Subtleties connect the heated floor

The basis of underfloor heating can be various types of connection schemes. Connecting electrical appliances requires experience. For competent performance of work will be useful knowledge about the basic rules for the installation of electrical appliances.

Electrical systems include a single or two-wire cable. The method of laying the heating elements is tape, and the type of cable is resistive. It is also worth considering in more detail the subtleties of connecting the popular infrared floor heating system today.

What is the difference between a single or double wire cable? Differences just in ways of installation. Single-core cable involves the return to the temperature sensor. With a strong cable, the circuit is closed with a special tip. Plus, the choice of the sturdy option in a simple installation and installation possibilities in rooms that are characterized by the complexity of the layout.

Resistive cable will provide a uniform temperature of elements on any part of the system, which is often inconvenient. A change in the degree of heating of the cores will provide a shielded, self-regulating twin cable. Heating can be associated with changes in temperature in the rooms. The state of the environment takes into account a special internal device. Let us consider in more detail the advantages of two variants of heating elements:

Single cable:

• low price;
• maintains high temperature;
• less electricity is consumed.

Two-core cable:

• easy installation;
• immutability of the natural electromagnetic field in the room;
• no need to install a temperature sensor.

The correct choice of two-core cable will tell the designation CT, CF, CR. The wire must be provided with external insulation and a copper shield. The device single-core element requires a mandatory thermal sensor. In this case, one end of the cable picks up to the device. Then the wire is passed through the room. After the second end of the cable is again returned to the temperature sensor, closing the system. The presence of the electromagnetic field of a single-core wire can be eliminated by the choice of the option with teflon protection. Protection will reduce radiation quality.

When arranging infrared floor heating is to understand that the room will warm up due to the emission of infrared waves. The principle of operation is similar to the use of electrical cables. The main characteristic is the consumption of a considerable amount of energy. But infrared film has some constructive advantages. For example:

• positive effect of infrared radiation on humans;
• simple installation;
• the optional presence of a protective layer when laying such foundations as tile, laminate, parquet or board;
• warm radiation uniformity.

When installing such bases as linoleum, carpet and other similar, you still need a rigid base, which is suitable as plywood. But even in this case it is simpler and faster to install the infrared heat-insulated flooring than to lay the cable variant. Perhaps this is the secret of the popularity of this species.

Significant electricity savings can be achieved with a water system. A water floor is a type of heating element that consists of tubes pressed into concrete. On them the liquid which is warmed up by a heating copper circulates.In apartment buildings it is possible to install the system without an additional boiler. The coolant will come from the line.

The sequential scheme of electropowers implies the following stages of work:

• definition of the place of laying and the thermal sensor;
• laying of cable mats / wires;
• rerouting mats / wires as needed;

• temperature sensor installation;
• connection of the system to the thermostat;
• cover mats / wire tie;
• laying of a finishing covering of a floor.

If you connect the heating elements through a thermostat, then it is worth taking into account the popular types of these devices. They are mechanical or intellectual, controlling indicators of the environment and the sex itself. Installation can be carried out from the heated towel rail, the servo-driver, to a comb.

Schematic graphics are usually depicted on the body of the thermal sensor or in the passport to it. Electrical connection can be made through a socket or through a special electrical panel. To date, the most popular devices are electronic thermostats. A separate automatic device connected through an electrical panel will provide the power rating for the difference in voltage. The limit is the maximum voltage required by the device. This value should be identical to that given by the system.

The installation diagram for electricity is as follows:

• sensor installation;
• connection of network cables;
• eyeliner lived system itself.

The veins of the system are supplied with the appropriate letters or color. An indicator screwdriver can be used to check the conformity of the network wires. They are not always marked.

If the end of the tool touches the phase, then a light bulb lights up on it.

To connect the network perform the following actions:

1. Connect the network conductors to the sensor, contacts 1.2. The designations can be viewed from the side of the thermostat.
2. Connect one phase to the socket (L), and zero (N) to pin 2.
3. The conductors are connected to pins 3 (N), 4 (L).
4. The temperature sensor is connected to 5 and 6.

