Comfortable stay in the room mainly depends on the temperature. Therefore, in the cold season, a heater appears in every house. However, the concept of an optimal temperature mode is different for everyone, and a strong overheating creates no less inconvenience than cold. Therefore, the best option is a temperature controller in the outlet for household heaters: it allows you to create the necessary conditions without any extra effort.
Why do we need sockets with thermostat for heaters
The temperature in the room, as a rule, sets the heater. However, the main inconvenience in his work is the need to regulate the temperature in the process of heating. That is, when a comfortable temperature is reached in the room, the heater has to be turned off, and when it becomes cool again, go switch on.
The problem of maintaining a comfortable temperature on an ongoing basis is easily solved if you buy a thermostat for a heater. With this device you do not have to continually adjust the heating device – the thermostat will do it for you.
Among the main advantages of these devices:
- efficiency – allow you to create a comfortable temperature in the room;
- universality – suitable for use both in the apartment, and in the office or private house, as well as utility rooms;
- subtlety of settings – the device controls the temperature according to the parameters you specify;
- simplicity of installation – there is no need to call a specialist, installation does not require special tools and skills, all that is needed is to simply insert the device into an outlet.
Externally, the device is an ordinary adapter socket or pad. On one side of the appliance is a plug for connecting to the mains, on the other – a socket into which the heater is directly connected.
Interestingly, many thermostats are suitable not only for heating appliances, but also combine with air conditioners, electric kettles, lamps and other household electrical appliances. In each case, the settings are individual and depend on the functions of the device.
Helpful advice! The thermostat functions regardless of the type of heater, its model and manufacturer, therefore, having bought the thermostat in the socket, you can not worry about the compatibility of devices. It is only important to maintain a balance: the heater power should not exceed the permissible value for the thermostat.
How to connect the device:
- Turn on the thermostat in the socket to which the heater will be connected.
- You will see the light on the screen. Set the necessary settings according to your wishes for the temperature mode in the room. You can adjust the heating parameters using special buttons on the front surface of the device.
- Turn on the heater in the thermostat connector.
- The device begins to heat the room and the temperature rises until it reaches the limit value you set.
The operation of the device is based on a sensor that analyzes information about the ambient temperature. When it falls to the lower limit set by the user, the mechanism is triggered and the bimetallic plate or relay and the circuit are closed. As a result, the device gains access to the power grid and starts to heat the room.
As soon as the room warms up to the maximum allowable value by the user, the sensor registers this indicator again, and the response mechanism blocks access to electricity. If a bimetallic plate is present when it is heated, it itself opens the network and the heater stops receiving electricity. Consequently, the heating of the room is terminated.
As a result of the thermostat operation in the room, a comfortable temperature regime is constantly maintained.
To choose a suitable thermostat, you should understand what types of devices are and how they differ.
Classification of temperature regulating devices:
| Classification | Varieties of thermostats |
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| By type of location of temperature sensors |
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| By design and control type |
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In order for the acquired rosette thermostat to serve for a long time and efficiently, carefully choose the model of the device.
Helpful advice! Ensure that the thermostat analyzes the ambient temperature. Models that focus on the temperature in the heater, much less effectively regulate the indoor climate.
What you need to pay attention when buying:
- the power of your heater – it should not be higher than the allowable thermostat. For example, usually thermostats are designed for a load of 2 kW, 3 kW, 3.5 kW. Ideally, the power required by the heater should be 30% less than that indicated on the back of the socket controller;
- purpose of the room where the thermostat will be. Each model has its own temperature range and the device should be selected in accordance with the characteristics of the room;
- manufacturer – select proven brands, including Sardo, Devolt, Tessla, Deegre, Terneo, Enaut, Digitop, Socket, Hager;
- the degree of protection – for most, it is IP20, which means that it is absolutely impossible to use such devices in the bathroom and other rooms where the humidity level is elevated. For such rooms, choose a device with at least IP44 protection;
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- appearance – color and shape will help to harmoniously fit the device into the interior of the room, in addition, you can choose the most compact option or choose a model equipped with a child lock system;
- functionality – decide whether you need to control the thermostat via the Internet or enough of the basic features of low-cost models of thermostats.
Helpful advice! “Advanced” models of thermostats are able to control various household appliances, in addition, they can be programmed by day of the week. These types of devices are relevant for a country house, where a couple of hours before arrival you will be able to set the required temperature, and at the rest of the time maintain a neutral +7 without extra energy costs.
In the cellar, where fruits, vegetables and preservation are stored, the primary task is to maintain a suitable air temperature. In case of frost or warming, temperature surges may be critical for supplies. To protect them, it is worth acquiring a thermostat with an air temperature sensor for the cellar. Due to its efficiency and adaptability to long-term continuous operation, such a device will be the optimal solution for creating the necessary indoor climate.
In the cellar, the uneven distribution of temperatures is especially important, so it is important to choose the right place for the location of the sensor. It should be:
- on average, not too big and not too small distance from the heater;
- low – optimally at a height of 3-5 cm above the floor;
- close to vegetables, fruits, canned goods and other products that are stored in the cellar.
Given the cost of the heater and the subsequent energy costs, I want to save as much as possible on the purchase of a thermostat. There are two main parameters, paying attention to which, you will make a reasonable purchase:
- availability of additional functions;
- manufacturing firm.
The cost of the thermostat affects its functionality. Therefore, first of all, analyze how you will use the device. For example, a thermostat controlled by wi-fi is much more expensive than the base model and it makes sense to overpay for a convenient function only if it is really necessary and you are going to use it. Otherwise, it’s easy to save by choosing a simpler model. For example, mechanical thermostats cost from 1200 rubles, electronic – from 1500, while the cost of programmable starts from 1700 rubles.
Another way to save money is to choose domestic analogues of foreign devices, which are cheaper, while they are similar in functionality and efficiency. For example, the cost of Eratherm thermostats starts from 2000 rubles, and the products of ELRA company – 1500 rubles.
