Electric Strip Heater in HVAC

Electric Strip Heater in HVAC

An electric strip heater is a set of heating element that is commonly used in HVAC systems to provide supplemental heat when the primary heating system is not able to meet the heating load of the building. When the thermostat calls for heat, the electric strip heater turns on and heats the air passing through the ductwork.

Electric strip heaters are usually located in the air handler unit or the ductwork and work by passing an electric current through a resistive element, which then produces heat. The heat is then transferred to the air passing over the element and distributed throughout the building via the HVAC system.

Electric strip heaters are typically used in commercial and residential HVAC systems, especially in areas where the primary heating system is not able to meet the heating demands of the building during extremely cold weather. However, they can also be used as the primary heating source for smaller buildings or individual rooms.

FAQ

Ques 1 - How does the strip heater work?

Ans- When the primary heating system is not able to meet the heating demands of the building during extremely cold weather and thermostat calls for heat, the electric strip heater turns on and heats the air passing through the ductwork.