Small Portable electric heaters

For all things, you will need the right tools for the right job. When electric heaters are concerned, you will need a specific heater to be able to warm the intended space effectively. If your electric heater is too large in relation to your space, it tends to consume a lot of energy, costing you high utility bills. Furthermore, this is also very dangerous, as electric heaters will overheat if they are not suitable for the space they are working in. That is where small portable electric heaters come into the picture.

Where are they used?

Small portable electric heaters can be very useful for warming a small space like bedroom, a small garage, a study, and even your desk place. With their portability, when you are travelling you can bring them wherever you go, so that you can keep yourself nice and warm despite being away from home.

Why are small portable electric heaters good?

Apart from being just nice for your small space and being portable, small portable electric heaters are also easy to regulate, and can be used by everyone, including the elderly who are not familiar with modern appliances.

As small portable electric heaters use electricity to run, they will not release any odors or fumes, unlike gas heaters. So, they do not pose any unpleasantness while in use. If you use them to supplement your heating source, for example your central heating system, it also can be very economical compared to upgrading your heating source.

Depending on the type, design and features the heater has, they can be very afford able, with a price range of around $10- $100 plus. However, your primary concern should not be the price, but the amount of heat you need and the safety features of the small electric heater.

How to be safe?

There are certain precautions that you will need to take, as well as safety features that you need to look for before you decide on which electric heater that you want to buy. First of all, small portable electric heaters need to have UL certification, to ensure that they are safe for use.

Apart from that, some safety features that should be present are:

1. Tip over switches – The unit will be switched off if it tilts over by accident.
2. Overheat protection – If a pre-determined temperature was to be detected, the sensor will trigger a shutdown.
3. Flame resistant cases – Protection for fire.
4. Thermally protected motors – Reduces the danger of fires.

 

You can also take some safety precautions, as small portable electric heaters may look small, but they can be dangerous. These include:

• Avoid the use of extension cords with electric heaters, as they may not be able to handle the wattage. If necessary, find one that is rated for over 1,500 watts.


• When you leave the room or not at home, make sure that you turn off all the heaters.


• Unless the heaters are approved to be used near water, do not place them in moist areas like bathrooms.


• Keep your heater away from flammable items and combustible surfaces, a safe distance would be 3 feet.


• Liquid filled heaters such as oil filled heaters are safer electric heaters compared to those with exposed components.

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