Auto-blanket for the engine "Auto heat": reviews, photos

In the winter, any car engine will quickly cool down. And the lower its temperature, the harder it is to start up. Moreover, the repeated warming up of the engine significantly affects the fuel consumption, and simply leads to a loss of time. Fortunately, in the automotive world there are special means for warming the ICE. In the article we will consider what is a heater for the engine "AutoTech", than it is useful for drivers in the winter.

What it is?

Auto-blanket - a kind of insulation for the car, which completely covers the top of the engine compartment, thereby saving the heat created by the motor. Due to its special composition, this product does not allow hot air to rush out through the hood and other metal elements, holes and holes. At the same time, the engine overheating, which many motorists fear when installing such a heater, is excluded.

Why does heat leave so quickly?

The reason lies in the construction of the motor, namely, in the materials from which it is made. Most of the parts (especially the outer ones) are made of aluminum, which has a high thermal conductivity. Thus, even the hottest engine can cool down after one or two hours of downtime. As a result, it's very difficult to start such a car, and if it's a battery or a worn out starter, it's impossible at all.

Is it effective?

Judging by the reviews, "AutoTech" for the engine is really a good thing, which keeps the heat inside the engine compartment. Auto-blanket slows the rate of engine heat loss by about two times. Thus, the engine 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 spent fuel in winter. As for the start-up temperature, the car, in which there is an auto-blanket "Autoteplo", can be started at minus 30-36 degrees Celsius.

Main advantages

Use this thermal insulator is reasonable from different points of view. First, the heater for the engine "Auto-heat" prevents the icing of the engine's mechanisms, which allows starting at temperatures up to -60 degrees Celsius. Secondly, when using an auto-blanket, you will not need a frequent warm-up. And here two problems are solved at once: fuel consumption (in a month the car will spend 10 percent less fuel) and saving time (because you need to spend at least 5-15 minutes for heating).

What is still good insulator of the engine "AutoTech"? The drivers' comments indicate that due to the slow cooling down of the engine and quick start in the passenger compartment, a comfortable temperature always keeps. At least, it can be immediately increased by a stove, which works already on warm tosol. Probably every driver knows the feeling when he has to sit in an icy armchair and put his hands on the cold steering wheel after a warm office or home. After installing the auto-blanket, you will forget about this problem forever.

Thirdly, "AutoTech" (blanket for the engine) perfectly solves the problem with noise insulation. Especially this issue is relevant for owners of domestic cars. Still this means prevents the formation of ice on the hood, which can significantly spoil 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 of the engine compartment with the external environment. That is, water (condensate) simply does not have time to freeze on the paintwork.

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

Where to store in the summer time a heater of the engine "Avtoteplo"? The responses of drivers suggest that it can be placed in the same packaging package in which it was purchased. 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 thermal influences, it can be used as a cloak when carrying out repair and welding operations. Well, on the nature of an auto-blanket will perfectly cope with the function of a rug or bedding, on which you can lie or put food. There is simply no limit to the universality of application.

And, of course, do not forget about the environment. At high temperatures, the auto-blanket does not emit a characteristic odor, which can penetrate the stove and soak into the covers of the armchairs.

As for the negative sides, they just do not have an auto-suit. Perhaps its only drawback is the impossibility of keeping heat for a period of 1-2 days. In the rest it is excellent for drivers of our region in the winter.

Materials of manufacture

This tool is made of mullitokremnezemistoy cotton wool, which in its properties is very resistant to heat. In the course of the experiments it was found out that "AutoTech" (blanket for the engine) ignites at a temperature of 1100 degrees Celsius. This type of cotton wool is the most resistant to self-ignition. If you take into account the fact that the engine block is heated to 120 (maximum to 180) degrees, use AutoTotal auto-blanket is absolutely safe.

By the way, mullitokremnezemistaya cotton 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 release toxic elements when heated. That's why he never stains.

Other materials for auto-children

In addition to mullitokremnezemistoj wool as a basis for avtodeyal can use the following components:

1. Felt. This is perhaps the most dangerous and non-resistant material from all existing for these purposes. The temperature of felting 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 smolder. But still use it on the car is not recommended.
2. Fiberglass. The minimum temperature of its ignition is 650 degrees Celsius. With its insulation function glass wool handles well, so it is actively used as a basis for the blankets under consideration.

