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In oil radiators, heated oil is used instead of water, which gives off heat to the radiator body, and it begins to heat the room. Such devices warm up, albeit for a relatively long time (20-30 minutes), but they do not cool down immediately. In addition, they are silent in operation and very affordable. This largely explains their popularity among buyers.
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1. Radiator Electrolux EOH / M-6221 (4790 rubles)
This appliance is suitable for those who want to warm their home as much as possible in winter, while saving on electricity. 11 sections with a power of 2,2 kW and a modern fast heating 2U-shaped element allow this model to heat even a large room up to 27 m2 in a fairly short time.
In addition, there is a choice of power (1 kW, 1,2 kW and 2 kW) and a self-shutdown function. At the same time, the radiator weighs 9,6 kg, which is slightly lighter than conventional 11-section models.
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2. Radiator Polaris PRE L 1125 (4490 rubles)
This heater is a real giant of its kind. Polaris PRE L 1125 delights customers with both 11 sections and a maximum power of 2,5 kW. True, according to the manufacturer, the area of the room of 20 m2 will be optimal for this model.
Like other heaters, Polaris PRE L 1125 has 3 modes of operation to maintain a comfortable temperature in the room – 1 kW, 1,5 kW and 2,5 kW. There is also an overheat protection function and the ability to quickly warm up. Of the additional advantages – a stylish black case and a long cord 1,84 m.
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3. Radiator Scarlett SC – OH67B03-9 (1700 rubles)
Scarlett SC-OH67B03-9 is a less powerful model compared to the previous ones. This device already has 9 sections, but it has as much as 2 kW of power, which allow you to warm up a room of 25 m2 well.
There are 3 operating modes – 0,8 kW, 1,2 kW and 2 kW. In addition, there are fast heating and auto-off functions for safety. Also, one of the advantages is the compactness of the model: 58,4 x 42 x 23,5 cm. For a 9-section oil cooler, this is very good.
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4. Radiator Electrolux EOH / M-6157 (2990 rubles)
Electrolux EOH / M-6157 is a 7-section radiator with a power of 1,5 kW. At the same time, thanks to the proprietary branded 2U-shaped heater, it does an excellent job with a room of 15 (like most analogues), and as much as 20 m2.
As in the previous paragraphs, this model also has three operating modes (0,6 kW, 0,9 kW and 1,5 kW), a separate temperature change knob and an auto-off sensor. In addition, the device has increased strength and resistance to mechanical damage.
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5. Electrolux EOH / M-6105 (2790 rubles)
The 5-section model Electrolux EOH / M-6105 is designed for small rooms up to 14 m2. Compactness allows you to install this radiator in almost any corner without much interference. In addition, its relatively low weight (5,7 kg) makes it quite light compared to other oil coolers.
The maximum power of the device is 1 kW. At the same time, Electrolux EOH / M-6105 can operate in 3 power modes – 0,4 kW, 0,6 kW or 1 kW.
Advantages and disadvantages
How to choose an oil heater
What should I look for when choosing the best oil heater?
Price
The price of oil coolers is affordable for everyone. This is largely why this type of heater is by far the most popular among buyers. The cost depends on the number of sections that are in the device.
The simplest oil heater will cost you only a thousand rubles. A more serious model will cost about 4-5 thousand rubles.
Security
Experts do not recommend using oil coolers for more than 6 hours in a row. At the same time, it is believed that the level of safety for this type of heater is quite high. All heating elements are hidden inside, and the outer shell is heated to a temperature of no more than 60 degrees. When touched, a serious burn, of course, will not occur, but unpleasant sensations cannot be avoided.
Despite this, do not cover the device with clothing – this can cause overheating or even a fire. It is better to place the device at a safe distance from flammable substances.
Heating area
The higher the power and the more sections the radiator has, the larger the room it can heat. Basically, the number of sections ranges from 5 to 14. At the same time, narrow sections heat up faster and give off heat to the room. But do not forget that the smaller the size of the sections, the more there will be – this will affect the dimensions.
On average, about 10 kW of power is needed to heat 1 square meters of area. Manufacturers, in principle, do not produce radiators with a capacity of more than 3 kW. To heat larger rooms, you will need several copies. Usually, 6-8 sections are enough for an average room.
Noise level
Oil radiators are distinguished by their noiselessness, which makes them suitable for almost any room, whether it is a nursery, a bedroom or an office. True, in some cases, an obsessive sound can be emitted by additional features of the device, but more on that below.
Installation specifics
By type of installation, there are several types of oil coolers. Which type is better? It all depends on the specifics of the room where you want to install the device.
There are three types of oil coolers most commonly used:
- Wall mounted. They are economical in terms of electricity consumption.
- The floor. The most popular among buyers due to their mobility – with the help of special wheels they can be moved around the entire area of uXNUMXbuXNUMXbthe room.
- Desktop. On the contrary, the least popular of oil coolers due to the low level of heat transfer.
Additional features
Certain models of oil coolers are equipped with a fan that blows warm, heated air around the room. True, this creates an unpleasant noise during operation.
In addition, some manufacturers install humidifiers in their models. Such devices are especially relevant in cold weather, when the air outside becomes much drier, because any heater, even the most modern one, dries it even more.
Also, almost all models are equipped with an auto-off sensor, and many also have delayed start functions.
Buyer’s checklist when choosing an oil heater
- First of all, you need to pay attention to the number and size of sections. The more of them, the larger the area the device can heat. In this case, small sections warm up faster. For an average room with an area of 15-20 m2, 5-9 sections with a power of 1,5-2 kW will be enough.
- If it is important for you that the room is warm, but the air is not too dry, be sure to choose an oil cooler with a humidifier. Often this will be a separate metal container for evaporating water. It can be easily removed if desired. Such models will be slightly more expensive, but they will have a double effect.
- If you choose an oil cooler for a child’s room, pay attention to appliances with a plastic casing. Such a “cover” will not allow the baby to get burned. True, it must be borne in mind that such a casing will slow down the process of moving heated air.
- In no case should you use an oil cooler in a bathroom or other room with high humidity – they are not intended for this. Otherwise, you can get a serious electric shock.