With the onset of cold weather (usually "sudden" for any of us), each car owner thinks about whether his car will start or not. And even if the battery coped with the difficult task and the "cold start" was successfully carried out, with this method of operation, a number of negative consequences arise:
- engine parts wear out faster;
- the load on the battery increases: as a result, the service life is significantly reduced;
- the engine has been running at idle speed for quite a long time (and, this is not the most "useful" operating mode for it).
The preheating of the engine will not only prolong the “life” of the engine without repair, but will also significantly increase the comfort of using the car in winter.
The principle of operation and types of engine preheaters
All systems, regardless of design, installed in cars to facilitate starting the engine in the cold season, do not heat the engine itself, but increase the temperature of the surrounding coolant (they are called PZhD for short). Therefore, the antifreeze, which saves the engine from overheating while driving, warmed up with a pre-starting device, heats up the engine elements, which contributes to its easy start (even at very low temperatures).
According to the principle of operation, all engine preheaters (both gasoline and diesel) are divided into two main groups:
- autonomous;
- electrical.
The former use vehicle fuel as a source of energy. To operate the second, you need to connect to a 220 volt power grid.
Autonomous pre-heaters
This type of engine pre-heaters is the most functional, since it does not depend on the connection to external energy sources (therefore they are called autonomous). However, their cost is higher than electric ones. It is rather difficult to install such an engine heating with your own hands, without having the necessary technical skills and sufficient experience. In addition, self-installation of such high-tech devices leads to the loss of the vehicle warranty.
On a note! If the heater is installed in an authorized center, then all warranty obligations remain.
And, despite the rather high cost, such devices are very popular. By analogy with autonomous heating systems for buildings, such devices are sometimes called boilers. Until recently, the most famous manufacturers of these products were the German "Webasto" and "Eberspacher (Hydronic)". But now they are worthy competitors Russian firms: "Binar" and "Teplostar"; and also the Chinese "Belief".
Autonomous heating consists of:
- fuel pump;
- glow plug or glow plug (tungsten or cobalt);
- evaporative burner;
- combustion chambers;
- heat exchanger;
- blower motor;
- coolant inlet and outlet pipes;
- control unit.
The boiler is installed in the engine compartment and built into the vehicle's fuel and cooling systems. The diagram below helps you understand how an autonomous heater works.
When the device is turned on (with a button, a signal from a timer, a remote control unit or a GSM module), the air-fuel mixture enters the combustion chamber and is ignited with a glow plug (or glow plug). When the mixture burns, the heat exchanger heats up, which leads to heating of the coolant. The pump pumps the antifreeze through the engine and radiator of the standard interior heating system. When the liquid temperature reaches about 60 ° C, the automation unit turns on the interior fan.
The heater "Webasto Thermo Top Evo Start" (5 kW), designed for installation on cars with an engine capacity of up to 5 liters, with a programmable weekly timer and installation parts costs about 25,000 rubles. The remote control unit (range of about 1 km) and the GSM unit (for the possibility of control from a mobile phone) are purchased separately. Installation by a certified dealer will cost no more than 8000 ÷ 10000 rubles.
Passive electric heaters
In Canada and all Scandinavian countries, almost all parking spaces are equipped with sockets where such heaters can be connected.
In our country, only a few paid parking lots offer such a service. But, if you live in a private house or keep your car in the garage, then, undoubtedly, this device will greatly facilitate your life in cold weather.
The technically simplest and most cost-effective way to preheat a diesel or gasoline engine before starting in winter is to install an electric heater in place of one of the engine block plugs. Technologically, it is a conventional boiler of a certain size and power. The circulation of the liquid is carried out by gravity (the heated one goes up, and the cold one goes down). The choice of product depends on the specific engine model. Devices are widely represented on the market, practically for all car brands from various manufacturers.
For example, electric preheating of the engine from "DEFA" for the VAZ "ten" with a capacity of 550 W with additional spacers (for better fixation on the inner side of the cylinder block) and a sealing O-ring costs 1,700 ÷ 1,800 rubles. And for "Subaru Forester" a similar device (with a threaded mount) with a power of 600 W from the same manufacturer will cost 2,600 ÷ 2,800 rubles.
