Heat Pump Tumble Dryers
The models that use heat pumps do not require a vent pipe since they store their water in a simple reservoir. They also operate at a lower temperature, making them less harsh on your clothes and more sustainable.
A heat pump tumble dryer may cost more than a vented model. Do you think it's worth the investment?
It's more efficient
Heat pumps are often thought of as a way to warm a building. However they are capable of much more than simply huffing puffing to produce hot air. It also delivers AC and it turns out that heat pumps are highly efficient when employed to wash laundry. They are a great option for those who are worried about the damage to their clothes because of tumble drying, or if you live in an apartment where drying outside isn't feasible.
The dryers of heat pumps reuse and recycle the air that is used to dry your clothes. The evaporator absorbs the moisture in your clothes and the resulting condensation is collected and re-heated in a tank. This means that tumble dryers with heat pumps use considerably less energy than condenser or vented models.
But there's a downside: because they use lower temperatures, your clothing might take a bit longer to dry. However, it's worth the wait for those who want to reduce their energy consumption and keep their clothes in good condition.
Heat pump tumble dryers are also more flexible than condenser or vented counterparts because they don't require vent ducting. While they still need an enclosure to store water condensation, which needs to be cleaned regularly, or a plumbing connection when you plug them into your drains, they aren't a major issue in the energy savings they can provide.
Heat pump tumble dryers are an excellent choice for industrial laundry operations who require a high-quality washing service while remaining as energy efficient as they can be. They can reduce energy consumption by as much as 70% as they don't release hot air into the atmosphere. This could result in significant savings on utility bills.
While there is a cost to purchase and install a heat pump tumble dryer , the substantial energy savings it can make will quickly pay for the initial cost. It is important to maintain your heat-pump tumble dryer. Cleaning it frequently will help prevent the buildup of lint, which could reduce its effectiveness and create a fire hazard.
It's gentler on your clothes
The process of drying clothes by tumble can cause damage to your clothes if temperatures are too high, but the heat pump tumble dryers employ moisture extraction instead of direct heating to dry your laundry. This means that your clothes are dried at a lower temperature which is less harsh on your fabric and can extend the life of your favorite clothes and jumpers. They also require a tank of water (also known as reservoir) that you have to empty regularly or if they're plumbed. But this isn't a huge issue for the majority of households since you can empty it with the normal household waste.
It's more sustainable.
If you don't have enough space to hang your clothes to dry, or if you prefer not to, tumble drying is an excellent option. Tumble dryers can cause damage to fabrics if they are used frequently and at higher temperatures. Beko heat pumps tumble dryers are made to dry your clothes at lower temperatures, thus removing moisture. Find out more information about our Heat Pump tumble dryer range here.