High-quality and reliable steam heating is popular in the private residential sector, as with this system it is possible to effectively heat country houses and large cottages. Modern property owners prefer to use ordinary steam as the main heat carrier. Such equipment has many advantages and affordability. Steam installations are sold in specialized retail outlets, so that each user can choose the most suitable option.
Description
Steam installations are widely in demand in a private house, as they are not only effective, but also affordable. Such heating systems compares favorably with all analogues with numerous advantages, the main of which are the following:
- Even a large room warms up as quickly as possible. In accordance with the instructions attached to the steam installation, the main fuel material is characterized by low inertia. This room warms up quickly and efficiently.
- The design absolutely does not have the classic cost of heat. This effect is achieved through the use of pipes with a small cross section. Unlike traditional water, steam has excellent heat storage characteristics. Due to this, the installation perfectly transfers heat to the radiators.
- High rate of efficiency. The equipment can be used for a long time without loss of initial characteristics. It is profitable to use the installation, as it is characterized by high productivity.
Varieties of models
The steam plants sold today differ not only in technical, but also in operational characteristics. The equipment can be used in private houses, cottages, as well as in cottages. Any heating system differs in the name of the coolant, due to which the heating from powerful boilers and boilers is transported to heating radiators, which are located in the house. Experts distinguish several of the most popular systems:
- With the transfer of warm air.
- Liquid filling material, which can be represented by plain water with antifreeze, additives.
- With an open fire (ordinary fireplace).
It is worth noting that the heating systems with an open source of fire currently implemented are distinguished by a local principle of operation. They can only heat the room around where they are located. This is a great option for a small private house, which is built in a warm region.
Principle of operation
A multi-functional steam dewaxing unit allows experts not only to design, but also to build a powerful heating system in a private house. Such units can boast a rather serious history, which began to be used back in those days when central heating was only gaining momentum. If a person understands the principle of operation of such a system, then he will be able to construct the unit with his own hands. The heating system works according to the elementary scheme - the heated water vapor is transferred from the boiler through pipes, gradually cooling, and then returns to the heating device again.
Accessories
The classic and mobile steam installation includes a certain list of parts, the final parameters of which depend on the project used:
- In a single-circuit system, a preheated coolant is supplied exclusively for space heating.
- In a dual-circuit installation, the hot element can also be used for domestic purposes. Most often for washing dishes and hygiene procedures.
If the master decided to make the system on his own, then he needs to understand the fact that the coolant must be heated to high rates. In individual nodes, the indicator can reach 1000 degrees. That is why for a complete set it is necessary to choose exclusively proven radiators and high-quality pipelines.
Scheme preparation
In order for the equipped heating system to serve for more than one year, first of all, you need to create a quality project. All the nuances must be calculated in advance. The master needs to specify even the length and thickness of the pipes used, as well as the exact number of fixed elements of all existing configurations. Experts recommend using a universal PPU steam installation scheme. Reduction and cooling will help to produce a hot steam intake, which is supplied in a uniform flow to the heating units. The master can also use convectors, suitable radiators, corrugated and classic smooth pipes. After passing through all stages, the steam gradually cools and turns into condensate. These processes can occur both by gravity and with the help of a universal circulation pump. Since the steam heated in a special tank has a rather large penetrating ability, the walls of the elements involved should be as thick as possible.
Mounting Features
Each man can install a steam boiler in a private house. To solve this problem, several types of materials can be used at once. The highest performance in the field of reliability and durability has a steel pipeline. Its installation must be carried out using a welding machine. It is worth noting that in contact with high temperatures, steel quickly undergoes the negative effects of corrosion, which significantly reduces the operational life of the installation. If desired, the master can also use galvanized structures or those pipeline models that are made of stainless steel. Relying on the characteristics of the main material, it is better to connect critical places with a fastening by the type of thread.
When creating powerful steam heating systems, you can use quite expensive copper pipeline models. This material is not only very reliable, but also durable, since it does not respond to the presence of heated steam. Between themselves, the copper pipe is fixed with a blowtorch. The design fits easily into the wall strob. The service life is at the highest level. The copper pipeline is expensive, because of which it can be found exclusively in luxurious cottages.