An engine thermostat regulates coolant flow in liquid-cooled engines, and can warm up the engine quickly. A typical thermostat is made up of a spring-loaded valve actuated by a wax pellet. A stuck thermostat can cause poor fuel economy, overheating, and other problems. Replacing a thermostat is usually easy. An engine thermostat is a component […]
When replacing an immersion heater thermostat, choose a certified safe one for the intended system. Check the rating tag for safety evaluations and avoid uncertified ones. Different types of immersion heaters exist, but it’s best to choose the same brand of thermostat as the original one. Replacement parts can be found through the seller, manufacturer, […]
A kitchen thermostat is a temperature-control switch used in conventional ovens and other cooking devices that rely on natural gas or electricity. It uses a thermocouple to turn the oven on or off when a preset temperature is reached, and is an integral part of how an oven works. A kitchen thermostat is a temperature-control […]
A study in Germany found that women performed better on cognitive tests as temperatures increased, while men performed worse. The results suggest that office temperature settings may need to be adjusted for gender differences. The ongoing battle over whether office thermostats are set too high or too low escalated in 2019 with the release of […]
