Looking for heater recommendations
We are going camping quite a bit in cooler temps, and in lieu of running the propane heater all night, I would like some suggestions for a good, small electric heater for my Jayco X17Z. I am also c...
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I've used one of the original ceramic disk heaters. Here is the Pelonis, probably one of the first.
These are a little pricier than the other ceramic heaters but differ in function. The fan is variable speed and as it calls for more heat, the fan speeds up and the disks get hotter. As you approach the proper temperature fan modulates back down and stays at the speed needed to keep temperature. No on or off cycling or hot or cold. Downside is the thermostat is not calibrated in degrees, but you set it to room temp you are at plus some.
I have used this for quite a few years -20 maybe, most of which were in my PUP. Keeps my hybird nice and warm in cool weather, but then heat is heat. Just doesn't cycle like most heaters do.
These are a little pricier than the other ceramic heaters but differ in function. The fan is variable speed and as it calls for more heat, the fan speeds up and the disks get hotter. As you approach the proper temperature fan modulates back down and stays at the speed needed to keep temperature. No on or off cycling or hot or cold. Downside is the thermostat is not calibrated in degrees, but you set it to room temp you are at plus some.
I have used this for quite a few years -20 maybe, most of which were in my PUP. Keeps my hybird nice and warm in cool weather, but then heat is heat. Just doesn't cycle like most heaters do.
