Overview of Rifar heating batteries

Features of choice

It should be remembered that modern bimetallic radiators are available in two types:

• with solid steel frame;
• using only steel pipes for water supply.

One piece frame

If a new bimetal battery is chosen for an apartment in a second home, it is worth considering options with a steel frame. The installation of bimetallic radiators on an old pipeline requires a reinforced core, because the scheme for connecting old batteries did not imply additional support.

Steel tubes

But when organizing a heating system in a private or new apartment building, it is better to consider lightweight options.Of course, their installation will require additional fixation, but the heat transfer of such radiators is greater, and their cost is less, which increases the efficiency of the entire system and reduces the cost of it.

Steel frame radiator.

Features of installation and operation

Norms of installation of heating radiators

Heating equipment must be installed in specially designated places. If you follow the recommendations, the battery will give maximum efficiency, heating the room without heat loss.

Most often, radiators are installed under the window. This allows you to get rid of the likelihood of condensation on the glass, and heat loss will be minimal. When mounting bimetallic radiators Rifar, the following distances must be observed:

• from the window sill to the top of the battery - 15 cm;
• from the wall - 5 cm;
• from the floor - 15 cm.

Installation of brackets for hanging radiators

Incorrect connection of the Rifar heating radiator will result in heat loss of up to 40%. Installation must be carried out in accordance with the following algorithm:

1. Marks of places for future brackets.
2. If the wall is built of brick or concrete, dowels must be installed. If drywall was used during construction, the radiator must be fastened on both sides.
3. Fixing brackets and installing batteries.
4. Connection to the heating system by connecting pipes.
5. Installing a faucet to shut off water.
6. Air valve installation.

1. Shut off the water supply before starting work. It is necessary to check that there are no liquid residues in the pipes.
2. Batteries may be sold assembled or disassembled. In the second case, for assembly, you must read the instructions.
3. Check the kit. All necessary fasteners, faucets and valves must be available.
4. When the installation procedure is completed, water is let into the radiator, and the remaining air is bled using the installed air valve.
5. The connection scheme can be side, bottom or diagonal. It must be observed when installing the radiator.
6. Fittings must be connected using materials resistant to high temperatures.
7. Shields should not be installed on top of radiators, as they will reduce the efficiency. Heat loss in this case can be up to 40%.

Forza

A series of relatively low-cost medium-power radiators Rifar. Depending on the indicator of the center distance, the models of this series can be of three types:

1. B200 - radiators with an interaxal gap of 200 mm. They have a closed rear section - due to this design feature, the batteries are perfectly combined with French windows that are demanding in terms of interior aesthetics.
2. B350 - batteries with a center distance of 350 mm. Often used in rooms with certain height restrictions in the installation area - such bimetallic radiators allow you to keep the style of the space unchanged.
3. B500 - the most powerful models of the series with a center gap of 500 mm. Ideal for large areas with poor thermal insulation, these high-performance batteries are able to provide high-quality heating even in such difficult conditions.

Radiators are designed for uninterrupted operation at temperatures up to 135 degrees and are able to withstand pressures up to 20 atm.

In the work of Forza radiators, the main focus is on the maximum allowable heat flow of one section: for models with center at intervals of 200 mm and 350 mm, this value is 136 watts, for 500 mm - 200 watts. The manufacturer's warranty is 15 years.

Another popular Rifar series, presented, like the previous line, by three bimetallic models with different overall dimensions and center distances:

All three radiators can be either basic or special - in the Flex or Ventil modification.

Base Flex - bimetallic batteries with a certain radius of curvature. Curved models can be installed against a wall with a radius of at least 1450 mm. The company produces devices for both convex and curved working walls. Through the use of innovative Flex technologies, the consumer gets great opportunities in terms of choosing the dimensions and appearance of Base devices.

Base Ventil - batteries designed to be connected to a heating system with a lower coolant outlet. In this case, either a conventional lower assembly with an interaxal distance of 50 m, or a single valve, corresponding to the type and configuration of a particular heating system, acts as a connecting fitting.

