Gas radiators are autonomous heating devices, the principle of operation of which is based on the operation of a recuperative heat exchanger. In it, the air is heated by the products of gas combustion. After they are removed through the chimney. The fuel for such devices can be natural or liquefied propane-butane gas. Combustion products in some models are removed by force, while in others - with the help of natural draft.
Overview of benefits
Gas radiators are good because they can be installed in almost any room, the area does not matter. The devices are compact. They can have a variety of designs, which allows the consumer to successfully fit the device into the interior. In each room, with the help of such units, you can set the desired temperature regime, because such a heating system is local and does not depend on adjacent rooms. Freezing you can not be afraid. The efficiency of some heaters is even better than boilers.
Overview of key features
Gas radiators can be installed by DIYers. The process is not complicated. You can buy such a heater at an affordable cost. The most budget offers start from 3,000 rubles. If you install about two or three convectors, it will cost less than installing a boiler of any type that has a heating system wiring.
Convectors provide for the need to comply with some safety measures, because the gas is explosive. And if you plan to use bottled fuel, then the economic effect of using such heating is reduced to zero. Gas radiators can only be useful where there is no electricity. And the very need to replace the cylinder with a frequency of up to four days can seem very tiring.
Review of several convector models: Hosseven HDU-3 DK
If you still don't know which bottled gas convector to buy, you can consider the HDU-3 DK model, the cost of which is 18,700 rubles. This equipment is used in premises for various purposes.
The removal of combustion products is provided through a coaxial pipe. The device works on both bottled and natural gas. The design provides for the presence of a cast-iron heat exchanger, which is resistant to corrosion and high temperatures. The thermostat allows you to maintain the temperature from 13 to 35 °C.
Key features of the model
The above-described gas convector on bottled gas has a capacity of 2.7 kW. It is mounted on the wall, and its weight is 22.8 kg. Overall dimensions are 470 x 635 x 270 mm. The thermostat is mechanical. The heating area is 27 m2.
Hosseven HDU-3V Fan Features Overview
An alternative solution from the Hosseven manufacturer is the HDU-3V Fan model, which you can purchase for 15,700 rubles. This device is mounted on the wall and is a heating device that can be used in rooms for various purposes, for example:
- in the office;
- in the garage;
- in the apartment;
- in stock.
The unit runs on bottled or natural gas. For quick and easy temperature adjustment, you can use the control panel, which is located on the front of the gas radiator. You can read the characteristics of this unit below. The built-in thermostat allows you to maintain and change a constant temperature. It varies from 13 to 35 °C.
The product has a closed combustion chamber and battery operated piezo ignition. Among the main positive features should be highlighted:
- management convenience;
- ease of installation;
- the presence of a fan in the design;
- coaxial chimney.
As for the ease of management, itprovided by the panel. Ease of installation is guaranteed by brackets. A hole must be made in the wall where the coaxial pipe is placed. It is through it that the removal of combustion products will be carried out. Before you make a purchase, you should read the gas radiator review. The described model is no exception.
It has a heat exchanger, which is made of steel and has special fins. This made it possible to achieve an increase in heat transfer and surface area. The device is supplemented with Italian fittings. The kit comes with a kit for switching to liquefied gas. The efficiency is 90%. Natural gas consumption is 0.28m3/h
Specifications
The capacity of the above convector is 2.7 kW. It weighs 13.4 kg and is wall mounted. The design provides for a mechanical thermostat. The overall dimensions of the body are 470 x 635 x 270 mm. The recommended heating area reaches 27 m2.
Review of the convector brand Alpine air NGS-50F AC-5F
This model of equipment has a coaxial pipe and costs 25,600 rubles. The heat in the room after turning on the unit spreads quite quickly thanks to the fan. The unit is made of durable materials, it has a cast-iron heat exchanger. This gas heating radiator is built into the wall. The device does not burn oxygen during operation and ensures safety during use.
Specificationsmodels
The power of the above radiator is 5 kW. It belongs to the NGS series and weighs 35 kg. The overall dimensions of the body are 600 x 230 x 630 mm. The recommended heating area reaches 50 m2. The design does not include a thermostat.
In closing
Convectors that use gas as fuel are great for those places where gas pipelines are connected. These include: warehouses, utility rooms, garages and cottages. Devices can work autonomously, the presence of a person is not required. However, it is better not to leave the equipment unattended for a long time.
Before purchasing a particular model, you need to calculate the power. Heating 1 m2 will require approximately 0.1 kW of power. This suggests that if you have a room with an area of 15 m22, then it will require a convector with a power of 1.5 kW. This is true if the ceiling height is not more than 2.8 m. It is also important to take into account the thickness of the walls, the outside temperature, the number of windows and the quality of the thermal insulation.
