probably a dumb question; I searched for infrared heaters, this ceramic heater was included. Is it also infrared? Or what is the difference?
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Infrared and ceramic heaters are very different in design with the end result being the same - warm an area. WWW.diy.com has a much better explanation than I could provide. Check it out or use Google to inquire.
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not to my estimation . heats ceramic plate , fan blows heat thru to room . works well .
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I don't know about infrared heaters, but I do know that this particular Pelonis model is indeed ceramic. I have my little guy on right now in the office. So warm!! Benefits of Ceramic Heaters: Ceramic space heaters can be used for heating larger areas and in fact are more efficient than radiant heaters in this respect. Having said that, if you're going to use ceramic space heaters to heat a larger area you should probably buy a model with a fan. Ceramic space heaters also have safety advantages. The temperature of the working parts in ceramic space heaters equipment is very low compared to other space heaters and most models have in-built mechanisms to reduce the flow of the electric charge at around 380 degrees Fahrenheit, reducing the risk of fire. Many ceramic space heaters have additional safety features like a timer, touch sensor, overheat sensor, thermostat, manual heat adjustment, fan speed adjustment, digital display and remote control. The running costs of ceramic space heater are also much lower than with conventional home heating systems because they do not use much electricity. Ceramic space heaters heat up quickly and so are more energy efficient.
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I don't know if it is infrared , but is works well. We use it in our camper and it works well. We now have one in our bathroom also. We live in an old farm house with no good insulation and the pelonis comes in handy.
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Here are two you might check out from DeLonghi EW7707CM 1500 W and DeLonghi EW7707 CB 1500 W. These both run about $65.00 here on Amazon. Another to look at is the Dr Infrared Heater Quartz+ PTC Portable Space Heater. Also 1500 W and sells for $130.83 here on Amazon. These three seem to go up to 85 degrees and have decent ratings. I have a neighbor with the latter of the three. It heats a very large room. 25+ feet x 18 ft.
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Joe, My old unit had a red knob as well. The one I received has a black one. I don't mind the black knob but I have been unable to get the burner to ignite thus far. But, I haven't had ample time to ensure the gas supply is sufficient. By the way, this heater is installed in a 1985 Holiday Rambler "Monitor" Class C motorhome. The original unit was marvelous. We had more hot water than we needed however, the water tank was made of steel and it rusted out. That is why I bought the new unit.
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Nancy-Mind you I am not an engineer, just a consumer; it means that the heat flow is regulared electronically to provide warmth in incriments of two degrees ( I think that 2 degrees is right) and that the unit measures the termperature in the room and then modulates only exactly as much energy (gas) as it needs to keep that room at the temperature you set. So it uses very little energy to do it's job and keeps it at a great level vs blasting you with a lot of hot air to bring the temperature up. Mine has been in for a year and it is wonderful. I did pay a professional to install it in NJ in a 20 by 17 by 9 ft high space with two windows and a door. It is perfectly toasty, my gas bill is very low (due to the modulation) and the unit is so quiet. I previously had electric base board heat that was making it too hot or cold and the electic bill was unreal. This Rinnai also warms the room up in a matter of minutes from a cold start. One of the best things we ever did. I was skeptical of ordering a furnace on amazon, but it worked great, all parts arrived intact. The unit has very good instructions should you want to try install yourself. The direct vent is also the only way to go in my opinion. My room is insulated but overly so for this area of NJ. I paid about 450.00 to have the unit installed. I rarely, never write reviews but am so pleased with the success of this Rinnai that I am happy to answer your question. I hope this infomation is hellpful.
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There similar, but infrared better. The Black and Decker Thermal is very good for the price.
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Instead of burning the gas or LP as a flame, the infrared heater spreads the fuel through the ceramic elements and as it burns it is produced as infrared type of heat. For me, the red (infrared) heater did a much better and more efficient job of heating both home and shop living and work areas than the blue flame style heater. After using the infrared heater, I would never go back to the blue flame style of heater as the infrared heater seems to heat a larger area, more comfortably and more efficiently.
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No it isn't ceramic. I will have to get back to you re BTUs. It is very effective for a small room
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I have had 3 different types of these in my spas and they are all usually very similar! If you can look up any infrared blanket online it should be about the same instructions/usage info!
