KING Of Affordable Diesel Heaters | Hcalory HC-A1B 5KW Air Heater

KING Of Affordable Diesel Heaters | Hcalory HC-A1B 5KW Air Heater | All-In-One Portable Heater

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3 ай бұрын

In my last diesel heater review video, I mentioned that the SS2 was the king of affordable type diesel heaters, and as it has proven to be a really great heat source. Hcalory has Since challenged that not only is this heater the ONE but all of their line of heaters are. So In today’s video I’m going to be comparing this heater that I really love with this other heater offered by hcalory and at the end of the video I’ll give you my thoughts. Are the main differences improved? Why is one cheaper than the other? What heater would you choose? Let’s find out! Thanks for watching 🍻
Hcalory sent me this heater to review for my viewers. I will receive a small commission if a heater is purchased through my links. ATEM OFFROAD appreciates any type of support and I do my best to find the best affordable offroad gear. My reviews are always honest and I will always let you know if its worth it or not.
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0:01 Hcalory HC-A1B Intro
0:40 First Impression
1:09 Fuel Tank Options
2:15 Outside Features
3:24 What’s in the box
7:16 Setup
11:25 Fuel Pump Prime
12:36 Bluetooth App
14:11 Modes Of Control
15:28 First Start Up
6:50 Start Up
12:07 Wireless Smart Phone App Control Setup
20:05 Thoughts
20:50 Hcalory Giveaway
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@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Another Major downside with this heater I did not mention is it doesn’t automatically adjust altitude like the other one, you have to manually adjust this. This will get you back to a leaner mixture starting above 3k ft In altitude. Fast track: 0:01 Hcalory HC-A1B Intro 0:40 First Impression 1:09 Fuel Tank Options 2:15 Outside Features 3:24 What’s in the box 7:16 Setup 11:25 Fuel Pump Prime 12:36 Bluetooth App 14:11 Modes Of Control 15:28 First Start Up 6:50 Start Up 12:07 Wireless Smart Phone App Control Setup 20:05 Thoughts 20:50 Hcalory Giveaway Links and codes: Hcalory ToolBox Heater: amzn.to/3RjHaoz 20% off using code: ATEMTB20

@bee-the-dev 6 күн бұрын

You're the GOAT for this one! Thanks a lot for the review!

@bertjacobson9550 Ай бұрын

I changed fuel lines start up was awsome very little smoke nice heater 😊

@bertjacobson9550 Ай бұрын

Thanks bro just bought one hope it’s goo 👍🤝

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

Awesome 😎 🍻🙌

@ohnoadventures 3 ай бұрын

Good video 👍. We have the same heater

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Very cool 😎 🍻

@SuperTrackhoe1 3 ай бұрын

Great video. How do they function when mounted outside? Going to mount outside camper shell. I realize you don’t want it in a flood, but just normal condensation?

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

I think they are great outside I’ve had no real problems with condensation. it’s so hot everything burns off.

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

When/if I get one it will be outside

@zekecanada5244 3 ай бұрын

Great video. But, why would you have the exhaust running right next to hot air outlet ??

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Just by design the heat that rises off has no impact on the outlet ducting. 🍻

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

Touche

@Captck 3 ай бұрын

Could I strap this underneath my van, on it's side? I'd tap the fuel from the van tank and make sure that the pump is still at the optimum angle. Would also run the control to inside. Just wondering if these heaters function if turned 90 degrees or if they have to be that way up with the exhaust coming out the bottom like that. The case would offer good protection which is what got me thinking.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

It’s very possible, I’m sure there’s a way to customize it to make it work for the van. I cannot confirm the 90 rotation of the heater is ok . But I will ask around and let you know if it’s recommended or not. 🍻

@stevend9124 3 ай бұрын

I like the newest one had know idea about the bigger tank you can hook up I think you showed me the heater for my small shop🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

For shed or garage use this one maybe better for adaptation of a larger tank, but if I had to choose I’d get the other one it’s better for camping. You have the other one?