Depending on the type of plugs, manufacturers produce such devices both for threaded installation and for pressing. The model is chosen depending on the type of the engine itself.
Having even minimal technical skills, it is quite simple to install such a device for heating an engine from 220 V with your own hands (with a cable and a socket for connection):
- partially drain the coolant (usually 2 ÷ 2.5 liters are enough);
- dismantle the plug on the cylinder block (closest to the central part of the engine to ensure better heating);
- insert a heating element instead;
- we connect the electric cable;
- the outlet for connecting the power supply is either brought out through the radiator grill (for those who are not very worried about the appearance of the car), or we fix it in a convenient place on the front bumper (or under it).
To make it convenient to use such a device, you can additionally set an on / off timer.
Electric heaters with forced circulation of coolant
Electric heaters with a pump (to circulate the heated fluid through the engine and the radiator of the cabin heater) allow the entire engine to warm up evenly. Although these devices are more expensive than passive electrical systems, they are much more efficient. A thermostat built into the housing automatically turns off heating when the liquid temperature reaches 80 ° C.
The installation of such a device is quite simple:
- we drain the coolant;
- we fix the device case;
- we carry out a tie-in into the standard cooling system (between the exit from the cylinder block and the inlet pipe of the cabin radiator);
- fill in coolant.
Russian engine heater from 220 V "Sputnik NEXT" (power from 1.5 to 3 kW, which is chosen depending on climatic operating conditions and engine size) with a pump and automatic power off costs from 2,200 to 3200 rubles.
Having supplemented such a relay device with a temperature sensor to turn on the stove fan, we can count on not only an easy engine start, but also a car interior warmed up to a comfortable temperature.
Flexible thermoplates
The devices considered above, built into the cooling system, do not provide oil heating in engines. This is their significant disadvantage. In severe frosts, even with a well-heated engine, turning the thickened oil is quite problematic. Flexible heating plates for preheating the engine allow you to easily make a homemade device that quickly (in just 20-30 minutes) raises the oil temperature. Technologically, they are a heating element pressed between two layers of silicone. An adhesive composition (3M) is applied to one side of the plate, and a porous material with good thermal insulation on the other. The power of one heating element is from 60 to 400 W. Such devices are produced for connection to the on-board network of a car with a voltage of 12 or 24 V, or to a household power supply of 220 V. The cost of these products from Hotstart or Keenovo, depending on the size and power, is 2000 ÷ 8000 rubles per piece.
With the help of such devices, it is possible to easily heat the oil pan of the engine or automatic transmission. One plate measuring 127 x 152 mm and 100 W is sufficient for a car with an engine up to 3 liters.
The installation of such products is quite simple:
- we clean the installation site from dirt and paint;
- then remove the protective film and do not forget to glue the plate;
- apply a layer of sealant around the edges;
- we fix the electrical wires and drag them to the connection point.
By installing such plates (with a built-in thermal sensor) on the car's tank and fuel filter, you can create a heating device for the diesel engine fuel system.
The main advantages of such devices are:
- Low power consumption.
- The ability to use for heating a wide variety of components and mechanisms of the car.
- Easy to install (original vehicle systems remain unaffected).
- Autonomy (when using plates with 12 V power supply).
In custody
Which heater is the best to install on the car depends on your personal preferences, financial capabilities and parking space. By installing a heating system from a trusted and well-proven manufacturer, you will not only save time, but also be sure that your car will start even in severe frosts.
Prestart heaters are a proven solution for car owners who live in regions with cold winters and leave their cars in an open-air parking lot or in garages (hangars) without heating.
The review presents the best models of pre-heaters, the use of which will allow you to avoid huge starting loads of the engine in cold weather and significantly extend its resource. For the convenience of the reader, the information has been structured by typical categories of installations. The position in the rating of each model was formed based on the estimated characteristics of the heaters and feedback from owners with real operating experience.
The best liquid preheaters
The indisputable advantage of liquid fuel heaters is complete independence from other energy sources and the time the machine is in the cold. Prestarting heaters of this type burn the fuel that is in the car's tank. For the stove to work properly, there must be a working battery.
