Rescue from the dryness of the summer heat - a portable humidifier for the office

Today, consumers are already familiar with the various models of humidifiers for home use, they are different in design, size and performance, but equally effectively increase humidity in rooms of various sizes. Manufacturers produce original office humidifiers to improve the business atmosphere of the room.

If you are a leader and care about the health of employees, then in addition to an automatic coffee machine that increases the tone of the team, you must install a product to normalize the air in the office. What devices exist, their tactical and technical data, the nuances of application can be found by reading this article.

Mini humidifiers

The main goal of the mini-humidifier is to increase humidity to 40-60% in a small room of not more than 10 square meters. meters. The principle of operation of many of them is based on the transformation of a liquid into steam and its further dispersal using a divider. The portable humidifier has a simple design, and its cost is much lower than standard analogues, but the efficiency is quite high - the difference is only in scale.

Operating principle

You can connect the product to the USB port of a laptop or a stationary PC, it works on the principle of turning water into a finely dispersed cloud of drops or “cold steam”. The user only needs to firmly install the compact device on a horizontal plane, insert a bottle of purified water through the supplied adapter, wait for the tank to fill, and press the power button.

Almost immediately, steam appears from the atomizer, and after a few minutes the air around you will become much more pleasant. The action of the device has a beneficial effect on the skin, because moist air currents do not overdry it. A small appliance is not able to moisten a large room, because it is designed for a maximum of 20 square meters. m., in this case you will have to install two devices at different ends of the room.

Many managers buy such products together with office equipment in order to humidify dry air in winter due to the active work of central heating, and in summer to save employees from the negative effects of air conditioners. If such events are not held in your office, then you can independently purchase the product and take it with you to work, thanks to the compact handbag that comes with the kit.

The device takes up minimal space by installing it on the table, after a while you forget about its existence, it works so quietly, but the air around you and your nearest work neighbors will become much fresher and cleaner, and its humidity will increase much. Manufacturers took care of car enthusiasts, releasing a similar model powered by a cigarette lighter.

Care

The desktop device for active hydration does not require special care:

• cleaning the water tank twice a month with a solution of soda with citric acid;
• Wipe the adapter and cap nozzle with vinegar every 10 days;
• for treatment against the occurrence of bacteria, household bleach is used;
• if a filter is installed, then it must be changed strictly according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

Advantages and disadvantages

The pocket version of the humidifier, despite its miniature size, has several advantages:

1. Maintains the required percentage of humidity in the workplace.
2. It can be placed next to office equipment.
3. Dimensions allow you to carry it even in your pocket, not to mention a handbag.
4. All models have an original and modern design.
5. Cold steam freshening the surrounding air has a beneficial effect on performance and the entire body.
6. Phytopreparations for flavoring can be added to water.
7. Connection is via a USB port.

Negative qualities:

• You cannot use one device for rooms larger than 20 square meters. m;
• change the 0.5 liter water bottle every 4 hours;
• difficulties with cleaning - dismantling is necessary.

As practice shows, the disadvantages of these products are insignificant, and even in the world there is no technology without small flaws.

How to choose

To correctly choose the optimal model for home or work, it is enough to find out the following factors: power or productivity, water consumption for an hour, the level of noise exposure, which many manufacturers do not specifically indicate how many filter elements are installed and what class they are, additional functions. In principle, the selection technique is no different from standard models.

Rating of the best appliances

ORIENT AH-220

A universal model for home or office, the highlight is the unusual design, which allowed to create minimum dimensions of 69x123x84 mm and uniquely low weight of 400 g. The product costs 1,200 ₽, plastic bottles with water of 0.3-1.0 l are used, which are installed on top through the adapter. Water consumption 120 ml / hour, processes up to 20 square meters. m, type - ultrasonic, ion yield ~ 1 million / sec. Aromatization is possible, there is a backlight housing.

Uniquely small sizes, can be carried in the supplied elegant bag. Despite its small size, it effectively moisturizes the room, working almost silently. Plastic bottles are installed on top, and the water level is clearly visible, a liter capacity is enough for the whole working day. No complaints.

Polaris PUH 7140

Russian developers are not far behind foreign colleagues - the new model at an average price of 3,990 rubles has a power of only 25 watts, but effectively moisturizes rooms up to 40 square meters. m, can work continuously for 25 hours. 4 liter tank, flow rate 0.35 l / h, mains voltage 220-240V, vibration frequency of the plate 50/60 Hz, warranty for 24 months, service life 3 years.

Pretty unusual, cool design, nice color of plastic, one refueling lasts for 11.5 hours - an excellent result for such a baby. The controls are super, one power button, and what else is needed for a mini humidifier, but there are no problems with replacing filters and maintenance. A lot of positive emotions.

ARMED Ecosphere

The new model from the Russian company ARMED worth 1,390 ₽ is a mechanical air humidifier with the function of aromatization and illumination with a power of 5 W, a water tank of 0.6 l. Dimensions 180 × 180x175 mm, weight 0.7 kg, three options for flavoring oils are included in the package. One year warranty.

