Place |
Name |
Characteristic in the rating |
1 | Daewoo Power Products DW-TM1kVA | Optimal combination of price and quality |
2 | RUCELF BOILER-600 | Buyer's Choice |
3 | Huter 400GS | Better sinusoidal current stabilization |
4 | Powercom TCA-2000 | Profitable price |
1 | Stihl VoltSaver R1000 | The most reliable |
2 | Leader PS600W | Large margin of safety |
3 | IEK Prime 0.5 kVA (IVS31-1-00500) | Best price category |
1 | Stihl IS350 | Buyer's Best Choice |
2 | SDP-1/1-1-220-T | Stable Performance |
3 | Energy PN-500 | Ability to work as a UPS |
Modern gas boilers are high-end equipment with a processor system for monitoring and adjusting operating parameters. Of course, the electronics are sensitive to voltage drops and any slight surge in the network can disable the control unit, the cost of which in the price of the boiler is 30-50%. This will lead to a shutdown of the heating system (which is highly undesirable during the winter months) and unplanned expenses, and not small ones. To prevent such consequences, network stabilizers are used that equalize the drops, and in critical cases simply turn off the equipment.
In our review, we will consider these devices of various types (most widely used on the market), which are best suited for protecting heating boilers.The rating score was formed on the basis of the characteristics declared by the manufacturer and the experience of the owners of this equipment.
The best relay-type stabilizers for gas boilers
The most popular devices in Russia for the stable operation of gas boilers are relay-type models. They belong to the class of automatic transformer devices with mechanical adjustment of stabilization. The most important positive characteristic of relay-type products is considered to be a quick response to voltage surges (up to 20 ms).
4 Powercom TCA-2000
Country: Taiwan
Average price: 2000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.2
Available relay voltage converters for gas boilers are offered by manufacturers from China. The Powercom TCA-2000 has a compact housing that houses 4 European-style output sockets. They are protected against accidental entry of people or objects. For complete safety, all sockets have a ground loop.
Consumers note the presence of an automatic switch that prevents overloading the device and protects it from short circuits. After troubleshooting the electrical network, you must turn it on with the push of a button. The advantages of the stabilizer include the ability to withstand high loads. Even in conditions of poor operation of the electrical network, the correct operation of the boiler is maintained. The model is silent during operation.
3 Huter 400GS
Country: China
Average price: 2680 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.5
The relay stabilizer Huter 400GS has the best value in this category and is great for protecting the electronic part of a gas boiler. It operates in the range from 110 to 260 V with the maximum possible stabilization deviation of no more than 8%.It is easy to connect, has a digital voltage indication, small dimensions and is mounted on the wall. But its main advantage is that it provides a sinusoidal current without distortion at the output.
Owners who have chosen this stabilizer point out other strengths of the Huter 400GS in their reviews. They are expressed in the presence of protection against short circuit, high voltage or overheating of the wiring. In all these emergency situations, automation will disconnect from the network and prevent damage to expensive equipment.
The main performance characteristics of voltage stabilizers of various types
Operating characteristic | Relay | Servo | Triac | inverter |
Input voltage, Volt | 140-260 | 150-250 | 150-250 | 90-310 |
Response time, milliseconds | < 20 | < 100 | < 20 | instantly |
Voltage equalization error | <10 % | <3 % | <5 % | <2 % |
Voltage regulation | stepped | smooth | stepped | instant |
Surge protection, % | 90 | 20 | 90 | 100 |
Service maintenance | Not required | Required | Not required | Not required |
Service life, years | 10-15 | 1-5 | 10-15 | 20 |
The summary table does not take into account the cost of equipment, because it largely depends not only on the type of construction, but also on the operating power of the stabilizer. Moreover, in the matter of ensuring the reliability of individual heating systems, the price issue is shifting to the background.
2 RUCELF BOILER-600
Country: Russia (produced in China)
Average price: 3585 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
The relay stabilizer RUCELF KOTYOL-600, produced and developed in Russia, has proven itself in the market of electrical goods. A simple and at the same time reliable protection mechanism for an expensive gas boiler control unit remarkably resists frequent voltage drops, while maintaining accuracy until the end of its service life.
Owners love this compact wall mounted unit.Although it costs more than similar models from other brands, the RUCELF stabilizer stands out with more reliable components and high performance. It is great for gas heaters, the electrical part of which consumes up to 400 watts (these are almost all modern models). The reviews positively assess the joint work of the stabilizer with equipment such as Baxi, Ariston, Ferolli and Vaillant. If there is grounding, the correct connection (phase and zero must come to the appropriate connectors), the stabilizer and the heating boiler connected through it will serve its owner for the maximum possible length of time.
1 Daewoo Power Products DW-TM1kVA
Country: South Korea (made in China)
Average price: 3590 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
The best low cost gas boiler stabilizer with good specifications is Daewoo Power Products DW-TM1kVA. At an affordable price, it has a high efficiency (95%), decent power (1 kW), a small error (8%), a wide voltage drop limit (140-270 V). The response time is 20 ms, the device has protection against interference, overheating, high voltage and short circuit.
Consumers love the wall-mounted model's small footprint, light weight (only 3.285 kg), stylish design and digital display. The only drawback, many consider a short electric cord.
