How to choose a convector for your home?

14
Dec
Today convectors have become very popular. Not only do they work very quietly and do not take up much space, but they also look very aesthetically pleasing.
However, they are not only beautiful and compact, but also effective. These devices are perfect for both apartments and offices.
We hope this article will answer all your questions about how to choose the right convector heater, taking into account all the features you need.
How does a convection heater work?
The operation of the device is based on the fact that hot and cold air have different densities. Therefore, heavier air with a lower temperature accumulates closer to the floor, and warm air, being lighter, rises to the ceiling.
In the design of any convector there are two slots: one at the top, the other at the bottom. They are designed to allow air of different temperatures to pass through.
So, the operation of the device is simple: cold air enters the device through the bottom slot, is heated by the heating element, becomes lighter, passes through the top slot and reaches the ceiling.
This type of heater has a simple design.
Inside the metal case, which is small in width, there is a heating element powered by the mains.
The heating temperature is regulated by a thermostat, the button of which is located on the external panel. The body uses metal with a thickness of 0.8 millimeters.

You can find the following convector models:
- By fuel type
- electric convector;
- gas convector.
- By installation type
- floor type – can be up to forty-five centimeters high;
- wall-mounted – exactly the same principle as floor-mounted;
- By type of control:
- mechanical control;
- electronic control; (with programming).
Convectors are installed in two ways:
- on the floor
- on the wall.
There are many models that have both installation options. They have wheels and a handle to move around the floor.
But the heaters are mounted on the wall with special brackets. Thanks to this, wall-mounted models do not take up additional space in the room. In addition, they can fit well into modern interior design.

How a convector works: gas and electric
Before we figure out which convector to choose, let’s first find out how each of them works and what is needed for it:
Electric convector
As a rule, a convector is used as an additional source of heat in a room, and the dimensions of the convector must take into account the volume of the room.
Using an electric convector brings with it some significant advantages, but also some disadvantages, as we will see below:
pros
- Provides quick heating of the room.
- Fairly silent
- Thanks to its slim shape and ergonomic design, it does not take up much space.
- Installation or relocation is very easy.
- Relatively economical in energy consumption
Minuses
- Air heated by a convector, especially a floor-mounted one, cools down very quickly if the device is turned off.
- Unlike other heating devices (for example, a radiator), it does not distribute heat oscillatingly, but only in one direction.
- Can reduce indoor humidity and create dry air, to avoid this, we recommend that you install a humidifier.
- House wiring may require modifications to power the convector.
Gas convector
pros
- A gas convector consumes less than a boiler, and this greatly helps in saving significant funds from those allocated to monthly gas bills. For example, a convector with a rated power of 5 kW can heat a room with an area of 45 m² at a height of 2.5 meters.
- Another advantage that is worth considering is the fact that in the case of a convector there is no risk of water freezing in the installation, unlike with a boiler, where such a situation can occur and lead to rupture of pipes and damage to the boiler.
- Finally, the last advantage is aesthetic. The gas convector is designed in such a way that it does not take up much space. This also gives you the opportunity to plan the expansion of your heating system according to your budget. For example, you can start by installing a gas convector in one room, and then add a water heating system or extend the heating system to other rooms.
Minuses
- One of the biggest disadvantages of using a convector is the need to install a chimney.
- Installation is relatively expensive compared to an electric convector.
- Consists of several elements.
- You cannot install it in an apartment.
- It is necessary to obtain documents from the natural gas supplier.

Tips for choosing a convector
When choosing a convector heater, consider the following features:
- Power in watts – the heating surface also depends on this – selected depending on the size of the heated room.
As a rule, 1 kW of power heats 10 m2. A convector with a power of 2 kW or 2000 W will, at best, heat a room with an area of 20 m2, if you have no heat loss and if the ceiling height does not exceed 2.7 m.
- heating element type – as for the heating element, if you have a choice, take a heater with a cast monolithic heating element – it will last longer and work more efficiently.
- device dimensions – when inspecting the device, pay attention to its dimensions, especially its height. After all, it determines how fast the air will move.
For example, low convectors with a height of only 60 centimeters can ensure very rapid movement of air masses and, accordingly, warm up the room faster.
It is also important how heavy the device is – after all, during use you may need to carry it from one place to another.
- operational safety – the heater must be as safe as possible. Strictly speaking, convectors are the safest heating devices.
After all, their body heats up only to 60 degrees, no more, and therefore will not leave burns. Parents of small children prefer models where the body has rounded corners and smooth outlines.
Grounding is not required for convectors, and they can withstand voltage drops with flying colors.
Additional features – among the additional features that a good convector has, the following can be noted:
- The temperature regulator is very convenient. If it’s warm outside, you can turn it down a little, and in severe frost you can set it to maximum.
- The thermostat will allow you to constantly maintain the most comfortable temperature in the room.
- The timer will make it possible to turn on the heating element for a certain time, after which the shutdown device will operate. This opportunity is good to use in the evening, before bed.
- The built-in ionizer absorbs dust, saturating the air with negative ions. It is very good for health. In a room with such a microclimate, you sleep better and work more productively.
- The remote control and timer will allow you not to get out from under a warm blanket in the morning to warm up the room.
- Rollover protection is a very important feature, especially if you have playful animals or restless children in your home.

Remember these three rules:
- Each convector type heater will dry the air in the room. There is simply no other option, based on the operating principle. The maximum that can help: a container of water for evaporation or a humidifier
- Since the air is constantly moving during convection, dust will move along with it. Over time, it will accumulate between the tiles. If the seller says that “only this model” of the convector does not accumulate dust, do not listen to these tales and call another consultant
- Any electric heater is close to 100 percent efficient. Therefore, do not think that only this model stubbornly pushed by the seller can provide such efficiency.
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