Regardless of which component the product was made from, in the final stages of creation it is sewn with special incombustible threads, and the surface of the insulator is covered with a mirror film. This design is the safest and most acceptable for use.

Why exactly "AutoTech"?

The owners' comments indicate that, in comparison with other brands of insulation, "AutoTeplo" has the most optimal price-quality ratio. And if many companies use cheap fiberglass as a material, then this producer uses only high-quality mullitokremnezemistuju cotton wool, which is more safe for the human body and withstands colossal temperature loads.

Can it get stuck in the engine compartment?

The structure of this thermal insulator is very tight, and therefore the risk that it is wound around the timing belt, zero. In addition, the patterns of the engine compartment of modern cars are designed in such a way that even at a speed of one hundred kilometers per hour, the blanket will hold tightly over the motor. The only thing you need to install the product correctly.

How to use it?

Mounting an 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 engine surface. After the installation is completed, 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 pulleys - they should not touch the surface of the insulation, as there is a risk of scuffing.

It is recommended to install this heat insulator at the onset of the first cold weather, when the air temperature drops to -5 degrees Celsius. To remove a carpet for the night is not necessary. Many drivers proceed as follows: install a heat insulator at the end of autumn and travel with it until the beginning - the middle of spring (before the onset of the first thaw).

Is it possible to wash this blanket?

The manufacturer does not recommend the washing of the heater "Auto heat". The owners' comments say that after this operation, it will be very difficult to dry the product, besides there is a risk of damage to the outer shell. Therefore, if stains form on the blanket, they must be removed with a dry cleaning agent. In general, such a procedure as washing, teplohodela is not needed. At least, you should not do this during the winter cold. Thermal insulation properties of the stain will not spoil anyway.

Is there an alternative?

If you think that as a heater you can use old sweaters and other clothing items, you are deeply mistaken. Such options are not that useless (since they do not occupy the area of the motor), they are simply dangerous, since their burning temperature is lower than that of felt. In addition, when using fufakae, there is a risk that the clothes are wound on the generator belt or on the fan. In this case, the car will require expensive repairs, and about trips in the near future it will be possible to forget.

Products of the brand "Autoteplo". Price

The average cost of insulation "AutoTech" 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 quick payback. At the same time LLC "AutoTeplo" gives an annual guarantee for the use of this product. But, as practice shows, the heater in question can serve four to five seasons.

When buying, you should beware of fakes. This product from LLC "AutoTeplo" has all the necessary certificates and complies with modern ecological standards. If the price of the blanket is less than 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 package, which indicates the company's requisites and its name.

Reviews

What was especially memorable for the drivers of the blanket "Autotower"? Reviews often contain information on improving noise insulation. And this is easy to explain, because the auto-blanket perfectly absorbs sound vibrations. At the same time, it does not allow the heat to rush out. Also motorists note the rapid warming up of the engine. Sometimes the need for it and completely disappears. In general, the auto-blanket of this brand can be described as an indispensable assistant for the driver in the winter.

Urgency of use on diesel vehicles

Judging by the reviews, "AutoTech" is one of the most effective means against the freezing of diesel ICE. As far as we know, it's very difficult to run such a motor at a negative temperature. The reason for this is the low viscosity of diesel fuel. At -5 degrees, it begins to grow dull, and if the air temperature drops even lower, the "diesel" freezes so that it can not pass through the filter. Yes, various anti-gels can help in this situation. But still liquefied fuel is not enough to successfully start the engine (otherwise the petrol cars would be started at -50).

How can I keep the heat as much as possible?

Often, drivers in addition to "Autotag" use special plastic plugs, installed on the grille. But as an alternative, a piece of cardboard will do. In this case, the engine will not cool down on the go, and the need for warming up and completely disappears.

Conclusion

So, we found out what "Autotecplo" has reviews, what kind of product it is, what it is useful for motorists in the winter period of time. As you can see, with the help of this heater you can save a lot of time, fuel and effort, which are spent every day for warming up the engine.