The best electronic stabilizers for gas boilers
Instead of mechanical stabilization switching, thyristors and triacs are used in electronic devices. Devices of this type are distinguished by reliability, high accuracy and speed. In addition, they are unpretentious in operation and do not emit strong noise.
3 IEK Prime 0.5 kVA (IVS31-1-00500)
Country: China
Average price: 4520 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.2
The Italian device Ortea Gemini 10-15 / 7-20 became the most high-precision voltage stabilizer in our review. It exhibits a unique error of 0.5%. The device is designed to work in a single-phase household network with voltage drops at the input from 140 to 290 V. The stabilizer quickly responds to voltage surges (20 ms), overload and short circuit protection is provided.
Domestic consumers appreciate the ability to operate the stabilizer in a wide temperature range (-15...+40°C). The digital display clearly shows input and output voltage readings.
2 Leader PS600W
Country: Russia
Average price: 9380 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
The stabilizer is manufactured using the best quality components, which determines a long service life. The supported power is optimal for connecting a heating boiler or other equipment that is sensitive to voltage drops. The device generates an output signal without distortion, reliably protecting the electrical circuits of more expensive devices. Stabilization accuracy is provided at the level of 4-5%, which has become one of the best indicators for equipment of this class.
The owners note a fairly wide corridor of fluctuations in the network (155-265V), in which the rectifier remains operational. The presence of protection against high voltage and short circuit is also one of the strengths of this device. The absence of moving parts and a decent level of assembly ensures trouble-free operation with any deviations in network performance.In user reviews, this characteristic is most often mentioned as key to the normal functioning of a gas boiler and heating system.
1 Stihl VoltSaver R1000
Country: Russia
Average price: 11653 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
This is the best stabilizer in this category, which is optimally suited for protecting gas boilers and uninterrupted operation of heating systems. The negative impact of mains voltage fluctuations on the connected electronics can be avoided thanks to the built-in filter, which equalizes the input signal at a speed of 350 V / s, while the error is no more than 4%.
Calm VoltSaver R1000 is designed as a desktop model, characterized by instant response and smooth voltage adjustment. This characteristic was achieved thanks to a multi-stage stabilization system. In their reviews, the owners also highly appreciate the additional security complex that turns off powered devices in various emergency situations (short circuit, overheating of wires, etc.). The presence of two outlets at the outlet and more than excess power for the operation of a gas boiler allows you to connect a kitchen TV or other expensive device to the stabilizer.
The best inverter voltage stabilizers for gas boilers
Stabilizers of this type respond faster than others (instantly) to changes in voltage in the network, which provides better protection of equipment from surges. They operate on the principle of double conversion, which determines the unique characteristics of the device.In the private sector, due to weather conditions or other reasons, an increase to 380 volts (phase-to-phase short circuit) can easily occur, which will disable even the electronics that are connected through the stabilizer (at its low response speed). Whoever is not threatened by the consequences of an emergency is the owners of inverter protective devices, the best models of which are presented below.
3 Energy PN-500
Country: Russia
Average price: 7900 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.6
This stabilizer works on the principle of double conversion of the incoming voltage, providing reliable power supply to the gas boiler during power surges. Feedback on the operation of this device is more than positive. Owners appreciate the protection of connected equipment against various AC mains fluctuations. The stabilizer immediately breaks the connection when the wiring heats up, short circuits and power surges that go beyond safe operation.
In addition, when connecting special batteries, this device can function as an uninterruptible power supply. The parameters of the device expanded in this way (if the battery capacity meets the required values) can provide autonomous operation of the heating system for up to 12 hours. Thanks to this technical solution, the owners consider Energy PN-500 one of the best stabilizers for gas boilers.
2 SDP-1/1-1-220-T
Country: Russia
Average price: 7270 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
A modern stabilizer operating on the principle of double conversion is produced by the domestic group of companies Ruselt.The device has a fair resistance to network loads and, thanks to the high quality of parts, demonstrates an impressive margin of safety. At the output of the converter, a voltage is generated within 218-222 V (the most accurate stabilization) with a sinusoidal current that does not have high-frequency network interference.
For reliable operation of individual heating systems, some owners successfully use SDP-1 / 1-1-220-T, connecting gas equipment through a stabilizer. In their opinion, this is one of the best devices on the market - this is how users explain their choice in the reviews. The output power allows you to connect devices with a total load of up to 700 W, which means that other expensive equipment can be protected along with the boiler.
1 Stihl IS350
Country: Russia
Average price: 4956 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
Distinctive features of this stabilizer are the presence of electronic protection against short circuits, internal overheating, network overloads and filtering of impulse noise. The last factor determines the output voltage with an undistorted sinusoid, which ensures the durability of the gas boiler control unit. The equipment works when the input is from 90 to 310 V, otherwise the stabilizer will disconnect from the AC mains. Voltage equalization occurs instantly (even an ordinary incandescent lamp does not flicker). This quality of work was liked by the buyers who chose this model.
Stihl IS350 will ensure reliable operation of the heating system and protection of expensive equipment (boiler) from power surges. Made in an elegant metal case, the stabilizer is mounted on the wall and does not take up much space.It can be used to protect a gas boiler, computer equipment, TV, audio equipment and other electrical appliances, the power consumption of which does not exceed 300 watts. These characteristics are also confirmed in the reviews of the owners of the Shtil stabilizer, who consider their choice the most correct decision. Despite being more expensive than other models, the level of protection offered is well worth the money spent.