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smkettner wrote:SoundGuy wrote:I believe the rating is at 125 volts. Wattage drops fast because with less voltage there is also less amperage.MrWizard wrote:
Most are around 1500 watts which is 12.5 amps at 120vac ...
In theory yes but in reality hardly does any electric heater advertised or labelled as "1500 watts" actually consume that much power, in some cases much less. I have a gaggle of so-called "1500 watt" electric heaters and only one of them comes anywhere near close to drawing 1500 watts, rather ~ 1440 watts, with all the rest much less. My Kill-a-Watt meter is a handy device for measuring actual draw like this. ๐
โSep-16-2016 02:01 PM
Road Dog wrote:
I have been using a Vornado for6 years. The best I have found after owning all the others. It's quiet and yet it moves the air all over the coach. I think I paid $79. Great product!
โSep-16-2016 01:20 PM
SoundGuy wrote:I believe the rating is at 125 volts. Wattage drops fast because with less voltage there is also less amperage.MrWizard wrote:
Most are around 1500 watts which is 12.5 amps at 120vac ...
In theory yes but in reality hardly does any electric heater advertised or labelled as "1500 watts" actually consume that much power, in some cases much less. I have a gaggle of so-called "1500 watt" electric heaters and only one of them comes anywhere near close to drawing 1500 watts, rather ~ 1440 watts, with all the rest much less. My Kill-a-Watt meter is a handy device for measuring actual draw like this. ๐
โSep-16-2016 01:12 PM
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โSep-16-2016 12:59 PM
kaz442 wrote:
Looking for a small electric heater. What are the safest models?
Thanks JKaz
โSep-16-2016 12:36 PM
SoundGuy wrote:myredracer wrote:
If you are able to do a bit of wiring, another option altogether is to install a "kickspace" heater below the range. This particular brand is the same width as the stove. I just removed the original piece of wood between the door and range and moved the door down a little. With a heater like this, it's completely out of the way and has all the required safety clearances. The location of your panel could be a deciding factor tho. If needed, wiring can be run through a ceiling and inside interior wall cavities. This heater is very quiet and you can listen to the TV no problem.
Great solution! Got a brand name / model for that heater? :@
โSep-16-2016 11:49 AM
โSep-16-2016 10:31 AM
MrWizard wrote:
Most are around 1500 watts which is 12.5 amps at 120vac ...
โSep-16-2016 10:29 AM
travelnutz wrote:
...for all practical purposes using 117 AC is approx 340 BTU's for each 100 watts consumed. 1500 watts = 5120 BTU's capability, 1000 watts = 3400 BTU's, 750 watts = 2550 BTU's. Just for a quick reference.....
โSep-16-2016 10:27 AM
mike-s wrote:
I like the small ceramic heaters - the heating element doesn't get as hot as the old nichrome wire heaters, which makes them a bit safer. Some of them have a lower power setting. All UL listed space heaters are required to have "tip over" safety shutoffs.
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