Modeling of Induction Fluid Heater via Transformer Equivalent Circuit

In air conditioning systems where electrical energy is used as input, resistance and infrared heating systems are effectively used today. Due to its advantages, induction heating systems are a technology in the development stage as an alternative to these two technologies. In this study, the electromagnetic performance of an induction gas heater operating at grid frequency is investigated experimentally and theoretically. A mathematical method is developed to determine the conversion efficiency of electrical power to heat on conductive material. The results obtained are compared with experimental findings.