What are the types of electric towel racks?

Classification by Installation Method

Installation with Plug - in and Exposed Wires

This installation method is relatively simple and suitable for families that have already completed the decoration. Just reserve a three - pronged socket in a suitable position, and you can install the towel rack easily. Currently, the wire - outlet direction of many electric towel rack products can be interchanged left and right, and the position of the socket can be reserved according to your own needs. For example, you can use the existing sockets in the bathroom, such as those for hair dryers, smart toilets, or washing machines. Its advantage is that the installation is convenient and no major changes are needed to the wall. The disadvantage is that the exposed wires may affect the aesthetics to some extent.

Installation with Concealed Wires Embedded

If the house has not started to be renovated yet, installing with concealed wires embedded is a good choice. This method requires pre - embedding the power cord in the wall in the early stage. Single - rod towel racks generally only offer this installation method and can be controlled by a wall switch. After the installation of concealed wires is completed, the wires are hidden in the wall, which is both beautiful and safe. Many hotels and villas prefer this decoration method. However, it has high requirements for the early - stage renovation planning. Once the renovation is completed, it is more troublesome to make changes.

Classification by Functional Use

Decorative and Storage Type

This type of electric towel rack pays more attention to the appearance design. It can be integrated with various bathroom decoration styles, effectively enhancing the decorative taste of the bathroom. At the same time, it also has a strong storage function and can replace ordinary towel racks. Some small - sized electric towel racks even have a storage capacity equivalent to that of 3 ordinary towel racks. After installation, there is no need to install an ordinary towel rack separately.

Drying and Heating Type

Maintaining a certain temperature is the main function of this type of electric towel rack. It can quickly dry wet towels. Moreover, small items of clothing, underwear, babies' clothes, and bibs can all be dried on it. The drying speed and effect vary among different products. You can pay attention to the product parameters when choosing.

Bathroom Heating Type

Some electric towel racks have a heating mode. The temperature in this mode is slightly higher than that in the drying mode, which can increase the bathroom temperature to a certain extent. However, its heating effect cannot be compared with that of professional Bathroom Heaters and can only be used as an auxiliary heating device. In cold winters, it can bring us a little warmth while we are taking a bath.

Classification by Material

Aluminum Alloy Material

Aluminum alloy electric towel racks have a relatively low cost and fast heat conduction. However, they have poor texture and insufficient decorative properties, giving an obvious sense of cheapness. They are not very suitable for users who pursue high - quality decoration effects.

Low - Carbon Steel Material

Low - carbon steel is easy to process and has a low cost. It often uses processes such as needle welding, which are suitable for mass production. However, its disadvantages are also obvious. After long - term use, rusting is inevitable. If liquid heat conduction is used, it is also prone to corrosion, ultimately leading to liquid leakage problems. It is generally used in low - end radiator products.

Stainless Steel Material

Stainless steel has the characteristics of high strength and easy cleaning. It has a rich variety of surface treatment methods, can create various metal textures, has high durability, and fast heat conduction. However, the material cost and processing cost of stainless steel are relatively high. When choosing a stainless - steel electric towel rack, it is recommended to give priority to 304 or 316 stainless steel. 201 stainless steel, also known as stainless iron, has relatively poor performance, so it should be used with caution.

Copper Material

The performance of copper material is similar to that of stainless steel, but its comprehensive corrosion resistance is slightly lower than that of stainless steel, and the material cost is relatively high. However, it is relatively easy to process and can use one - step forming processes such as red punching.

Classification by Heating Method

Liquid Heat - Conduction Heating

Generally used for heating - type electric towel racks. Its structure is relatively simple and is not prone to overheating. The power is usually large. In some areas that need heating, it is a good choice to adopt a water - and - electricity dual - use scheme and connect it to the floor - heating system. However, this heating method is relatively power - consuming, has a risk of liquid leakage, and some products need to add heat - conducting liquid regularly, which makes maintenance more troublesome.

Dry Heating

There is no liquid involved in dry heating. It has a fast heating speed and uniform heat generation. It is generally used for non - heating - purpose electric towel racks , has a low power, and is energy - saving. However, it requires proper design of the electrical power and anti - overheating measures, and it is more difficult to repair in the later stage.