Overview of Galan electrode boilers

Electrode units

Galan electrode flow boilers do not require an installation permit from the relevant government authorities.

Principle of operation

According to the rules of induction, the temperature indicators of the liquid medium increase. The ions travel from the positive electrodes to the negative ones, which in turn exchange poles, causing the ions to vibrate and, as a result, generate energy.

As it becomes clear, the role of the heater with which the Galan heating boilers interact is performed by the liquid.

Advantages

The main advantage of such units is their efficiency, which exceeds that of heating elements by 40%. This became possible because it was possible to reduce the heat loss during the heating of the intermediate material.

Requirements

The coolant used must have an appropriate specific conductivity (in this case, 2950 - 3150 Ωxcm at a temperature of 20 ° C). It is recommended to start the boiler on a special non-freezing liquid Argus-Galan. If it is decided to use distilled water, it must be added with salt at the rate of 5 g of salt per 100 liters of liquid.

In order for Galan high-quality electrode boilers to serve for a long time and efficiently, the heating system must be closed, two-pipe (diameter 32 - 40 mm) with an upper spill, open type, with a supply riser at least 2 m high and the amount of coolant at the rate of 12 liters per 1 kW . Such a scheme will enable the unit to fully perform its functions.

Scope of application

Electrode boilers are able to efficiently and efficiently heat rooms, the total area of ​​​​which varies from 80 to 800 m². The best for this purpose are the product series "Headh", "Geyser", "Volcano" with a working power of 2 to 25 kW.

These products are characterized by compact dimensions and low weight (from 1.5 to 5.7 kg). The average service life of such heat generators is at least 5 years.

Contraindications

This type of equipment is not suitable for connection to the heating system of underfloor heating, greenhouses, swimming pools, flights of stairs and roofs. It is not used in tandem with cast iron radiators and galvanized pipes. Above such a boiler, it is not recommended to mount pipes made of polypropylene or metal-plastic.

Models of Galan electrode boilers

The Galan company today produces several model ranges of these devices:

• hearth;
• Geyser;
• Volcano.

All devices differ in technical characteristics.Below for comparison, we present the main parameters of some models:

Hearth-3	Geyser-15	Volcano-25
Rated power consumption, kW	3	15	25
The maximum area of ​​the heated room	120	550	850
Average power consumption (in case of using the unit in a sufficiently insulated room), kWh	0,75	4	6,6
Boiler weight	0,9	5,3	5,7

Temperature controller BeeRT

It should be noted that boilers can be equipped with different electronics:

• BeeRT - this equipment is the most inexpensive, however, it has a number of limitations: you cannot use ordinary distilled water as a coolant, since it must first be brought to the required density;
• it is forbidden to use heating radiators made of low-quality aluminum;
• when connected to an existing heating system, it must first be flushed with inhibitors.

KROS - equipment with this automation is universal and has no disadvantages of BeeRT. In particular, such Galant heating allows the use of any radiators and connection to an old heating system without prior flushing with inhibitors.

Automation Kros-25

In addition, additional electronics and devices can be used in the system that will make the system more functional.

Disadvantages and advantages of Galan boilers

As the reviews show, Galan boilers have certain advantages and, of course, disadvantages. Such equipment is manufactured in accordance with innovative technologies. However, due to the design possibilities, such heating equipment has a clear advantage over conventional heating boilers. In their reviews, the owners highlight the following advantages:

1. No additional costs for installation of the unit.An exception in this case is the purchase of the boiler itself.
2. The installation of such heating equipment is cheaper than the installation of units operating on liquid fuel.
3. Galan boilers, reviews of which are mostly positive, do not need regular cleaning and maintenance.
4. During operation, the heating equipment does not emit any toxic substances. Boilers of this brand are not only environmentally friendly, but also safe to use.
5. The installation of a chimney is not required for the arrangement of the heating system.
6. Galan devices are lightweight and small in size. The installation of such heating equipment can significantly save space. In addition, the arrangement of the heating system does not require a separate room for the boiler.
7. Ease of installation. You can install the unit yourself.
8. Fire safety.

Of course, any heating equipment has its drawbacks. In their reviews, the owners highlight several "cons":

1. The high cost of electricity consumed by the unit.
2. The impossibility of using the Galan unit for arranging beds in a greenhouse, underfloor heating systems. In addition, such equipment cannot be used to heat the pool.
3. When installing heating equipment with a power of more than 10 kW, coordination with Energonadzor is required.

Features of electrode heating Galan

First of all, it should be said that the Galant heating system is a closed structure, i.e. the coolant circulates in a closed circle.In other words, electrode boilers cannot be used in systems where the coolant comes directly from a well or other source.

As for the radiators that can be used, there are practically no restrictions, they can be:

• steel;
• Bimetallic;
• Aluminum.

The only thing with such boilers is not recommended for use:

• Large radiators;
• Cast iron radiators for home heating;
• Large diameter pipes.

There are also no special requirements for electrical connection. The only thing is that it is necessary to use a cable of a suitable section, and the connection diagram, which contains the instructions for the equipment, must also be observed.

Electrode boiler Ochag-3

Advantages

Galan heating system It has many advantages, among which are the following points:

• Energy efficiency that the manufacturer has achieved thanks to a new technology for converting electric current into thermal energy.
• Energy saving - electrode boilers, working in conjunction with digital electronic control units, consume 30-40 percent less electricity than traditional heating elements.
• Thanks to the use of modern technologies and high-quality materials, as well as the use of automatic devices, these devices are completely energy and fire safe.
• Galan heating systems operate in fully automated mode. Thanks to this, human participation is not required to ensure a stable and comfortable temperature regime, regardless of weather conditions. Automation from Galan is able to maintain the temperature background with high accuracy (± 0.2 degrees).The equipment can be equipped with a climate control system for weekly programming of the operating mode. In addition, when using non-freezing coolants such as Potok, there is no need to drain them from the radiators, even in the event of a long boiler downtime.

