Hot water tanks are great helpers in case of problems with the flow of hot water or even in its absence. Also, water heaters are indispensable in summer cottages. When buying a tank, you have to choose: type, heating and installation method, power, volume, material, water supply method, control, security level, as well as additional functions and settings.
It will be extremely difficult for a person who does not understand water heating devices not to make mistakes when choosing. A review of the best AEG water heaters will help you choose, tell you what you should pay attention to and guide you by price.
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There are 3 types of water heaters: storage, instantaneous and bulk.
The storage tank is the best option, according to professionals and buyers. This type of water heater will be an excellent assistant with the following selection criteria:
If there is no need to heat water to a high temperature, access to hot water at several points of the water supply, then a flow tank will be the best option.
Flowing water heaters can be:
There are 4 heating methods:
There are electronic and mechanical controls.
Preferring mechanical way, which is carried out by scrolling the adjustment knob, you get simplicity and ease of operation.
Device with electronic control provides a wide range of management functionality.
Fastening is made in 3 ways: vertical, horizontal and floor.
The connection can be located on the side, top and bottom - depending on the size, shape and method of installation of the water heater.
The time spent on heating water directly depends on the power of the heating element.
If a standard power of 1.5 or 2 kW is enough for a storage tank, then flow devices require from 3.5 to 30 kW.
It is worth considering that by choosing a storage tank with a capacity of up to 8 kW, you will get 3-4 liters of hot water in 1 minute. This is just enough to take a shower.
Also important is the wiring. For devices with a power of more than 5 kW, a cable, separately led to the shield, with a fuse, is required.
There are 4 types of heating elements:
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average price | 10 990 rubles |
Guarantee | 10 years |
Parameters, see | 91.8x33.8x34.5 |
The weight | 17 kg |
Producing country | Egypt |
Power | 2 kW |
Max pressure | 6 atm |
Water connection | 1/2 |
The storage tank holds 50 liters of water. With such a spaciousness, its width is only 33.8 mm.
It is thanks to the compactness and the ability to mount devices in rooms with a small area that the popularity of Slim models has increased.
The tubular heating element is made of copper and provides fast heating of water to the required temperature. The water heating range is from 5°C to 65°C.
The enamelled steel tank and magnesium anode create a tandem for corrosion protection.
There is a built-in check valve and protection against overheating and freezing of the heating element.
Management is mechanical, by scrolling the adjustment knob.
With the function of indicating the working mode, you can follow the working status of the tank.
AEG EWH 50 Slim is protected against splashes and small particles at IP 24 level.
The tank is mounted on the wall, vertically, with a bottom type eyeliner.
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average cost | 9 890 rubles |
Warranty period | 2 years |
Dimensions (height, width, depth) | 72.2x35x29 cm |
The weight | 14 kg |
Manufacturer | Spain |
Max pressure | 10 atm |
Gas consumption | 3 cubic meters |
Power | 24 kW |
A flow type column is capable of producing 14 liters of water in a minute.
Water heating is carried out using gas. Ignition is carried out by pressing a special button. The water temperature does not depend on the water pressure, thanks to the modulating heater that regulates the strength of the flame.
The heat exchanger is made of copper and has an aluminum coating.
AEG GWH 14 RN is equipped with a draft sensor that will turn off the gas supply in case of problems with draft or its absence. There is also a thermocouple, the action of which is aimed at stopping the gas supply in case of problems with the flame.
There is protection against overheating and lack of water, in the form of a hydraulic and safety valve.
The wall mounting of the column is carried out vertically, the connection of the device is lower.
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average price | 10 700 rubles |
Guarantee | 3 years |
Dimensions | 96.2x47x47 cm |
The weight | 30 kg |
Manufacturer | Germany |
Voltage | 220 V |
Max pressure | 6 atm |
Water supply | 3/4 |
The electric storage tank holds 100 liters of water. Water is heated in the range from 30°C to 70°C.
There is an energy saving mode in which the water will heat up to 60 ° C. Also, the tank provides high-quality thermal insulation, which contributes to additional energy saving.
Water heater protection includes:
The indicator will show if the device is currently working.
Wall mounting with bottom connection is made in a vertical way.
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average cost | 26 300 rubles |
Guarantee period | 10 years |
Dimensions (height, width, depth) | 60.1x31.6x29.6 cm |
The weight | 9 kg |
Producing country | Germany |
Voltage | 220 V |
Pressure | maximum - 6 atm. |
Connecting diameter | ½ |
Despite its small size, this model provides enough space for 15 liters of water.
Maximum water heating is possible up to 82°C, minimum - 35°C.
In an enameled storage tank, a copper heating element is installed, power 2 kW.
Mechanical control is clear and simple: using the adjustment knob, the user can select the required heating temperature.
To save electricity, the electric tank offers the following:
Do not be afraid of possible overheating and breakdowns from low water temperatures, as the water heater controls water heating and has frost protection.
The electric tank is equipped with protection against excessive and low water pressure. Also has IP 24 protection.
The model is mounted vertically on the wall, the connection is top.
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Average device price | 43 000 rubles |
Guarantee | 10 years |
Dimensions | 93.1x38x38 cm |
The weight | 24 kg |
Producing country | Slovakia |
Voltage | 220 V |
Number of phases | 1 |
Pressure | the maximum value is 6 atm. |
Cable | 1m |
Connection diameter | 1/2 |
The storage type electric water heater has 2 "dry" heating elements made of stainless steel, with a power of 1.8 kW.
The water heater of this model has a check and safety valve, as well as a protective connection device.
The minimum temperature for heating water with a volume of 50 liters is 7 °C, and the maximum temperature is 85 °C. There is a thermometer.
Manufacturers took care of the thermal insulation of the device, choosing for this high-quality material - polyurethane foam. The heat insulator will help save electricity, besides, it is safe for human health.
By selecting the self-diagnosis mode, you can find out about possible malfunctions of the device.
Also an assistant in saving electricity are 3 economical modes:
For maximum convenience, the water heating tank provides the ability to select 1 of 3 operating modes:
Protect the built-in magnesium anode from corrosion on the enamelled coating. There is also protection against overheating of the device and freezing.
At the bottom of the tank there is a touch-sensitive LED display, which is used to control and display information.
The "Comfort" range has a housing protection against water jets and possible ingress of solid particles.
Installation of the electric boiler is carried out vertically, wall-mounted, with a lower water supply.
Attention! This review is not a guide to buying, its task is to acquaint the buyer with what tanks are, what you should pay attention to, how not to make mistakes when choosing how much a quality tank should cost, and whether the high price corresponds to the declared quality. And the final decision on the purchase is recommended to be made after consultation with a specialist.