Floor heating radiators and convectors: general information

In some houses, the internal parts of the walls and partitions consist of materials that are not very durable, so the installation of heating devices can be difficult. In this case, for heating floor radiators and convectors are usually used.

Fixing to the side surfaces is simply not necessary.

Location Benefits

Placing heating devices directly on the floor has its advantages, which are actually quite weighty.

However, under normal conditions, it is still recommended to mount radiators and convectors directly on the wall, because with this option they look more aesthetically pleasing.

• The installation process is as simple as possible, so you can do it yourself, spending the minimum amount of time.
• Products may be placed anywhere, as the supporting area is the lower plane.
• If necessary, you can make a quick disassembly of devices without any special effort.

Addition! This option to use the most important in those cases when the pipelines are hidden under the floor covering. Their exit to the outside can be made anywhere.

About radiator type devices

This type of heating is very popular in the modern world. The principle of operation of the system is extremely simple: the coolant flows from the room with the boiler directly to the radiators that transfer heat to the air.

Materials for production

Before acquiring floor water radiators, it is necessary to become familiar with the materials of their manufacture, because the final characteristics of the devices will largely depend on this.

The choice is desirable to make taking into account operating conditions.

• Cast iron heating radiators are considered the most budgetary option, because their price is quite low. They are resistant to corrosion, therefore they have a long service life. In addition, batteries made of cast iron are not so demanding on the quality of the coolant.
• Steel radiators of heating are distinguished by high heat dissipation and stylish design, which cannot be said about the aforementioned analogues. Thanks to the light weight, the installation process is greatly simplified. However, such products are susceptible to rust.
• Aluminum batteries have high efficiency and excellent aesthetic characteristics.. They are designed for systems where the pressure does not exceed 16-20 atmospheres. The weakest points are threaded connections, which can be broken by water hammer.
• Bimetallic analogues are the result of the combination of two metals - steel and aluminum. Products function well in heating systems with increased working pressure. They are light, aesthetic and compact.

Note! After reviewing the basic materials used in the manufacture of floor and wall appliances, you can choose the most appropriate option for a particular case.

Design features

The design of heating radiators may differ slightly depending on the design decisions. On this depends not only the efficiency of heating, but also the aesthetic possibilities. It is proposed to consider the most basic types of heating elements.

Sectional products are most common. Such structures are made of individual fragments that have been cast or produced by extrusion. The connection of individual parts is carried out by spot welding or using special nipples. Usually products are equipped with adapters and deaf plugs.

Panel radiators are manufactured in the form of rectangular structures, inside of which the coolant circulates. Steel is usually used as the base material.

Thanks to the attractive design, they can successfully complement any interior. Products of this type should not be installed if the system pressure is too low.

Tubular heating devices have one or more round bridges that connect the main collectors. Depending on the number and length of the tubes, the heat dissipation of the battery may vary significantly. This product is quite resistant to pressure drops in the system.

Separately about convection products

This option of underfloor heating involves the circulating movement of air masses that occur when flowing around heating appliances. Passing hot surfaces, the temperature of the flow rises, so it rushes up, and the cooled air descends.

Main elements

Floor-standing water convectors are fairly economical and reliable devices that transfer up to 95 percent of heat by means of circulation. They are successfully used in autonomous and central heating systems.

They usually include the following elements.

• The housing is a container for other components. It is usually made of galvanized steel or stainless steel. As a decorative coating acts powder paint.
• Protective grille prevents access to hot parts of the structure, which is especially important in the presence of small children in the room. In addition, it performs an aesthetic function.
• The heat exchanger is a structure consisting of a pipe and fins in the form of separate plates. It is used to heat the air flow.
• Connection nodes are designed to connect the device with a water heating system. The installed coolant will be supplied to the device through the installed pipelines.
• Special valves are required to remove air that sometimes enters the system. With their help, you can reduce the risk of air traffic jams.

Attention! Floor models of convectors are small, so very often they are installed directly in front of panoramic windows. However, if desired, they can be installed anywhere.

Heat transfer type classification

Widespread models with natural convection, as they do not require the connection of additional devices. The transfer of heat occurs in a natural way, that is, the movement of air is due to the difference in temperature. Their efficiency is not very high, because they are often used in combination with other devices.

As for products with forced convection, they allow to heat the rooms more efficiently. The movement of air flow in this case is carried out by means of mechanical forces. Such models can be successfully used to create autonomous heating systems.

Comparison of two types of heating

Unlike convection structures, heating radiators are able to more efficiently produce heat without any additional accessories. Therefore, in this sense, convectors cannot compare with them. However, if necessary, you can increase the number of appliances in the room for better heating.

The low price of streaming designs makes them more accessible. As for radiator-type radiators, their cost will depend on the material of manufacture. Cast iron products are the cheapest, but the expensive devices include bimetallic analogues.

If convectors are installed in the dwelling, then you should not worry that the air will become dry. With this option, there is no need for additional installation of humidifiers. Due to the low degree of thermal stress interior items can be placed in the immediate vicinity of the devices.

During the operation of heating radiators, a substantial part of the heat is transmitted by radiation, so there is no increased circulation of dust through the room, as happens when using convection devices. The main care is to wipe the batteries with a damp cloth, then you can avoid the smell of burning dust.

As a conclusion

When choosing a floor heating radiator or heating convector, it is necessary to be guided not only by design possibilities, but also by practical considerations, since aesthetics play a small role in the inefficient operation of the system. Make the purchase should be given the operational characteristics of the premises.

The attached video to this article will help to understand the topic in more detail, because the instruction gives only initial information.