The maximum heat flow per radiator section depends on the center distance: 200 mm - 104 watts, 350 mm - 136 watts, 500 mm - 204 watts. Batteries operate at temperatures up to 135 degrees and withstand atmospheric pressure up to 20 atm. Models can be produced with a different number of sections - from 4 to 14. The manufacturer's warranty for all radiators of the Base line is 10 years.

Here are three popular series of Rifar radiators, which differ in a whole range of technical characteristics

Which battery to choose for your heating system - Monolit, Forza or Base - is up to you, but when making such an important decision, do not forget about the above features of the product and be sure to focus on customer and specialist reviews about it

Peculiarities

Rifar radiators can withstand temperatures up to one hundred and thirty-five degrees Celsius. For the manufacture of equipment, modern patented technological developments are used. Each of its sections consists of steel pipes filled with aluminum alloy, which prolongs battery life. Tight cardboard packaging and sealed film guarantee protection against mechanical damage during transportation of the device.

Radiators can be made in two versions.

• Flex is a method of making a device with various curves or bulges. Great for extraordinary structures with concave or convex walls.
• Ventil - production of batteries with a bottom connection. An additional installation of a built-in thermostatic control valve is carried out.

Bimetallic batteries

Devices with sections consist of the partial use of bimetal, where the vertical tubes are made of steel, while the horizontal collectors are aluminum. When special water is used in the heating system without the addition of antifreeze, its acidity level is within the limits recommended by the manufacturer's standards. For high-quality operation of this type of radiators, it is necessary to strictly comply with the requirements for the installation and use of the product. The design type of the bimetallic device of the Rifar brand differs from other thermal equipment in its stylish presentation and elegance.If desired, the consumer can choose absolutely any shade and color of the radiator, which would be in harmony with the interior of the room.

aluminum batteries

The working pressure of sectional radiators is up to twenty atmospheres, which is the majority of bimetallic models. This feature is implemented by a special type of vertical channel for the movements of the heat carrier - an oval section. This helps to reduce the hydraulic resistance of the heating device, which improves heat transfer and increases the heating area. An increase in the pressure resource is also achieved by a significant thickness of the channel walls - 2.8 mm. Since 2011, aluminum radiators have been used in systems with antifreeze, but pH control is necessary. It should be in the range of seven to eight. On such models there is a special sticker in bright yellow with the indicated types of the most suitable coolants.

The main technical characteristics of Rifar brand batteries can be seen below:

Model	Distance between axes (millimeter)	Dimensions (height / depth / width) (millimeter)	Weight of one section (kilogram)	Rated heat flux of one section (Watt)
B 500*	500	270 / 100 / 79	1,92	204
B 350*	350	415 / 90 / 79	1,36	136
B 200*	200	261 / 100 / 79	1,02	104
A 500*	500	570 / 75 / 79	1,50	191

The technical and operational parameters of Rifar brand devices include:

• manufacturer's warranty for a period of twenty-five years (subject to proper transportation and installation in the facility);
• radiators are characterized by a rather high heat transfer, which allows you to maintain the required heat regime inside the premises;
• the battery core is completely made of rust-resistant steel, which allows Rifar to be operated with absolutely different thermal media;
• the integrity of the equipment design completely eliminates the occurrence of leakage, which ensures the operation of the device in heating systems with antifreeze;
• battery performance is designed for a coolant that heats up to one hundred and thirty-five degrees Celsius;
• the working pressure is not less than a hundred atmospheres, and the short-term pressure is one hundred and fifty atmospheres;
• the device is easy to install.

Information about the manufacturer Rifar

Radiator Rifar

The Rifar company has been selling its products in the Orenburg region since 2002. The domestic brand produces aluminum and bimetallic batteries, divided into sections. Radiators are specially designed for use in the Russian climate. They can be installed for heating houses, apartments, cottages and non-residential buildings.

