Oil pre-heater

[Ron Gusack]

Originally Posted by FED 387

Definitely look at the Stef's heaters ---either the pad or the in the pan style---the in the pan style is for use in OILS --the Moroso style heater is for WATER---Go to Stef's website read about their products--- other suppliers may make a similar product but the Stef's style will not scorch the oil because of its design---the only difference between using it in a steel or aluminum pan is the bung that you weld into the pan steel for a steel pan and aluminum for an aluminum pan-- FED 387

If it's for water they shouldn't market it for oil. This is directly from the Moroso website (notice the 212 and 400 watts of power statement):
Heater element designed specifically for heating oil; does not scorch or boil like "converted water heater" designs
212 watts of power raises temperature of 12 quarts of oil 60 degrees F in about 25 minutes
400 watts of power, 110-120 volt rating
Aluminum, 1/2" -14 NPT weld-in bungh and 3 ft. cord included
Length of heating element is 4-3/4" from fitting to tip