@stevend9124 3 ай бұрын

I do I bought one after watching that video @ATEMOFFROAD

@stevend9124 3 ай бұрын

My neighbor has a few of them laying around might have to borrow one @DIRTYPETER1

@trs25596 2 ай бұрын

Your link to Amazon goes to an Amazon blank page. I can’t find this model anywhere. Not even on Hcalory website. Any ideas? I would like to purchase this model. Thanks and great video.

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

Thank you looking into that as of now i appreciate it. Here is a good link for now amzn.to/4bxNLUi

@rbljackson Ай бұрын

YOu may have mentioned this in one of your videos on this..but how does it work at higher altitudes (over 8K feet). IM looking at the other one you did a video on for camping, and want to make sure it works well at higher altitudes.

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

Sir, I stand corrected , this unit doesn’t automatically adjust altitude you have to manually adjust this one. This will get you back to a leaner mixture starting above 3k ft In altitude. 🍻

@lorrynortheastguy4787 Ай бұрын

I got mine working by the phone Bluetooth but can't get it working by the remote can anyone show a video of how to set it up as the instructions are a bit sketchy to me it seems as though it's paired with the factory setting and not the remote that comes with it, I'm wondering if I can clear the setting and start again, mine doesn't show its trying to pair as per the instructions

@brianredding9160 3 ай бұрын

You saw about 300 degrees at the heat wrap? Did that melt the plastic at all? Can you run this heater with the side closed? I really like this heater but isn't that a little too hot?

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Nothing melted, the sensor could also be incorrect as those sensors don’t like shinny objects. Yes you can run the heater with the side closed . My last video snow camping shows this. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r7aVodR-nNbJlJ8.htmlsi=4X6d41utvRkz4XZM

@blacksheepexpedition6347 3 ай бұрын

I would put the fuel outlet on the side of the tank 1 “ from the bottom so it doesn’t suck up debris in the fuel blocking the fuel filter.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Good point, I’ll consider when I upgrade the tank. 🍻

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

Why would debris get in the tank? You'll have a smaller fuel tank @@ATEMOFFROAD

@la24dogg21 Ай бұрын

Some dessial brands can have crud in them or even possbaly an dirty gas can (deasil can whatever)

@dabaird12 3 ай бұрын

😊 I see the wife using this one. On the tiping over problem, maybe add some feet to keep it from falling

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Awesome maybe you can win it during the giveaway, I’ll have more info on that in the Instagram page Monday. And as for feet absolutely good idea. Thanks for watching 🍻

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

I bet she loves ❤️ that moniker 😂

@zacharyheard Ай бұрын

Can you run it closed and will it run correctly on its side? I ordered one today, I'm gonna try mounting a 5V computer fan on the inside so I can run it closed hopefully.

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

You can run it closed, it’s not made to run on its side though 🍻

@Robertrls01 3 ай бұрын

I would of pushed the exhaust hose further away from the heater, so there's no chance of the intake pulling exhaust fumes inside the unit and discharging them through the duct.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Good idea 🍻

@hamradio365 3 ай бұрын

How manny gallon of diesel will the standard diesel heater use cheap ones and im im ohio lows 20 to 30 at night

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

I just got back from a camping trip with this heater and The Lows were 29, I ran the diesel heater for 11 hours straight on level three and used about a half gallon maybe less , new camping video coming soon 🍻

@b.whittaker7858 3 ай бұрын

One thing that no one is mentioning is the burn off. Before you install this in anything fire it up and let it run on high heat for 1 full tank. I didn't do that and the fumes ran me out of my boat. These are great heaters for the money. I used mine last week on a lake in Canada and we all took our jackets off inside the cabin.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Nice , I mention this in my diesel heaters for camping video. 🍻

@nightowl5630 2 ай бұрын

It looks it but I can't find a definite answer. Does the controller remove to be able to be put in ice hut or tent? If so how long is factory lead?

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

It can be removed but the lead is not long enough and it will need to be extended to be inside the ice hut. Or better yet why not just leave the controller on the heater and use the new “level mode” instead of temperature mode to control the heater either wireless or Bluetooth app control on a smart phone?

