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If you're torn between buying an oil heater or a halogen heater, read on for our comprehensive review at Mytour.vn. We'll provide the most objective and detailed assessments of these two devices.
1. Construction and operation principles of oil heaters.
Before delving into the construction and principles of these heating devices, let's understand what an oil heater is.
As the name suggests, an oil heater is a device that utilizes oil as fuel to generate warmth. Resembling a traditional heater but in a much smaller size.
Oil heaters boast high mobility with designs often featuring wheels at the bottom.
About the Structure
The construction of an oil heater consists of interlocking heating elements on both sides of the machine. Behind these heating elements are the oil conduits.
These heaters are highly mobile, with most models equipped with handles. Particularly, larger models are also fitted with wheels for easy movement.
Specialized oils are used in these heaters, ensuring efficient heat transmission without excessive power consumption. Users need not refill the oil as it serves as a heat reservoir rather than a fuel.
About the Operational Principle
During operation, the heater raises the oil temperature through the heating elements, thereby radiating heat into the air. This emitted heat circulates throughout the room due to the heater's convection, making it suitable for large spaces.
The heat gradually emanates, so it takes around 15-20 minutes after turning on the machine before we feel a noticeable warmth.
The machine operates at a high power, typically ranging from 2000-2900 W.
2. Structure and Operation Principle of Halogen Heaters
To provide users with a more comprehensive understanding of this type of heater, let's first explore what a halogen heater is.
Halogen heaters, also known as halogen lamps or heaters, utilize halogen bulbs to generate warmth. They convert electrical energy into heat energy to warm your room.
Halogen heaters are widely used due to their affordable price.
About the Structure
A halogen heater consists of 1-5 bulbs containing halogen gas, a compound of nitrogen and argon. Inside the plastic casing are the bulbs and fan cage, while the back and fan body are wrapped in fire-resistant plastic for safety during use.
About the Operational Principle
When we turn on the heating lamp, it emits thermal radiation. As a result, the surfaces of the fan absorb this radiation and heat up, dispersing warmth outward.
The operational power of this type of fan depends on the number of bulbs installed. Specifically, the more bulbs, the higher the power, and the larger the area heated.
Halogen heaters on the current market have power ratings ranging from 300 to 1200W. This power range is suitable for heating spaces with areas ranging from 12 to 15m2.
3. Comparing the Advantages and Disadvantages of Two Heater Types
Comparing the pros and cons of these two heater types to help customers make informed choices.
To assist customers in deciding between oil heaters and halogen heaters, we will now compare their respective advantages and disadvantages affecting product usage.
About Design
- Oil heaters are designed with modern styles and come in a variety of elegant models and colors. However, due to their relatively large size, even with wheels (only available in some models), they can be quite inconvenient to move around.
- On the other hand, halogen heaters have a more compact design, making it extremely convenient to move the device from one room to another.
About Operational Power
- Oil heaters are equipped with high operational power, but it takes about 15-20 minutes to warm up. Therefore, you need to start the machine beforehand to warm up the room.
Additionally, the machine has convection heat, making it suitable for use in large spaces. It can heat an area of up to 30 m2, depending on the machine's equipped power.
- Halogen heaters can heat up relatively quickly, requiring only 5-10 minutes of preheating. Due to their compact design and lack of convection heat, they are only suitable for small spaces of 12-15 m2.
Smart Features
Both machines are equipped with convenient features for users, such as timer shutdown mode, auto-shutdown mode when tilted or overheated. However, the heater also has additional special features such as Eco mode for energy saving, LED display showing temperature, child safety lock, fire-resistant fuse, and clothes hanger for drying clothes.
About Product Pricing
The cost of oil heaters is higher than halogen heaters, which is inevitable as these devices offer far superior features. Specifically, in the market, these two types of machines have a price difference of nearly 5 million VND.
4. Choosing Between Oil Heaters and Halogen Heaters for Cold Seasons
Users should opt for halogen heaters if they have the following criteria and usage needs:
Halogen heaters often come in fan and tower designs.
- You need an affordable heating device for winter with sufficient heating capacity for an area of about 12 square meters.
- Short-term usage needs such as bathing for children, mealtime, or right after bathing.
- There is no need for prolonged use of the lamp as its high brightness can be dazzling. Moreover, the fan can cause dry skin with continuous usage as it generates heat by burning oxygen. Another note is that the fan's lamp can get quite hot, posing a danger upon contact, especially in households with young children, so caution is advised when using.
If you require a premium product with numerous outstanding advantages, then an oil heater is a worthwhile consideration. Specifically:
Oil heaters offer many safety features for users.
- Users needing a heating device for spacious areas and continuous usage. The machine can operate continuously day and night in freezing weather. Moreover, since the machine uses oil for heating, it doesn't burn oxygen, protecting your skin. Additionally, it doesn't cause glare as there is no lamp.
- Willing to spend a higher amount to enjoy modern, convenient features, and numerous safety functions.
Through this article, you must have formed your own assessment of whether oil heaters or halogen heaters are better suited for you. With the information we've provided, we hope readers have gained knowledge and experience in choosing a heating device for this winter.
