Modern technologies make our lives much easier, while reducing the cost of various resources. Many manufacturers regularly release new models of household appliances. For example, today in the assortment of stores you can see washing machines equipped with the “bubble wash” option.
Let's take a closer look at the principle by which the equipment operates, get acquainted with the negative and positive characteristics and find out what criteria need to be taken into account before buying a newfangled “washing machine”.
What is a bubble washing machine and how does it work?
Bubble technology is rightly called advanced. in special elements necessary to create a mixture, most of which is air bubbles.
The resulting bubbles pass through special holes on the walls of the drum. After which they come into contact with water, detergent, and laundry.
Reference. This technology allows you to effectively remove even heavy dirt at low temperatures.
The separation of dirt particles occurs when air molecules penetrate the fabric threads:
- The bubbles touch the pieces of dirt and then burst.
- As a result, pulsed energy is released. Penetrating inside the fibers, it effectively removes accumulations of dirt, dust, and greasy deposits.
The impulse effect provided is similar to the processes that occur during boiling. However, it has a more gentle effect.
In simple terms, millions of bubbles burst, thereby doing all the “dirty work.” So you don't have to use large amounts of laundry detergent or pre-soak your laundry to deal with tough stains.
The most modern models of washing machines are complemented by an innovative bubble system, which literally allows you to sterilize clothes or bedding. This is possible due to the effect of radicals formed when the bubble mass collides with air, because during this process there is an active release of oxygen.
They are then mixed with positively charged hydrogen molecules. As a result of this chemical reaction, radicals are formed, which make it possible to achieve the effect of sterilizing things.
The essence
Bubble-air washing is based on the use of (who would have thought) air and water. There is nothing complicated: the laundry lies at the bottom of the drum in water, air is supplied from the bottom of the drum (through the holes), forming many small bubbles. They mechanically act on the fabric, removing some contaminants. There is also another positive effect: more efficient dissolution of the powder.
Essentially, the laundry in the drum “takes a whirlpool bath,” resulting in faster, more efficient, and self-proclaimed washing performance. Savings include reduced consumption of powder and water. You can also wash in colder water, so there is no need to waste electricity on heating.
Pros and cons of the bubble washing system
The main advantage of a washing machine with bubble technology is the high-quality removal of even heavy dirt. But besides this, the device has other positive characteristics:
- Economical. Modern models allow you to save the maximum amount of energy resources. Moreover, this in no way affects the quality of the wash.
- Low SMS consumption. Dissolution of the powder or other detergent begins to occur in the cavity of the generator. In this case, all the “dirty work” is done by air bubbles. Therefore, you don’t have to use a large amount of powder to get rid of even heavy dirt.
- Minimal wear of parts. The equipment is equipped with a digital inverter motor. Its design includes a minimum number of parts. Thanks to this, over-friction of the elements does not occur during the washing process. This increases the life of the device.
- High-quality rinsing. After finishing the main wash, the machine flawlessly rinses the fabrics, without leaving even tiny particles of detergent.
A bubble machine is an ideal option for caring for delicate fabrics such as silk, cashmere, viscose, angora. It is suitable for washing fabrics that require dry cleaning. In addition, it allows things to maintain their original appearance and does not spoil decorative decorations, such as beads or sequins.
The disadvantages include:
- The technology is demanding on water quality. Thus, the “washing machine” is especially sensitive to hard water, which contains various impurities. All of them prevent the formation of bubbles. This leads to a decrease in the quality of washing.
- The cost of such models is higher than conventional ones.
- Activator-type washing machines may not have a spin function or may have a “Drain without spin” mode.
- Such machines have large dimensions.
Reference. You can deal with hard water using special cleaning filters.
Review of the best models
Now let’s see which bubble machines deserve the highest ratings from users.
Samsung WD80K5410OW
This machine is an excellent and multifunctional option for the home. You can load up to 8 kilograms of laundry into it, and the washing will be almost silent. The unit has the Eco Bubble function, which all Samsung air bubble machines are equipped with. The loading here is frontal, the user has 14 programs to choose from. The spin speed of the laundry is 1400 rpm, and the water consumption for washing is 88 liters.
Samsung WW70K62E69W
Another worthy product from Samsung. Effectively washes at both low and high temperatures. The machine can handle 7 kilograms of laundry at a time, with a spin speed of 1200 rpm. For washing you will need 43 liters of water, in addition, this machine is shallower in depth than the previous one. Additional advantages include the enhanced rinsing function, as well as the presence of protection against children and leaks.
Types of Bubble Devices
On sale you can find two versions of “washing machines” equipped with a bubble system for caring for things:
- Classic models with horizontal loading type. Filling with water occurs when the engine is turned on. In this case, the collected liquid does not enter the drum, but into the generator, which is located underneath it. Here it is mixed with detergent. The resulting soap composition enters the drum through special micro-holes. As the drum rotates, the laundry moves in different planes and comes into contact with the bubble-soap solution. Thanks to this system, you can even get rid of old stains.
- Top loading machines. They are additionally equipped with a pulsator. It is necessary to create water vortices at a given point. The resulting bubbles first enter the activator, which is equipped with a nozzle specially designed for this purpose. After which they are distributed over the area of the entire drum under the influence of centrifugal force.
