Webasto are a well established company with a reputation for building high quality products. This is a high end product which is reliable and well supported however, this obviously comes with a big price tag. I selected this heater as the premium heater choice over a similar model by German company Eberspacher, because they are slightly cheaper for the comparable quality. Webasto, a leading manufacturer in leisure vehicle appliances, supplies heating components for thousands of vehicles around the globe. One of those appliances is the very popular diesel air heater called the Air Top 2000 STC. Available for a number of years, this heater is compact, super quiet, and made using high-quality materials. The Webasto Air Top 2000 is a German-made diesel air heater that has been on the market for a number of years. So much so, that this heater is regarded as one of the most reliable diesel heaters ever made. The Air Top 2000 has become a favourite amongst professional campervan conversion companies and self-builders alike. Most camper diesel heaters are extremely efficient using between 0.1 and 0.6 litres of diesel per hour. The figures are similar for budget and premium models. Noise

There will also be an exhaust system and intake pipe, which will both be mounted outside of the caravan. Cut two holes in the cabinet (under bed or dinette) for the diesel heater’s air inlet & outlet vents to poke through. Attach the ducting & vent casings. Noise pollution – all diesel heaters will create some noise whilst running, particularly during the start up cycle. The noise is worse from outside the van than from inside it. The main operations of the heater are all done via a responsive LCD control panel. The display is bright and is multi-coloured. The information displayed on the screen is easy to read and simple to understand and the operating system is intuitive and very responsive. Why We Recommend This Model It doesn’t have a thermostat, rather it has different heat settings which can be adjusted on the digital control panel or via the remote control. There is also the option to set a timer – instant heat from the comfort of your van bed!

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As you can see from the table the main differences between the budget and premium models are the cost and warranty availability. The only thing not considered in this table is the build quality. How does a diesel heater work in a campervan? This is the most important factor to consider. You need to buy the right sized heater to fit your van. If you have a small van such as a VW transporter, a 2KW heater will be fine. This will be able to heat the van whilst running at a low output. EASY TO OPERATE: The LCD dynamic display will clearly show the running state of the machine. Fuel, electricity, temperature can be set arbitrarily. LCD dynamic display, easy to operate, at a glance. If in doubt, please refer to the operating instructions of the LCD dynamic display on the picture.

Pollution – diesel is a fossil fuel so contributes to air pollution, although it has the lowest emissions of all the fossil fuels. If you’re looking to spend as little money as possible on your diesel air heater, then the maXpeedingrods 5kW should fit the bill. The device appears to be well-made and comes in a choice of colours. RAPID HEATING & LOW EMISSIONS: Remote control can Preheating, oil quantity, temperature and wind speed can be adjusted, window's frost can be eliminated. Environmentally air diesel heater, low emissions, low fuel consumption. All in one (Diesel Air Heater), saving space and easy to move. When the vehicle is replaced, it can be disassembled to the new car. NOTE: The remote control needs to be set before it can be used.Usually I wouldn’t recommend cheap brands nobody has ever heard of for something as important as a campervan heater. For example, my top recommendations for campervan fridges, leisure batteries and solar panels are all by reputable brands, since most of the time you get what you pay for.

Weighing only 7.2 kilograms, this heater is available in a variety of colours – however, most of the time you won’t see this so were not so sure how much of a deciding factor this is. Regards heating power, this heater has a maximum heat output of 5000 watts; more than enough power to heat a large campervan efficiently. Now, it is worth mentioning that, with any item that has an unusually low cost (when compared to similar items), it is not surprising to expect a loss in quality. However, taking a look at all the comment from verified owners, as well as having a good read of all the online forums dedicated to Chinese diesel air heaters, a substantial amount of users do in-fact report that the maXpeedingrods diesel air heater is well built and works remarkably well.To manage the build up of carbon soot in the heater is recommend to use to the heater as per the manufacturers recommendations. For example, avoid running the heater for less than 10-15 minutes at a time and periodically give the heater a blast by running it at its highest for 10 minutes. Running the heater at high altitudes will also cause excessive build up so sure to give the heater those blasts more often. Related Reading This model comes with everything you need to plumb it into your van’s own diesel tank (if fitting to the top of the tank) as well as a 10 litre tank if you would prefer to keep it separated. Running the heater from the included 10 litre tank will make this significantly easier to install. Also note that the instruction manuals on these budget heaters may be very limited or mostly in Chinese! You will also want to opt for a 5KW heater if you plan to spend long periods in cold temperatures and not just the odd weekend. Plumbed or non-plumbed Once you’re all warm and toasty, it’s time to turn the diesel heater off and conserve your fuel for next time.