Despite the already existing success, the company continues to develop in the field of improving the performance of radiators. Not only the achievements of foreign colleagues are taken into account, but also the conditions created by the Russian climate, under which it is necessary to modernize the innovations available on the market.

Design design of heating radiators Rifar

It deserves special attention that such a battery can be used not only as a heating device. In order for the radiator to also serve as a dryer, you can purchase an additional element that is installed on the ribs of the extreme sections. Of course, you can’t hang heavy things on such a dryer, but such an arm will withstand a towel calmly.

Convenient towel dryer

Rifar batteries vary in size, they can be straight or slightly curved. They always have a white base enamel finish.

Interesting arc-shaped battery

Many homeowners want to see something special and exclusive in the house, and therefore some refuse such a convenient and reliable type of radiators in favor of those that have a variety of colors. If this is the only thing, then the problem can be easily solved, but you just need to remember that exclusivity costs separate surcharges. But what can you do to create harmony in the house?

Recently, decorating even planes of radiators has become increasingly popular. This is done with the help of photo printing, which is done by some photo studios. The photo-decoration technique allows you to decorate Rifar radiators in each room in your own way, according to the interior design.

An example of photoprinted radiators

For example, this option can be placed both in the living room and in the bedroom. This radiator can quite claim to be a decorative element that decorates the room, which will stand out as a bright spot against a background that is properly thought out for it. It will surely attract the eye and delight the guests. Looking at this piece of furniture, you don’t even immediately understand that this is just an element of the heating system - it fits so well and organically into the interior.

Someone prefers the seascape

Another decoration not only for the battery, but also for the entire design of the room, can be a photo with a sea or another landscape chosen to your taste. The main thing in this case is to maintain the correct combination of the shade of the wall and the objects surrounding the radiator.

An alternative to photo printing for the design of the Rifar battery can be a glass screen.There is no need to be afraid that this decorative device will close the heat going into the room - this will not happen, since the panels are thought out in such a way that they do not interfere with the radiators to perform their direct function.

Glass screen radiators

These screens are available as a solid color, and with a specific pattern. They are especially convenient for the kitchen, as they will not allow grease and fumes to settle on the battery. The screens are easily dismantled, so they can simply be removed if they are tired, or in order to wash them well.

Selection Tips

When choosing heating batteries, it is necessary to take into account the technical features and operating conditions. The technical features that heating batteries have allow them to be installed in systems with forced operation of a heating agent. Rifar models have a high thermal output and a long service life. Installed in high-rise buildings.

When choosing bimetallic radiators, it is necessary to focus on their positive qualities:

• Tightness due to the polyurethane sleeve, which acts as a connecting element of the sections.
• High thermal performance - one section has a capacity of 0.104, 0.136, 0.204 kW. The greatest height of one section is 57 cm. Batteries are available in 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 sections. The heated area of ​​the room is 25 m2.

Monolithic bimetallic batteries are considered the most reliable heating systems that are recommended for installation in educational, medical and administrative institutions.

High heat transfer is created due to the optimal ratio of heat from the radiation and convection chambers. However, the heat transfer of such models is slightly less than that of conventional bimetallic batteries.

The main advantages of monolithic bimetallic radiators:

• the diameter of the pipe allows you to do without adapters during installation;
• tightness, which is ensured by laser welding of heating equipment.

However, monolithic bimetallic batteries cannot be connected to an autonomous heating system for cottages. The recommended optimal connection is to centralized heating systems.

An equally important point when choosing a bimetallic battery is the option of connecting it. Rifar radiators come with side and bottom connection, each of the options has some advantages.

Radiators with side connection - "Ventil". The connection is made by a special node, which is located at the bottom of the circuit. It often happens that after installation and connection, uneven heating of the sections occurs. To optimize heating, it is necessary to install a flow extension, which will provide intensive circulation of the coolant. Connection is made according to the top-down scheme. Thus, the heat agent will be supplied from above, and the outlet will be through the lower channel. Also, with a large number of sections, a flow extension may be needed.

