Indoor Propane Heater

The Dyna Glo Portable Propane Heater: Best Friend of campers

Portable propane heaters have long been the heating solution of choice for anyone going camping or on extended RV trips.

Their ease of use and robust build quality are invaluable in isolated and remote areas where proper heating can mean the difference between life and death. One popular model for outdoor use is the Dyna Glo propane heater. This heater is great in situations where electricity is unavailable or limited, such as a campsite or in an RV. Here are some of the features of the Dyna Glo portable propane heater:

1. Safety is always a concern when it comes to propane heaters, and most leading brands incorporate a number of built-in safety features for your well being and peace of mind. Propane heaters work by combustion, which uses up oxygen. This can be in issue in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces where fresh air is not in ready supply. To prevent dangerous levels of oxygen depletion in such situations the Dyna Glo heaters are built with a sensor that shuts off the unit if low oxygen levels are detected. A second important safety feature found in the Dyna Glo heater is the tip-over sensor. Flammable gas can easily leak from fallen over propane heaters, and since propane is a colorless and odorless gas it can be hard to detect. The tip-over sensor prevents this by shutting the unit off when the heater falls over, thereby eliminating the risk of fire or explosions.

1. Heat Source. One of the reasons propane powered heaters are so popular is the affordability and availability of propane gas. The Dyna Glo range of propane heaters are powered by standard 16.4 ounce Coleman propane bottles. These Coleman bottles are a standard in the camping and outdoor recreational industry and can be found in stores all over the country. You can even buy in bulk from discount retailers like Walmart and save more.

2. Heat Output. The Dyna Glo range of portable propane heaters come in two sizes, a smaller unit with a heating capacity of 8000 BTUs and a larger one rated at 16,000 BTUs. The smaller unit uses one Coleman propane canister and can provide continuous heat for up to 5 hours at a time, while the larger one uses two canisters and can run for 10 hours non-stop. Real world results will vary depending on how cold the environment is and what heat settings the units are set to.

3. Ease of use. Propane heaters are famous for their convenience and easy installation. The Dyna Glo portable propane heaters have a built in pocket that stores Coleman canisters, making the whole set-up one self contained unit. These heaters feature a patented swivel valve that allows for easy loading up of the fuel canisters without having to fiddle with valves and intake-pipes. Essentially anyone with very little knowledge of how a propane heating system works can learn to use and operate a Dyna Glo heater.

The popularity of such portable propane heaters is undeniable

Many hobbyists have started to modify these types of heaters to work with larger 20 pound propane tanks as opposed to the smaller 16.4 ounce Coleman canisters. While doing this can lead to huge cost savings and increased operation times for the heater, modifying your propane heaters intake system will void the warranty and can be very dangerous if you don't know what you're doing. A badly modified propane heater runs the risk of leaking highly flammable propane gas into your campsite or RV leading to an explosion or fire.

Along with your portable fridge freezer and propane cooker, the Dyna Glo Propane Heater can be a great addition to your camping/outdoor getup. Many outdoorsmen swear by their handy portable Dyna Glo propane heater.