3 Phase Electrical Heater

The 3 phase electrical heater power system is a generally used to alternate electric power generation with transmission as well as distribution. It is known to be more economical because it utilizes less conductor material to transmit the same amount of electrical power as a single or dual phase system. The 3 phase electrical heater system is most desirable due to several features such as less motor and generator vibration and it allows for simple designs on electric motors.

How does the three wire service work?

Homes built in this decade are mostly equipped with a three-wire service. The utility company links three lines to the home’s service entrance panel. These three lines include two hot conductors that provide electricity at about 120 volts each as well as one neutral conductor. The three-wire service is capable in supplying both 120 volts and 240 volts. This is possible when one hot conductor and the neutral conductor are merged to give 120 Volts of electricity. On the other hand, when two hot conductors are combined with the neutral conductor it produces 120/240 volts of electricity. However, older homes might still maintain the two-wire service which can only provide 120 volts at the maximum. Therefore, it is vital to ensure that there is power available in your home before purchasing a brand new electric appliance, especially an electric heater.

Types of 3 phase electrical heater

The most common type of electric heater that uses the 3 phase electrical heater system is the industrial electric fan heater. These heaters are built with the ability to heat small industrial spaces such as garages and workshops. It is also suitable to be used during the winter months. The industrial fan heater requires a three phase power supply in order to produce heat at a higher output. Therefore, an industrial fan heater would not be able to work connected to a regular domestic three pin plug. Usually, an electrician is hired to wire in the three phase power supply. When selecting an industrial fan heater, you should ensure that it is equipped with all the safety features such as an internal overheat thermostat which will shut the heater off in the event that it overheats. Besides that, it will be an additional bonus to have a fan heater with a long cable and handle for the flexibility of placing your heater any where you please.

The other type of electric heater that utilizes the 3 phase electrical heater is the commercial electric water heater. All electric water heaters function by transferring electricity through a resistor which then transforms the current into heat. Residential water heaters only require a single phase system where as larger commercial water heater usually uses the three phase system. This is due to the application of a commercial water heater that has to supply heat to a large amount of water. Commercial water heaters are generally adopted by restaurants, Laundromats, schools, health clubs, and other industrial buildings. These operations opt for a commercial water heater which is able to deliver hot water efficiently and economically.