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Quartz infrared heaters have been around for years, but in 2007 buyers were made conscious of the beneficial calibers of quartz infrared heat with the introduction of the EdenPure heater. This new space heating engineering proved immensely usual and, like each good idea, quickly spawned a number of competitors. The heaters reviewed beneath part general features such as casters, washable filter, thermostat, and remote control. They each draw around 12 amps at begin up and then 6 or 7 amps to maintain temperature. At 12¢ per kWh (the national average) the cost to run these space heaters is 16¢ per hour at full power, 12¢ per hour at 1,000 watts, and 6¢ per hour at the low, 500 watt setting. Since the general 110 volt residential circuit is 15 amps, only one heater must be plugged into each circuit if multiple heaters are being used. Overall, modular type infrared heaters have an splendid safety record and are considered child and pet friendly. According to one manufacturer: “The heat generating quartz infrared parts never get to a temperature that may ignite a fire.” Although this is in all likelihood true, it’s of the utmost importance to keep all space heating widgets at least 3 feet away from flammable objects such as drapes and furniture. Here then are the 3 bestselling quartz infrared heaters according to data compiled from Amazon.com. 3. iHeater IH 1500 (1,500 watts) $285 The iHeater’s assert to fame is that it doesn’t use quartz bulbs to generate heat like the other infrared heaters. Instead, it employs a PTC (positive temperature coefficient) quartz infrared element. According to the iHeater website, the heating element is scheduled to last around 60,000 hours as opposed to 20,000 – 30,000 hours for quartz bulbs. Once the incoming air is heated by the quartz element it passes through a copper plate chamber and is disseminated by a “squirrel cage” type fan. Three heat settings are available from a mercantile grade thermostat ranging among 500 and 1,500 watts. Units are shipped to the USA and Canada and come with a one year manufacturer’s warranty. An further and added 2 years of warranty coverage is available for around $30. The heating factor itself is UL approved, but the collected unit is not. iHeater alternate parts are available from their website: i-Heater.com. Rated an intermediate 3½ stars. 2. EdenPure GEN3 Model 1000 (1,500 watts) $290 The “1000″ identification stands for the number of square feet this unit is supposed to heat. This product detail has been a source of controversy ever since the heater initial went on sale. The problem is most humans don’t have a 1,000 square foot room, but rather 3 or 4 rooms comprising 1,000 square feet with impediments like doors and walls that impede the flow the heat. Additionally, it’s closely out of the question for any 1,500 watt (5120 BTUS) heater to adequately heat 1,000 square feet when you consider the intermediate 2,300 square foot house would require a 60,000 – 80,000 BTU furnace. The GEN3 offers a 3 year warranty, is UL listed and available in all 50 states and Canada by way of a distinguished 800 number. EdenPure alternate bulbs and parts are available from: edenpurestore.com. Rated an intermediate 2½ stars. 1. Dr Heater DR-968 (1,500 watts) $195 The DR Heater combines PTC engineering science and quartz infrared tubes for a dual heating system. Heat is passed around by a ball bearing equipped, high pressure low noise blower. DR Heater has a 1 year warranty, is UL listed and available in the USA and Canada. Replacement elements are available by calling the 800 number listed at: drheaterusa.com. |
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