How to choose a safe infrared heater

6 criteria for choosing a safe infrared heater

Infrared heaters have taken their place on store shelves and in the Internet space. Dozens of companies offer infrared panels as economical electric heating. The experience of using heaters of the "UFO" type makes you think about the effect of infrared radiation on the human body and about the right choice of a safe infrared heater.

When choosing a safe infrared heater, consider the following characteristics:

THE TEMPERATURE OF THE HEATING ELEMENT

We pay attention only to long-wave heaters with a heating element temperature not higher than 300 degrees.

TYPE OF HEATING ELEMENT

Choose IR panels only with a closed heating element. The heater must not be visible or in contact with air. Electric heaters with a closed heater do not dry the air, do not emit unpleasant odors.

DESIGN, QUALITY OF MATERIALS AND ASSEMBLY

Metal thickness. If we are talking about heating panels, the thickness of the metal should be at least 0.85 mm – 1.00 mm, so that the heater does not crack when heating and cooling.

Metal painting. There must be an internal and external color of the body.

Quality of the ceramic plate. If we are talking about infrared ceramic panels, pay attention to the smoothness of the surface and its structure. Good ceramic plate – glossy, without inclusions, pits and other defects. Roughness and unevenness can be easily detected by running your hand over the plate.

Binder material. It is necessary to have a special eco-friendly solution, which is filled with the heating element. It is UNACCEPTABLE that the heater is fixed with cement, bitumen, terminals or even worse with construction tape – do not be surprised, you have seen this!

PACKAGING. Packaging affects the integrity of the heater during transport. A manufacturer who values their product will prepare a decent "wrapper" for it. Strong packaging is made of three-layer corrugated cardboard, with internal retainers or foam for the integrity of the electric heater during transportation.

Main characteristics when choosing a high-quality and safe infrared heater

1. The temperature of the heating element, respectively, the wavelength

2. Type of heating element.

3. Metal thickness.

4. Metal painting.

5. Quality of the ceramic plate (for ceramic heaters).

6. Binding material inside the heater."