A rather unusual, original design, minimal electrical energy consumption, perfectly perfumes the room and removes unpleasant odors. Excellent blue illumination allows you to use it as a night lamp, the moving liquid fascinates the child, and he quickly falls asleep, but that’s all. No moisturizing, especially cleansing, in short an expensive night lamp with the function of removing unpleasant odors - disappointed.

Ballu AP-105

Model from Taiwan at a price of 1125 rubles, power 8 watts, the recommended area of ​​up to 10 square meters. m, there is a HEPA filter and ionization, network voltage 220V, capacity 48 cubic meters. m / hour. Dimensions 80x180x190 mm, weight 840 g, tabletop arrangement, used for humidification, ionization and aromatization, noise level 40 dB.

This is probably the cheapest of all representatives of its class, it works quietly, beautiful design, dim lighting that attracts insects, they immediately die near the device - a nice side effect. When adding special aromatic oils, the room is filled with freshness, low energy consumption. No complaints.

VITEK VT-1777

Model of the Austrian company AN-DER PRODUCTS with a uniquely low cost from 465 ₽, power 8 W, voltage 12V, productivity 30 cu. m / hour. Recommended for use in car dealerships: there is an adapter for connecting to the cigarette lighter and in rooms no more than 15 square meters. m. Pre-filters and fine filters are installed, the yield of ions is 3 million per cubic meter. see, the life of the UV lamp is 20 thousand hours.

A compact device, two cooler-like PC speeds, easy installation and connection, excellent cleaning of the cabin from suspended dust, an ultraviolet lamp perfectly disinfects the air, killing pathogenic microbes. Cons: it is difficult to find filters for replacement.

USB HUMIDIFIER 31 CENTURY E001 (LJH-002)

A new product from the Russian company 31 Century is sold at a price of 1290 rubles; the stylish Rabbit model fits perfectly into the interior of a small business office or the interior of a prestigious car. Case - plastic ABS, powered by a USB port on a PC or laptop, there is a car adapter. Capacity is 80 ml, water consumption is 30 ml / hour, dimensions are 80x75x111 mm, color for every taste: white, pink and turquoise. Effectively moisturizes the area up to 10-15 square meters. m, continuous operation no more than 2.5 hours.

Effective in small areas, original design, powered by a cigarette lighter or USB port. Ideal for moisturizing the car during long trips, as well as a small office or children's bedroom. Everything is working properly, there are no minuses.

Polaris PUH 3102 apple

A new development of an ultrasonic humidifier from a company from Russia costs from 490 ₽ - this round product has four standard colors: red, blue, yellow and green. Power 2 W, tank volume 0.2 L, uniquely small water flow rate of 50 ml per hour, connects via USB connector, continuous operation up to 4 hours. Dimensions 100x100x95 mm, weight 300 g, a complete imitation of a large apple. The fine filter is already installed and one in reserve.

A compact humidifier, an excellent ratio of cost and quality, is pleased that our manufacturers produce such miniature products, although at factories in China. Uniquely low water consumption, quiet operation - this is what you need for a person who works at a computer all day. No complaints.

Air humidfier USB

Craftsmen from China pleased with the new model at a price of 493 rubles, a capacity of 180 ml, a capacity of 30 ml per hour, it is recommended for an area of ​​not more than 10 square meters. m or car interior. Connection to a USB class connector, noise no more than 36 dB, power 2 W, voltage 5-12V.

Adequate price for a pocket humidifier, the shape resembles a lemon, or rather, a very large lime, because the color is green. It works very quietly, a fairly durable case.

The price is quite adequate for a pocket humidifier, the children dropped it several times, but it continues to work properly and does not even leak. Great product, no comment.

Title	ORIENT AH-220	Polaris PUH 7140	ARMED Ecosphere	Ballu AP-105	VITEK VT-1777	USB HUMIDIFIER 31 CENTURY E001 (LJH-002)	Polaris PUH 3102 apple	Air humidfier USB
Humidifier type	ultrasonic	traditional	traditional	air purifier	air purifier	traditional	ultrasonic	ultrasonic
Control	mechanical	electronic	mechanical	mechanical	mechanical	mechanical	mechanical	mechanical
Dimensions (WxHxD)	123x84x63 mm	630x190x195 mm	180x175x180 mm	180x190x180 mm	n.d.	80x75x111 mm	350x295x220 mm	n.d.
Water tank capacity	0.3-1.0 L	4 l	0.6 L	no	no	80 ml	4 l	3.5 l
Installation	tabletop	outdoor	tabletop	floor, table	tabletop	tabletop	outdoor	tabletop
Price	from 1200 rub.	from 3900 rub.	from 990 rub.	from 1575 rub.	from 940 rub.	from 1290 rub.	from 1940 rub.	from 10990 rub.

findings

Manufacturers from different countries, including domestic designers, are developing quite interesting models that have unique shapes and compact sizes. Each user can choose a humidifier for a car or an office at his discretion, there are original solutions for business ladies.