Car heater with copper pipe radiator, manual control, 12V/24V DC motor, four-hole 34cm x 12cm x 8cm metal housing, for cab heating and windshield defrosting using engine coolant.
Car heater with copper pipe radiator, manual control, 12V/24V DC motor, four-hole 34cm x 12cm x 8cm metal housing, for cab heating and windshield defrosting using engine coolant.
12V and 24V Copper Pipe Car Heater for Cab Warming and Windshield Defrosting
This car heater provides a practical solution for increasing comfort and safety during colder months by utilising your vehicle's existing systems. It functions as an auxiliary heating unit, drawing thermal energy from your engine's cooling water to warm the cabin air and help clear ice from the windshield. The unit features manual controls for straightforward operation and is housed in a compact metal casing, making it a functional addition for drivers seeking to improve their in-car environment without complex climate control systems.
Features and Construction
The heater is built around a core heat exchange system designed to integrate with your car's engine. Its construction prioritises a direct connection to the vehicle's coolant circuit to provide a consistent heat source whenever the engine is running.
Material and Build
The main housing of the heater is constructed from metal, providing a robust enclosure for the internal components. Inside, a radiator assembly utilises a copper pipe configured with four holes, which is responsible for transferring heat from the engine's coolant to the air blown into the cabin. The use of copper aids in efficient thermal transfer.
Size and Practical Fit
The unit's external dimensions are 34cm in length, 12cm in width, and 8cm in height. This compact size is intended to facilitate installation within the engine bay or associated ducting. The design includes two water pipe joints on the heater's tank for connecting the inlet and outlet rubber hoses to the vehicle's cooling system.
Uses and Placement
This heater serves two primary functions: raising the temperature inside the vehicle's cabin and assisting with windshield maintenance. It is suited for use in various vehicles, provided they have compatible cooling and electrical systems.
Event or Professional Use
The heater can be valuable for vehicles that operate for extended periods in cold conditions, such as delivery vans, work trucks, or older models without integrated heating. By providing a supplemental heat source, it helps maintain a more tolerable environment for the driver during long shifts or winter work.
Everyday Home Use
For personal cars, the unit offers a way to achieve cabin warmth more quickly on cold mornings and provides a dedicated function for defrosting the windshield. The manual control allows the driver to manage the heat output directly based on immediate need.
Benefits and Buying Value
The value of this heater lies in its utilisation of an existing vehicle resource—engine waste heat—and its straightforward, user-controlled operation. It represents a dedicated heating solution that can be added to a vehicle.
Reuse and Low Maintenance
The system operates continuously whenever the engine is running, as it ties into the engine's coolant "small cycle." There is no separate thermostat on the heater's radiator, so the heat source remains active. This design means the unit has no independent fuel or energy cost for heat generation, relying solely on the engine's operation.
Why Choose This Product
This heater is a choice for those needing a specific, add-on heating function. Its compatibility with both 12V and 24V DC systems makes it suitable for a range of vehicles. The manual control offers simplicity, and the design using engine coolant provides a constant heat source without extra energy consumption from the battery for heating itself, as the 60W power draw is for the blower motor only.
