Without a functional management system today is notalmost no unit of household engineering equipment is used. Boilers, heaters and floor heating systems especially need effective and accurate means of monitoring and adjusting operating parameters. And not always this task is realized due to electronics. Let in a partial form, but the mechanical thermoregulator fully justifies itself. Firstly, it is a familiar configuration of the management tool, and secondly, it benefits in certain designs due to reliability and cost.
Чаще всего такие приборы представляют собой small devices with one or more controls. The latter can be used buttons, levers and round adjusters in the form of washers. The panels also provide indicators with basic information about performance indicators. As for the areas of operation, the mechanical thermostat is usually positioned as a universal device, but there are separate modifications designed for special conditions of use. For example, the equipment to be installed on the outside is additionally protected by insulating coatings. Also, special versions include combined dual-zone models, which can be used to service several pieces of equipment.
Manufacturers classify regulators bythe nature of the installation, the place of operation and the availability of the programmer function. The installation can be carried out by means of a tie-in or an overhead method. The operating location can be floor, wall or suspended structure. Programmers, in turn, are rarely used in mechanical devices, but there are also such modifications. In addition, the mechanical thermostat differs in stylistic properties. So, in the form it is possible to allocate round, rectangular and triangular models. From the point of view of installation possibilities and ease of use, the choice under this criterion is of little importance. Most often, attention is paid to external features, evaluating the design conformity of the device to the place of use.
Different models differ in a wide rangeoperational characteristics, including the number of working areas, load power, the range available to cover temperatures, etc. The number of working zones or channels in typical models can be up to 2, but there are also highly specialized modifications in which more than 10 individual objects are allowed to be serviced. By capacity, mechanical thermostats for heating have a potential in the range of 3-4 kW. As a rule, as the number of zones increases, so does the load. An important operating parameter is the temperature spectrum. In simple regulators, it forms a narrow corridor on average from 5 to 30 ° C. However, when operating powerful boilers with high heat output, a wider range should be envisaged - up to 60-70 ° C. Also, to determine the accuracy, attention is drawn to the error of the regulators. It is important to understand that mechanical devices initially lose to digital analogues in this indicator. On average, the deviations can reach 2-3 ° C.
We can say that the basic model representingmiddle class devices of this kind. Users note the universality of its use in terms of overlap with various executive systems. For example, the regulator is connected to pumps, boiler units, valves, home heaters and other equipment. As for reliability, the model as a whole causes more positive feedback. The fact that the mechanical thermostat from Honeywell in its design device is focused on the sensitive perception of the slightest changes in the environment. This allows you to activate the necessary automatic security systems, which prevent the device from failing. About the functional processes, the user learns through the panel with indicators. The owners emphasize the ergonomics of the interface and the strength of the case.
This option is more likely to suit those who uselow-power heating equipment in the apartment. In the line of entry-level thermostats, this is one of the best representatives. Development from DAIRE, according to many users, is beneficial in that it not only allows you to adjust the temperature regime to a certain level and maintain it with a high degree of accuracy, but also is able to optimize energy costs. On the other hand, the model is not characterized by a large coverage of operating temperatures. Therefore, if you need a thermoregulator mechanical floor heating or a small convector, then this purchase will justify itself, but in the maintenance of a massive boiler plant is unlikely to be useful. This disadvantage is compensated by convenient management and high resource of regulation elements, which is also confirmed by users. According to the manufacturer, the device can withstand about 10 thousand strokes.
This is a special device for controllingworking parameters of electric floor coverings with heating. As practice shows, the model copes well with the loads in the network, gives relatively accurate heating values, requires minimal power supply and at the same time is distinguished by its durability. However, many owners point to modest functionality and minimum regulation tools. For a typical underfloor heating system this mechanical thermostat is suitable, but the possibilities of expensive high-power systems may not be fully disclosed. But to physical reliability of claims is not present - despite of laconic forms and compact dimensions, the model has a strong case and the regulators firmly integrated into it.
One of the premium models, which, though notoffers special functionality, but the main performance is significantly different from the below analogues. First of all, many owners point out the possibility of using the device in combination with powerful heating equipment. This is the optimal mechanical thermostat for a solid fuel boiler or a productive water heating installation. Again, the owners of the device testify that with a wide temperature range it shows a high accuracy of regulation. As for the other advantages, communication opportunities are also noted. In particular, the user can operate the device using a remote sensor with indication on a two-meter wire.
In general, the operation of installing a thermostatIt is similar to the installation of conventional sockets. At least this concerns the physical integration of the device into the wall. There are also overhead models that do not require intervention in the niche of the wall. Direct connection is carried out on three lines - this is the power wire, the cable from the heating actuator and the circuit from the sensor that monitors the air temperature. When connecting a mechanical thermostat, it is important not to confuse the types of wires. Usually, the white or black marking indicates the phase, blue - zero, and the grounding is done through the yellow-green wires. However, for accuracy, you should still refer to the instructions with the diagram attached to the thermostat of a particular model.
Before purchase, a list should be drawn upmandatory requirements for the regulator for installed equipment. First of all, the choice is made by the load capacity - it should be enough to work with specific heating equipment. Then the connection features are taken into account. It is important to assess the conditions under which the installation will be carried out - for example, by waybill or by tie-in. So, the thermal controller for the warm floor mechanical is usually installed in the wall, but if it is a boiler station, additional accessories for surface mounting may be required. Do not ignore the possible threats in terms of external impact on the device. The risk of physical damage is also taken into account, and the likelihood of moisture entering the body. Accordingly, to ensure the safe operation of the regulator in a situation with such risks, it will be superfluous to refer specifically to models provided with protective insulating layers in the housing.
The cheapest models cost about 500-600 rubles.They are distinguished by modest performance characteristics, inexpensive housing material and limited opportunities for interfacing with heating equipment. But in this category it is possible to choose a mechanical thermostat convector or floor heating system. For boilers and boilers, powerful devices with a wide temperature range are suitable. Such versions of thermostats are available on the market at prices ranging from 1.5 to 2 thousand rubles. average.
Often, manufacturers of thermal units of differentType supply thermostats already in the basic set. True, not always regular devices differ sufficient functionality, ergonomics and overall performance. It happens that the complete mechanical thermostat for the boiler simply does not cope with the power load, requiring replacement. Therefore, it is better not to save on this accessory at once and to purchase a thermostat suitable by characteristics. Again, do not consider this supplement only as a tool for setting the temperature regime. Most modern models of such regulators automatically allow rational management of equipment resources, which saves financial costs. It doesn’t matter whether it’s mechanical or digital. The difference between them is mostly ergonomic in nature, causing the user to interact with technology.
