If you use the tips on choosing a heating pad, buying a quality product will be much easier. There are many types of these heating devices, and some of them have special requirements.
Not so long ago, heating pads were presented on the market only in the form of a small rug. Today, a new generation of products has appeared: warmers for legs, arms, vests, belts, necks, local linings, for car seats, in the form of blankets, sheets and pillows, slippers. All these individual devices have one thing in common: they are a heating device connected to a power source.
How to choose a heating pad
Sensitivity to temperature is individual for each person. Therefore, it is desirable that the heating pad be equipped with a heating power controller. This will allow you to choose the optimal temperature regime. Many products have a thermal limiter that protects the device from overheating. Such heating pads will last much longer and in case of malfunctions, they will not allow the appearance of a burn. Therefore, when buying, you must definitely ask the seller: is the product equipped with this option that increases its safety class.
Particular attention should be paid to the fabric of which the external cover of the device is made. It is better if it is natural, non-combustible, pleasant to the touch and capable of dry cleaning. Fleece heating pads meet all these requirements. They are easy to maintain and have increased wear resistance.
If you need to choose a heating pad in the form of a blanket, sheet or other large-sized fabric, first of all, you need to pay attention to the heating area, then how compact the product is when folded and whether there is a cover for storing it. It will greatly facilitate the operation of the heating pad, as it will protect it from contamination and maintain integrity.
If the device is made in the form of boots for the feet, it can be equipped with a massage function, which significantly affects the price of the heating pad. When choosing an individual heater, you need to pay attention to whether it can work on batteries or only on mains. Battery warmers are more convenient for use in the country. Those who are often driving, you can opt for products powered by a car cigarette lighter.
