Have you ever wondered “how do infrared heaters work?” In the midst of our chilly Kansas winter, it may be hard to imagine soaking up the warmth of the sun at the moment. But try to recall last spring an occasion when you were perhaps shivering outside in the cool air, wishing you had worn a warmer jacket. Then when you moved into the sunlight, it was almost instantaneous for that welcome warmth to spread through your body, heating you up in moments. Ahh, remember now? Infrared heaters work similarly to the sun’s rays.
The Mechanics of Infrared Heaters
Infrared heaters emit infrared light, which is in a spectrum not visible to our eyes, but which is absorbed by our bodies, creating warmth. Infrared heaters produce this light through a series of coils and a reflector, which directs the light in one direction. The energy source behind an infrared heater is often electricity. An electrically powered infrared heater does not release pollutants into the air and does not rely on gas or fuel.
Will an Infrared Heater Warm a Large Area?
Infrared heaters only heat up the people or objects at which they are directed. They do not heat up the air, they only warm the things in the direct path of the rays. They do not move large quantities of air around nor do they become excessively hot. This also makes them considerably safer than other types of space heaters. They are not intended to heat a large area but are rather directionally positioned to warm up people using a smaller space such as seating around an outdoor dining table.
Where to Use an Infrared Heater
Infrared heaters are widespread in restaurants with outside dining areas. These outdoor spots would be too chilly to use in the spring, fall, or any time of the year when the temperature drops to a level not conducive to passive outdoor activities, such as dining or relaxing outside. You have probably experienced the pleasure of being able to sit outside at a restaurant with friends on a cool evening, particularly when the ceiling-mounted infrared heater is aimed at you! Infrared heaters are definitely available for home usage, and Energy Center-Manhattan Pool carries SolairaTM infrared patio heaters that could change the way in which you use your patio, sunroom, or other outdoor areas.
Solaira Infrared Heaters
Energy Center-Manhattan Pool is proud to carry Solaira infrared heaters for several reasons. Solaira is an industry leader which produces exceptional and energy-efficient infrared heaters. Made with the highest quality components, these patio heaters warm up almost instantly and are energy efficient to operate. They also come with smart controls such as a turn-off feature that engages if the device does not sense motion. In addition, the device will turn off if the outside temperature is higher than your temperature setting.
How do infrared heaters work? Infrared is electromagnetic wave energy that warms an object directly in its path, similar to the way that the rays of the sun work. Our bodies absorb this radiant energy and warm up when we are in the path of the infrared waves. Using an infrared patio heater is a brilliant way to improve your outdoor comfort when it would otherwise be uncomfortable to sit outside. Give the pros at Energy Center-Manhattan Pool a call or a visit and find out more about how a Solaira infrared heater can transform the way you use your outdoor space.