Then you can check the connection health. You need to turn on the device and set the minimum temperature. Then increase the readings to maximum values.

The installation of the system is different, its basic principles are further:

Collector connection:

• installation of the box so that it can be accessed in the future;
• installation of shut-off valves;
• connection of the supply and reverse flow of fluid;
• connection of pipes with a box. If pipes differ in diameters, then use of adapters is possible;

• installation of measuring instruments that will help in monitoring indicators;
• installation of the mixing pump. Although the connection can be made without a pump. It is needed to reduce the temperature of the carrier in case of overheating;
• installation of separate boxes for each room, if adjustment is needed in separate rooms.

Water floor heating is connected in series or in parallel. A sequential circuit needs an additional circulation pump that will provide fluid. The system is characterized by high performance.Plus a parallel way that each of the branches of the system can work separately. Branches require the installation of additional valves. Another positive point is the simplified installation.

Infrared floor heating is connected through thermal sensors. This device will help to save energy and turns your system into automatic. Typical installation of IR film through a thermal sensor has a standard appearance. As in the case of the cable system, the phase and zero cling to the corresponding terminals on the controller. From the remaining connectors there are conductors on the thermal sensor. A small negative characteristic of the circuit is the confusion between the cables.

The general principles of installation and installation of the system to electricity have already been discussed above. It is necessary to study in more detail the scheme of installation of certain types.

For example, installation and installation at the first start-up, including heating cables, is possible after pouring the screed, as well as laying insulation on the surface. Consider the features of the schemes of heating elements: laying snake or in a circle. Cable warm floor - the most difficult connection system, it can not be mounted without grounding, directly. Easier to work with electric mats. This is the same cable, mounted in a special film. Electricity is connected from a special shield without installing a thermal sensor. Electric films are convenient in arrangement and are inexpensive in cost.

Diagram of the device infrared film is usually included. Installation of the film should be made on a flat surface with a substrate insulating material that reflects radiation. Contact terminals for connecting circuits are usually already on the film itself. Some types of films can be cut by special marks.

Features of the circuit with the water carrier imply several types of connection. At the heart of:

• scheme with a three-way valve;
• circuit with a circulation pump.

Installation without a pump is more profitable,as the valve provides good circulation of the coolant from the heater. The pipe laying scheme is:

• spiral;
• loops;
• double helix.

In order for a warm electric floor to be activated, it is important to consider the place where the temperature sensor is installed in the apartment. This device will facilitate easy operation and ensure the right temperature of the heating elements.

You can install a thermostat permanently or use a special outlet that will work as a separate thermal sensor.

To connect the infrared film, conductors, conductors, strip the wires and clamp them with pliers. Run isolation. Connect the floor through copper stranded wires with a cross section of at least 1.5 mm. Thermal sensors will be useful for the correct operation of the device. Installation options for devices involve placing on top of the film or using a plastic tube that is placed in a recess in the floor.

Floor heating at the present stage is not a luxury, but a household need. Systems can use various types of heating elements. All of them involve different operating conditions. It is believed that the length of service life have film types of devices. So that they really work for a long time without repair and replacement, consider the simple rules:

• optimum temperature + 20 + 30 degrees;
• film types cannot be operated without sensors regulating a certain temperature;
• you can not cover the floor with heated blankets, cardboard paper, furniture;

• in the absence of a room with a warm floor for a long time, it is not recommended to completely shut it off. It is better to set the sensors to minimum power;
• do not violate the integrity of the installed film. You should not drill, drive nails, perform other similar work;
• turn off the heating system if it gets liquid. It is possible to turn on the system only after complete drying;
• for a comfortable stay in the heat of the warm floor can be completely turned off;
• Use equipment only in accordance with instructions.

The process of installing an infrared floor heating, see below.