Auto blanket for the engine "Avtoteplo": reviews, photos

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

In winter, any car engine will cool down quickly. And the lower its temperature, the more difficult it is to start. Moreover, repeated warming up of the engine significantly affects fuel consumption, and simply leads to a loss of time. Fortunately, in the automotive world there are special tools for warming internal combustion engines. In the article we will look at what a heater for the Avtoteplo engine is, how it is useful for drivers in winter.

What is this?

Auto blanket is a kind of insulation for the car, which completely covers the engine compartment from above, thereby saving the heat created by the operation of the motor. Due to its special composition, this product prevents hot air from rushing out through the hood and other metal elements, openings and holes. At the same time, overheating of the engine, which many motorists fear when installing such a heater, is excluded.

Why is the heat leaving so quickly?

The reason lies in the design of the motor, namely, in the materials from which it is made. Most of the parts (especially the exterior parts) are made of aluminum, which has a high thermal conductivity.

Thus, even the hottest engine can already cool downafter one or two hours of inactivity. As a result, starting such a car is very difficult, and if it has a dead battery or a worn starter, then it is generally impossible.

How effective is this?

Judging by the reviews, "Avtoteplo" for the engine is a really good thing that keeps heat inside the engine compartment. The auto blanket slows down the rate of engine heat loss by about half. Thus, the motor remains warm for up to six hours. At the same time, it does not need additional heating, which saves up to twenty percent of the total fuel consumed in winter. As for the starting temperature, a car that has an Auto Warm blanket can be started at minus 30-36 degrees Celsius.

Key Benefits

Use this thermal insulator wisely from different points of view. Firstly, the insulation for the Avtoteplo engine prevents icing of the motor mechanisms, which allows starting at temperatures down to -60 degrees Celsius. Secondly, when using an auto blanket, you will not have the need for frequent warming up. And here two problems are solved at once: fuel consumption (a car will spend 10 percent less fuel per month) and time savings (after all, you need to spend at least 5-15 minutes on warming up).

What else is the Avtoteplo engine insulation good for? Reviews of drivers note that due to the slow cooling of the engine and the quick start, a comfortable temperature is always maintained in the cabin. At the very least, it will be possible to immediately increase it with a stove that already works on warm antifreeze. Probably every driver is familiarthat feeling when you have to sit in an icy chair and put your hands on the cold steering wheel after a warm office or home. After installing the auto blanket, you will forget about such a problem forever.

Thirdly, "Avtoteplo" (a blanket for the engine) perfectly solves the problem of sound insulation. This issue is especially relevant for owners of domestic cars. This tool also prevents the formation of frost on the hood, which can significantly damage the paintwork of the body if you try to remove it mechanically. Ice will not appear on the hood due to the low heat exchange between the engine compartment and the outside environment. That is, water (condensate) simply does not have time to freeze on the paintwork.

But this is not all the features of the blanket from the Avtoteplo company. Reviews of drivers say that one of the advantages of this insulation is its low weight, which is only two to three kilograms. Such a heat insulator can be easily installed and removed if necessary.

Where to store the engine heater "Avtoteplo" in the summer? Feedback from drivers suggests that it can be placed in the same packaging bag in which it was purchased. The auto blanket is not afraid of folding, it does not need to be ironed and washed before use. By the way, due to its high resistance to temperature effects, it can be used as a cape during repair and welding work. Well, in nature, the auto-blanket will perfectly cope with the function of a rug or bedding on which you can lie or put food. Versatilitythere is simply no limit to the applications.

And, of course, do not forget about environmental friendliness. At high temperatures, the car blanket does not emit a characteristic smell that can penetrate through the oven and soak into seat covers.

As for the negative sides, the auto blanket simply does not have them. Perhaps its only drawback is the impossibility of keeping warm for a period of 1-2 days. Otherwise, it is great for drivers of our region in the winter.

Materials of production

This product is made from mullite-silica wool, which is very resistant to heat due to its properties. During the experiments, it was found that "Avtoteplo" (a blanket for the engine) ignites at a temperature of 1100 degrees Celsius. This type of wool is the most resistant to self-ignition. If we take into account the fact that the engine block heats up to 120 (maximum up to 180) degrees, it is absolutely safe to use the Autoheat blanket.

By the way, mullite-silica wool does not conduct electricity through itself, so do not be afraid if it comes into contact with the terminals on the battery. Also, this material does not emit toxic elements when heated. That is why it never stains.

