10 best voltage regulators for boilers

Modern gas boilers are high-class equipment with a processor control system and adjustment of operating parameters. Of course, the electronics are sensitive to voltage fluctuations and any slight surge in the network can damage the control unit, the cost of which in the price of the boiler is 30-50%. This will lead to stopping the heating system (which is highly undesirable in the winter months) and unplanned expenses, and not small ones. To prevent such consequences, network stabilizers are used, leveling the drops and, in critical cases, simply disconnecting the equipment.

In our review we will consider these devices of various types (most widely used on the market), which are best suited for protecting heating boilers. The rating was formed on the basis of the characteristics and experience of the owners of this equipment declared by the manufacturer.

The best stabilizers of relay type for gas boilers

The most popular devices in Russia for the stable operation of gas boilers are relay-type models. They belong to the class of automatic transformer devices with mechanical adjustment of stabilization. The most important positive characteristic of relay-type products is considered to be a quick response to voltage surges (up to 20 ms).

4 Powercom TCA-2000

Available relay voltage converters for gas boilers are offered by manufacturers from China. Powercom TCA-2000 has a compact case in which 4 output sockets of the European type are mounted. They are protected from accidental penetration of people or objects. For complete safety, all outlets have a ground loop.

Consumers note the presence of a circuit breaker that prevents overloading the device and protects it from short circuits. After troubleshooting the power supply, you must turn it on with a single button press. The advantages of the stabilizer should be attributed, and withstanding high loads. Even in the conditions of poor operation of the power grid, the correct operation of the boiler is maintained. The model is noiseless during operation.

3 Huter 400GS

The Huter 400GS relay stabilizer has the best value in this category and is great for protecting the electronic part of a gas boiler. It operates in the range from 110 to 260 V with the maximum possible stabilization deviation of no more than 8%. It is convenient to connect, has a digital display of voltage, small size and is mounted on the wall. But its main advantage is that it provides a sinusoidal current at the output without distortion.

Owners who have chosen this stabilizer, in their reviews indicate other strengths of Huter 400GS. They are expressed in the presence of protection against short circuit, high voltage or overheating of the wiring. In all these emergency situations, automation will disconnect from the network and prevent damage to expensive equipment.

2 RUCELF KETYOL-600

Relay stabilizer RUCELF KOTEL-600, produced and developed in Russia, has proven itself in the market of electrical products. The simple and at the same time reliable protection mechanism of the expensive gas boiler control unit remarkably withstands frequent voltage drops, maintaining accuracy of operation until the end of the operational period.

Owners love this compact wall unit. Although it costs more than similar models from other brands, the RUCELF stabilizer stands out with more reliable components and high performance. It is great for gas heaters, the electrical part of which consumes up to 400 watts (these are almost all modern models). In the reviews, the stabilizer’s collaboration with equipment such as Baxi, Ariston, Ferolli and Vaillant is positively evaluated. If there is grounding, correct connection (phase and zero must come to the appropriate connectors), the stabilizer and the heating boiler connected through it will serve its owner for the longest possible length of time.

1 Daewoo Power Products DW-TM1kVA

The best inexpensive stabilizer for gas boilers with good technical specifications is Daewoo Power Products DW-TM1kVA. At an affordable price, it has high efficiency (95%), decent power (1 kW), small error (8%), a wide limit of voltage drops (140-270 V). The response time is 20 ms, the device has protection against interference, overheating, high voltage and short circuit.

Consumers like the small dimensions of the wall model, low weight (only 3.285 kg), stylish design and digital display. The only drawback, many consider a short electrical cord.

The best electronic stabilizers for gas boilers

Instead of mechanical stabilization switching, electronic devices use thyristors and triacs. Devices of this type are distinguished by reliability, high accuracy and speed. In addition, they are unpretentious in their work and do not emit strong noise.

3 IEK Prime 0.5 kVA (IVS31-1-00500)

The most accurate voltage regulator in our review was the Italian device Ortea Gemini 10-15 / 7-20. It demonstrates a unique error of 0.5%. The device is designed to work in a single-phase household network with voltage drops at the input from 140 to 290 V. The stabilizer responds quickly to voltage surges (20 ms), overload and short circuit protection is provided.

Domestic consumers appreciate the possibility of operating the stabilizer at a wide range of temperatures (-15 ... + 40 ° С). The digital display clearly reflects the input and output voltage.

