Heater recommendation?

[budLIFE60]

Depends how high you set the thermostat. But its more efficient than other types in my opinion

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Yeah thanks was just trying to get a ballpark number so I have something to go off of. Your right though from what I hear they are one of the most efficient.

 

[BBbubblegum]

Active airflow plus having the heater kick on only when the temperature is low and it shouldn't be a problem.

Unfortunately the temperaure based outlet is failing to turn on the heater properly, maybe it will work with the heating mat

 

[ttystikk]

Unfortunately the temperaure based outlet is failing to turn on the heater properly, maybe it will work with the heating mat

Doesn't your heater come with an internal thermostat? Many, if not most do...

 

[BBbubblegum]

Doesn't your heater come with an internal thermostat? Many, if not most do...

This is what Im working with. Haven't found a way for it to turn on under 60-65F http://www.walmart.com/ip/45466950?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222227033976293&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=72187261352&wl4=&wl5=pla&wl6=140125456352&veh=sem

 

[ttystikk]

This is what Im working with. Haven't found a way for it to turn on under 60-65F http://www.walmart.com/ip/45466950?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222227033976293&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=72187261352&wl4=&wl5=pla&wl6=140125456352&veh=sem

So what's wrong with that? A lil heat keeps things stable, reduces condemnation, maintains a lower RH... what's the problem? The less of a temperature change between night and day, the better.

 

[BBbubblegum]

So what's wrong with that? A lil heat keeps things stable, reduces condemnation, maintains a lower RH... what's the problem? The less of a temperature change between night and day, the better.

I suppose i could turn the heater on low every night and just hope it doesnt go over the 85F max overheat turn off. The problem is that i cannot control an automatic setup where it turns on under 65, and shuts off over say 80 and this cycle continues. Unfortunately the temperature outlet i bought isnt able to control the heater.

 

[ttystikk]

I suppose i could turn the heater on low every night and just hope it doesnt go over the 85F max overheat turn off. The problem is that i cannot control an automatic setup where it turns on under 65, and shuts off over say 80 and this cycle continues. Unfortunately the temperature outlet i bought isnt able to control the heater.

Try it for a few hours to see how hot it gets. Low continuous heat is the best.

 

[It's not oregano]

I suppose i could turn the heater on low every night and just hope it doesnt go over the 85F max overheat turn off. The problem is that i cannot control an automatic setup where it turns on under 65, and shuts off over say 80 and this cycle continues. Unfortunately the temperature outlet i bought isnt able to control the heater.

Ahem, the stc1000 i mentioned above will do that. If you use a single pole double socket you can plug a manual timer into the spare socket and every time the socket is live your heater will turn on and the timer will move. That way you can see exactly how long it is on per day/week and work out your exact cost of running.
If you can wire a plug you can wire a stc1000, it is a lot simpler than it first looks

 

[Igotthe6]

Those Delonghi electric heaters,the oil filled radiator the low setting is 1100 watts,they suck. They really gobble up the juice.I think they are manufactured by the electric company. I bought 3 last year,threw them out in 2 month.

 

[bird mcbride]

Is this shed insulated?

 

[bravedave]

Those Delonghi electric heaters,the oil filled radiator the low setting is 1100 watts,they suck. They really gobble up the juice.I think they are manufactured by the electric company. I bought 3 last year,threw them out in 2 month.

Then they have gone downhill. I have a couple that are at least 20 years old and one I now have in my grow room. It has a top end amperage of 1.2 and 18 temperature setting. (Low/med/high) via switch and then a 6pt temp. It certainly does not use all its amperage on low. I like the radiator finned design, as I can angle it in front of my intake and deflect the cold air coming in away from my plants. I use it with the Lux outlet thermostat I mention above and it works super in a 7x7x8 room at times when outside the room has been -15F. (I exhaust sparingly during those times). That said, I know liitle about tent dynamics except for the canvas tent I camp in...it has a wood stove for heat.

 

[BBbubblegum]

Is this shed insulated?

No but i may decide to take an hour and add some. Sheetrock is not an option though, too expensive for the whole shed.

 

[bird mcbride]

You won't regret insulation. It saves money in the long run. White 4'x 8'x 1" sheets of Coralight insulation. It's light in weight and looks like Styrofoam but it doesn't burn. It's mainly used in concrete. In white it acts as a great reflector as well.

 

[ttystikk]

You won't regret insulation. It saves money in the long run. White 4'x 8'x 1" sheets of Coralight insulation. It's light in weight and looks like Styrofoam but it doesn't burn. It's mainly used in concrete. In white it acts as a great reflector as well.

Just put panda film over the insulation. Easier to clean and reflects very well.

 

[BBbubblegum]

Thank you all, I will be insulating at some point. Determined to make it work