Kiturami Releases '2022 3rd Generation Carbon Mat' to Resolve Hot Water Mat Issues

Solving Hot Water Mat Concerns Including Electromagnetic Waves, Leakage, Bacteria, Draining, Refilling, and Noise
Applying Aramid Special Fiber, a Bulletproof Vest Material 5 Times Stronger Than Steel and Resistant to 500℃ High Heat

Image of Kiturami's '2022 3rd Generation Carbon Mat'. [Photo by Kiturami]

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Jong-hwa] Kiturami Boiler is launching a new carbon mat product following last year, initiating a generational shift in winter heating mats from hot water mats to carbon mats.

Kiturami Co., Ltd. announced on the 13th that following the release of the industry's first new-concept heating mat, the carbon mat, last year, it will introduce the '2022 3rd Generation Carbon Mat Ondol' with enhanced carbon heating wires and convenience features.

The 2022 3rd Generation Carbon Mat Ondol by Kiturami applies 'Aramid Carbon Heating Wire,' made by applying a double special coating to aramid advanced fibers used in bulletproof vests. Thanks to this, the heating wire does not risk breaking even when the mat is repeatedly folded and unfolded, and it is free from fire hazards. Aramid fibers are known as 'magic threads' because they are five times stronger than steel and do not melt even at high temperatures of 500℃.

The smart thermostat, the brain of the carbon mat, is an integrated adapter type, which offers neater wiring compared to the existing separate type products and eliminates inconveniences such as adapter cord disconnection. It also converts the 220V electricity used in general households into 25.5V low-voltage direct current for enhanced safety and has received Electromagnetic Field (EMF) certification, resolving harmful electromagnetic wave issues to the human body.

In particular, Kiturami's 3rd Generation Carbon Mat Ondol fundamentally solves the concerns of hot water mats that use water, such as leakage, bacteria, draining, water refilling, and circulation motor noise, as well as electromagnetic wave problems. It emits a large amount of far-infrared radiant heat from the carbon heating wire, delivering warmth deep into the body. The electricity cost is reduced to about one-quarter of that of hot water mats, averaging 1,200 KRW per month based on 8 hours of daily use.

The new 2022 model also significantly enhances the product quality of the mat. The carbon heating wire inside the mat is fixed using a patented special heat-pressing method instead of stitching, completely preventing wire detachment or overlapping. It is also washable directly in a washing machine, making it more convenient and hygienic to use. Additionally, it uses premium Tencel fabric from the global textile company Lenzing in Austria, which is as soft as silk, highly absorbent and breathable, and inhibits bacterial growth.

Furthermore, Kiturami's 3rd Generation Carbon Mat Ondol features various customized temperature technologies, including an automatic temperature control system that maintains the most comfortable sleeping temperature according to the consumer's desired sleep time and bedtime temperature; separated heating that individually controls the left and right mat temperatures in 1℃ increments to suit each person's body temperature; and a hot pack mode that relieves body fatigue at a high temperature of 55℃ for 2 hours.

Other features include Bluetooth functionality for convenient control of the carbon mat in children's rooms via smartphone; a dimming function that lowers the display brightness to 20% after 30 seconds of thermostat operation to prevent glare at night; a touch wake function that lights up the LED when a button is touched during dimming, allowing easy operation without additional lighting; dual control that enables easy power on/off from the mat connector without using the main thermostat; nine safety devices that have passed rigorous performance tests; and enhanced product safety and convenience through verification of harmful substances and radon safety.

A Kiturami Boiler official stated, "The 1st generation electric blanket released in the 1990s had major issues with fire and electromagnetic wave generation, and the 2nd generation hot water mats from 2010, which were free from electromagnetic wave concerns, had inconveniences such as leakage, bacteria, draining, water refilling, and noise. Following last year, we are releasing a new-concept carbon mat with greatly improved product quality, leading the generational shift in domestic heating mats and striving to ensure consumers can enjoy a safe and cozy winter."

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