

The plate with thread has no protection from moisture at all and is used only in rooms with a dry climate. Such needle-type convectors are not durable. They are produced several times less often than tubular and monolithic ones; they are not in particular demand among the population and cause not entirely flattering reviews.

Monolithic heating elements in the convector design are sold out quite quickly due to their operational efficiency. They work silently, since the edges on the element are monolithic and expand as one.

The structure of an electric convector

These devices have a fairly simple structure. Hermetically sealed inside closed chamber heat exchange, a heating element of a certain type is mounted. Heat exchanger material allows you to quickly transfer heat to the surrounding space. Camera with heating element enclosed in a decorative frame, which is designed for installation on the floor or for mounting to a wall.

The housing has lattice windows through which warm air is supplied to the room, and the casing is made in such a way that it does not allow parts of the body to be burned when it comes into contact with the device. Mechanical or electronic control elements are installed on the front panel; the latter type has a touch window.

Heating will always be in demand. A convective heater, or, more simply, a convector, is one of the most common types of such devices. The operating principle of such devices is based on the physical process of the same name - convection, when a warm air flow rises upward.

The convector works as follows: ambient air is drawn in through the intake chamber; it then passes through the internal heating element; then through special holes on the radiator body it goes up. As the air cools, it drops again, and the process repeats ad infinitum, or until you unplug the plug.

Features of the technology

First, let’s figure out which electric convector is better than another and why, that is, we’ll outline the main characteristics that you need to pay attention to Special attention before the purchase. Everything else - color, appearance and placement method - is not critical, and here you can simply rely on your personal preferences.

Power

This indicator is calculated quite simply. Each kilowatt of radiator power covers approximately 15 square meters of living space. The formula works provided that the height of your walls does not exceed the 3-meter mark. Beyond these limits, you need to add 10% power every 10 centimeters of height. Economical electric convectors, that is, low-power ones, for big house or a large apartment will be simply useless, because they will not heat the existing square meters, so you shouldn’t get carried away with such “savings”.

overheat protection

In addition to overheating, there may also be some design features that protect the device from tipping over or freezing. Such additions are extremely important if you are going to purchase an electric convector for a summer house or private home, that is, where regular check radiator is not always possible.

Thermostat

Thermostats can be either electrical or mechanical. The first is distinguished by its accuracy and almost silent operation, and also copes well with maintaining the selected temperature mode. The second significantly loses in accuracy, but is much cheaper and less picky about voltage changes in the network, as well as more durable. Which electric convector is better in this or that case is up to you to decide: if you have a stable 220 V or a good stabilizer, go with electrics, in other cases it’s better to go with mechanics. Otherwise, you risk being left in a cold room due to a burnt-out thermostat.

The best devices

For a more visual picture, let’s make a rating of electric convectors, which includes popular and most intelligent models from different manufacturers. Members of the list have a large number of positive reviews from users and have received awards at specialized exhibitions more than once.

1. "Neurot Spot" E-3 1000.
2. "Nobo" C4F 20 XSC "Viking".
3. "Timberk" TEC PF8 LE 1000 IN.
4. "Ballu Plaza" BEP/E-1000.
5. "Timberk" TEC.PS1 LE 1500 IN.
6. "Electrolux" ECH/AG-1500EF.
7. "Skul" SC HT HM1 1000W.
8. "Atlantic Bonjour" 1000W.
9. "Roda Deluxe" X 2.0 EVNA-2.0/230S2M.

Let's look at each participant in more detail.

Noirot Spot E-3 1000

The wall-mounted electric convector from Noirot has an efficiency of 90% and 1 kW of power. The model is the best option for use in rooms with an area of ​​10-15 m2. The convector was distinguished by its rapid heating of the main element and minimal impact on the air.

Despite the fact that the device is supplied to us from Europe, where the voltage in the network is clearly more stable than the domestic one, the automatic equipment of the Noirot electric convector is capable of withstanding strong fluctuations. It should also be noted that the model can remember its current state: if the electricity is turned off, the parameters are not lost and there is no need to configure anything again.

In addition, smart automation will save you a lot of time and offer several modes to choose from, and the latter are not just for show, but actually work as they should and help well.

