A volumetric air heater, which works by injecting a hot air stream into different rooms, was called a cannon. Among household appliances of different power, one of the most popular is an electric heat gun with ceramic heating elements.

Such heat guns operate from a 220 V network, and heating elements made of ceramics are used as a heating element. Thanks to the created circulation of hot air, rooms of any area quickly heat up - this was adopted by the owners of greenhouse farms, where the heat gun has found its practical and constant use. It is also used by:

• during construction works for quick drying of various surfaces;
• in heating hangars for storing aircraft for various purposes.

Such equipment has many positive qualities:

1. Rapid heating of the room due to the circulation of hot air.
2. Ceramic heating elements provide natural purity and freshness of heated air.
3. The duration of the application.
4. The heat gun has a handle on top for easy portability.
5. There is a patented overheating protection that prevents unwanted sudden fires.
6. A peculiar unique design of the product.
7. Small volume of the body and lightness of the whole structure.
8. Low noise exposure and ease of use.
9. Stable safety and ecology.

The heat gun has only one drawback: it cannot be used in places where there is no real possibility of connecting to the electric current network.

Design and principle of operation

A heat gun is a product specially designed for quick heating of various premises or high-quality drying of various construction technological operations.

The name appeared due to the fact that, purely outwardly, the unit looks like a small artillery howitzer, firing hot air instead of a projectile.

An ordinary gun with a ceramic heating element has a standard design:

• very durable metal body that does not corrode;
• a powerful fan located at the rear of the case;
• one or more ceramic heating elements;
• a thermostat that does not allow the device to overheat;
• a thermostat that ensures the autonomous operation of the product;
• sometimes the unit is additionally equipped with air filters.

This design allows the device to operate in offline, without human intervention, since there are certain settings. As soon as the room heats up to the set temperature, the device turns off, if the temperature drops, then the product starts pumping hot air again.

The principle of operation of the device is quite simple:

• the heating ceramic element generates heat, its power is up to 2 kW;
• the fan, sucking in the outside air from the rear of the product, drives it through the heated elements, as a result of which the air flow takes heat from the heating element and enters the room.

The working cycle is repeated many times until the given object heats up to the set temperature, after which the gun is turned off. On some samples of heat fans, manufacturers make special adjustable blinds on the sides of the case, with the help of them, you can adjust the supply of hot air to different places in the heated room.

For safety reasons, products are sometimes equipped with special switches for summer or winter use. This improvement allows you to effectively distribute voltage, and for places with high humidity, special units are used. jet-proof execution.

Varieties of heat fans

On the Russian market of heating equipment, a heat gun with ceramic heating elements is represented by many manufacturers, and users have a natural question, which unit to choose so that later there will be no regrets? There are different technical indicators, depending on the manufacturer:

• product body - in the form of a cylinder or rectangular;
• body coatings also have significant differences;
• air flow rate, which greatly affects performance;
• the heater power is changed by step or smooth switching;
• the number of fan revolutions.

In addition, there are two types of electric heat fans.

1. Portable view... Such an electric unit is used for seasonal heating of various premises - garages, hangars, service stations and construction sites. Their power varies from 3 to 30 kW. The body, as a rule, is made of anti-corrosion material, there is additional protection against mechanical stress.
2. Stationary cannons... It is used for heating large premises, powerful and easy to install, have several temperature modes and built-in automation. The heating element is a tubular hermetically sealed heating element of high power.

The first type is widely used in residential premises, because it takes up little space, works almost silently, has a low weight, and consumes little electrical energy.

DIY ceramic cannon

Of course, many home craftsmen are interested in the question, is it worth making such a heat gun with your own hands? Let's say right away - the savings will be insignificant:

• the cheapest ceramic heating element will cost you 900 rubles;
• the fan together with the electric motor can be inserted into the old one from the vacuum cleaner;
• the body must be anti-corrosion, and this is already a small, but a problem;
• all internal wiring, on-off switch and speed control can be found in the garage;
• It is also not difficult for garage craftsmen to make the wire for connecting to the network yourself - you need to know the calculations for the power of the connected unit.

In the end, all costs are insignificant, but how about fire safety? After all, the factory device has a certificate for use in residential premises, not to mention garages and other industrial facilities.

The lowest price of a portable heat gun is 1.5 thousand rubles, so it is better to purchase a factory product with a quality guarantee.

We buy a decent option

In order to choose the right one among the abundance of options for heat guns with ceramic heating elements, you must also calculate the power of the future device at home, depending on the size of the area of ​​the room.

For this, there is a special table, where the selection technique is quite simple: to heat a room of 10 sq. meters, you will need a unit with a capacity of at least 1.0-1.3 kW. For large areas, choose a correspondingly more powerful cannon.

