Electricity Costs
What is the electricity cost of running a home hire sunbed ?
The electricity cost of running a home hire sunbed is a subject that often yields diverse opinions. If you were to ask one hundred people, you'd likely receive a hundred different answers, with the prevailing notion that it's an expensive endeavor and sunbeds consume a significant amount of electricity. To dispel misconceptions, let's delve into the concrete facts and figures of our hire units below.
How Is Electricity Calculated?
Electricity is quantified in (kWh). To simplify, let's take the example of a 24-bulb, 100-watt sunbed, utilizing 2400 watts for one hour (2.4KW).
Given an electricity rate of 28p per kWh, please be aware that the following calculations are approximate estimates and are based on current energy prices.
0.3 SAPPHIRE – 24 Tube Sunbed 160W
Power: 3840W (3.84 KW)
Cost for 1KW/hour: Approx 28p
Cost for 10 minutes: 18p
0.3 CARIBBEAN – 26 Tube Sunbed 80W
Power: 2080W (2.08 KW)
Cost for 1KW/hour: Approx 28p
Cost for 10 minutes: 10p
0.3 VX240 – 24 Tube Sunbed 160W
Power: 3840W (3.84 KW)
Cost for 1KW/hour: Approx 28p
Cost for 10 minutes: 18p
0.3 VT20 – 20 Tube Sunbed 160W
Power: 3200W (3.20 KW)
Cost for 1KW/hour: Approx 28p
Cost for 10 minutes: 15p
0.3 ELITE DB240 – 18 Tube Sunbed 80W
Power: 1440W (1.44 KW)
Cost for 1KW/hour: Approx 28p
Cost for 10 minutes: 10p
0.3 ELITE E160 – 9 Tube Sunbed 80W
Power: 720W (0.72 KW)
Cost for 1KW/hour: Approx 28p
Cost for 20 minutes: 12p
The expense linked to operating a home hire sunbed is not as high as commonly assumed, particularly with the introduction of new 0.3 electronic sunbeds known for their superior energy efficiency compared to conventional models. To explore our collection of 0.3 sunbeds, click here.
To calculate your specific usage and costs, refer to your electricity bill, as the price per kWh may vary based on your current supplier.