Advantages of the model:

• good efficiency indicator;
• economical device for heated footage;
• reliable and attractive design;
• many settings and automatic modes;
• overheat protection;
• silent unit.

No deficiencies found.

The estimated cost is about 6,000 rubles.

Nobo C4F 20 XSC Viking

This wall-mounted model is included in the rating of electric convectors due to its practicality. The device is twice as powerful as its previous analogue and copes perfectly with an area of ​​up to 30 m2. The model is powerful, but silent and reaches operating modes within 60 seconds.

Oxygen combustion is practically eliminated thanks to the clever aluminum fins of the radiator. Therefore, you will not experience any discomfort when heating due to mixed odors. Despite the fact that this is an electric convector with a mechanical thermostat, the model has fairly fine control settings. The only negative, which is more than compensated by all the advantages, is the price.

Pros of the model:

• large working heating area;
• almost instant heating (less than a minute);
• presence of overheating protection;
• with high precision adjustment;
• convenient wall mounting mechanism;
• reliable and durable design.

• the cost of the device is high for domestic consumers.

The approximate price is about 12,000 rubles.

Timberk TEC PF8 LE 1000 IN

This is a 1 kW electric wall convector from Timberk. The model is distinguished by its good resistance to voltage surges in the network, and this is in the presence of a very precise electronic thermostat. Here you can add excellent moisture resistance of the structure and an extremely attractive appearance.

The device is able to heat a room with an area of ​​10-13 m2. The indicator is not the best, but for small apartments quite enough. The model is equipped with an LED display, has a control panel, and in general, looks great in any environment. As a plus, you can add two heating modes - “autumn” and “winter”, which means that the room can be heated, and not heated, if there is such a need.

Advantages of the model:

• ultra-precise electronic thermostat;
• reliable protection against voltage surges;
• overheat protection;
• two heating modes;
• the design is protected from moisture according to class IPx24;
• exclusive and extremely attractive appearance;
• LED display with remote control.

Flaws:

• small heating area.

The estimated cost is about 5,000 rubles.

Ballu Plaza BEP/E-1000

The kilowatt model included in our rating of electric convectors has a scrupulous and well-thought-out design along with a high efficiency rate. Guests will receive the device sooner plasma TV on wheels than a regular heater.

It has ten automatic operating modes, several heating programs, and a very useful “anti-freeze” function that will allow you to maximize all the capabilities of the unit. In its class (floor type) it is one of best models, which will ideally heat an area of ​​up to 15 m2.

It should also be noted that the Ballu convector is silent, and the heating element is made of aluminum, which has the best effect on the oxygen space of the room. The heater can be controlled both from the control panel and from the remote control.

Pros of the model:

• high-quality aluminum heating element;
• a large number of automatic operating modes;
• high efficiency rate;
• control from a remote control;
• silent unit.

• The buttons on the case are “wooden”, so you can only control it normally using the remote control.

Approximate price - about 4000 rubles.

Timberk TEC.PS1 LE 1500 IN

Another floor-mounted electric convector, distinguished for its manufacturability. The model will not only efficiently heat an area of ​​15-20 m2, but will also add fresh air with its built-in ionizer. Using an electronic thermostat, you can set the necessary, and most importantly, accurate settings.

In addition, floor-standing electric convectors of the LE series have an express heating mode, which allows you to heat the entire room to the desired temperature in a matter of minutes. If you are an economical person and frost-resistant, then you can enable the appropriate economy option and maintain a comfortable temperature while paying noticeably less on bills.

It is also worth noting that a convector can be called, to some extent, a universal household appliance. Additional equipment for this series is sold on the brand’s shelves - a humidifier and a heated towel rail, so for small apartments where every meter counts perfect option, and with a very affordable price tag for the available characteristics.

Advantages of the model:

• pleasing to the eye appearance;
• presence of an air ionizer;
• electronic thermostat with the highest possible (for this type of equipment) accuracy;
• modern heating element;
• two heating modes;
• There is a convenient shutdown timer with a daily scale.

Flaws:

• When changing modes, distinct and frightening clicks are heard.

Estimated cost is about 4000 rubles.

Electrolux ECH/AG-1500EF

The one and a half kilowatt electric convector from Electrolux copes well with rooms up to 15 m2. The floor heater is equipped with a system of protective screens, so you can move it, even in intensive modes, without fear of burning your hands. The convector body heats up 20 percent less than its competitors, and reaches operating heating modes in just over a minute, which is also a good indicator in its class.