@nightowl5630 2 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD I was only curious no one talks about it being removable. I have the same unit not in a box awesome heater! And the app besides the fact you can't change to Fahrenheit is very handy and never failed me yet.

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

@@nightowl5630 I do talk about it here: Diesel Heaters For Winter Tent Camping - Upgrades and Modifications kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i81dZsmbz6m0h3k.html

@PauldelRosario 3 ай бұрын

What other countries produce diesel heaters of that class and cost / performance?

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Espar, planar, wabasto. German, Canadian, American. 🍻

@TheologosD 3 ай бұрын

The only issue i deal with this diesel heater is that my 12v output can't handle the ignition. I have an ecoflow river 2 pro and overload protection hits during the ignition. Ecoflow can barely handle one night with this burner. After the ignition the consumption is about 25- 35 watts level 2. With my older 5kw burner the consumption after the ignition was 10watts

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Good point , might be the fact this one can heat up a bit faster than the older ones. I stopped using a power bank for my heater and if I really do need to I use the 120vac adapter. The other heater I use comes with one. The 120vac side should be able to handle it. This is the battery I’ve been using for two seasons now and it’s been solid. amzn.to/48X1D8X

@TheologosD 3 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD I forgot to mention that I use a 220 to 12v converter for the ignition and the rest of the night, but maybe this is the reason why the EcoFlow can’t handle the night. A constant 25-35 watts consumption it’s very high for a 768Wh battery station. Maybe the converter it self use some significant power to convert the 220 to 12v

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

@@TheologosD there will be some loss, because of the inversion of volts. 12-120-12Vdc. I used my 1500 flashspeed and 10 hours later the bank went from 100 - 33% I believe this battery is a bit bigger than yours. The battery I shared I like it because it’s self charging but, there’s no way to tell the batteries level. 🍻

@theangrycamper 3 ай бұрын

Altitude adjustment tutorial would be amazing :)

@theangrycamper 3 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD Well I took mine camping up to about the 7k ft elevation and it kept going out with an error code saying it was low oxygen so it wouldn't run on high, after several attempts, I turned it on to a very low setting and then it ran all night but we froze our asses off. I was researching and someone said maybe altitude adjustment, I kinda thought it needed an attitude adjustment but I decided not to throw it in the lake....

@theangrycamper 3 ай бұрын

Maybe it was an over temp code, now I can't remember but I was going to try running it with a 4" duct instead of the little 3" one, also I might add, I ran it at my house for HOURS on high and it ran fine, I am about 550' above sea level and then when I went to the mountains at 7k is when it gave me trouble. so I guess I made assumptions lol

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

@@theangrycamper interesting I was just at 7k on my last trip no problems. Curious to know what battery you are using to run the heater? Also what elevation did it say on your controller?

@theangrycamper 3 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD I'm heading back to the mountains in a few days to try it again and see what it does. The battery is a LIFEpo4 100AH so it has tons of juice. I didn't notice an elevation on the controller, I'll have to take notice of that. The funniest part of this whole thing is that when my son and I tested it at home and it worked great, I said, "watch we will get to the mountains and it won't work for us" and it didn't lmao.

@theangrycamper 3 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD It was like 28 that night, and in a ground tent on the snow.

@Themuskychannel 3 ай бұрын

It’s like someone’s out there giving the request for louder and louder fuel pumps lol goodness

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Haha yeah that hasn’t changed, they can definitely do better. 🍻

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

@ATEMOFFROAD some folks have upgraded to quieter fuel ⛽️ pump

@Couchlover47 2 ай бұрын

Maybe I missed it but does this unit self adjust for elevation?

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

Sir, I stand corrected , this unit doesn’t automatically adjust altitude you have to manually adjust this one. This will get you back to a leaner mixture starting above 3k ft In altitude. 🍻

@jerryquintana2508 3 ай бұрын

How much power does it use? I didn't notice.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

11amps initial start up, level 3 - 3 amps, level 1 under 1 amp. Shutdown cycle 8 amps, and just the fan on rejecting heat off exchanger .35A.