When choosing a thermal fan in a specialized store, you must follow these recommendations:

1. It is worth carefully studying all the technical data of the product - in this case, do not rush.
2. Check system availability overheating protection unit.
3. The ceramic heating element in the factory preserves the ecology and humidity in your apartment.
4. Ask the seller for a certificate for the product, although it is made in China, but there must be a guarantee.

For the final choice, we present the basic tactical and technical data of some ceramic heat guns for production or at home.

Quite an effective device for heating large industrial premises:

• ceramic heaters do not burn oxygen, provide a microclimate in the room;
• a powerful fan creates a steadily directed air flow;
• a handle at the top allows for easy portability, and a stable support for precise positioning anywhere.

Original advantages:

1. Energy efficiency.
2. Small size and weight.
3. Convenient adjustment of all operating parameters.
4. Long service life.

Tactical and technical data:

• power up to 3 kW;
• protection class - 1st;
• heating area up to 27 m²;
• three operating modes;
• weight - 2.9 kg;
• 2-year warranty;
• manufacturer - People's Republic of China;
• cost - from 2.5 thousand rubles.

If you need heater for production- this model meets all the requirements for functionality and safety.

A very efficient thermal fan for heating small and medium-sized rooms with basic technical data:

• power up to 2 kW;
• heating area up to 20 m 2;
• voltage - 220 V;
• 3 power modes: 0.75 / 1.25 / 2.0 kW;
• placement - floor;
• warranty - 1 year;
• country of origin - China;
• cost from 1608 rubles.

The main advantages are high performance and extremely low consumption of electrical energy.

With the onset of cold weather, all everyday dreams are to find yourself in warmth and comfort as soon as possible. During the period when the centralized heating has not yet been turned on, only heating devices can save. Fan heaters are the most convenient option. Compact, inexpensive, efficient, they truly have earned the confidence to install in the workplace or room for a comfortable temperature. One problem remains: which device is better to choose?

Depending on the type of heating element, fan heaters are divided into two types: spiral and ceramic. What are the features of each option and how to make the right choice?

As the name suggests, the special feature of this device is that the heating element is a ceramic plate. Due to the properties of the material, it is capable of heating up to 150 ° C, and the porous structure allows it to retain heat for a long time. During operation, there are no extraneous odors, the noise is minimal and the risk of fire is reduced to almost zero. Moreover, such devices will meet all the requirements of ergonomics and will allow you to choose a completely individual design and shape.

REFERENCE! The most significant drawback of this fan heater is its high cost. But even this disadvantage is fully justified by all the advantages.

The operation of the device is due to the heating of a spiral made of a refractory metal wire. It is capable of heating up to 1000 ° C, which is quite fire hazardous. But even excluding the danger of fire, you can list the many consequences of the influence of such a high temperature:

• the fan heater body wears out quickly;
• the wire may burn out in some places;
• when dust and other particles enter the spiral, they burn, smoke and create unpleasant odors.

IMPORTANT! Long-term operation of the spiral heater is not possible - the device burns oxygen very quickly.

The dimensions of the device also leave much to be desired, as long wire is required for sufficient power. For this reason, there is also a meager selection among the possible designs.

But the price is relatively low, and therefore this fan heater can be affordable to everyone.

Comparison of characteristics

You can compare the types of heaters in several ways at once:

1. Ergonomic On this basis, ceramic fan heaters definitely win. Today on the market there are a wide variety of models, so there is an opportunity to purchase a device to your taste. At the same time, spiral devices do not differ in a rich assortment and, most importantly, in convenient compact dimensions.
2. Maximum temperature of the heating element. The wire heats up faster and several times stronger than the ceramic. This fact indicates the possible fire hazard of spiral fan heaters and the relative safety of ceramic ones. If the device falls accidentally (in the absence of shutdown sensors), the latter are less likely to cause a fire. Also, do not forget that the porous structure of the ceramic plate allows you to retain heat longer, which contributes to its soft distribution throughout the room.
3. Ease of use. At high temperatures, metal literally attracts dust and other small particles suspended in the air. Because of this, during the operation of the spiral device, the room is quickly filled with unpleasant odors. Ceramics does not create such problems.
4. Price. All of the above advantages lead to the high cost of ceramic heat fans. Against their background, spiral look like a more budget option.

Which fan heater is better

Now that all the pros and cons of each type are outlined, you can make a choice in favor of one of them. In all respects, a fan heater with a ceramic heating element is the most successful choice. But if at the moment you want to find something cheaper, then you can pay attention to spiral models.

The main thing to remember when choosing a heater is its power and additional functions. Almost all modern devices have several operating modes and a built-in fire protection system. For even more comfortable use, we advise you to pay attention to devices that additionally contain filters and humidifiers.

