Ceramic heating panels are a modern alternative to classic radiators. Heat is transferred using electricity or water, and the panel itself can be located behind a suspended ceiling, over floor coverings and on walls.
Device
The device is quite complicated. The heating device consists of several layers of innovative materials:
- The case of the device is made of a polymer heat-accumulating coating, which can be heated up to 90 ° C. Thus, the ceramic panel emits thermal energy into the room by convection.
- Heating element.
- The imaging element is a kind of screen that redirects heat rays from the housing to the room.
- The ceramic panel itself, which is able to heat up to 80 ° C.
Principle of operation
Equipment of this type emits two types of energy: radiation and convection. Most importantly, a ceramic heater emits infrared rays that heat the objects that surround the panel. This is the most efficient heating system.
Varieties of panel heating
Under panel heating refers to various types of systems. They are united by a common feature - heating of the surfaces of the room and the absence of radiators. Depending on the type of coolant, electric and water heating are distinguished.
Water
Water panel heating is a piping system with hot water under a wall or floor covering. Most often, such a system is used for the floor than for the walls.
Thanks to the warm floor, a person feels comfortable even in the coldest weather. It’s nice to walk on the floor, its installation is carried out over the entire area of the room, so there are no warm and cold zones. At the same time, its temperature should not be more than 30 ºC, otherwise it will be inconvenient to walk on it.
The disadvantages of this system include the difficulty of installation - this procedure requires the dismantling of the old screed, laying pipelines and an insulating layer. If any malfunctions occur, such a system is very difficult to repair, since you need to remove the screed and flooring.
Electric
Currently, radiant panel heating is gaining popularity - this is an improved heat distribution scheme. If a classic radiator heats the air, the heat of which is transferred to surrounding objects, then infrared ceramic panels give heat to objects that carry out its further transfer.
In most cases, the following heating devices are used:
- One of the most economical types of heating devices are STEP panels. Their case is made of a galvanized metal box, inside of which there is a reflective heat-insulating layer and a powerful heating element. The radiation from the device heats objects that are in the room. It can be used in rooms of any purpose, as it is completely safe.
- Ceramic panels combining an infrared heater and convector. The front panel is made of glass ceramics, with low energy consumption, the heating element has a high heat transfer coefficient. A heat storage coating is provided on the back, providing natural convection.
- EINT panels are infrared long-wave heaters. There are wall, floor and ceiling panels, they can be installed in private homes, apartments and offices. They are safe and reliable, do not pose a fire hazard and do not dry the air.
Advantages and features of ceramic panels
- These are compact devices.
- Ceramic heater panel does not dry the air.
- The efficiency is about 97-99%.
- In the course of work dust does not rise.
- Easy installation.
- These devices do not raise dust.
- Do not burn oxygen.
- The double principle of heat transfer.
- Energy Saving.
- Heating is carried out by means of a soft heat flow.
Saving
Ceramic panels are able to completely replace radiators, the heat from them will be more than enough for a comfortable stay. Due to the large heat transfer coefficient, the energy savings of these heating devices can reach about 30%. The energy consumption per 1 m 2 reaches only 50 W, while the consumption of a conventional radiator is more than 100 W per 1 m 2 . The reduction in consumption occurs due to the convection type of heating and the ceramic element. In addition, in order to avoid overpayments for excess heat, it is recommended to install thermostats on ceramic heating panels.
Security
When choosing a heating device, safety is an important factor, especially if there are small children in the house. Ceramic panels do not heat up, as they consist of environmentally friendly materials. Also, the design does not provide for the protruding parts.
Panels are not afraid of penetration of dirt, dust and water. Therefore, these heating appliances can be installed in rooms with a swimming pool, bathrooms, etc. Ceramic heating panels are not afraid of overloads in the electrical network.
Environmental friendliness
In this heating device there is no contact of the heating element with air, so oxygen is not burned and air is not dried out. This is especially true for those who suffer from respiratory diseases.
Ceramic panels (consumer reviews confirm this) do not emit harmful substances, do not emit unpleasant odors and are completely silent. Such equipment can be installed in children's rooms.
Durability
Durability is a parameter that every consumer would like. Ceramic heating panels are arranged in such a way that the resource of consumption increases several times, since the equipment is insured against accidental damage, it is not afraid of external influences.
Design
The design of the heating devices allows them to fit perfectly into any interior. Discreet colors, laconic lines make them universal, this equipment does not violate the aesthetics of the room.
Ceramic heating panels: expert reviews
As mentioned above, space heating is due to soft heat fluxes. Doctors say that this is an ideal condition in which the human body feels comfortable.
Durability, reliability, moisture resistance, explosion safety and fire safety make it possible to use these heaters in office and residential buildings of any purpose as auxiliary or main heating (dachas, cottages, houses, apartments, modules and trade pavilions, as well as public and municipal facilities) .
By installing ceramic heating panels (reviews confirm this) in preschool and child care facilities (bedrooms, playrooms), you significantly increase the comfort of children, and also reduce the risk of colds. To provide additional safety for children, these devices are equipped with protective screens. The absence of protruding parts and the low surface temperature make ceramic heating panels absolutely safe for children of any age.
The absence of cavities and crevices prevents the accumulation of dirt and dust, which ensures the convenience and simplicity of care for heating devices of this type. And most importantly, there is no longer a need to periodically paint radiators. It is enough to wipe the surface with a cotton cloth and a detergent that does not contain abrasive components.
Many consumers noted the ease of installation of these heating appliances. In a room with an area of about 60 m 2, this heating system can be installed in one working day. Also, the installation can be carried out in stages, which is especially convenient in large areas.