3 Binar-5S
The best domestic liquid heater
Country Russia
Average price: 24150 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9
The domestic company "Teplostar" has developed a whole line of autonomous heaters for gasoline and diesel cars. The Binar 5S Diesel model has ample opportunities. The device can work not only in preheating mode, but also as a preheating device. It is equipped with a GPS modem, which enhances the control of the heater. The model is designed for diesel engines up to 4 liters.
Car owners who have decided to supply Binar-5S for engine heating, in their reviews note such advantages of domestic development as compact dimensions, variability of installation and control. The device is notable for its affordable price, high quality workmanship, there is a self-diagnostic function.
2 Webasto Thermo Top Evo 5 petrol
The most popular autonomous heater
Country: Germany
Average price: 50,720 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9
The heaters of this German concern have become so popular among motorists that the concept of a pre-heater is often replaced with one word Webasto. Many models are designed for specific vehicles. The device can be started by a timer, from a remote control or via a mobile phone. One of the most popular modifications is the Webasto Thermo Top Evo 5 heater, which is perfect for cars, jeeps and minibuses with an engine capacity of no more than 4 liters.
Car owners note the high performance of the device, long and trouble-free operation, and unpretentiousness. The heater is completely autonomous, runs on gasoline and at peak load consumes 0.64 liters (in maintenance mode - almost half as much). In addition, there are many service centers in Russia where you can service and repair the popular Webasto.
The types of preparation of a car for a trip in winter, presented in the table, have both advantages and disadvantages. This allows each owner to choose the option most suitable for the prevailing operating conditions.
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Autostart |
Remote control and monitoring; An additional advantage of the "two in one" device is the presence of an alarm; Possibility of configuring autorun operation on schedule or engine temperature (the most relevant option for the northern regions). |
Decrease in car anti-theft security (many insurance companies even refuse to provide the risks of theft or significantly increase the cost of the policy); Modern high-performance motors do not heat up when idling, which means a cold interior; Provides a gentle mode of starting the engine only in the mode of operation when the engine temperature drops. |
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Does not depend on external energy sources; Provides heating of the passenger compartment and engine fluids; |
High cost and maintenance costs; Runs on fuel from the car's tank; |
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Affordable cost; Easy to install and operate; Different devices are required for heating the car interior and the engine; Extends the life of the motor by reducing the load at startup. |
Availability of "walking" accessibility to the AC network; In the absence of electricity, it will not be able to prepare the car for the trip. |
1 EBERSPACHER HYDRONIC B4 WS
Excellent combination of price and quality
Country: Germany
Average price: 36,200 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9
The best liquid autonomous heaters are rightfully considered the Eberspacher models. They combine high quality and value. One of the most common heaters is the Eberspächer Hydronic B4WS 12V. It is installed by many car manufacturers on passenger cars with engines larger than 2 liters. The power of the heater ranges from 1.5 to 4.3 kW. The range includes modifications for gasoline engines, as well as devices for heating diesel engines.
Consumers note the reliability and durability of the device. It is easy to operate and convenient to use. Thanks to the widespread use of heaters, many car services are engaged in their repair and restoration. Of the minuses, car owners note the high price of the device.
Best Electric Heaters
Electric heaters operating from a 220 V network are distinguished by their ease of installation and low price. The only drawback of the device is the need for a household electrical outlet near the car. The devices are suitable for cars that spend frosty nights in garages or boxes.
3 Longfei 3 kW
The most affordable price
Country: China
Average price: 2350 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.5
The Chinese Longfei pre-heater is designed to raise the temperature of the coolant in a car using a household power supply. One of the most demanded devices was Longfei 3 kW. Heating of the liquid is provided with the help of a heating element, and the circulation of antifreeze along the circuit of the cooling system is carried out thanks to a centrifugal pump. The device requires a 220 V power supply. The heater can be installed on any cars and trucks. The model is equipped with a thermostat, which allows you to maintain the specified temperature of the coolant.
Buyers speak flatteringly about products from the Middle Kingdom. The only drawback is the short cord. But the device can be independently installed under the hood, it has small dimensions and weight.
2 Satellite NEXT 1.5 kW with pump
Optimal ratio of quality and price
Country Russia
Average price: 2550 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6
An excellent inexpensive solution for heating the engine of a passenger car or minibus. It is possible to install Sputnik NEXT on your own - a simple integration scheme into the engine cooling system has it. Thanks to the forced circulation, even in severe frosts, the temperature of the antifreeze rises above zero.
