Just a few dozen years ago, you could only dream that in the cool season on the street you could rest in warmth and with comfort. But with the invention of street gas heaters everything has changed, and we are no longer surprised by the tempting opportunity to arrange a family picnic in the fresh air on a windy autumn day.
What is a gas heater for the street, how does it work and what advantages does it have? Let's find out.
Features of gas heaters for cottages
The principle of operation of such heaters is very simple, it is based on infrared radiation. The burner emitter, heating when the gas is supplied to a certain temperature, begins to emit infrared waves. They, in turn, contribute to the heating of all surrounding objects, which then gradually give their temperature to the air. As a result, in a diameter of 6-10 m around the heater will be warm, as under the summer sun.
The street gas heater itself can have the shape of a fungus or a pyramid. As for the design, its main elements are a stainless steel casing, a gas burner, a reflector (a reflector), a control system and a power regulator, as well as a gas cylinder and a gas supply hose. Some models, such as the street gas heater "Kroll", "Ballu" or "Outtrade", have a safety valve, built-in thermocouple and piezo-spark. And, of course, each such heater must have instructions for its use.
Advantages of gas street heaters
Those who have already acquired an infra-red heater for their country house or summer residence, are not without first-hand knowledge of its economy and efficiency. So, the obvious advantages of a street heater are as follows:
- mobility - the device can be used absolutely anywhere - in a gazebo , in a cafe or just in the middle of the street. Often, heaters are also used for industrial purposes - for drying grain or building surfaces, for warming up motors, etc .;
- localization of heat flow - allows you to heat not the whole area, but only the place where people are concentrated;
- Absence of ultraviolet radiation - makes the heater safe for humans in contrast to sunlight;
- a reasonable fuel consumption, at which 70% of the heat goes to directional radiation and only 30% - to heating the air;
- saving - practice shows that gas heating costs 35% less than electricity;
- Winds and drafts do not interfere with efficient space heating.
Choosing a street heater on gas
To choose the right gas heater, you need to be guided not only by the desired size and design. The efficiency of this device is influenced by other parameters.
The power of the heater is an important indicator. She talks about how many hours the heater can work without a break for a given cylinder capacity, and how much space it heats at the same time.
Pay attention to the safety parameters - for example, to the safety valve
Gas cylinders are likely to have to be bought separately. Therefore, it is better to take care of the availability of adapters to different cylinders in advance. By the way, it makes sense to purchase two cylinders at once - this will allow you to save a little money and finance, and your time.
Accessories for different models of gas street heaters also require attention. Many people buy a case to protect the heater from the weather, which is especially true in the autumn.