When choosing a water heater for your home, you should decide on its type. As a temporary replacement, you can stop at a flowing or accumulating small volume. The second type of equipment is capable of fully providing hot water supply at home. We have compiled the TOP of the best models of Timberk heaters for 2019. The review includes models with different characteristics, type of control, power and protection functions.
Best flow models
Instantaneous water heaters are a good choice for providing one tap point. Although there are models today that can create the pressure required to serve multiple consumers. They work on the principle of heating water when it passes through a heating element.
Timberk WHEL-3 OC
Small size 272x159x112 mm horizontal version for wall mounting. Provides a bottom feed. Designed for servicing 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, since at the outlet it creates a temperature of 16-18 ° C. Equipped with a crane. Heating element with power 3.5 kW is made of copper. Has a filter for cleaning. It has a heating limiter and a safety shutdown to avoid overheating. Controlled by a switch. Productivity 1.9 l / min. Price: 1 980 rubles.
Benefits:
- compact (as an alternative during the shutdown period or for giving);
- a light weight;
- easy installation;
- heats up well enough;
- hot water flows in 10-15 seconds after turning on the tap;
- not easily soiled, easy to wipe;
- cheap.
Disadvantages:
- it seems to some that it breaks through with an electric current;
- some customers think the water is not hot enough.
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Timberk WHEL-7 OC
A model with the same dimensions. Differs in higher power (6.5 kW) and productivity - 4.5 l / min. In addition to the characteristics and protective functions stated above, it also has a blocking from switching on in the absence of water. Price: 2 420 rubles.
Benefits:
- little;
- heats well;
- it is better to use at half the power in order not to load the wiring;
- simple connection;
- good performance;
- inexpensive.
Disadvantages:
- it should be taken into account that in the country or in an old house, the wiring may not withstand such a load;
- small stream;
- after a while of use, one of the heating stages stops working;
- a shutdown was triggered due to overheating due to an installation error, and to reconnect it is required to disassemble the device;
- there are cases when the tank burst (overheating protection does not work).
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Timberk WHE 3.5 XTR H1
Vertical device (124x210x82 mm) for wall mounting. Heating takes place with a 3.5 kW spiral element. Operated by a switch mechanically. The lamp is on when the device is on. Equipped with a filter. Has overheating protection. Productivity 2.45 l / min. Price: 2 390 rubles.
Benefits:
- beautiful view;
- little;
- hydraulics work well;
- suitable as a temporary replacement for hot water when disconnected;
- heats well;
- the case does not heat up;
- cheap.
Disadvantages:
- insufficient pressure, it is inconvenient to take a shower;
- with a strong pressure, the water is slightly warm;
- does not correspond to the declared capacity;
- the inlet and outlet are located close, do not put a tee;
- not supplied with parts necessary for connection;
- the device requires mandatory grounding, which is not in houses of the old type of construction (professionals advise to change the bag packers or install an RCD, connect it with a separate line from the shield);
- the cable heats up;
- the 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 taps. Heating takes place with a coil of 18 kW (380 V). It has a display, built-in thermometer, and is electronically controlled. Able to maintain the set outlet temperature. Protected against overheating, has a temperature limiter. Productivity is 12.6 liters per minute. Price: 15 700 rubles.
Benefits:
- build quality;
- fast heating;
- informative display;
- simple control.
Disadvantages:
- sometimes makes noise when working;
- the wire heats up;
- not everyone has the ability to connect to three phases.
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Best Cumulative Models
The work of the storage tanks is to heat the water with which it is filled. When used hot, it is supplemented with cold. The company manufactures containers with different types of inner coating, control method and volume. It needs to be matched to consumption.
Timberk SWH SE1 15 VO
Water heater (390x390x395 mm) 15 l, vertical version for wall mounting with bottom inlet (1/2 “). The inner lining is made of glass ceramic. Has a built-in magnesium anode to prevent scale build-up. Heats water up to a maximum of +70 ° C. Operated by a mechanical switch. Equipped with overpressure water relief valve. Has a heating limiter. Power 2 kW. Price: 4 875 rubles.
Benefits:
- small dimensions;
- nice view;
- one handle control;
- powerful (heats up quickly, in 10-15 minutes, according to reviews);
- easy installation;
- the ability to drain water without dismantling (convenient for giving);
- cheap.
Disadvantages:
- small wire;
- some do not like the heating level;
- the fasteners 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 liters of cylindrical shape. Heated with a dry heating element. Like all models of the manufacturer, it is equipped with a magnesium anode. Managed electronically. Has a thermometer to determine the degree of heating and an informative screen. In addition to the standard protection against overheating, which all modifications of the line have, this version also has an RCD. Works from 220 V. Power is 1.5 kW.
Benefits:
- beautiful appearance;
- shows the water temperature on the screen;
- easy installation;
- there is a pressure relief valve;
- management is simple;
- small size allows installation in a small bath;
- the pressure is normal;
- the price is reasonable.
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 the quality of the water, but they are not always available, and some note that they are expensive.
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Timberk SWH FS3 50 ME
A 50 L silver or gray tank (430x835x233 mm) of a slightly different shape (flatter, but taller). The inside of the container is made of stainless steel. The heating element is made of copper. It heats up to the maximum temperature in 70 minutes. The mode switch button is located at the bottom, where the pipe connections are. 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);
- control is simple;
- does not make much noise;
- heats water quickly enough (to a comfortable temperature - in 20-25 minutes);
- keeps warm;
- energy consumption is small.
Disadvantages:
- no thermometer and no heating information;
- the volume will not be enough for two people to fully buy;
- high cost of heating elements when replacing.
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Timberk SWH FSM5 50 V
Model of a similar design (435x875x238 mm) for 50 liters. Included in the review due to electronic control. Has an informative board and remote control. Equipped with a pressure relief valve and a check valve. Has an RCD. The maximum heating temperature is +75 ° C. There is an accelerated mode. Beeps when turned on and off. The panel can be locked to prevent accidental setting changes. Capable of self-diagnostics (displays an error code on the screen). It also has a higher 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 from moisture ingress;
- silent;
- you can set the settings from the remote control (but it only takes from 1-1.5 m).
Disadvantages:
- there are cases of drips (the most popular ones are along the outlet pipe, along the welded seam of the tank, the board, the display burned out);
- the entire volume is not drained through the vent;
- emits a squeak when heated to a certain temperature;
- short-lived heating element;
- poor service.
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Timberk SWH FSL2 80 HE
The rating also includes horizontal models. This 80 liter tank (989x516x281 mm) has an inner lining of stainless steel and a copper heating element. Controlled by a switch. Has a power on and heating indicator. Able to operate at an inlet pressure of up to 7 atm. Has protection against working without water. Heats up to +75 ° C. Power 2 kW. Price: 13 277 rubles.
Benefits:
- nice view;
- quite compact;
- simple fastening;
- heats up quickly;
- keeps the 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 internal titanium enamel coating. Heating elements are made of stainless steel. There is a display on the body, has a built-in thermometer, control is possible from the remote control Has light bulbs indicating the inclusion and operation. Has a timer for 24 hours in 30 minute increments. The self-learning program selects the operating mode taking into account the regularity of hot water use. Differs in high power - 5 kW. Price: 16 450 rubles.
Benefits:
- stylish look;
- compact dimensions;
- convenient control, incl. remote;
- different heating modes, depending on the season;
- delayed start;
- quiet 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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