Most popular brands
Among the huge number of washing machine manufacturers, some companies, thanks to the peculiarities of production and a good marketing strategy, have managed to make much better progress in the bubble washing machine market. As an example, consider the daewoo bubble washing machine. The entire line of bubble units from daewoo is represented by both top-loading washing machines and horizontal washing machines. Any unit is made as compact as possible and looks more than aesthetically pleasing. When creating washing machines, the company's designers are guided by the principle: “nothing superfluous.” This machine will fit perfectly into the interior of a bathroom or kitchen. The most interesting thing about daewoo bubble machines is under the tank lid or drum hatch. Vertical units boast a special pulsator with blades, which creates specially targeted water vortices.
In addition to the standard set of compartments for pouring powder and adding fabric softener, daewoo washing machines are equipped with special lint traps. A separate category of machines with Silver-nano technology have a drum with a special coating that prevents the formation of bacteria on the walls of the tank, thereby eliminating the cause of unpleasant odors emanating from the washing machine.
All functionality and the control panel may resemble old units from the times of the Soviet Union, but at the same time it is quite easy to use and equipped with all the necessary washing modes. Any daewoo air bubble machine does not have a heating element and is connected to hot and cold water supply, which reduces washing time and electricity consumption, but requires more water for rinsing. It should also be noted that if you want to build in a daewoo bubble machine, not all models are suitable for this purpose due to their design features.
Externally, the direct opposite of any Daewoo is the LG bubble washing machine. It seems that the company is trying to embody more and more modern fashion and style trends with each new model. The latest options are already equipped with a touch screen, despite the beautiful design and convenience of push-button models. And in appearance, washing machines resemble robots from science fiction films. The drum and features offered are standard. It is true that some of the washing machines are now equipped with a steam cleaning function. This function has made it possible not only to perform high-quality cleaning and disinfection of fabrics, but also allows you to straighten things wrinkled in the drum, give them volume in a matter of minutes, and instantly cleanse them of residues of powders and conditioners. The only exception is that the steam function should never be used for delicate fabrics or items that easily lose color. Since the first of them will immediately lose size, that is, they will shrink, and the second will simply discolor or lose the brightness of their shades. As you can see, the lg company is implementing a whole range of measures to promote its own products and create a unique brand.
Whatever type of washing machine suits you, the main thing is to make sure that you didn’t spend too much, if you wanted to save money or didn’t miss the chance to get the exact machine you liked, when you decided to save on external design, the choice is always yours.
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Choosing modern technologies
Despite the prejudices of some users that the big hype around air bubble washing machines was created only for the purpose of making money, the practice of using these units has shown exactly the opposite. Not only has the effectiveness of using bubble machines been scientifically proven, but it has also been confirmed experimentally, as evidenced by numerous rave reviews. So, it is likely that in the future we should expect the widespread introduction of this technology into the production of all washing machines.
What are tanks made of?
In addition to the design, washing machine tanks differ in material. For some reason, it is generally accepted that stainless steel tanks are the best: they are supposedly the most durable. Indeed, such a tank can last 50 - 70 years. But what to do with it when the washing machine breaks down? In addition, the steel tank makes the entire structure heavier, increases vibration and resonates with the drum, making the machine noisier.
Another option is a tank made of enameled metal. It has all the same disadvantages as stainless steel containers.
In most cars, the tanks are made of either durable plastic or modern composite polymers. And, I must say, this is completely justified, because even plastic tanks break infrequently, and even more so composite ones. Breakdowns are usually caused by hard objects accidentally falling into the drum along with the laundry. The tank can be pierced by bra wires and other similar things.
The advantages of polymer tanks include corrosion resistance, quiet operation, and good thermal insulation, which helps save energy when heating water.
Many companies make the tanks of their cars from proprietary polymer materials. So, in Electrolux machines it is called carboran, in Candy - silitech, in VEKO - carferron, in Bosch-Siemens - polynox, in Whirlpool - fibran, in Gorenje - polytenax and carbotech.
ARDO took an original approach to the design of the tank. This part combines plastic, from which the side walls are made, and stainless steel, which is the basis for the rear wall. This design, called “polycarbonat + inox,” retains all the advantages of a plastic tank and gives special strength to the unit that connects the tank to the drum shaft.
What are tanks made of?
In addition to the design, washing machine tanks differ in material. For some reason, it is generally accepted that stainless steel tanks are the best: they are supposedly the most durable. Indeed, such a tank can last 50 - 70 years. But what to do with it when the washing machine breaks down? In addition, the steel tank makes the entire structure heavier, increases vibration and resonates with the drum, making the machine noisier.
Another option is a tank made of enameled metal. It has all the same disadvantages as stainless steel containers.
In most cars, the tanks are made of either durable plastic or modern composite polymers. And, I must say, this is completely justified, because even plastic tanks break infrequently, and even more so composite ones. Breakdowns are usually caused by hard objects accidentally falling into the drum along with the laundry. The tank can be pierced by bra wires and other similar things.
The advantages of polymer tanks include corrosion resistance, quiet operation, and good thermal insulation, which helps save energy when heating water.
Many companies make the tanks of their cars from proprietary polymer materials. So, in Electrolux machines it is called carboran, in Candy - silitech, in VEKO - carferron, in Bosch-Siemens - polynox, in Whirlpool - fibran, in Gorenje - polytenax and carbotech.
ARDO took an original approach to the design of the tank. This part combines plastic, from which the side walls are made, and stainless steel, which is the basis for the rear wall. This design, called “polycarbonat + inox,” retains all the advantages of a plastic tank and gives special strength to the unit that connects the tank to the drum shaft.
