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DAYTON Direct-Fired Portable Oil & Kerosene Torpedo Heaters

Dayton portable oil-fired heaters are designed to function as the primary source of heat in open spaces, construction sites, jobsites and outdoor locations.

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StyleModelAir FlowAmps AcBtuh OutputFuel TypeHeightLengthWidthPrice
A
3VE48
175 cfm1.450,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, #2 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-815"32"12"£401.58
B
3VE49
265 cfm1.475,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, #2 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-815"32"12"£506.55
C
3VE50
500 cfm2.3125,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-825"38"22"£640.96
D
3VE51
600 cfm2.7170,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, #2 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-826"43"24"£712.32
E
3VE52
650 cfm2.8210,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, #2 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-826"43"24"£844.88
F
3VE53
1400 cfm3.0400,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, #2 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-835"52.5"54"£2,233.21
G
4XA50
3600 CFM7.1650,000K1 Kerosene, #1 Fuel Oil/Diesel, #2 Fuel Oil/Diesel, Jet A, JP-849"69.25"34.5"£3,729.91
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Direct-Fired Portable Oil & Kerosene Torpedo Heaters

Dayton oil fired heaters are used for heating ventilated spaces like construction sites and jobsites. They have open flame that straight away heats the air to warm a space. These powder coated portable heaters can be comfortably moved wherever heat is required and also provide an adjustable heat angle. Choose from a range of these torpedo heaters, available in 175, 265, 500, 600 and 3600 CFM flow rates.

Working Mechanism

  • Electric magnet pumps are used in Dayton kerosene heaters to propel fuel into the fuel line and eventually the burner head's nozzle, spraying it into the combustion chamber.
  • A spark plug ignites the fuel & air mixture and starts the heating process.
  • They circulate heated air across a room using a fan.
  • The fans suck air in from the rear.
  • Finally, the air is circulated through a cylinder to heat the area.

Features

  • Dayton torpedo heaters have an open flame that directly heats the air to warm a space.
  • Owing to their portability, they can be comfortably moved wherever heat is required and also offer an adjustable heat angle.
  • These oil-fired heaters feature powder-coated finish to resist corrosion.

Compatible Accessories

  • Fuel Tank Assemblies: Dayton torpedo heaters can be fitted with new fuel tank assemblies once the pre-installed assembly gets old, worn-out or damaged.
  • Thermostats: These temperature controls in the fuel oil torpedo heater can get damaged or show the wrong result. Users should replace them for proper heating.

Standards and Approvals

  • cCSAus
  • NEMA 5-15P

Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel do these heaters operate on?

These heaters require 1-K kerosene for electricity and combustion to operate the fan.

How much time does it take to fill a tank fully?

It requires 10 hours to fill a 50-gallon tank.

What is the maximum air flow rate of the torpedo heaters?

They offer air flow rates up to 3600 cfm.

How long can you run a torpedo heater?

A torpedo heater offers an operating capacity of about 15 hours.

What types of fuel are compatible with these Dayton portable oil-fired torpedo heaters?

  • Diesel
  • Fuel Oil
  • Jet A, JP-8 & K1 Kerosene

How to assemble these heaters?

  • Assemble the wheel, axle, handle, controls, air inlets & fan guards to the frame containing the tank & motor.
  • Fill the fuel tank and close the fuel cap.
  • Plug the power cord into a grounded power supply.
  • Adjust the thermostat settings in the attached control panel & switch On the power.

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