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If there is a restricted air flow through a heater, yes a heater can get hot enough to start a fire.
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How much heat does fire have?
Fire, all fire, every fire consists of 3 things: Heat, Fuel & Oxygen. When all 3 are together in the right mix you have fire, if one or more elements is not sufficient then you cannot have fire. You therefore need as much heat as necessary along with the fuel & oxygen to maintain the fire. The specific answer is that the balance of the 3 must be correct. Quantifying that, however, is a different matter.
Why does an overloaded electric circuit catch fire?
An overloaded electric circuit does not catch fire. The overload protection of the circuit trips the circuit open before this condition could start. An electrical overload is the build up of heat over a certain period of time. This heat build up is not hot enough nor fast enough to ignite any surrounding combustible material. Once the current level in the conductor reaches the trip point of the over current device the circuit opens. This reduces any heat that was generated, which is well below the combustion point of any regular surrounding materials, there by avoiding any fire threat.
How likely could an electric oven start a fire if left on?
Since an electric oven is designed for long periods of being hot I would guess quite unlikely. There could be a higher electricity bill than usual however.
Which is hotter an electric fire or a light bulb?
An electric fire has a wattage of between 1 and 3 kw depending on the model - a light bulb can be anywhere between 40 and 120w.So an electric fire is a lot hotter.Another AnswerIf, by 'hotter', are referring to temperature, then lamps operate at a far higher temperature than an electric fire (white hot vs red hot!). If, by hotter, you are referring to the amount of energy consumed, then electric fires win!
Application of electric bell?
it is used in fire alarm .
How are electric heaters and fireplaces different?
One causes heat by fire & the other light?
What sort of fire risks do electric wall heaters pose?
There are many risks related to electric wall heaters. If a fire is started in a wall, it is much more likely to cause considerable damage. A wall heater makes these fires much more likely.
Why we Don't place electric heaters near combustible materials?
You should refrain from putting electric heaters near combustible materials because heat emitted from the heater is capable of causing the combustible material to blow up or catch fire.
Energy Efficient Electric Heaters?
When it comes to heaters, electric versions have not had the best reputations in the past. They have been known for sucking electric and being major fire hazards. Thankfully, for the most part, those days are over. The newer versions of electric heaters that have been put on the market are a very energy efficient way to heat your home or office. Furthermore, thanks to quality standards that have been majorly changed in recent years, electric heaters are no longer as risky to use indoors as long as you follow safe using guidelines.
What are the benefits of edenpure heaters?
Edenpure heaters have several advantages. The heaters are more economical and save you money on electric bills. They are also more fire resistant than other heaters. Because they are infrared heaters these heaters do not produce harmful fumes into the air of your home and allow the air in your home to retain some of its natural humidity instead of having air that is dry and parched.
Aldi's has a crofton electric heater that looks like a small woodstove Info. please?
R the heaters / stoves/ fire metal and weight
Can electric wall heaters increase the risk of fire in the household?
Any electric appliance can increase fire risk and more so in case of electric wall heater, if proper precautions are not taken. If the wiring and insulation is of good quality and if safety devices like ELCB and MCB are placed in the circuit then fire risk can be completely avoided.
What types of space heaters can I get?
space heaters may use natural gas or propane, but they are most commonly electric. space heaters may use natural gas or propane, but they are most commonly electric. Modern electric space heaters usually have ceramic heating elements rather than nichrome wires, and are fan-forced with a blower or squirrel-cage fan. These distribute heat much more evenly, and allow them to be encased in plastic, nearly eliminating the chance of burns or fire. Mine is electric. Inside is oil that it heated by the electricity and then circulated out by a fan and vent. Looks like a mini version of an old time range.
Can a car overheat enough to start on fire?
Yeah deffiantly
What are the main home uses for an electric hot water heater?
Electric hot water heater is used to heat cold water for use in winters. Electric hot water heaters heat water faster than the ones which consume fire in order to heat water.
Why you should avoid placing electric cords under the carpet?
because it will start a fire
Can carbon start a fire?
Yes, but only when enough oxygen is available.
