Set for radiators: choice, features of futorok, o-rings,

07-05-2018

Heating

If you make an independent installation or replacement of radiators, then in addition to the main structures you need to purchase additional components. In order not to purchase all the elements separately, you can buy a ready-made kit for a heating radiator, it has everything you need for work.

In this review, we will describe what types of kits are and what criteria to pay attention to when choosing in order to purchase a quality option.

In the photo: it looks like a complete set, with which you can install a radiator

How to choose the best option

First, you need to know what diameter of the pipe will be used, for thin-tube versions the kit for radiator 1 2 is used, for pipes with a diameter of 16-20 mm is the variant used.

Secondly, when buying, you need to pay attention to a number of criteria:

Coating quality	Most often, the products are coated with white powder paint, which should be uniform and uniform, without badly dyed areas. Quality products are always handled well, and a marriage in this type of processing most often indicates that you have a budget option that most likely will not be different in reliability and durability.
Manufacturing material	In no case do not purchase items from powdered metals, as they are so fragile that they can break even during installation, they are very easy to distinguish by the small weight of the elements. The best option is galvanized steel, it goes well with any type of radiator and is characterized by high strength.
High-quality thread	Reliability of connections directly depends on how well the threaded part is made; it should not have flaws and distortions. Before buying, we recommend checking how easily the elements are wound, they should be wrapped without any resistance.
Operating pressure	The average indicator of good-quality variants is 16 Bar, if the value is less, it is better to look for a better option.

Note! When buying, it is best to purchase products of well-known brands, it’s good if the manufacturer of radiators and accessories match. If manufacturers are unknown, then use all of the above recommendations to find the best one.

The products of the Italian concern Fondital are well known for their quality.

What is included

Consider what elements are included in the full set and what each of their nodes is intended for.

Lugs

Regarding this element we can say the following:

A set of radiator plugs for 3 4 includes 2 futorki with right and two futorki with left-hand thread, the internal size of which? inches, in sets under? inches thread respectively smaller.
Male thread size is always 1 inch., since this standard is used by all manufacturers of radiators.

Note! Many buyers do not understand why there are 4 futorki in the set, because only two are needed. It's very simple: the manufacturer does not know the type of connection on your radiators, and the presence of four elements allows you to use any option.

In order for the connections to be not only strong but also hermetic, they should be additionally sealed.. For this it is recommended to use tow and paint, but if they are not at hand, you can use Unipack tape. It is important to eliminate any possibility of leakage.

Flax tow still remains one of the most reliable thread sealing options.

Sealing rings

Many do not pay attention to these elements, but they are very important:

Products can be made of paronite or silicone. Many experts recommend the second option as more reliable and durable.
It is important that the ring is located exactly and when tightening the elements is not clamped very much, because you can just crush it.

Mayevsky's crane and stub

Regarding these elements, you can tell the following:

The cap is needed to close one of the bottom pins, which will not be used for liner.. It looks like a futorku, but does not have a through hole and more like a cork.
As for the Mayevsky crane, it is a structure inside which a needle valve is located, with it, you can very quickly remove excess air from the system. It is important that the kit also contains a special key, with which the radiator is being deadened.

Mayevsky's crane opens with a special key

Brackets

The reliability of these elements is important, as it depends on the strength of attachment of the element. Not every radiator kit includes these products, since not everyone needs them, and their price is quite high.

If you make the mount yourself, then consider the following recommendations:

For wooden and plasterboard surfaces you need corner elements or special plate holders.. For brick and concrete walls, products in the form of pins and elements of a saber type are suitable.

Corner options are used for wooden walls.

For concrete and bricks, it is necessary to drill holes in the walls and insert dowels in them., It is important to place the brackets on the same level so that the radiator is located without distortions.

On sale you can find two options - a kit for the radiator 3 4 and 1 2, as noted above, the choice of a specific option depends on the diameter of the pipes, otherwise they are absolutely similar. The most important thing is high quality products.

Conclusion

The use of a ready-made kit allows you not to buy all the elements separately, which greatly simplifies and speeds up the process, and the installation instructions are always included with the kit. The video in this article will tell you more about this topic.