When choosing a water heater for the home, it is worth deciding on its type. As a temporary replacement, you can stop at a flowing or cumulative small volume. The second type of equipment is able to fully provide hot water supply at home. We have compiled TOP of the best Timberk heater models for year. The review includes models with different characteristics, type of control, power and protection functions.
The best flow models
Instantaneous water heaters are a good choice for providing a single point of drawdown. Although today there are models that can create the pressure necessary to serve several consumers. They work on the principle of heating water when it passes through a heating element.
Timberk WHEL-3 OC
The device is small in size 272x159x112 mm in horizontal version for wall mounting. Provides bottom approach. Designed to service one mixer, plugs into a standard outlet. The main purpose is to use it in the summer during the period when the water is turned off, as the outlet creates a temperature of 16-18 ° C. It is completed with the crane. The heating element with a power of 3.5 kW is made of copper. Has a filter for cleaning. It has a heating limiter and protective shutdown to prevent overheating. It is controlled by a switch. Productivity 1.9 L / min. Price: 1.
Benefits:
- compact (as an alternative in the period of shutdown or for giving);
- a light weight;
- simple installation;
- heats well enough;
- hot water goes 10-15 seconds after turning on the tap;
- not easily soiled, easy to wipe;
- cheap.
Disadvantages:
- it seems to some that it is shocking;
- some customers find that the water is not hot enough.
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Timberk WHEL-7 OC
Model with similar dimensions. It has a higher power (6.5 kW) and a productivity of 4.5 l / min. In addition to the above characteristics and protective functions, it also has a lock from switching on in the absence of water. Price: 2.
Benefits:
- little;
- heats well;
- it is better to use at half power, so as not to give a load on the wiring;
- simple connection;
- good performance;
- inexpensive.
Disadvantages:
- you need to consider that in the country or in the old house, the wiring may not withstand such a load;
- small stream;
- after some time of use, one of the heating stages stops working;
- a trip has occurred due to overheating due to an installation error, and to reconnect it is necessary to disassemble the device;
- there are cases when the tank burst (protection against overheating does not work).
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Timberk WHE 3.5 XTR H1
The device of vertical execution (124x210x82 mm) for wall mounting. Heating takes place with a 3.5 kW spiral element. It is controlled mechanically by a switch. When the appliance is turned on, the light is on. Equipped with a filter. It has overheating protection. Productivity 2.45 L / min. Price: 2.
Benefits:
- beautiful view;
- little;
- hydraulic works well;
- suitable as a temporary replacement for hot water during shutdown;
- heats well;
- the case does not heat up;
- cheap.
Disadvantages:
- insufficient pressure, inconvenient to take a shower;
- with strong pressure, the water is slightly warm;
- does not match the declared capacity;
- Entrance and exit are close, do not put a tee;
- not equipped with parts necessary for connection;
- the device requires mandatory grounding, which is not in houses of the old type of construction (professionals advise changing bags or putting RCDs, connected in a separate line from the shield);
- the cable heats up;
- assembly is in doubt (there are backlashes, gaps);
- there are cases of breakdowns.
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Timberk WHE 18.0 XTL C1
Larger model 260x460x128 mm, capable of providing multiple points of drawdown. Heating takes place with a spiral of 18 kW (380 V). The case has a display, a built-in thermometer, is electronically controlled. Able to maintain a predetermined outlet temperature. Protected against overheating, has a temperature limiter. Productivity is 12.6 liters per minute. Price: 15.
Benefits:
- build quality;
- fast heating;
- informative display;
- simple operation.
Disadvantages:
- sometimes makes noise during work;
- the wire heats up;
- not everyone has the ability to connect to three phases.
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The best cumulative models
The work of the storage tanks consists in heating the water with which it is filled. When using hot, it is complemented by cold. The company produces containers with different types of internal coating, control method and volume. It must be selected taking into account consumption.
Timberk SWH SE1 15 VO
Water heater (390x390x395 mm) for 15 l of vertical design for mounting on a wall with a bottom inlet (1/2 “). The inner coating is made of glass ceramics. It has a built-in magnesium anode to protect against scale formation. Heats water to a maximum of +70 ° C. It is controlled by a mechanical switch. Equipped with a valve to discharge water at overpressure. It has a limiter from heating. Power 2 kW. Price: 4.
