Intelligent radiators, whatever next?
Of the common complaints we hear about electric heating, most problems come down to a lack of control. This is usually due to the fact that the heaters in many homes are older models, often in excess of 15 or 20 years. It is not untypical for an older heater to be slow to warm a room and then overshoot the set temperature, which makes a room uncomfortable. Most people then open a window to let out the excess heat to achieve a comfortable balance of temperature, which is simply a waste of money.
As you can imagine the technology behind these devices has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years, and at Dimplex we are working hard to introduce a level of intelligence into the latest generation of electric heaters to put an end to all those control problems. Q‐Rad, is a great example of an electric heater that combines the latest, most advanced technologies to give you maximum control over your heating, whilst also providing many energy-saving features which work automatically to help keep you warm for less.
The Dimplex Q-rad combines radiant heat, for the same feeling you get from a wet system radiator and convection heating elements that rapidly warm the air in the room. This combination enables a higher heat output from the Q-Rad versus comparable sized products, making Q-Rad more compact and attractive heater.
Q-Rad
But the most advanced feature is its intuitive self-learning algorithm, essentially giving the Q-Rad a brain. This monitors and understands the size and thermal characteristics of a room and then calculates an ‘Eco-Start’, deciding at what time it needs to start heating in order to reach a chosen target temperature, at a specified time. The electric radiator can even detect when a window or door has been opened and shuts down to a half-power setting to save energy, reducing running costs.
Q-Rad also incorporates the most accurate controls available, with an easy to use touchscreen with colour-coded temperature gradients for reading the thermostat output, and the ability to hold the set temperature to within 0.2°C.
Q-Rad Control
Q-Rad helps to meet the demand of households looking for safe, low-cost, convenient heating. It is quick and easy to fit, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish, is available in a choice of sizes and models are splash proof so may be used in bathrooms, so long as they are not fitted to close the bath, shower or basin.
Q-Rad brings a new level of intuitive control to home heating, it lets you choose when you want heat and at what temperature, then takes care of the rest. Heating rooms with this level of intelligence inevitably minimises wasted energy and more importantly can deliver cost savings for the homeowner.
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