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Ceiling fans are an economical and energy-efficient alternative to keep your home cool in the summer season.
Combating high summer temperatures becomes a priority and this is where ceiling fans come into play. These devices, which are affordable and energy efficient, are an option to consider to reduce the heat in your home. Faced with the possibility that at certain times the weather may become oppressive at home, all solutions that cool the environment are welcome.
However, when choosing a ceiling fan, it is vital to be selective. AD magazine has therefore compiled a compendium of tips and pitfalls to avoid.
The importance of fan design There is a wide variety of ceiling fan models on the market. However, it is essential that you choose one that harmonises with the aesthetics of your home. In this way, this device becomes an additional decorative component.
Appropriate fan dimensions It is imperative that you analyse the space intended to house the ceiling fan, whether in the kitchen, living room, bedroom or bathroom. This assessment prevents purchasing a unit that is too small for a large room or vice versa. In addition, it is essential to consider the power, as this has a significant impact.
Along with space and dimensions, it is crucial to consider the height of the ceiling fan. This is not only for safety reasons, but also so that the device does not become a nuisance for the occupants of the room.
Orientation and maintenance of the blades The direction in which the ceiling fan blades rotate is of utmost importance. During the summer, they should rotate counterclockwise, and in the winter, in the opposite direction.
Moreover, the blades tend to accumulate dust and dirt, which makes regular cleaning essential to prevent the dispersion of particles in the room and to preserve the efficiency of the fan.
Energy consumption of a fan and its impact on the bill In the height of summer, high temperatures encourage the use of devices such as fans or air conditioners to soothe or reduce the heat in the home, relieving the feeling of being stuffy.
A fan can cool the environment as needed, either by generating cool air or by boosting the circulation of existing air. Despite being a practical solution, it is common to have concerns about its energy consumption. This cost varies according to factors such as the power at which the fan operates, the hours of use and the type of device.
How to estimate the consumption of a fan How much does a fan consume in 8 hours? Comparison: fan vs. air conditioner? The most efficient fan Tactics to reduce fan consumption Calculating the energy consumption of a fan First of all, it is crucial to understand two concepts present in the electricity bill:
Cost per contracted power: This corresponds to the fixed amount of energy in kilowatts that can be consumed in a home or premises at any given time. Cost per energy consumed: This represents the energy that you actually consume. It is obtained by multiplying the kilowatts consumed during the billing period by the price per kilowatt-hour of your tariff. To calculate the consumption of a fan, pay attention to the cost per kilowatt-hour and the power, values that you will find in the manual of the device.
Then multiply the power by the estimated hours of daily use. This final figure will determine the daily consumption of the fan.
For reference, floor fans consume about 90 kilowatts per hour, while ceiling fans use about 60 kilowatts per hour.
How much does a fan consume in 8 hours? Let’s look at an example: you buy a fan with 80 watts of power. In your daily routine, you use it for 8 hours over seven days a week.
80 x 56 = 4,480 watt hours (equivalent to 4.48 kilowatts per 7 hours). This would be your weekly consumption when using the fan for 8 hours a day.
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