Benefits:
- small dimensions;
- nice view;
- single stick control;
- powerful (heats up quickly, in 10-15 minutes, according to reviews);
- simple installation;
- an opportunity to drain water without dismantle (it is convenient for giving);
- cheap.
Disadvantages:
- small wire;
- some do not like the level of heating;
- the mounts that come with the kit are unreliable;
- there are cases of breakdowns;
- Repair or replacement of heating elements is very expensive.
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Timberk SWH RE15 50 V
Tank (385x715x385 mm) for 50 l of cylindrical shape. It is heated by a dry heater. Like all models, the manufacturer is equipped with a magnesium anode. It is electronically controlled. Has a thermometer to determine the degree of heating and an informative screen. In addition to the standard overheat protection, which all modifications of the line have, in this version there is also an RCD. It works from 220 V. Power is 1.5 kW.
Benefits:
- beautiful appearance;
- on the screen shows the temperature of the water;
- simple installation;
- there is a pressure relief device;
- simple management;
- small size allows you to install in a small bath;
- the pressure is normal;
- reasonable price.
Disadvantages:
- some customers do not like the heating rate (low power);
- for a large family the volume is not enough;
- Heating elements need to be changed periodically due to water quality, but they can not always be obtained, and some say that they are expensive.
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Timberk SWH FS3 50 ME
A silver or gray tank of 50 l (430x835x233 mm) has a slightly different shape (flatter, but higher). Inside the container is made of stainless steel. The heating element is made of copper.Heats up to maximum temperature in 70 minutes. The mode switching button is located below, where are the pipe leads. Able to work at low pressure - from 0.7 atm. Power 1,5 kW.
Benefits:
- stylish design;
- not round, takes up little space (does not look bulky);
- management is simple;
- noisy;
- heats water quickly enough (to a comfortable temperature - in 20-25 minutes);
- keeps heat;
- low power consumption.
Disadvantages:
- no thermometer and heating information;
- the volume is not enough to fully buy two people;
- high cost of heating elements when replacing.
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Timberk SWH FSM5 50 V
Model of similar performance (435x875x238 mm) for 50 liters. Included in review due to electronic control. It has an informative board and remote control. Equipped with pressure relief valve and check valve. Has an RCD. The maximum heating temperature is +75 ° C. There is an accelerated mode. When turned on and off, it beeps. The panel can be blocked from accidentally changing settings. Capable of self-diagnosis (displays the error code on the screen). It is also distinguished by greater power - 2 kW.
Benefits:
- Beautiful design;
- takes up little space due to its flat shape;
- pleasant management;
- informative display;
- fast heating;
- easy installation;
- RCD
- protected against moisture;
- silent
- You can set the settings from the remote control (but it takes only from 1-1.5 m).
Disadvantages:
- there are cases of sagging (the most popular are the outlet pipe, the tank weld, the board, display burned out);
- the entire volume does not merge through the vent;
- emits a squeak when heated to a certain temperature;
- short-lived TEN;
- poor service.
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Timberk SWH FSL2 80 HE
The rating includes horizontal models. This capacity of 80 l (989x516x281 mm) has an inner coating of stainless steel and copper heater. It is controlled by a switch. It has an on and heating indicator. Able to work at an inlet pressure of up to 7 atm. Has protection against work without water. Heats up to +75 ° C. Power 2 kW. Price: 13.
Benefits:
- nice view;
- compact enough;
- simple fastening;
- heats up quickly;
- holds temperature for a long time;
- optimal volume for the family.
Disadvantages:
- short cord;
- Heating elements for replacement are hard to find;
- poor service.
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Timberk SWH RE1 30 DG
Horizontal tank for 30 years (718x344x365 mm) with an internal coating of titanium enamel. TENY are made of stainless steel. The case has a display, has a built-in thermometer, control is possible from the remote control. It has light bulbs that indicate the inclusion and operation. Has a timer for 24 hours in increments of 30 minutes. The self-learning program selects the operating mode taking into account the regularity of use of hot water. It features high power - 5 kW. Price: 16.
Benefits:
- stylish look;
- compact dimensions;
- convenient control, including remote;
- different heating modes, depending on the season;
- delayed start;
- silent work;
- very fast heating (powerful).
Disadvantages:
- you need to understand the modes so as not to overpay for electricity;
- the cord is short;
- poor service.
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