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How Do Immersion Heaters Work?

If you are looking for immersion heaters for water, it is important to learn more about how this works. An immersion heater works by directly heating the water surrounding it. There is a heating element immersed in the water. Then, a strong electric current is passed through it. This causes heat to come in contact with the water, warming it up. This is very different from a gas water heater, which uses a burner underneath a container that heats the water. An immersion heater commonly comes with an isolating switch that is connected to the electrical supply. This creates the energy that is required to heat the water itself. There are some situations where an immersion heater can help someone save time and money on their heating expenses.

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