Radiators with a bottom connection ensure stable operation of the heating system without installing additional elements. However, to compress air from the device, it is necessary to connect a Mayevsky valve and a thermostatic head.

In the passport of each device, the manufacturer indicates recommendations for the installation and operation of the product:

• Water as a heat carrier with a pH of 7 - 8.5. When using another heat agent, there is no guarantee that the radiator will work.
• In order to avoid premature corrosion, it is necessary to take care of grounding, grounding when using pipes made of metal or piping made of dielectric materials.
• The radiator must be installed by a specialized installation company.
• The radiator must reach room temperature before installation.
• Do not install in rooms with a high level of humidity (more than 75%).

Only when these recommendations are followed, you can not worry about the service life of the heating radiator.

In the next video you will find a video presentation of the production of Rifar heating radiators.

Power of one section of aluminum radiator

Such batteries are characterized by 2 types of construction: cast and extrusion. The first is made in the form of separate sections, and the second - in the form of glued or bolted 3 parts. In addition, the aluminum itself used for manufacturing may be primary, i.e. pure raw materials, or secondary, which is made from scrap or dirty alloys. The price of the latter is much lower. When choosing any model, its performance characteristics are important, which include:

1. Working pressure - the amount of water exposure that the heater can withstand while maintaining its original state. Modern devices have this indicator from 6 to 16 atmospheres. Devices with low working pressure are used in private houses or apartments, cottages and cottages, where the coolant is controlled by the user. In municipal heating systems, more reliable products are needed that can withstand pressure surges.
2. Heat dissipation. Heating devices made of aluminum have an advantage over cast iron ones, because they have high thermal conductivity, which leads to the release of the maximum amount of energy into the room.Heat transfer depends on the power of one section of the aluminum radiator and varies from 140 to 200 watts.

Model range of Rifar radiators

Models of this brand differ in the following indicators:

• center distance;
• overall dimensions;
• thermal power;
• coolant volume;
• weight;
• design.

The technical parameters of one element of the radiator depend on the distance between the axes of the radiator, which is indicated in the name of the radiator.

Rifar element parameters	Base 200	Base 350	Base 500
Height, cm	26,1	41,5	57,0
Width, cm	7,9	7,9	7,9
Depth, cm	10,0	10,0	10,0
Weight, kg	1,02	1,36	1,92
Heat transfer, W (at t =70˚ C)	104	136	204

The ALP series has a long length and shallow depth, they are very suitable for rooms with large windows and narrow window sills.

Radiators of the FLEX series can take any degree of curvature, and look good in rooms with a non-standard layout such as concave or convex walls.

Radiators of the VENTIL series can be called universal. This is equipment in which the coolant can be antifreeze or oil.

The MONOLIT series is designed for systems that have low-quality coolant and high operating pressure, the internal part of the design of this device is made in one piece, not divided into sections.

ALUM radiators can work as oil heaters, their distinguishing features are a different design of vertical channels, there is a plug and a sealing gasket.

The FORZA series is an improved BASE radiator, its top layer is even more resistant to mechanical damage.

The cost of Rifar radiators depends on the number of sections required to create comfortable conditions in the room. And the number of sections directly depends on the size and thermal insulation of the heated room.

You can choose a different layout, the important condition of which is that the radiator must be equal to the length of the window opening or be 2/3 of its part

Average price of Rifar radiators

Name	Heat transfer, W	Section price, rub.
BASE 200	104	425
BASE 500	204	443
MONOLIT 350	134	610
MONOLIT 500	196	620
ALUM 350	153	405
FORZA 500	202	490
FORZA 350	190	490

Types by options

To classify battery models according to some parameters, a special designation of batteries is provided. These include heaters with a bend or curvature radius (flex), as well as batteries with a lower connection (ventil).

Flex

Converted geometry fixtures include the Base flex, Alum flex, and Ventil Flex models.

