Convectors and other heating appliances

Water heating convector: types, principle of operation and advantages

Now we will understand the principle of operation of a water heating convector, as well as see what types they are and what advantages they have.

Owners of private houses and residents of apartments are increasingly beginning to equip their homes with water convectors. Such units are widely used due to their reliable design and high heating efficiency.
                        

I. Working principle:

A water convector - is a small-sized heater that is connected to a central or autonomous water heating system.

It has a lot in common with a traditional radiator. So, for example, in both units, the coolant is a liquid, often it is ordinary water.

The main distinguishing feature in the principle of operation of devices:

• the heating radiator generates heat
• The convector heats up and sends warm air into the room

The heat exchanger in such a device is a heater, which consists of a copper pipe on which aluminum fins are installed (to increase heat transfer). The design provides fittings for connecting pipes to the heating system from the end of the convector.

Any water convector is in a stainless steel case. In the upper part there is a grill, as well as holes for air intake and exhaust, some samples are equipped with a thermostat.

• The principle of operation of a water convector is based on natural convection - the movement of air masses. Let's consider in more detail:
• the coolant moves through the pipes and heats them; cold air masses are taken in through the intake grate, they pass through the heater, heat up and rise accordingly.

          The principle of operation of the water convector

II. Advantages:

Water convectors can be used both in private houses, apartments, as well as in offices and industrial premises. Such a wide scope is due to the many advantages in the operation of these units:

• well warm up the room in a short time;
• have high efficiency;
• safe to use;
• long service life - more than 20 years;
• aesthetic, fit well into any interior;
• compact;
• easy to maintain, it is enough to carry out periodic cleaning from dust;
• their weight is small.

III. Classification of water convectors:

Water heaters differ in the type of convection and installation method. 

By type of convection there are:

• natural: equipped with auxiliary blowers and the air moves naturally;
• forced: air masses circulate under the influence of mechanical force, a low-power fan is installed inside the devices.

According to the method of installation, they are divided into:

1. Floor convectors: installed directly on the floor. Mounted in rooms with panoramic windows, laying pipes for supplying hot coolant to the floor. The heaters are fixed and connected to the heating system.

Floor water convectors are often mounted in cinemas, exhibition pavilions and other buildings that have high panoramic windows.

2. Wall mounted convectors: mounted on the wall. They are similar in size to ordinary batteries. Miniature models are mounted under windows with low window sills, and high samples are suitable for ordinary window sills. They are widely used for heating various premises: apartments, offices, enterprises, trading floors of shops, etc. They do not take up much space and provide almost imperceptible air circulation.

3. Skirting boards convectors: they are mounted to skirting boards, they appeared on the market recently, but have already managed to win the trust of customers. Very convenient and effective, because. evenly heat the air over the entire height of the room.

4. In-floor convectors: these units are installed inside the floor. By installing one large-width floor water convector, you will get high-quality heating and your interior will not be overshadowed.

Floor convectors are indispensable devices in interiors that are subject to increased requirements for finishing: concert halls, cinema halls, museums, etc.

5. Basement convctors: mounted in walls, niches, steps, so thanks to them you can create an absolutely invisible heating system, which is also very efficient.

IV. Choice features:

When choosing water convectors, it is necessary to pay attention to several important indicators:

1. Control method: Distinguish between manual and remote. In the case of a device that needs to be controlled manually, it will be necessary to constantly turn the device on and off, the remote method allows these manipulations to be carried out at a distance.

2. Power: The rate of heating the room will depend on this indicator. The higher the power, the faster the air in the rooms will heat up.

3. The presence of a thermostat: This element is not present in all devices, but it is very useful, because. it controls the temperature and can determine when the device needs to be turned on and off. In other words, thanks to the thermostat, your unit will be protected from overheating.

4. Heating element: This indicator is also very important. Its main characteristic is the area that is in contact with the environment. The larger it is, the higher the performance of the convector.

5. Case: If you want the device not to spoil your interior, but rather harmoniously fit into it, pay attention to the appearance and material from which the heater case is made. The most widely used steel models, because. are of high strength.

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