Now, having familiarized yourself with all the disadvantages and advantages of each type of fan heaters, you can easily decide which one is suitable for solving specific problems.

A heat gun is a volumetric air heater that functions by forcing hot air into a room. Among the abundance of household heaters of various power, an electric heat gun with a ceramic heating element stands out.

Purpose and scope

In the cold season, it is very uncomfortable to work in the garage, utility rooms and other rooms that do not warm up. Therefore, the owners are trying to find the most optimal heating method, which will be economical, but at the same time with high heat transfer. Very often, especially recently, preference is given to ceramic heat guns.

The most popular model used in the home is the 220V electric gun.

Such a device in a short time will set the desired temperature regime and create comfortable conditions in the room. Such devices can be used not only in winter, for example, you can use a heat gun to dry surfaces at any time of the year.

Heat gun Ballu BKX-5 ceramic

Functioning principle

The heat gun with a ceramic heating element has a rather simple design, it includes the following elements:

• one or more ceramic heating elements;
• a metal body that does not undergo deformation and is not afraid of corrosion;
• a powerful fan located at the rear of the case;
• a thermostat, which is responsible for controlling the device, it does not allow it to overheat;
• thermostat, which ensures the autonomous functioning of the device;
• some models are equipped with air purification filters.

The principle by which the unit operates:

• the heating ceramic element is responsible for generating heat energy;
• the fan draws in air from the outside and drives it through the heated elements. Thus, the air flow absorbs the heat coming from the heating element and gives it to the room;
• such a working cycle is repeated many times until the volume heats up. After that, the gun turns off.

Certain models have special louvers on the side of the body that are adjustable. Through them, you can regulate the air supply to different areas.

Very often, heat guns come with summer / winter switches.

Thanks to this function, the voltage is distributed as efficiently as possible. In places with high humidity, heat guns of a special jet-protection design are used.

Electric gun NeoClima KX-2

Advantages

As already noted, heat guns with a ceramic heating element, which is a ceramic heating element, operate from a 220 V network. Due to the fact that as a result of work, the movement of hot air masses is formed, rooms of any area quickly heat up. Such devices have a lot of positive qualities:

• due to the circulation of hot air, the room heats up as soon as possible;
• the units are easy to carry thanks to the handle, which is located in the upper part of the body;
• ceramic heating element provides natural purity and freshness of heated air;
• interesting design;
• during operation, the device is practically silent;
• the construction itself weighs a little;
• the heat gun has overheating protection, which prevents accidental fire;
• devices are safe and environmentally friendly.

As disadvantages, we can note the fact that the heat gun cannot be used in rooms where there is no real possibility of connecting to the electric current network.

Review of the owner of the Ballu BKX-3 heat gun with ceramic heating element

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In the domestic market, you can find a considerable number of manufacturers producing ceramic thermal guns. The choice for users is not an easy procedure, since it is very easy to make a mistake. In order to select the most optimal option for all parameters, it is necessary to take into account the following technical indicators, which may vary depending on the manufacturer:

• unit body - cylindrical or rectangular;
• body coatings may also vary;
• air supply rate, on which the performance of the heat gun is directly dependent;
• fan speed;
• the power of the device is changed by means of stepwise or smooth switching.

Electric heat fans are of two types:

1. Portable. Such electrical appliances are used for seasonal heating of various premises: garages, construction sites, hangars, etc. The power indicators of such devices vary in the range from 3 to 30 kW. The body is usually made of anti-corrosion material, and additional protection against mechanical stress is included in the package.
2. Stationary guns are used to heat large rooms. They are distinguished by high power and simple installation, equipped with built-in automation, and also have several temperature regimes.

Ceramic heat gun manufacturers

Let's consider the most popular models using a table as an example.

Model	Specifications
Ballu BKX-5	The maximum heating power is 3 kW. Productivity, m³ / h - 0.025 kW. Rated current - 13.6 A. The maximum heating area is 50 m². Weight - 2.1 kg.
Quattro Elementi QE-2000C	Heating element - heating element. Auxiliary functions - ventilation without heating, tilt angle adjustment, overheating protection. Weight - 1.7 kg.
Portable heater CMI 2000 W round	The maximum thermal power is 2 kW. Two heating modes - 1000/2000. The maximum heating area is 20 m². Voltage - 220-240 V. The shape is round. Weight - 2.25 kg.
Denzel "HC 2-100"	The maximum thermal power is 2 kW. The maximum heating area is 20 m². Operating modes - ventilation and heating. Auxiliary functions - adjustable thermostat. Weight - 1.9 kg.
NeoClima KX-2	The maximum thermal power is 2 kW. The heating element is tubular. The maximum heating area is 20 m². Auxiliary functions - temperature control. Weight - 2 kg.