Owners find this model a worthy alternative to more expensive pre-launch engine heaters. Judging by the reviews, the equipment performs its function quite effectively. The presence of simple automation will not overheat the antifreeze above the permissible limits (95 ° C), but will temporarily turn off the heater. The device is simple and unpretentious in operation, and in maintenance it requires minimal time expenditures. Thanks to the circulation, partial heating of the passenger compartment is also achieved (dash and windshield area).
1 Severs + with pump 2 kW
Easy to install. Mechanical timer
Country Russia
Rating (2019): 4.8
Domestic manufacturer CJSC "Leader" produces pre-heaters under the Severs brand. The new generation device is the 2 kW model Severs + equipped with a pump. This design provides fast and uniform heating of the coolant, both in passenger cars and trucks. The manufacturer has equipped the device with a thermostat, overheating protection, which makes its operation comfortable and safe.
Motorists can easily cope with the installation of the heater, the kit contains detailed instructions. It is very convenient to set up the switching on of the device using a daily mechanical timer.
Best fuel heaters
One of the main problems of a diesel car in winter is fuel waxing. The lower the temperature, the more the diesel oil thickens, clogging the pores of the filter. An effective way to maintain fluidity is to install a fuel heater.
3 ATK PT-570
Most economical
Country Russia
Average price: 4702 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6
A reliable heater will prevent diesel fuel waxing in severe frosts and will allow you to continue driving, regardless of weather conditions. Powered by the vehicle's cooling system and requires little or no maintenance. The injection into the fuel line can be carried out by an experienced driver on his own - the procedure is not at all complicated and will require a minimum of time.
The owners in their reviews highlight the simplicity of the equipment, the absence of the need to connect to the vehicle's on-board network. With this heater it becomes possible to use summer diesel fuel at temperatures down to -40 ° C. In addition, the heated fuel enters the tank and further along the system moves in a heated state without forming paraffin crystals, which increases the service life of the lines. In addition, significant savings (up to 10%) of fuel are achieved, and drivers value the PT-570 fuel heater most of all for this.
2 EPTF-150 Y (YaMZ)
Best Fuel Filter Heater
Country Russia
Average price: 1305 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9
Based on the experience of domestic motorists, NPP Platan has produced a series of fuel filter heaters. This device prevents the formation of paraffin in the filter element of diesel cars. Thanks to the heating of the fuel in the filter, it is possible not only to facilitate engine start-up, but also to slightly expand the limit of the use of diesel fuel towards lower temperatures. One of the most effective models is EPTF-150 Ya (YaMZ). The device is mounted inside the fuel filter, which ensures fast diesel warming up.
Motorists respond positively to the efficiency of the heater. Even a frozen filter, a semiconductor heater can warm up in 5-10 minutes. The device continues to provide filterability of diesel fuel while the car is in motion.
1 NOMAKON PP-101 12V
The best instantaneous fuel heater
Country: Belarus
Average price: 4700 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9
Simple and effective devices for heating diesel fuel were created by Belarusian developers from the Nomacon company. One of the most popular devices was Nomakon PP-101. It crashes into the fuel line, and heating comes from the on-board network. The heater can be controlled automatically or manually. Before starting the engine, it is enough to briefly turn on the heating for 5-10 minutes to ensure the filterability of the diesel fuel. When the car is moving, the device is powered from the generator.
Consumers note the unpretentiousness and durability of the device. It is easy to install it under the hood yourself, following the manufacturer's recommendations.
The best interior heaters
This category contains the best devices that will allow the owner to forget what it means to get behind the wheel of a frozen car. Heaters will provide not only comfortable operation in the winter months, but also save the owner's most precious resource - time.
3 Calix Slim Line 1400 w
High quality equipment
Country: Sweden
Average price: 7537 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8
The device does not have a mode of operation and is automatically regulated according to the temperature indicators of the interior air. The heater does an excellent job and is the optimal solution for most passenger cars and small crossovers. The device has a special stand and can be placed anywhere in the passenger compartment (as a rule, it is located in the area of \u200b\u200bthe central armrest or in the driver's seat).