Rifar flex radiators are used in cases where the curvature of the wall has a non-standard shape other than straight. In these cases, batteries with a curvature close to the curvature of the wall surface are used, while both convex and concave bends are allowed. For fixing such devices, it is necessary to use special brackets.

The modified shape of a conventional radiator does not affect its working and thermal characteristics, the warranty period is 10 years.

Heaters of this type are manufactured by special order with the provision of relevant information about the model of the device, the number of sections, the center distance, the type of connection and the radius of curvature. It must be taken into account that the value of the radius of curvature has certain limitations.

valve

Bottom connection instruments include the Monolit Ventil, Base Ventil, Flex Ventil and Alum Ventil models.

The designation Ventil is used in radiators using a bottom connection. Their package should include a product in the form of an adjustable thermostatic valve.

The difference between Rifar Base and Monolith radiators

The most important difference between the two lines radiators in their design features. Rifar Base is a collapsible structure, consisting of a different number of sections, the number of which depends on the calculated heating power. A monolith is a solid product with a predetermined heat capacity. The first one can withstand the pressure of hot water or antifreeze up to 30 atmospheres, the second - up to 150.

Thus, Rifar Base radiators can be used in apartments or offices, Monolith - in rooms of any purpose and thermal insulation. They are reliable, durable, easy to install, have a modern design and fully satisfy all the needs of consumers.

• Sectional models make it possible to complete the radiator with the required number of sections.
• For non-standard layouts, there are sectional models with a radius of curvature.
• If it is necessary to connect in a non-standard way, it is possible to choose models with a lower and upper type of coolant supply.
• All consumables supplied by Rifar are adapted for Russian engineering structures.
• Monolithic samples are ideal for installation in apartment buildings with frequent pressure drops in the heating system.
• Modern monolithic structures Rifar are suitable for all types of coolants.
• The reliability of the design and ease of installation have earned recognition among installers, and the long service life makes it possible to forget about replacing the heating system for a long time.

General overview of bimetallic batteries "Rifar"

Radiators of this brand are distinguished by the following performance characteristics:

• The operating pressure of the coolant in the system is 20 atm.
• The maximum allowable is 100 atm.
• Test during pressure testing - 150 atm.
• The maximum allowable temperature of the coolant is 135 gr.
• The Ph value of water is 7-8.3.
• Heat transfer of one section - from 200 W.

Ease of installation is another indisputable advantage of equipment such as the Rifar radiator. Reviews of home craftsmen who assemble heating systems and install batteries on their own are also very good about this brand. These radiators are fully adapted to Russian conditions and are equipped with standard connection points. Therefore, it is actually very easy to install them.

Among other things, Rifar batteries are completely insensitive to the effects of chemically aggressive substances, which are very often present in the coolant of domestic systems.

Technical characteristics of Rifar radiators

Radiator RIFAR BASE 350 7 sections

The characteristics of Rifar bimetallic heating batteries depend on the model range. Each of them has individual indicators calculated depending on the needs of the buyer. But all models are united by a liquid used as a coolant - water.

Rifar Base

The basic model is divided into 3 types: 200, 350, 500. The number indicates the distance between the axles, which directly affects the power and heat transfer parameter. Model 500 is installed in rooms with a large area or a low level of heating. The less powerful 200 and 350 models, which offer better value for money, are designed for smaller spaces.

Rifar Monolit

Radiator RIFAR Monolit 500

The best-selling model that is capable of delivering the highest efficiency under the most extreme operating conditions. The maximum pressure is 100 atmospheres, and the temperature is 135 degrees. At the same time, the service life of the batteries reaches that of cast iron - up to 50 years. Found the widest application in public institutions and private homes.

Rifar Alp

A model with a small depth (75 mm) is designed for rooms with wide window openings. According to the standards, the battery should occupy three-quarters of the width of the niche in the wall. The length is regulated by the number of sections: from 4 to 14 blocks.