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2022-10-04
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2022-11-14Gas heating is one method of efficiently raising the temperature in larger spaces. Particularly in large-scale professional applications, it is important that the heat source not only generates adequate power and operates at a further range – it is also important what the body of the device is made of and how durable it will be under more demanding conditions.
Gas stove design
The invention of gas heating is associated with the invention of the Bunsen burner. A device of this type was created as early as the first half of the 19th century. It was based on a flame that heated the air nearby, which in turn then spread convectively – guaranteeing heat throughout the room.
Since then, this main principle of gas heating still often applies, although modern devices have introduced many improvements and safety features that affect the comfort of the heaters. Increased efficiency and a wider scale of operation of this type of product are also not insignificant.
How does the heater work?
With the help of a fan located at the rear of the device, the air is moved – first through the combustion chamber, where it is immediately heated to a high temperature, and then to further parts of the heater. After the successful combustion process, which takes place in the open chamber designed for it, the air is sucked in further by the fan and blown out of the device.
In this way, it spreads through the room, offering a comfortable temperature.
Energy+ gas heaters and battery system
An example of the introduction of a modern perspective on the issue of heaters is the improvement of them to function on a convenient battery system. The GRAPHITE brand is compatible with Energy+, an advanced method of powering tools with dedicated 18-volt lithium-ion batteries. The system offers a choice of capacity. For GRAPHITE brand gas heaters, 2 and 4 Ah batteries are dedicated (58G001, 58G004). The operating time on the batteries is up to 6 hours when using batteries with higher capacity.
Energy+ thus eliminates the need for trailing and inconvenient cables or the need to search for sources of local power. Above that, it also has a range of robust chargers that will quickly and efficiently power the batteries in use. The Energy+ system connects perfectly to devices that also function on fuel.
Assortment of gas heaters in the GRAPHITE brand
The GRAPHITE brand offers two models of heaters, differing in the power they generate – and thus in their application:
- Gas heater 15 kW, 18 V battery version, without battery 58GE100 GRAPHITE,
- 30 kW gas heater, 18 V battery version, without battery 58GE101 GRAPHITE
Both devices are characterized by propane/butane gas supply. They have safety features in the form of a function that protects the heater from overheating or fuel leakage. The more powerful model offers an airflow of as much as 500 m³ per hour, while the 15 kW model offers 320 m³ per hour. The units come with a pressure regulator and a 1.5-meter-long hose.
Where is it recommended to use gas heaters?
Due to the wide scale of operation and long range of the heaters, they are recommended for use especially in rooms with large areas, such as halls or warehouses. They will also be invaluable on construction sites or in renovated interiors that need to maintain elevated temperatures. Gas heaters are famous for their efficiency, thanks to their high outlet air temperature, which reaches – depending on the specific device – from 60 to even 300 °C. They can heat rooms with large volumes in a short time, saving time and fuel.
Gas consumption in heaters
Heater models 58GE100 and 58GE101 are distinguished by their low gas consumption per hour. They require a type of propane-butane fuel. The devices operate at a gas supply pressure of 0.7 bar. The 15 kW ones consume 1.09 kg/h, while the 30 kW ones consume 2.18 kg/h. This is an economical result, which makes it possible to heat large rooms even for a long time at a low cost.
Protection class IP24
IP classification refers primarily to the determination of the degree of protection of electrical equipment against the entry of dangerous elements into its housing, the penetration of foreign solids or harmful substances.
The IP24 protection class refers in detail to the touch of a finger and the protection of the heaters against access to their parts of elements with a minimum diameter of 12.5 mm. It also prevents water from getting inside by splashing from any direction.
Piezo ignition in heaters
GRAPHITE brand gas heaters are equipped with piezoelectric ignition. In order for this type of heater to function, you need a lit standby flame, also called a candle. It is for this purpose that Piezo is used – a simple device that produces an electric spark when the button is pressed. While igniting the flame, the button of the gas mixer must be pressed as well as held at the same time. This is a quick as well as effective way to start the heater.
Safety rules in the use of heaters
Gas heaters are safe devices, which, however, like any, have certain recommendations for their responsible use. In the case of heating with fuel, but without a flue to carry away the fumes, it is worth remembering about proper ventilation. For this reason, heaters work well in large spaces where air is naturally exchanged periodically.
It is not recommended to sleep in rooms where such devices are used. Heaters should be turned off when the interior where they are used is to serve as a bedroom. A properly functioning device emits only water vapor, carbon dioxide and nitrogen dioxide, which are safe for users.
Devices ready for operation
If you already own equipment with the Energy+ battery system, GRAPHITE brand heaters, thanks to the accessory package offered, are ready to operate almost immediately after purchase. For their operation, all you need is a gas cylinder to power the device and a charged battery of the selected capacity. GRAPHITE heaters are characterized by:
- simplicity of operation – they do not require installation and programming,
- high degree of security,
- excellent performance,
- low combustion,
- durability, thanks to the use of high-quality components,
- wireless operation, thanks to the rechargeable Energy+ system,
- mobility – thanks to a practical handle on the body,
- Moderately quiet operation,
- longevity.
They will prove themselves for many seasons of successful use and will be useful where other types of heating equipment could not cope.