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This isn't the heater I bought. Mine was also completely covered in black. It also has the light to indicate when it is heating in the middle.
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Understanding how the heater works: the infrared heats solid materials such as walls, carpets, or skin, which in turn warms up the environment. The constant motion you describe would mean that the infrared is not focused long enough on an object to heat it up. This idea would work much better (though much less safely) with a coil heater, kerosene heater, or something else that was designed to heat the air.
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Wow, Danielle, I don't know about this type of application. This heater draws a full 1500 watts and gets very hot. And, as you may know, the infrared heats skin and not the air. I suppose it would keep animals warm, but it won't heat the air. Unless you live in an area with very cheap electricity, continuous operation will be expensive.
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Hi Laurie, I don't know the technical part of that answer, but as the owner of both types of heaters I can tell you that the "Pelonis Ceramic Disc" puts out a lot more heat than the other cheaper so-called ceramic heaters imitations. There's a big difference and I think it's definitely worth the extra cost. It's also thermostatically controlled and has a variable speed fan. It has the same Amps rating so it uses the same amount of electricity. Since it puts out more heat, it actually runs more efficiently. The Pelonis Ceramic Disc heater is definitely a much better product. I only wish I learned that lesson a long time ago. I would never have bought all those cheaper versions. Hi Laurie, I don't know the technical part of that answer, but as the owner of both types of heaters I can tell you that the "Pelonis Ceramic Disc" puts out a lot more heat than the other cheaper so-called ceramic heaters imitations. There's a big difference and I think it's definitely worth the extra cost. It's also thermostatically controlled and has a variable speed fan. It has the same Amps rating so it uses the same amount of electricity. Since it puts out more heat, it actually runs more efficiently. The Pelonis Ceramic Disc heater is definitely a much better product. I only... » Read More Hi Laurie, I don't know the technical part of that answer, but as the owner of both types of heaters I can tell you that the "Pelonis Ceramic Disc" puts out a lot more heat than the other cheaper so-called ceramic heaters imitations. There's a big difference and I think it's definitely worth the extra cost. It's also thermostatically controlled and has a variable speed fan. It has the same Amps rating so it uses the same amount of electricity. Since it puts out more heat, it actually runs more efficiently. The Pelonis Ceramic Disc heater is definitely a much better product. I only wish I learned that lesson a long time ago. I would never have bought all those cheaper versions. « Show Less
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I was not pleased with this heater. VERY cheaply made. My remote did not work and the oscillating option is a joke! Yes, it will heat the area around you, but I think you would probably like a ceramic heater better. Good Luck!
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Product says its nano titanium plates with ceramic heaters. Enjoyed while it worked but that was less than a yr and I used it very infrequently. I would suggest u purchase from seller that manufacturer observes warranty. Hope this helps.
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That really depends. I also have a blue flame unit that I use in my well insulated garage. We use the infrared in a less insulated shop. If you're dealing with a room that's going to hold heat well, the blue flame is the way to go. If you're in a basement with cold walls that are going to dump heat outside, the infrared would be preferred. The blue flame really puts out hot air whereas the infrared projects heat out the front and heats objects more than the air. The infrared can make you feel warmer while working in an area, but doesn't heat the area itself as effectively. I hope that helps! That really depends. I also have a blue flame unit that I use in my well insulated garage. We use the infrared in a less insulated shop. If you're dealing with a room that's going to hold heat well, the blue flame is the way to go. If you're in a basement with cold walls that are going to dump heat outside, the infrared would be preferred. The blue flame really puts out hot air whereas the infrared projects heat out the front and heats objects more than the air. The infrared can make you feel warmer while working in an area, but doesn't heat the area itself as effectively. I hope that helps!
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I had a heater like yours and it did not run it. I was so disappointed with the unit, I sent it back and received a refund. BTW, it's made in China.
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The heater that is pictured is a Lakewood Jr which I have had in the past (seems to last only for a year). I wanted to order it again but at that time it was called Homebasix which I ordered in September of 2013 and it is the same kind and size heater but with a different name. I always liked that heater as it is a perfect size for my needs, but it also gave out after a year! I tried to find it again but haven't so far, but apparently you did so maybe I will look into that one. Hope this helped you...