What are the power requirements of a wood pellet stove?
The ability to control combustion air, feed rate, and distribute heat through your home are what set the pellet stove apart. A Harman pellet stove uses 96-340 while running. Most people who are using it as a primary heat source will average 1-2 bags a day and ~270 watts. For comparison a pellet stove uses about the same electricity as your computers monitor which averages 140-330 watts. Other heating/cooling comparisons include an electric hot water heater at 3800 watts, or a window air conditioner at 500-1500 watts. A central heat system, or air conditioning system has energy use in the range of 3000-5000 watts!
