A modern person, when arranging his home, doesselection of items for a single style. That is why now various types of equipment are also becoming interior items. When choosing a heating radiator, the consumer tries to take into account not only the technical characteristics, but also its visual qualities. That is why the market is so full of offers of different types and kinds of these products.
In addition to the heating function, batteries candecorate your home and become an integral part of the design. However, the choice of a heating radiator is based more on technical characteristics. Before choosing batteries for your apartment, room or house, you need to evaluate what the power of the radiators should be. If you need good heating, then you will have to give up decorative elements. In addition, you should also consider your financial capabilities. You need to know the durability of these devices, as well as their performance.
Types of radiator connections. There are a huge number of heating devices. The main differences among them are:
- price;
- allowable pressure;
- heat transfer;
- energy-saving properties;
- design.
What should I consider when choosing a battery?
First of all, do not neglect consultationseller in a specialized store. He will be able to calculate the area to be heated and advise the optimal type of connection. The following technical parameters influence the choice:
The more sections in the radiator, the warmer it will be in the room.
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Tools and accessories for the installation of radiators
Sectional bimetallic radiators are the most popular due to their wear resistance and low cost. When starting to install a radiator, you need to get good tools:
- pipe cutter;
- bending;
- welding set for plastic pipes;
- welding machine for metal;
- press tools;
- face.
The installer will also need additional working materials:
- plugs;
- radiator cranes;
- crane of Maevsky, one for each battery;
- Fittings from a similar material heating system.
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How can I find out the required battery size?
Cast iron radiators will look great inroom designed in vintage style, but in modern styles these radiator models are not relevant. You can easily determine the power of the radiator that is needed for your home. To do this, you need to know:
- height of ceilings;
- the number of windows and doors in the room;
- the planned temperature of the coolant in the heating system.
Standard conditions are considered to be the presence of 1wooden window, 1 wooden door, approximate ceiling height of 3 m, and a coolant temperature of 70°C. If any of the criteria are higher or lower, the conditions imposed on the equipment change accordingly. Under standard heating conditions, an average of 110 W per 1 m² will be required. It is taking into account all the indicators that heating devices are ranked according to power and technical characteristics. It is worth making a choice that is most suitable for your home. The following types of radiators can now be found on the market:
- sectional cast iron;
- aluminum sectional;
- sectional bimetallic;
- tubular steel;
- steel panel;
- radiators-converters.
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Varieties and characteristics of radiators
Heating radiator installation diagram.Sectional cast iron radiators. Quite an old type of radiators that were actively used in Soviet times. They are good because they do not react to the low quality of the coolant. The cast iron radiator is resistant to corrosion. Such radiators will last about 30 years. The advantage is also the installation of the radiator: it is quite simple and is done using a welding machine. However, such a radiator of a standard design is unlikely to fit into a modern apartment, in addition, these batteries are quite heavy. Cast iron batteries are at risk of hydraulic shocks, due to the fragility of the metal. Aluminum sectional radiators. Such equipment has high heat transfer, due to the excellent thermal conductivity of the metal and the presence of fins. The advantage is the optimal price for the battery. Aluminum radiators are lightweight, have different designs, can be elegant and chic, simple and cozy. The disadvantage can be designated as a high risk of corrosion and the fact that the consumer will constantly have to remove air through the air vent valve. Sectional bimetallic radiators. The most optimal type of heating devices, which integrate the qualities of aluminum and steel batteries. Quite a long service life, different variations in design make this type of radiators quite attractive to buyers. Their choice is the right decision. Tubular steel radiators are quite popular among consumers, they have a columnar structure, they are assembled from sections, connected to each other by welding. Sections can be added and subtracted according to your requirements for heating characteristics. Quite a versatile design makes these radiators attractive. A short service life can be considered a disadvantage, since the thickness of the metal in tubular radiators is 1.5 mm. Steel panel radiators. Consist of a pair of steel plates welded together, having vertical channels, such radiators have fins (to increase the heating area). Most suitable for private houses and low-rise buildings. They heat up quickly, but also cool down quickly. Converter radiators. Wall-mounted equipment, characterized by the fact that it burns less oxygen, which is why it is considered a more environmentally friendly type of radiators. In addition, converters fit well into the interior of any room. Despite the simplicity of calculations and planning, it turns out that choosing radiators is not such an easy matter. It is important to weigh everything, analyze and only then make a choice.
