Ceramic Heaters Vs. Carbon Heaters

It is believed that saunas, when used properly, can improve a person's health. Infrared heaters are becoming increasingly popular to use in saunas due to their emission of rays that are close to infrared rays, which can have positive effects on the body.

Carbon Heater Pros

Carbon heaters have a large surface area that remains at a relatively low surface temperature which makes it safer to use. Because carbon heaters emit rays that are close to infrared rays they can get deep into the skin tissue. Carbon heaters are energy efficient.

Ceramic Heater Pros

Ceramic heaters do not take long to heat up and they are easy to maintain. They cost less than a carbon heater and are energy efficient.

Carbon Heater Cons

Carbon heaters can be expensive to buy. Since their usefulness comes from the emission of infrared-like rays, the position of the bulb is important.

Ceramic Heater Cons

Ceramic heaters can have a high surface temperature which requires caution when using it. Heat distribution is less even than with a carbon heater and the rays are also further in the light spectrum from infrared rays.

References

• Evolution Health and Fitness: Infrared Carbon Fiber vs Infrared Ceramic Heater