Immersion water heater becomes a necessary electrical device during winter season. It is a device which is used to heat water. It is portable and easy to take anywhere.
It consists of a rod which heats the water. The rod is put in the bucket and its cord is plugged in the electric socket. That’s it, you get the hot water. It’s extremely useful and economical way of heating the water. It’s the best option for small families, bachelors and people who don’t want expensive and non-portable geyser water heaters.
Last year, I wanted to buy an immersion heater. So I did a detailed research on the immersion heaters. Below are some useful points to note while buying an immersion water heater rod.
1. The most popular immersion water heaters in India are either 1000 Watts or 1500 Watts. 2000 Watts immersion heaters are also available.
2. 1000 W immersion heaters come with a 5 Amps plug while 1500 W or 2000 W immersion heaters come with a 15 Amps plug. Most households have only 5 Amps socket. So if your house does not have 15 Amps socket, go with 1000 W immersion heater or else you will need an electrician to change the socket to 15 Amps for 1500 W or 2000 W immersion rods.
3. The power, voltage and current are calculated using a formula which you must have studied in school: P = V * I -> Power = Voltage * Current.
Hence, 1000 Watts = 230 Volts * 4.34 Amperes so a 1000 W immersion rod can be plugged into a 5 Amps socket.
Similarly, 1500 Watts = 230 Volts * 6.52 Amperes so a 1500 W immersion rod needs to be plugged into a 15 Amps socket since 6.52 Amps exceed the current rating of 5 Amps socket.
Similarly, 2000 Watts = 230 Volts * 8.69 Amperes so a 2000 W immersion rod needs to be plugged into a 15 Amps socket since 8.69 Amps exceed the current rating of 5 Amps socket.
Note- India has 230V voltage.
4. Don’t use 1500 W or 2000 W immersion rod with a 5 Amp socket. Otherwise the socket will get burned. Install a 15 Amp socket at your home.
5. Don’t buy 5A to 15A converters to convert 5A socket into 15A socket for plugging in 1500W or 2000W immersion heaters. These converters get burned since they are unable to handle the load and can damage immersion heater as well as socket. I have personal experience.
Now it’s time for the list of best immersion water heater rods in India.
Eveready IH404 1500 W Immersion Heater Rod is the best immersion rod water heater in India.
1. It has copper tube heating element.
2. It has water resistant shock proof body.
3. It comes with hanger loop cord protector.
4. It has max & min water level indication.
Crompton CG-IHL152 1500 W Immersion Heater is the second best immersion rod water heater in India.
1. The metal coating of this corrosion free water heater makes it free from rusting and also helps to heat faster.
2. There is an LED indicator to state when the device is powered.
3. It has a water level indicator to alert the user when the water is heated.
4. It comes with a one year warranty.
Usha IH 2410 1000-Watt Immersion Heater is the third best immersion rod water heater in India.
1. It has copper tube element with long lasting nickel plating for longer element life.
2. It has neon indicator for power on and metal hook for safe operation.
3. Its Bakelite cover ensures complete protection against electric shock.
4. It comes with 2 years warranty.
Crompton Greaves ACGIH-IHL102 1000-Watt Immersion Water Heater is the fourth best immersion rod water heater in India.
1. It has a capacity below 6 litres.
2. It has shock proof plastic handle.
3. It has indicator to alert the user when the water is heated.
Bajaj 1000-Watt Immersion Heater is the fifth best immersion rod water heater in India.
1. It is designed with a hairpin tubular element.
2. It is made of anti-corrosive material.
3. It has an easy-to-hold handle.
4. It comes with 1 year warranty.
Yeah this is one of the greatest inventions in plumbing, Having installed several and seeing the benefits that greatly outweigh traditionally Immersion Heaters.
how to use then.. 1500 w heater..
i want to buy bajaj 1500w..