The Electrolux electric convector practically does not dry out the air space of the room, is frost-resistant and has a high efficiency rate, as well as being economical. The model cannot be called expensive, looking at the available characteristics, so we can recommend it to anyone.

Pros of the model:

• the element heats up quickly and starts working (about a minute);
• cute and versatile appearance;
• practically does not dry the air in the room;
• economical unit for its class;
• high efficiency rate.

• the manufacturer slightly overestimated the rated heating area (about 13 m2 instead of 15).

Approximate price - about 4500 rubles.

Scoole SC HT HM1 1000W

Despite the fact that this is a model from the budget segment, it easily and efficiently copes with an area of ​​up to 20 m2. Some analogues from the premium segment cannot cope with this. The main feature here is the micathermic radiator, which allows you to reach operating temperature in a matter of seconds.

Stainless steel tapes are used as heating elements in the convector, thanks to which the cost of the entire device is significantly reduced. This “filling” is less reliable, but for temperate climate zones, where winters are not so cold, it is quite suitable, because the equipment will not be used all year round.

Advantages of the model:

• very fast set of operating temperature;
• attractive and versatile appearance;
• impressive heating area for a kilowatt;
• accurate and reliable bimetallic mechanical thermostat;
• a more than affordable price tag for the available characteristics.

Flaws:

• Stainless steel as a main element is less reliable than aluminum.

Estimated cost is about 2000 rubles.

Atlantic Bonjour 1000W

Unlike the previous model, this budget electric Atlantic convector is equipped with a heating element with a significantly increased service life. In addition, the heater operates almost silently and hardly dries out the air.

It is also worth noting that the model meets all modern safety protocols for this type of equipment: there is protection against overheating and freezing of the main elements, the case is protected from moisture and is protected by automatic shutdown if dropped. In this regard, the heater fully complies with European standards.

The fly in the ointment here is the heating area - about 10 m2. Yes, the figure is modest, but for small bedroom or kitchen - a completely worthy option. In addition, the price tag for the model is very attractive for the available characteristics.

Convector advantages:

• high-quality heating of the room;
• fast start;
• all safety protocols for this type of equipment are observed;
• pleasing to the eye appearance;
• democratic price tag.

• modest heating area.

Approximate price - about 2000 rubles.

Roda Delux X 2.0 EVNA-2.0/230S2M

If you are looking for an inexpensive convective type heater that can work in a very aggressive environment (large bathroom, loggia, etc.), then Roda Delux is great option. An electric spatial thermostat will allow you to set the temperature as accurately as possible desired temperature, and two kilowatts of power will easily heat a room up to 30 m2.

The model is reliably protected from moisture, so you can safely place it either in the bathroom or in the pool - the case will adequately cope with increased moisture. In addition, the temperature of the external elements will never rise above 60 degrees, so they simply cannot get burned. The price tag for the model is also not bad and is quite acceptable for the average domestic consumer.

Advantages of the model:

• excellent protection of the case from moisture;
• heating an impressive area (up to 30 m2);
• high-precision electric thermostat;
• the case is reliably protected from overheating;
• attractive and versatile design.

Flaws:

• in some cases (depending on environment) dries out the air greatly.

Estimated cost is about 3500 rubles.

Summarizing

As mentioned above, before choosing a convective heater and paying your hard-earned money to the cash register, be sure to take into account three main parameters - power, thermostat type and protection class.

You should not take a two-kilowatt device into small room. Firstly, you will get away with such power, and secondly, you will spend quite a small amount of money on paying electricity bills. Of course, there should be a margin of footage, but no more than 2 or 3 square meters.

As for thermostats, you definitely need to look at the quality of your wiring. In old houses or dachas, it is better to take mechanical devices or take care of a good stabilizer so as not to throw away money every month on heater repairs. If everything is normal with the voltage in the network, then choose any model with electrical “stuffing”.

Well, the situation with protection is clear - the more there is, the better. For dachas and dilapidated housing, this point is especially relevant. It would also be useful to take into account maximum temperature housing, if there are small children in the house who strive to touch and taste everything.