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It depends on the size of the element in the heater. It should say what its rating is on the appliance. If there is no rating then the best way to work it out is to turn everything else off and see how much the electricity meter registers in one hour. If it is 2 kilowatts for instance then then the element is 2000 watts and you know it will use 2kw per hour. This assumes it won't be turned on and off by its thermostat which normally happens as it reaches it's final temperature.
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∙ 12y agoSpace heaters are considered energy hogs with very good reason. The smallest electric space heaters can use about 3,000 watts (about 10,000 BTUs per hour). Larger electric space heaters may use over 11,000 watts (about 40,000 BTUs per hour). Using space heaters instead of central heating may increase your overall energy costs for heating by about 70%.
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∙ 11y agoThe heating element in any electrical heater is just an electrical resistor. These can become crusted with time and should be replaced to ensure the quick heating of enclosed spaces which is what electrical heaters are specialised for.
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∙ 13y agoit uses chemical energy, kinetic energy and electrical energy
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∙ 12y agoElectric energy changes into heat energy
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Do water heaters use magnets?
Some of the water heaters uses magnets. Magnets softens the water.
How would you heat homes if all the fossil fuels run out?
there are many methods for heating homes. you could build a fire if you have a fire place. Also there are electric heaters. plus, there is a thing where you use geothermal energy were you drill deep into the earth and use the heat from there. i am sure there are many more ways to heat your house, but those are the only ones i can think of.
How scr can control the temperature for electric hot plate?
One way is to use a microcontroller with an output pen set up with hardware PWM into the scr, the scr then controls the heating element of the hotplate. A thermistor can be added for a control feedback loop.
What weather element do you use your eyes to measure?
sunshine
How is meitnerium used?
Meitnerium is an artificial chemical element and has not uses.
What type of power does a water heater use?
Gas, oil,electric,solar and I have even seen Bio mass water heaters.
What kind of source of energy does heater use?
Depends on the heater. You can have Electric heaters, propane heaters only to mention two.
Does a Bionaire electric fireplace heater use a lot of energy?
ALL electric heaters tend to use a lot of energy. You will need to look at the wattage for the heater in question. Despite some of the ads for different electric heaters, most have similar efficency.
What is the best paint to use for electric heaters?
High temperature, non-flammable.
What are devices that use electromagnets?
Motors Transformers Maglev trains Electric toothbrushes Induction heaters
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.
Which water heaters use the least electricity?
GE and Rheem both produce energy efficient water heaters. They each sell different sizes and models. Rheem produces tankless electric water heaters that are affordable and energy efficient.
Is there a heater for screened in porch in winter?
Yes, there are heaters specifically designed for screened-in porches that can help keep the space warm during winter. Options include electric heaters, propane heaters, infrared heaters, and radiant heaters. It's important to choose a heater that is suitable for outdoor use and meets safety requirements for enclosed spaces.
To made House use electric heater which element is better?
The best element to use is a 3 phase electric heater that has a guard over the element protecting you from brushing against the hot part and stopping the element from starting a fire if the heater is pushed element down onto the floor
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.
What are electric hot water heaters?
Electric water heaters are an appliance installed in your home to keep water warm, to be available when you shower or use hot water for washing dishes or laundry. These seem so common place today, but imagine 100 years ago when all water had to be heated on the stove before use!
Why not just use that energy consumed running the heat pump to run electric heaters inside the house and heat it directly that way?
Heat pump is more efficient. If you use electric heaters, 1 joule of electric energy will produce 1 joule of heat energy. If you use heat pumps, 1 joule of electric energy can pump several joules - perhaps up to 5 or 6, depending on the outside temperature, and the efficiency of the heat pump - of heat, from the outside to the inside.
