Are heat powered stove fans worth it?
While the main benefits are clearly aimed at comfort rather than payback and money saving, the stove fan does reduce the heat demand of the stove. This means that it requires less fuel to heat the room, and consequently lowers my bills.
How does a wood stove Ecofan work?
How it Works. Ecofans use thermoelectric technology to convert a temperature difference into electricity. The base of the Ecofan collects heat from the top of the wood stove, while the fins at the top of the Ecofan, or heat sink, maintain a cool temperature by drawing in cooler air from behind your stove.
Where does the Ecofan go on a wood stove?
Be sure to position the Ecofan on a smooth flat surface on your stovetop near the side or back of the stove where cooler air can be drawn from behind and over the cooling fins. Do not place your Ecofan in front of the stovepipe or at the front of the stove.
How many blades should a stove fan have?
A wood burning stove fan is a fan that sits on the top surface of a wood stove and used to help force warm air out into the room. Wood stove fans are made from metal and typically contain two to four blades, with some models offering dual sets of fans in one unit.
How does a Voda fan work?
The Peltier device generates electricity by having one side hot and the other side cooler (known as a ‘thermal difference’). This temperature difference creates a ‘potential difference’ (a voltage) in the circuit. This voltage powers the motor, which in turn drives the fan.
How do you clean Ecofan?
Ecofans have been designed to operate maintenance-free. If you would like to clean your Ecofan, use a detergent free cloth to wipe down any debris.
What is Eco fan?
Ecofans are designed to sit on top of a free-standing wood stove and create their own electricity without using any household energy or batteries. The fan starts automatically when placed on top of a stove and adjusts its speed with the stove temperature. As the stove heats up, the Ecofan runs faster.
Where is the best place to put the fan on a wood stove?
A wood stove fan should typically be placed on a flat and smooth area on the top of a wood burning stove and located near the back area of the stove. For wood stoves with the flue sticking out the top, the fan should be placed to the rear of the stove and to the side of the stovepipe.