The heater is easy to operate and has overheating and short circuit protection. In their reviews, the owners note the rather compact dimensions of the device and its high efficiency. The automatic control of the heater is also positively noted - there are no fears that with prolonged use the air in the cabin will be unacceptably overheated.
2 DEFA Termini 2100 (DEFA connector) 430060
The most powerful electric heater
Country: Norway
Average price: 9302 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8
An excellent solution for heating the interior of a large passenger car, jeep and even a truck cab. The electric heater is connected to a conventional 220 Volt network and has two heating modes. The built-in fan circulates air in the passenger compartment and heats up quickly. It is possible to use it together with the engine preheater systems of this company and remotely control it via the SmartStart console.
The owners, who decided to install DEFA Termini heaters in their cars, are more than satisfied - the cold steering wheel and the glass frozen from the inside are a thing of the past. Thanks to the built-in sensors, the interior air will be warmed up to a comfortable level, and with a further rise in temperature, an automatic shutdown occurs (55 ° C inside the device). Judging by the reviews, this device cannot be compared with ceramic heaters powered by the on-board network (their power is clearly not enough to fully warm up the car interior).
1 Teplostar PLANAR-44D-24-GP-S
The best interior heating
Country Russia
Average price: 23,900 rubles.
Rating (2019): 5.0
The device is an autonomous system running on diesel fuel and is a more affordable analogue of Webasto heaters. It can be installed on any type of transport - it perfectly warms up the interior from a passenger car to a minibus, and also copes with heating the body space in small cargo vans.
In the reviews of the owners, the compactness of the equipment is noted. Installation is quite simple and can be done on your own. When installed on vehicles with a gasoline engine, a small fuel tank is required. The presence of a remote control is also positively noted, with which you can adjust the temperature of the cabin. At maximum power (4 kW), the PLANAR-44D will consume a little less than 0.5 liters of fuel per hour. With conventional heating or a small size, the car consumption will be only 0.12 liters of diesel fuel per hour.
The most inexpensive type of engine preheater is electric, built into the cylinder block or located next to it. In fact, this is a modified electric boiler. Only its main task is not to bring the liquid to a boil, but to heat it up to such a state that the engine can quickly start in the cold season.
With the first view, everything is clear: the power of the devices is only 400-750 W. Their purpose is to maintain a certain temperature regime directly in the cylinder block. In addition to a heating element and a wire leading to a 220 volt outlet, there are no additional sensors, nozzles and other devices here.
Video - self-installation of a 220-volt electric engine preheater:
A "boiler" with a wire is not enough for you? Then it will not be superfluous to buy an ordinary timer, if accuracy up to every second is so fundamentally important to you.
The most famous Russian heaters of this type are "Homeless" (from 1,200 rubles), "Start-mini" (from 950 rubles). The mentioned devices are mainly intended for, but are there any obstacles for domestic craftsmen?
For the sake of fairness, it should be noted that our motorists still consider the car primarily a luxury on which too much money has been spent. People are somehow not ready to "pamper" their iron horses with expensive heaters, and therefore the popularity of models, the cost of which does not exceed 2,000 rubles, is growing. The same cohort includes models with the names Lestar, Start M1, Start M2, Siberia-M, Alliance.
Recently, units of this type have begun to improve, they are supplied not only with timers, but also with an emergency switch, which, in case of overheating, stops the supply of electricity. The disadvantage of such structures is that it has become more difficult to install them in the space near the engine.
Another point that makes the use of such devices not too pleasant is the need to open the hood lid each time in order to stretch the wire from the device to the outlet. True, now the connector has already begun to be displayed under the bumper, which greatly facilitated operation.
Video - 12 volt engine pre-heater (24V, 220V) in the form of flexible heating plates:
More "advanced" pre-heaters are autonomous, adapted to power supply from the car network and designed for a voltage of 12 volts. Along with a lot of advantages, such devices also have very significant disadvantages:
- the presence of internal fixtures subject to wear and tear and requiring replacement;
- the formation of deposits in the pipes and combustion chambers due to insufficient cleaning of the fuel;
- installation requiring certain skills;
- great value.