Other materials for car blankets

In addition to mullite silica wool, the following components can be used as the basis for car blankets:

1. Felt. This is perhaps the most dangerous and non-fire-resistant material of all existing for these purposes. The ignition temperature of felt is just under 300 degrees Celsius. For this reason, many manufacturers treat it with special substances, thanks to which the material does not burn, but smolders. However, it is still not recommended to use it on a car.
2. Fiberglass. Its minimum ignition temperature is 650 degrees Celsius. Glass wool copes well with its function as a heater, so it is actively used as the basis for the blankets in question.

Regardless of what component the product was made from, at the final stages of creation it is sewn up with special non-combustible threads, and the surface of the insulator is covered with a mirror film. This design is the safest and most acceptable for use.

Why Autoteplo?

Reviews of the owners note that, compared with other brands of heaters, Avtoteplo has the best value for money. And if many companies use cheap fiberglass as a material, then this manufacturer uses only high-quality mullite-silica wool, which is safer for the human body and withstands enormous temperature loads.

Can it get stuck in the engine compartment?

By its structure, this thermal insulator is very dense, and therefore the risk that it will wrap around the timing belt is zero. In addition, the patterns of the engine compartment of modern cars are made in such a way that even at a speed of one hundred kilometers per hour, the blanket will hold tightly over the engine. The only thing is that the product must be installed correctly.

How to use it?

Installation of the auto blanket does not require special skills and tools. In order to install a heater, it is enough to put it on either side of the surface of the engine. Upon completion of installation, the auto blanket should be leveled so that it covers all the cracks and gaps in the engine compartment. Also pay attention to the V-belt drive rollers - they should not come into contact with the surface of the insulation, as there is a risk of scuffs.

Laying of this heat insulator is recommended to be done at the onset of the first cold weather, when the air temperature drops to -5 degrees Celsius. You don't need to take your blanket off at night. Many drivers do the following: install a heat insulator at the end of autumn and drive with it until the beginning - mid-spring (before the first thaw).

Can this blanket be washed?

The manufacturer does not recommend washing the Avtoteplo insulation. Owner reviews say that after this operation it will be very difficult to dry the product, and there is also a risk of damage to the outer shell. Therefore, if there are stains on the blanket, they must be removed with a dry cleaning agent.

In general, such a procedure as washing is not needed for a thermal blanket at all. At least you should not do this during the winter cold. The heat-insulating properties of the stain still will not spoil.

Is there an alternative?

IfIf you think that old sweatshirts and other items of clothing can be used as insulation, you are deeply mistaken. Such options are not only useless (since they do not capture the area of \u200b\u200bthe motor), they are simply dangerous, since their combustion temperature is lower than that of felt. In addition, when using jerseys, there is a risk that the clothes will wrap around the generator belt or fan. In this case, the car will need expensive repairs, and you can forget about trips in the near future.

Products of the Avtoteplo brand. Price

The average cost of Avtoteplo insulation in Russia is about 1400-1500 rubles. If we compare this price with the amount of fuel that is required for heating, we can say that this option is a quick payback. At the same time, Avtoteplo LLC gives a one-year warranty for the use of this product. But, as practice shows, the insulation in question can serve four to five seasons.

When buying, beware of fakes. This product from Avtoteplo LLC has all the necessary certificates and meets modern environmental standards. If the price of a blanket is below a thousand rubles or the seller refused to provide documents for the goods, there is reason to doubt the advisability of purchasing such a product. Also, it must be packed in a box, or at least placed in a special bag, which contains the details of the company and its name.

Reviews

What was especially memorabledrivers a blanket "Avtoteplo"? Reviews most often contain information about improving sound insulation. And this is easily explained, because the auto-blanket perfectly absorbs sound vibrations. At the same time, it does not allow heat to rush out. Also, motorists note a quick warm-up of the engine. Sometimes there is no need for it at all. In general, the auto blanket of this brand can be described as an indispensable assistant for the driver in the winter.

Relevance of use on diesel vehicles

Judging by the reviews, Avtoteplo is one of the most effective means against freezing diesel internal combustion engines. As far as we know, it is very difficult to start such a motor at a negative temperature. The reason for this is the low viscosity of diesel fuel. At -5 degrees, it begins to become cloudy, and if the air temperature drops even lower, the diesel fuel freezes so that it is unable to pass through the filter. Yes, various antigels can help in this situation. But still, liquefied fuel is not enough to successfully start the engine (otherwise, gasoline cars would start even at -50).

How can I keep as warm as possible?

In addition to Avtotepl, drivers often use special plastic plugs installed on the radiator grille. But a piece of cardboard is fine as an alternative.

In this case, the engine will not cool down on the go, and the need for warm-up will disappear altogether.

Conclusion

So, we found out what reviews Avtoteplo has, what kind of product it is,how it is useful for motorists in the winter. As you can see, with this heater you can save a lot of time, fuel and effort that are spent daily on warming up the engine.