Installation of electrode (ion) boilers
The electrode boiler is a modern representative of electric heating equipment. A distinctive feature is the absence of a heating element. Instead, a block with electrodes is used.
Such units began to be used for heating ordinary residents not so long ago. Previously, these boilers were used to heat military facilities.
How does it work?
The water in the boiler is heated by ions, which quickly move between the electrodes. After turning on the boiler, the water molecules (coolant) break up into positive and negative particles, which in turn are directed to the electrodes with the corresponding pole. This is how heat is formed, which takes over the coolant.
What is the special feature?
The water in the ion boiler requires special preparation: in order to obtain an electrical resistance of the appropriate value, salt is added to it. The reason lies in the fact that initially these boilers were designed to work with seawater. By the way, it will not be possible to heat distilled water using this boiler.
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the efficiency of the electrode boiler is 100%.
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the unit is powerful, compact and does not require a chimney.
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the automatic controller maintains the temperature at a set level and significantly reduces power consumption.
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the device is able to increase the pressure in the heating circuit without outside interference.
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voltage fluctuations do not stop the operation of the ion boiler – only the power changes.
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this method of heating does not harm the environment.
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the electrode boiler works only with alternating current. Direct current leads to electrolysis of the coolant.
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alternating voltage causes the electrodes to wear out, meaning they need to be replaced regularly.
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the need to control the constancy of the electrical conductivity of the heat carrier.
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the scale formed on the electrodes significantly reduces the boiler’s power.
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the recommended boiler temperature is no higher than 75 degrees.
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the electrode boiler is more susceptible to corrosion (compared to other types).
How is the electrode (ion) boiler installed
The installation of electrode boilers involves fixing the device to the wall in an upright position.
In open-type systems, the fittings are mounted after the expansion reservoir. In closed systems, the installation of shut-off valves takes place on the pipeline segment after the expansion reservoir and before entering the boiler.
It is necessary to remember about safety when working with the boiler room and pay close attention to grounding. The cross section of the grounded copper wire should be from 4 to 6 mm, and the resistance should not exceed 4 mm. There is a zero terminal at the bottom of the boiler, to which the conductor is attached.
Of course, it is best to install an ion boiler in a new heating system. But if this is not possible, then you need to rinse the contour properly. The appropriate ratio of water and special equipment is indicated in the boiler’s technical data sheet. This is done in order to remove scale, which prevents the correct setting of the ohmic resistance.
A few more important points!
When choosing a radiator for a system with an ion boiler, it should be clarified how much it consumes coolant. After determining the number of liters consumed by one radiator, it is necessary to calculate the total number of liters based on the required number of radiators.
An ammeter or load clamps are required to start the ion boiler. But you will not be able to put the equipment into operation yourself. Only a specialist knows to what extent to lower the ohmic resistance of water so that the conductivity of the liquid increases to a suitable level. Among other things, there should be devices at hand to check the electrical conductivity of the coolant, which changes during operation.
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