This is exactly the last point - the main reason why the purchase of pre-starting autonomous heaters is constantly postponed until later. After all, not everyone can easily shell out an average of 30,000 to 90,000 rubles per device, even if its usefulness is beyond doubt.
Those who installed on their car leave the most different, but among them there are many positive ones.
Video - engine pre-heater from 220 Volt Severs + on a Mitsubishi L200 car:
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Starting a car in winter is difficult for anyone who does not have an engine preheater. This device is designed to heat up the coolant, which in turn heats up the engine components, which contributes to easy starting even at critically low temperatures. The operation of the RPM allows not only to facilitate the launch of the internal combustion engine, but to increase its resource and, in general, to increase the comfort of operation in winter.
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Works from the network. An electronic timer can be connected. For engines up to 4 liters. Power depending on modification is 1-2 kW. |
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A set of equipment designed for maximum easy starting of a car at any subzero temperatures. For control - a Futura mini-timer. |
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Autonomous liquid unit 12 Volt, 5 kW for an engine with a volume of up to 4 liters with a liquid cooling system at temperatures up to -45 ° C. |
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The power is 5.2 kW, which is enough for connection both according to the classic scheme and according to the scheme of a standard cabin heater. |
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Component model, convenient in that it is smaller, more powerful and suitable for installation in very limited spaces. |
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Structurally divided into two main units - pump and fuel pump. Can be placed anywhere. |
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Accelerates power from 7 to 30 kW. Consumes from 0.7-3.7 diesel per hour. Switch on / off from the remote control, automatic temperature control. |
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There is no need to start the engine - you can turn it on right from the evening and maintain the temperature until you start driving. |
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Operates on a standard 220V network and heats up the engine to the temperature recommended by the manufacturer in about an hour. |
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After starting the engine, the electronic control unit automatically turns on an instantaneous diesel fuel heater if its temperature is below 5 ° C. |
Varieties of engine preheaters
According to the principle of operation, PPD for gasoline and diesel engines are divided into two main groups:
- autonomous;
- electrical.
Autonomous
They use the fuel of the car itself as energy. They are more convenient, do not depend on external sources, but they are more expensive. If there is no standard heater, a ready-made installation kit is installed at the service station.
Electrical
To operate this option, you must be connected to a 220 volt power grid. The principle of operation is the same as for a conventional boiler, in which the coolant is heated. The circulation is carried out by gravity (the heated one goes up, and the cold one goes down).
Autonomous liquid heaters are installed under the hood of the car and operate on one of the types of fuel: gasoline, diesel fuel, gas.
Longfei with pump 3 kW
Heats up the coolant and makes it move in a small cycle, warming up the power unit even without idle operation, without wasting fuel. Heating element is used for heating, circulation - centrifugal pumping equipment. These elements are located in the body of the device and operate from a household power supply with a voltage of 220 volts.
Longfei 3 kW
This model has a thermostat and a power control system. When the coolant reaches the upper temperature limit, the equipment shuts down. As soon as it cools down to the lower set limit, the heating and the pump are automatically turned on. As a result, the engine is always ready to start and start moving.
Longfei miniature heaters are designed with the market in mind. Their dimensions are only 8 × 7.7 × 11.8 cm. Heaters are securely fixed to the branch pipes with clamps, without requiring special fastening for this. They are fixed in a sequential method by cutting into the inlet tube of the cabin heater. The model warms up the engine evenly at high speed. The electronics are highly resistant to moisture and are reliable.
Longfei price from 2390 rubles.
Eberspächer HYDRONIC 3 B4E is installed on petrol engines. Power 4 kW. The voltage of the on-board network is 12V. Very easy to install and operate, the kit includes a disc with a description of the installation process and specifications.
Infinitely adjustable heating power, enhanced protection against water and salt, accelerated heating of antifreeze, reduced current consumption, low noise level. According to the official website of the manufacturer, this is one of the best options for a passenger car.
The “Binar-5S” heater is designed to warm up a gasoline engine with a volume of up to four liters before starting. Used at temperatures as low as -45 ° C. It can operate in two modes: pre-heater and re-heater.
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Prestart heaters for passenger cars are presented in a large assortment, we will consider the most popular models of 2018. The heater Webasto t400vl is designed specifically for the Russian market. A distinctive feature is the ability to warm up not only the car engine, but also create a comfortable temperature in the cabin.
