Gas fan heaters from Trotec offer an unbeatable price-performance ratio when it comes to effective immediate heating of well-ventilated construction sites, workshops, storage rooms, garages, stables, greenhouses or even covered outdoor areas, tents and camping applications. In doing so, it is important to ventilate all indoor spaces as well as possible, because gas fan heaters are one of the direct heating systems that do not have a chimney. We explain what you should therefore specifically pay attention to in the fourth part of our Trotec ‘Heating’ guide.
A mobile solution par excellence: Gas direct heaters from the TGH-E series can be conveniently transported even in the smallest passenger car boot due to their extremely compact construction. And only a power socket and propane gas cylinder are required for the heating operation, as the connection hose and pressure reducer are already included in the scope of delivery. We explain how these heaters work, where they can be used best, and for which purposes gas fan heaters are not suited for.
Gas fan heaters – how they work
The gas direct heaters from the TGH-E series suck in their ambient air using a fan, then warm up the main air flow directly using a gas burner and blow the hot air back into the room. As a result, the exhaust gases as well as the water vapour also generated during the combustion process are blown out into the room together with the heated up air. However, in contrast to oil heater fans, no diesel or heating oil odour is created when heating with gas.
Safety is of the utmost importance in all devices of the TGH-E series: An integrated temperature sensor serves for flame failure protection and prevents unburned gas from escaping. In case of overheating, the gas supply is automatically interrupted by a safety thermostat while the fan continues to run for cooling. And the specially shaped outlet grille of the Trotec gas heaters protects from direct flame contact, while simultaneously ensuring an optimally whirled, high-volume stream of warm air.
How gas fan heaters are ideally used
Once in operation, pleasant heat is spread immediately, as the integrated fan ensures an effective flow of air from the ambient air drawn in and warm air blown-out. Even large spaces of up to approx. 300 m³ can thus be swiftly heated up using the gas fan heaters from Trotec. Since the combustion exhaust gases are released into the space as well, it is imperative that the area to be heated is very well ventilated so that the exhaust gases are blown away by a natural draught and oxygen can permanently enter the space – particularly when there are people and animals inside.
What gas fan heaters are not suited for
Because they develop lots of moisture when operating, gas heaters cannot be used to support construction drying. During combustion, approx. 1.6 kg of water vapour is produced per litre of fuel.
Good to know: Gas fan heaters …
- are suitable for use in well-ventilated indoor spaces and covered outdoor areas
- generate 100% heat output
- together with the heating air, give off combustion exhaust gases directly into the room
- are unsuitable for closed rooms
- cannot be used for construction drying, since approx. 1.6 kg of water vapour per litre of fuel is produced during combustion
- must not be used in rooms where there is a fire hazard due to the storage of flammable substances
Trotec brand quality – gas fan heaters in all performance classes from 10 KW to 30 kW
- Click here to go to an overview of the TGH-E gas heaters from Trotec
- Or you can call our team of experts for a purchase at +49 2452 962-400 or for rent at +49 2452 962-160 or use our contact form. We provide advice when it comes to choosing one and answer your questions regarding all heating related topics.
Overview of the Trotec guide ‘Heating’
1/10 Direct oil heaters – can be used in well-ventilated indoor spaces and covered outdoor areas
2/10 Direct infrared oil heaters – precisely directed infrared heat radiation
3/10 Chimney oil heaters (indirect oil heaters) – exhaust-free heat for indoor use
4/10 Gas fan heaters – affordable heat for well-ventilated indoor spaces
5/10 Electrical hot air fans – convenient, safe, clean and fast heat
6/10 Infrared radiant heaters – heat right where it is needed with no warm-up time
7/10 Quick comparison – which heating type for which intended purpose?
8/10 HEATBOX – energy savings of up to 70 % when heating tents and halls
9/10 Accessories for heaters outside the home – solutions from Trotec
10/10 Calculating the required heat output – the online heat output calculator from Trotec
