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  2. Thermostat - Wikipedia

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    The power through the thermostat is provided by the heating device and may range from millivolts to 240 volts in common North American construction, and is used to control the heating system either directly (electric baseboard heaters and some electric furnaces) or indirectly (all gas, oil and forced hot water systems).

  3. Infinite switch - Wikipedia

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    Energy regulator of an electric stove with a glass-ceramic hob. 1: Electric contacts (here closed); 2: Bimetal; 3: Heater for Bimetal. An infinite switch, simmerstat, energy regulator or infinite controller is a type of switch that allows variable power output of a heating element of an electric stove. It is called "infinite" because its ...

  4. Mercury switch - Wikipedia

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    This is what older style thermostats used to turn a heater or air conditioner on or off. The mercury displacement switch uses a 'plunger' that dips into a pool of mercury, raising the level in the container to contact at least one electrode. This design is used in relays in industrial applications that need to switch high current loads frequently.

  5. Electric heating - Wikipedia

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    30 kW resistance heating coils This radiant heater uses tungsten halogen lamps. Electric heating is a process in which electrical energy is converted directly to heat energy. Common applications include space heating, cooking, water heating and industrial processes. An electric heater is an electrical device that converts an electric current ...

  6. How To Prep for Winter Energy Bills: 7 Affordable Home Upgrades

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    Insulate Your Water Heater Average cost: $30 If you have an electric water heater, insulating it could save you anywhere from 7% to 16% in water heating costs and pay for itself within a year.

  7. Klosterman says smart thermostats can help save up to 10% on heating and cooling costs each year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Related: The 6 Best Smart Thermostats, According To ...