WEBASTO Thermo Top Evo Comfort + The power of the Webasto unit is 5 kW, which is enough for normal operation on gasoline engines with a working volume of up to 4 liters. The delivery set does not provide for a standard control body. Higher coolant temperature, early start-up of the ADP5 fan, faster heating thanks to the control of the liquid pump and better heat transfer "work" for maximum efficiency. Severs is a budgetary volatile heater that operates on a standard power supply. The set includes a thermostat that protects against engine overheating. Heating up to 60 ° C is carried out in 1-1.5 hours. At a temperature of 85 ° C, the system stops working. If the coolant temperature drops to 50 ° C, the heater starts up again. It is noteworthy that the heater is protected against moisture and electric shock.
The only drawback of Severs is that he needs an outlet, so such a device can only be used if there is an electrical outlet. DEFA WarmUp 1350 wFutura is the maximum system for preheating the engine, the passenger compartment and charging the vehicle battery. The system is controlled via the Futura mini-timer.
The kit includes:
The big advantage is that the device consists of module blocks and armored connecting cables. Optionally, they can be installed either as separate units or as a whole complex. How to warm up the engine when the outlet is not nearby? Option one - burn your own fuel. This is how autonomous pre-heaters are arranged: these are small stoves that burn fuel taken from the tank and heat the built-in heat exchanger. It is easy to automate such a pre-heater - connect a timer, alarm control output to it. Teplostar prestarting BINAR-5S (gasoline)The pre-heater of the BINAR-5S engine is a domestic analogue of the well-known German Webasto, which favorably differs from it in terms of price and with a wider operating temperature range - up to -45 ° С. It is installed on passenger cars with a liquid cooling system running on gasoline.
Control of the BINAR-5S operation is carried out through an alarm system, a remote control timer or via an application via a GSM modem. This makes it possible, on command or on a schedule, to heat the antifreeze in the car to a temperature of 85 ° C with subsequent shutdown or reheating at low power. A set of equipment designed to be connected to a cabin heater or as a separate unit for easier starting a car in winter.
Installed on all types of equipment, including commercial vehicles and trucks. The kit includes:
Users in the reviews draw attention to the fact that Thermo Top Evo Comfort, although it is intended only for heating the engine without a passenger compartment (for this there is a more expensive version of Top Evo Comfort +), wires for the interior heater function are also included in the braid of wires.
The petrol version has a maximum heating output of 5 kW at the start of the engine warm-up cycle. During operation, the power of the engine heater is reduced to 1.5 kW, which leads to a decrease in fuel consumption and battery charge. Diesel at subzero temperatures becomes thick like jelly, as a result of which it becomes daunting to start the engine even at -10 ° C. Someone chooses a diesel of special winter brands, but it is not sold at all gas stations. Others opt for a diesel preheater. One does not interfere with the other, but in the aggregate will create generally ideal conditions for any frost. TEPLOSTAR 14TS-10, 20TS, 15TSG are new models with a capacity of 12-20 kW, designed for buses and trucks that run on diesel fuel or on compressed natural gas. It is installed even on Kamaz
Teplostar Diesel engine-heater 14ТС-10-12-С Such heaters provide warming up of the vehicle engine and interior during the cold season. The main advantages of vehicles (diesel), on which the installed heater "TEPLOSTAR":
Liquid Hydronic 35 is designed for installation in buses, freight transport, container structures, special equipment, ships. Heating power 35 kW, which contributes to the fastest and most efficient heating of the engine, car interior, cabins, cabins of trucks.
Hydronic is structurally divided into two main units - a pump and a fuel pump, which allows it to be installed in any chosen place, which significantly saves space. This design is optimal for installation in vehicles with a lack of free space under the hood. APZh-30D - preheater for diesel engine. The heater requires a 24V power supply to operate.
