Are the Chinese diesel heaters any good?

However, the Chinese heaters tend to get a bad reputation for reliability, parts availability and, most importantly, safety. Chris Emmerson of CJE Caravan Repairs has seen a lot of dodgy products come through his workshop, but increasingly he is being asked to fix issues associated with cheap ducted diesel heaters.

Are diesel heaters cost effective?

Diesel is affordable. If you’re using a propane heater all winter, you’ll end up spending a lot of money on fuel. Diesel is affordable and readily available, which makes it an attractive proposition. Plus, diesel heaters for camper vans are so small and efficient that you’ll hardly notice them using any fuel.

How long can you run a Chinese diesel heater for?

It has a fuel tank with a 9-liter volume that can hold enough fuel for 18-20 hours of running.

What is the best diesel cab heater?

Best Campervan Diesel Heaters [2020]

  • Best Overall Diesel Air Heater. Triclicks 5kW.
  • Best Budget Diesel Air Heater. maXpeedingrods 5kW.
  • Best Premium Diesel Air Heater. Webasto Air Top 2000 STC.
  • Best Alternate Diesel Air Heater Option. Triclicks All-In-One.

Can you run diesel heater all night?

Even when the temperature outside is freezing cold, a diesel heater will keep you warm both during the day and night. They are reliable and will keep your van warm at the time when you need it by providing clean dry heat.

How much diesel does a diesel heater use per hour?

How much fuel does a diesel heater use? This solely depends on a number of things like the heater model, ambient temperature, and even the altitude can all affect the total fuel consumption per hour but typically you’ll be looking at 100ml per Kw.

What size diesel heater should I buy?

If you’re wondering between the two common choices of diesel heater sizes—2kW or 5kW—as mentioned above, it all depends on the length of your caravan. A 2kW heater will work well for a vehicle 21 feet or shorter, and a 5kW heater is best for caravans 24 feet or larger. Keen to learn more about caravanning?

Do you need ventilation for a diesel heater?

In short: Diesel heaters need to be vented. When the combustion of diesel occurs, some gases are formed. These gases are detrimental to your health and that of those inside the caravan or automobile.

Can diesel heaters catch fire?

Or in the most extreme case, death. A diesel heater does not have these hazards. It is difficult to ignite, and you can also use it while you are driving. Which makes it perfect for letting you heat your caravan, even while you are still on the road to your destination.

Can you drive with diesel heater on?

Fuel autonomy: diesel fuel is uniform worldwide and available 24/7, all year long. A very precise monitoring of fuel supplies is possible via the fuel-gauge. Heating autonomy: heating while driving is allowed worldwide.