ECL infrared heaters
Description
ECL infrared heaters are manufactured on the basis of ECS ceramic infrared emitters. They are available in four versions: type I, II, II IV for 1, 2, 3 and 4 emitters respectively. The emitters are fixed inside to the ceramic bar and then to the electric wire in a silicone sheath, the wire at the output is protected by a brass nickel-plated choke.
Infrared heaters can be used both for space heating and in technological processes. Infrared heating is based on the transfer of heat energy from the surface of the ceramic radiator to the object to be heated without air. It is most profitable to use such infrared heaters in hard-to-heat premises of large volume: churches, production shops, warehouses, service stations, outdoor cafes, balconies, etc.
Heating of the air is a secondary effect. The heat generated by the heated objects (floor, walls, furniture, people, etc.) heats the air. The advantage of using this method of heating is to achieve thermal comfort at a reduced temperature of 3-4 °C compared to the conventional method of heating.
Additional savings can be obtained by using automatic room temperature control. In this case, when the set temperature is reached, all heaters installed in the room will be turned off Cost-effective use and ease of installation, compared to other heating methods, make infrared heating very attractive.
Basic Сharacteristics
| Type of infrared heater ECL | I | II | III | IV |
| Number of emitters | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Width, cm | 95 | |||
| Size A (total length), cm | 28 | 54 | 78 | 100 |
| Dimension B (length of protective box), cm | 21 | 41 | 64 | 88 |
Voltage, V: 220/230 (400 to order).
Power, W:
ECL I – 200, 500, 650 (to order from 100 to 1000).
ECL II – 400, 1000, 1300 (to order from 200 to 2000).
ECL III and ECL IV – the possibility of production and capacity, please check with managers.
Compliance with norms:
Infrared heaters ECL are manufactured and tested in accordance with the standard: PN-EN 60519-1: 2005
How to select
The main parameter in the design of heating with infrared heaters is the determination of the power density (the amount of power per square meter of heated area), measured in W/m2. The following are indicative values of the required power density to achieve a given temperature in rooms with different thermal insulation.
| Type of room | Power W/m2 to get the temperature | ||
| Room with good thermal insulation | 60 | 80 | 100 |
| Room with poor thermal insulation | 90 | 120 | 150 |
| Not an isolated room | 200 | 230 | 260 |
| Semi-open room | 230 | 280 | 330 |
| The approximate temperature we get | |||
| 13°С | 16°С | 19°С | |
When selecting the power density, it should be taken into account that infrared heating gives the impression that the ambient air temperature is 3-4°C higher than it actually is.
Infrared heaters are installed on walls or suspended from the ceiling so that the radiation stream is directed towards the object to be heated. Here are the recommended distances from surfaces when installing heaters. The coverage of the heated area should be uniform in order to achieve a uniform power density.
Recommended heater installation height: 2.5 m to 3.5 m.
The area covered by one heater in m2 is shown below, depending on the mounting method and installation height.
| Wall mount | |||
| Installation height | 2.5 m | 3 m | 3.5 m |
| Heated area | 8 m2 | 20 m2 | 40 m2 |
| Ceiling mount | |||
| Installation height | 2.5 m | 3 m | 3.5 m |
| Heated area | 17 m2 | 24 m2 | 32 m2 |
EXAMPLE OF CALCULATIONS AND PLACEMENT OF RADIATORS
Workshop room dimensions: 10m length, 5m width, floor area 50 m2, with poor thermal insulation, expected temperature – 16 oC.
The power density will be 120 W/m2, wall mounting, installation height – 3m.
Total power: 50 m2 x 120 W/m2 = 6000 W.
Number of ECL-1000 radiators: 6 pcs.
Placement of radiators as shown in the picture:
Heater installation
The Intmax ECL – 1000 type infrared heater must be mounted at a height of at least 1.8 m from the floor. The minimum distance from the surface to be heated must be at least 80 cm.
In order to comply with fire safety rules, heaters must not be installed in close proximity to curtains, drapes, curtains, furniture, etc. It is forbidden to install the radiator near flammable materials and in an explosive room.
In order to increase the service life of the radiators, it is not recommended to use the heaters in rooms with high humidity: bathtub, shower, swimming pool, etc.
Infrared heater is connected to AC 220/230 V, 50 Hz with grounding.
For maximum effect when wall mounting the heater it is necessary to set the angle of inclination of the heater to 37°30′ – align the position of the holder with the marks marked on the body.
When the installation is complete, make sure that there is no interference with the radiation path. The upper ventilation part of the heater must not be covered by anything. The power supply wire must not touch the ECL-1000 heater housing.
Ceramic radiators are mounted with the ECLR frame.
The ECL-1000 heater must be mounted according to the diagram shown in the figure:
Connection types
The current lead to the spherical ceramic emitters is carried out by a wire insulated with ceramic beads (with a ring tip). The standard length of the leads is 200 mm.
The current lead to the spherical ceramic emitters is carried out by a wire insulated with ceramic beads (with a pin tip). The standard length of the leads is 200 mm.