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In winter, the driver faces many problems. First of all, they are associated with poor starting of the car engine. In order to solve this problem, experts advise installing special pre-heaters. These devices are able not only to guarantee engine start in any weather, but also significantly reduce the emission of exhaust gases into the atmosphere. Thus, the driver has the opportunity to take care of the environment. Some models of pre-heaters, due to their action, save the owner a lot of fuel. Friction between engine parts is greatly reduced directly. At the same time, the wear of important elements is much slower, which has a positive effect on the performance of all units. The most inexpensive type of engine preheater is electric, built into the cylinder block or located next to it. In fact, this is a modified electric boiler. Only its main task is not to bring the liquid to a boil, but to heat it up to such a state that the engine can quickly start in the cold season.
With this view, everything is clear: the power of the devices is only 400-750 W. Their purpose is to maintain a certain temperature regime directly in the cylinder block. In addition to a heating element and a wire leading to a 220 volt outlet, there are no additional sensors, nozzles and other devices here. The branch pipe leading to the radiator is simply cut and a heater is inserted there from both ends. A "boiler" with a wire is not enough for you? Then it will not be superfluous to buy an ordinary timer, if accuracy up to every second is so fundamentally important to you. The most famous Russian heaters of this type are "Homeless" (from 1,200 rubles), "Start-mini" (from 950 rubles). The mentioned devices are mainly intended for cars of domestic brands, such as VAZ, GAZ, UAZ, but are there any obstacles for domestic craftsmen?
For the sake of fairness, it should be noted that our motorists still consider the car primarily a luxury on which too much money has been spent. People are somehow not ready to "pamper" their iron horses with expensive heaters, and therefore the popularity of models, the cost of which does not exceed 2,000 rubles, is growing. The same cohort includes models with the names Lestar, Start M1, Start M2, Siberia-M, Alliance.
What determines the power of the preheater?
First of all, the power of the preheater is associated with the limiting frequency of the device. Typically, this parameter lies within 50 Hz, however, deviations are possible. The piston diameter is also taken into account. Its size ultimately affects the circulation rate of the flow. The higher the operating power of the appliance, the faster the temperature builds up. Usually, antifreeze in the engine is able to warm up to 60 degrees. The average heating time is 3 minutes. In this case, much also depends on the location of the preheater. As mentioned earlier, it must be securely fastened and not blown around.Scheme of a pre-heater "Webasto"
The "Webasto" model has a standard installation diagram. The engine preheater has a tubular electric heater in the central part. To connect it to the impeller, a special bushing is installed. The thermostat in this case is located at the top of the structure. The fuel is supplied from the cylinder side. Thus, the circulating flow of the device is quite high. The main chamber of the device is made of stainless steel, so the temperature is kept high. There is a pump under the control unit. As a result, the power of the pre-heater can be adjusted.Device model "Webasto 220V"
The pre-heater of the Webasto 220V engine differs from other devices in its volumetric heat exchanger. It is located directly above the tubular electric heater. In this case, the piston has a small diameter. However, the impeller takes up a lot of space. The fuel supply to the system is regulated by a special sensor. In order to change the limiting temperature of the liquid, there is a control unit. In this regard, many models are equipped with a self-diagnosis system. Additionally, the Webasto 220V engine preheater is produced with fans. In this case, they cope with overheating of the main camera of the device. Do-it-yourself installation of the heater does not require much time and any special knowledge. Almost every car enthusiast who knows where the main working components of the car are located will be able to cope with the task. The installation process itself will take no more than 3 hours. But if you are not sure that the installation will be performed normally, it is better, nevertheless, to visit the technical station. In case of self-installation, follow the detailed instructions. As a rule, it comes with the device.
What power of heating element do you need to buy?
0.5kw - the power of the heating element, which can be used in the parking lot to maintain a constant engine temperature. This power is not enough to warm up the engine in severe frost. 1kw - the power of the heating element, which is recommended to be selected for 8kl engines VAZ 2110, VAZ 2114 1,5kw - the power of the heating element, which is recommended to be selected for 16kl engines VAZ 2110, LADA Priora, Kalina How long does it take to warm up the engine to start the car in cold weather? The time is selected experimentally and depends on many factors (type of engine, power of the electric heater, air temperature, etc.). Approximately: in order to start the VAZ 2110 16kl engine without any problems in frost -30C using an electric heater of 1.5 kW, you need to rely on a heating time of 30-60 minutes. Of course, you can turn on the engine heater for a longer time, then the engine will be already hot, but there will be no boiling.
