What is the difference between 2kW and 5kW diesel heaters?
A 2kW unit on Low produces way less heat than a 5kW unit on Low. This can be a good thing if you've got a small space that heats up and keeps the heat. Smaller case size. You can fit a 2kW unit in slightly smaller spaces than a 5kW unit.
How hot is 8KW?
The maximum temperature of a multi fuel stove will depend on a number of factors including its heat output (in kW) and its efficiency rating, but tests on a 8kW multi fuel stove showed that temperatures reached 600°F (315°C).
How much diesel does a 5KW diesel heater use?
Heater Power: 5KW. Fuel: Diesel. Rated Voltage:12V. Fuel Consumption: 0.64 L/h.
Are the Chinese diesel heaters any good?
However, the Chinese heaters tend to get a bad reputation for reliability, parts availability and, most importantly, safety. Chris Emmerson of CJE Caravan Repairs has seen a lot of dodgy products come through his workshop, but increasingly he is being asked to fix issues associated with cheap ducted diesel heaters.
How long can you run a diesel heater?
Can you drive with Chinese diesel heater on?
Heating autonomy: heating while driving is allowed worldwide. By supplying the heater with diesel out of the vehicle fuel tank, there is no need to search for fitting bottle connectors or hassle of exchanging gas bottles in foreign countries.
Are Chinese diesel heaters waterproof?
If you want to mount a Chinese Diesel heater underneath a vehicle then you need to install in in something that will protect it from the elements. The waterproofing on these heaters and components is less than minimal so unless you protect them they will probably last less than five minuets.
How much power does a Chinese diesel heater use?
On startup, it takes approximately 10 amps of power consumption. It takes around 3 minutes to get the burner hot. After the flame is established, our diesel air heaters draw between 0.55 to 0.85 amps, making them very efficient to operate.
How much space does a diesel heater need?
Are the Chinese diesel heaters any good?
However, the Chinese heaters tend to get a bad reputation for reliability, parts availability and, most importantly, safety. Chris Emmerson of CJE Caravan Repairs has seen a lot of dodgy products come through his workshop, but increasingly he is being asked to fix issues associated with cheap ducted diesel heaters.
Are 8kW Chinese diesel heaters the same as 5kW?
Starting last year, 8KW Chinese diesel heaters appeared on retail sites such as Amazon and eBay. However, their housings look exactly the same as 3KW and 5KW. According to our 20 years of experience, if the output of a diesel heater is to reach 8KW, then the size of the heater is 1.5 times larger than 5KW.
Why buy a 5kw diesel caravan heater?
For some reason there’s usually more 5kW diesel heaters for sale on eBay (so they’re at a cheaper price). Quickly warms up your caravan or camper. If your caravan is cold and you want in warm quickly then these literally produce more than 2.5x the heat of a 2kW unit.
What size diesel heater do I need for my van?
If you have a larger van, pop top or camper trailer with a lot of canvas then a 5kW diesel heater may be better. Don’t even worry about an 8kW diesel heater… they’re too big for a caravan or camper (and are often just 5kW units anyway). There’s heaps of people out there that chose differently and are still very happy…
What is the difference between a diesel air heater and water heater?
A diesel air heater works by drawing in air from the external environment and mixes it with fuel (diesel). The mixture is then ignited to generate heat which then dissipates from the heater to the external environment. A diesel water heater, on the other hand, heats water from the vehicles reservoir to provide hot water/steam.
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