@snowking171 Ай бұрын

Is there a way to turn off the audible cue?

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

Yes it can be turned off the book shows how to do it. 👍🏼

@snowking171 Ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD nice! My dog would flip out if he heard it outside the tent in the middle of the night

@JeepinDownUnder 3 ай бұрын

You could also use your own style tank, such as a diesel XJ? 🤔 😏

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

I like the way you think, why not 🤷‍♂️🤯

@TheKwiggins 2 ай бұрын

Having issues going over 14c keep getting an e9 overheat code anyone have any advice

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

Unlike the other heater, you have to manually set the altitude.

@XYoverland 3 ай бұрын

The big problem with the Hcalory heaters is some of them (because it apparently varies) use too much power on startup to use with a portable power bank. My brother just rolled the dice on one and it tries to pull about 12a before overloading the power station, which is rated at 10a. Not returnable to Amazon so it's either buy a spare battery like you have or spend less and get a better quality heater.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Good point , might be the fact this one can heat up a bit faster than the older ones. Which is actually an improvement. I stopped using a power bank for my heater and if I really do need to, I use the 120vac adapter. The other heater I use comes with an adapter . The 120vac side should be able to handle it. This is the battery I’ve been using for two seasons now and it’s been solid. The main reason I go this route is that it handles the power and self charging, but at the moment there is no way to tell the level of charge on this battery. 🍻amzn.to/48X1D8X

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Another reason not to use a power bank is that it can shut off on you if you turn off your heater during the night, because there is no draw from the battery it automatically shuts down over a specific amount of time when not in use. If your up stairs like I am in a tent, your going back down to the battery to turn it back on to turn your heater on . Makes the wireless part of the heater pointless. IMO. 🍻

@XYoverland 3 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD Yeah I had that happen once with my fridge plugged in on a cold night. Didn’t realize it till a few hours later after the sun was up. The one I have now has the option to disable Eco mode so that won’t happen.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

@@XYoverland that’s a nice feature, just to bad it can’t handle the cold. The more cold, the more power your heater will need to heat up. Thats for every heater.

@THENEWWRANGLER Ай бұрын

What size fuel tank was that ?

@ATEMOFFROAD Ай бұрын

5L liter 🍻

@THENEWWRANGLER Ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD i have the 8 L IN MY SHOPPING CART MAYBE IT WILL SIT MORE STABLE LIKE YOU MENTIONED

@MartyLee-vf7lr 3 ай бұрын

I have the same exact heater, and I went with a different fuel tank. I'm with with the rotopack and it works perfectly it touches the ground so it is much more stable as well plus I have more fuel capacity for longer running. There is someone on KZfaq that has done this mod that I'm telling you about, it's a black tank look it up. It's a very nice upgrade fuel lines and all.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Nice , I was actually considering this for another video upgrading the tank. We shall see, and thanks for sharing. 🍻

@overlanding116 3 ай бұрын

I recently purchased this heater, and I don't believe that either the air filter or the exhaust muffler serves a purpose. Both of these have a direct flow (straight pipe). If someone knows anything about this, Please enlighten me.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

They do quiet the machine especially the exhaust side a fair bit, the air filter I mentioned and remove someone on here said it’s a muffler, so that makes sense. But I removed it anyway. 🍻

@capt.stubing5604 3 ай бұрын

I don’t think the foam you took out of the intake is a filter. It’s a muffler.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

That crossed my mind and you are likely right, I feel it’s not a good idea to have on long term. 👍🏼

@johngaytes-ex7nt 3 ай бұрын

I made the mistake and bought it and the clicking noise is so damn annoying I give it to a friend

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

I hardly ever hear mine when I’m up stairs in my tent, sometimes I think it was turned off. I wrap mine in noise deadening material it helps. There’s also a silent pump you can buy on Amazon. Your friend got a sold heater. 🍻

@zekecanada5244 3 ай бұрын

I have watched lots of van life videos with these knock off heaters. Original mfg is German. Plus, how does anyone stand the clicking fro the fuel pump. Thats a deal killer for me, 😢

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

High I tried to apply your discount code but denied me, what did I do wrong

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

It looks like they discontinued the discount, but at 109 its already discounted more that when the code actually worked.