2 Lider PS600W

The stabilizer is manufactured with the use of components of the best quality, which determines a large operational resource. Maintained power is optimal for connecting a heating boiler or other equipment sensitive to voltage fluctuations.The device generates an output signal without distortion, reliably protecting the electrical circuits of more expensive devices. The accuracy of stabilization is provided at the level of 4-5%, which for the equipment of this class was one of the best indicators.

Owners note a fairly wide range of oscillations in the network (155-265V), which maintains the rectifier's working capacity. The presence of high voltage and short circuit protection also applies to the strengths of this device. The absence of moving parts and a decent level of assembly ensures trouble-free operation for any deviations in network performance. In user reviews, this characteristic is mentioned most often as the key to the normal functioning of the gas boiler and heating system.

1 Calm VoltSaver R1000

This is the best stabilizer in this category, which is best suited for the protection of gas boilers and uninterrupted operation of heating systems. The negative impact of mains voltage drops on the connected electronics can be avoided thanks to the built-in filter, which aligns the input signal at a speed of 350 V / s, while the error is no more than 4%.

Calm VoltSaver R1000 is designed as a desktop model, featuring instant response and smooth voltage adjustment. This characteristic was achieved thanks to a multi-stage stabilization system. The owners, in their reviews, highly appreciate the additional security complex that turns off the powering devices in various emergency situations (short circuit, overheating of wires, etc.). The presence of two outlets and more than the excess power for the gas boiler, allows you to connect a kitchen TV or other expensive device to the stabilizer.

The best inverter voltage regulators for gas boilers

Stabilizers of this type are quicker than others (instantly) reacting to a change in the voltage in the network, which provides the best protection for equipment against drops. They operate on the principle of double conversion, which determines the unique characteristics of the device. In the private sector, due to weather conditions or other reasons, an increase of up to 380 Volts (interfacial closure) can easily occur, which will damage even the electronics connected through the stabilizer (at its low response speed). Those who are not threatened by the consequences of an emergency are owners of inverter protection devices, the best models of which are presented below.

3 Energy PN-500

This stabilizer works on the principle of double conversion of the incoming voltage, ensuring reliable power supply of the gas boiler in case of differences in the network. Feedback on the operation of this device is more than positive. The owners highly appreciate the protection of the connected equipment in case of various deviations in the AC network. The stabilizer immediately terminates the connection when heating wires, short circuits and power surges that go beyond safe operation.

In addition, when connecting special batteries, this device can function as an uninterruptible power supply. The parameters of the device expanded in this way (if the battery capacity matches the required values) can ensure the autonomous operation of the heating system for up to 12 hours. Thanks to this technical solution, the owners consider Energy PN-500 one of the best stabilizers for gas boilers.

2 SDP-1 / 1-1-220-T

The modern stabilizer, operating on the principle of double transformation, is produced by the domestic group of companies Ruselt. The device has a considerable resistance to network loads and, thanks to the high quality of the parts, demonstrates an impressive margin of safety. The output of the converter generates a voltage within 218-222 V (the most accurate stabilization) with a sinusoidal current that does not have high-frequency network noise.

For reliable operation of individual heating systems, some owners successfully use SDP-1 / 1-1-220-T, connecting gas equipment through a stabilizer. In their opinion, this is one of the best devices on the market - this is how the users explain their choice in a review. The output power allows you to connect devices with a total load of up to 700 W, which means that other expensive equipment can be protected along with the boiler.

1 Calm IS350

Distinctive features of this stabilizer are the presence of electronic protection against short circuits, internal overheating, network overloads and filtering of impulse noise. The last factor determines the output voltage with an undistorted sinusoid, which ensures the durability of the gas boiler control unit. The equipment operates with an input from 90 to 310 V, otherwise the stabilizer will disconnect from the AC network. Equalization of voltage occurs instantly (even an ordinary incandescent lamp does not flicker). This quality of work was liked by customers who chose this model.

The IS350 calm ensures reliable operation of the heating system and protection of expensive equipment (boiler) from voltage surges. Made in an elegant metal case, the stabilizer is mounted on the wall and does not take up much space. It can be used to protect the gas boiler, computer equipment, TV, audio equipment and other electrical appliances, the power consumption of which does not exceed 300 watts. These characteristics are confirmed by the comments of the owners of the stabilizer Calm, who consider their choice the most correct solution. Despite the more expensive cost compared to other models, the proposed level of protection fully justifies the money spent.

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