Steam Generators
Steam generators are a convenient alternative to traditional sauna heaters. While stove heaters require smoke ducts, fire safety precautions, and particular skills to operate correctly, steam generators are much more user-friendly. Even better, steam generators can be used independently or combined with traditional heaters.
A steam generator operates relatively simply. The device uses an electric heater to heat water to a boiling point quickly. The resulting steam is released through a steam gun, which users can set to defined temperatures. Combined with a traditional heater, a steam generator can provide extra humidity to the sauna and the heated stones. The extra humidity eliminates the need to pour water over the stones and prolongs the service life of all sauna components.
Tips for Buying a Steam Generator
Steam generators come in different types, and choosing the right one for the particular sauna is vital. Steam generators are divided into industrial and household models and can be autonomous or automatic. Regarding the water heating mechanism, steam generators may function via electrodes, heaters, or induction. Finally, generators of specific power will be suitable for sauna rooms of certain sizes.
Industrial generators are better suited for commercial saunas, while household models are best for private use. Autonomous models are superior to automatic ones because they can take in softened or purified water and offer more control. Automatic generators operate on tap water and are usually directly connected to the water main, which can cause scale and sediment buildup. Heating through electric heaters is the most popular option due to its affordability and simplicity. However, induction and electrode methods can provide certain advantages, albeit at a higher cost.