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD do you think I can run it for 8 hrs from 12v battery or will I have to keep my generator running to keep it at full voltage.. thx appreciate your help. Hi from Orygun

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

@@speedfreak8200 should have no problem with a 12v battery just make sure your battery is sized properly and can discharge 12amps. I use a 100ah battery and I can easily get 2 10hr nights before a re charge. amzn.to/3wCJEqh

@speedfreak8200 2 ай бұрын

@@ATEMOFFROAD I have a 900 cranking amps

@ATEMOFFROAD 2 ай бұрын

@@speedfreak8200 900cc only means something if you completely understand your battery. Is it a short, dual purpose or deep cycle battery? Given the 900cca it’s mostly likely a short cycle battery that is for starting a vehicle?

@ccwstraightshooter9761 3 ай бұрын

If you buy the 7L tank it’ll be flush with the ground and therefore not tip over.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Nice , I like that it would be better. could have just gave us the 7L with the heater. Do you have a link for it by any chance? Thanks for sharing. 🍻

@PainterD54 3 ай бұрын

I highly doubt if the 8KW is an actually 8KW and more than likely just a 5KW heater relabled. In my research on these types of heaters, I find many of them are just the 5KW heaters relabled as an 8KW to sell them for more. Do the research! I found many videos showing the difference (or lack of) between the so called 8KW heaters and the standard 5KW heaters and it appears there is none. Just get a 5KW heater and save yourself some $$! Another thing...that is not an air filter that goes on the end of the air tube. It's just a muffler, that's why the end is wide open! That's why you should do your research. Put an air filter on the end of that hose to keep contaminants from getting to the glow plug, atomizer screen and keep the burn chamber clean.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

I called it a “ foam insert” in the video, because of uncertainty in the design. 😂 Refers to the entire unit as a “air filter” 9:32

@georgedavis1629 3 ай бұрын

You seem pretty up on these heaters. You should know that all of these marketed as 8kw are in fact 5kw. There are no 8kw heaters. The manufacturers are fibbing on this.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

I know I just referred it as that so people can find it. Now I have both heaters, I will review the heat output on both. Thanks for watching 🍻

@alfredranger9141 3 ай бұрын

Can you make this heater in real life situation like -17 f No power source or phone signal And Cold hands because that's when you need a heater.

@alfredranger9141 3 ай бұрын

Can you make this heater to work in real life situation like -17 f ? No power source or phone signal And Cold hands because that's when you need a heater.

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

I’d try it if I actually had that cold temperature here. Best bet is to recirculate the hot air from the heated space back into the heater for best efficiency to maximize the heat in your cold space. 🍻

@VAMPIREBRIAN 2 ай бұрын

great video! buy a better mic................

@efibendor1 3 ай бұрын

The old one is better it’s out of stock without eta on Amazon

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Are you talking about this one? amzn.to/3OcJADz

@bcm20003 2 ай бұрын

Hey guy's Hcalry is the way to go for a cheap heater (model SS2), it has a built in working thermostat that works. This is the ONLY model in there line. Thank me later you will not be disappointed. What's sad is none of you diesel heater guy's are not talking about it and being persuaded to buy the Bureck remote....lol

@NitroLambretta 3 ай бұрын

Why wouldn't you get one with a internal tank and not risk the worst leak a diesel leak So they stick a generic unit in a bootleg pelican case an charge you 3xs hilarious

@ATEMOFFROAD 3 ай бұрын

Right now that heater is 169 with 40% off 111.0 it’s cheap, at the end of the video I mentioned that I’d rather choose the other heater over this one for many reasons than the external fuel tank. ( I’m not a big fan either). Also this heater may not be appealing to one who overlands but one who is heating up a shop , garage or shed because the ease of connecting your own external fuel cell or it may be appealing to those who want to attach a larger diesel rotopax to the side of it. This heater is turnkey and kicks out a ton of heat, but at the end of the day for my use, tent camping, I’d rather choose the other one