Electronic control units

• The Galant heating system is an excellent option for those settlements where the mains voltage is unstable. Even when the voltage drops to 180V, the boiler will continue to work.
• Electrode boilers do not require a permit for installation.
• In the event of a leak in the system, the device immediately turns off, since the electric current cannot be closed in the circuit.
• The liquid heating chamber has a small volume, and during ionization, the coolant in it heats up sharply, as a result of which the pressure rises to two atmospheres. Thus, the boiler serves not only as a heater, but also as a circulation pump for heating. This allows you to reduce the cost of purchasing equipment, as well as the cost of operating the heating system.
• Low price.

Thus, the popularity of these devices is fully justified.

Replaceable electrodes for Galan boilers

Flaws

Like any other heating equipment, electrode boilers also have some of their drawbacks, which are listed below:

Demanding on water - the fact is that far from any water can be used in the system, but with certain characteristics. When starting heating, it is necessary to prepare the coolant according to the manufacturer's recommendations. As a rule, for this, a few teaspoons of soda and salt are added to a liter of water. You can also use special liquids.

Coolant Galan

• Electric current circulates in the water, therefore, the possibility of receiving a strong electric shock in case of touching the heating radiator is not excluded. To prevent such a situation, it is necessary to perform grounding in accordance with the PUE and GOST 12.1.030-81.
• Periodically, it is necessary to clean the system and change the electrodes, which become thinner over time, resulting in a decrease in heating efficiency. Thus, in terms of durability, electrode boilers do not have advantages over traditional heating elements.

As we can see, the shortcomings are not critical, but still they should be remembered.

In the photo - Geyser-9 electrode boilers

Making an electrode boiler with your own hands

To assemble an ion boiler with your own hands, you need: a pipe, an electrode, hot metal.

If you have become familiar with the principle of operation of ion boilers, as well as the features of their operation, and still want to make it yourself, then you will need:

• welding machine and skills to work with it;
• steel pipe of the required dimensions;
• an electrode or group of electrodes;
• neutral wire and ground terminals;
• insulators for terminals and electrodes;
• coupling and metal tee
• desire and perseverance in achieving the ultimate goal.

Before you start assembling the boiler with your own hands, you should pay attention to several important points. First, the boiler must be grounded. Secondly, the neutral wire from the socket is fed exclusively to the outer pipe

And thirdly, the phase must be supplied exclusively to the electrode

Secondly, the neutral wire from the outlet is fed exclusively to the outer pipe. And thirdly, the phase must be supplied exclusively to the electrode.

The do-it-yourself boiler assembly technology is quite simple.Inside a steel pipe with a length of about 250 mm and a diameter of 50-100 mm, an electrode or an electrode block is inserted from one side by means of a tee. Through the tee, the coolant will enter or exit. The other side of the pipe is equipped with a coupling for connecting the heating pipe.

An insulator is placed between the tee and the electrode, which will also ensure the tightness of the boiler. The insulator is made of any suitable heat-resistant plastic. Since it is necessary to ensure tightness and at the same time the possibility of a threaded connection with a tee and an electrode, it is better to order an insulator in a turning workshop in order to withstand all design dimensions.

A bolt is welded onto the boiler body, to which the neutral wire terminal and grounding are attached. It is possible to secure with one more bolt. The entire structure can be hidden under a decorative coating, which will also serve as an additional guarantee of the absence of electric shocks. Restricting access to the boiler is the first and most important task to comply with safety regulations.

As you can see, assembling an electrode boiler with your own hands is an achievable goal for almost any person. The main thing is to know the principle of its operation and observe safety precautions. Warmth for your home!

Electric boilers "Galan" on heating elements

In this group of heating equipment, two types of boilers are produced: TEN heating boilers "Standard" and "Lux".

Group "Standard"”has an unusual structure for electric boilers: it is a small cylinder, sealed on both sides, to which coolant supply and return pipes are welded.They differ in a very low price, high efficiency and decent economy, which requires automation. "Galan" recommends its automation "GAlan-Navigator".

Electric boilers "Galan" on heating elements have an unusual design

Boilers of this group operate in closed heating systems with natural or forced circulation. They are very small in size and have a fairly large set of capacities:

• Hearth Turbo. This line includes 7 modifications with a power step of 1.5 kW. Power from 3kW to 15kW, length from 350mm to 1050mm, weight from 2.5kg to 10kg.
• Geyser Turbo. There are only two models in this line: 12 kW and 15 kW, 500 mm long, 8 kg in weight.
• Volcano Turbo. There are three modifications with capacities of 18kW, 24kW and 30kW. The length of the boilers of this series is 490mm, the weight is 10kg.

The bodies of the boilers are made of stainless steel AISI 316L, which has an increased load capacity, long service life and can withstand temperatures up to 1300 ° C. The boilers produced today are equipped with new heaters and blocks of them, which have smaller dimensions and a longer service life. The boilers have three power levels, which allows you to save energy without sacrificing comfort. Also in the new boilers, the mass has become less, the inertia of the boilers has been reduced. All this allows you to save up to 20% of electricity compared to conventional boilers of the same capacity.

Characteristics of heating elements "Galan" (to increase the size, click on the picture)

A three-stage power gradation and more reliable elements do not create an excessive load on the network, therefore many boilers can be powered from a 220V network. All data on the electrical connection are given in the tables.

In the group of heating elements boilers "Suite» there are two lines.Their appearance is already more familiar: wall-mounted, painted steel casing, control panel on the boiler. Boilers are used only in closed-type heating systems with forced circulation. There is no water treatment for hot water supply, the control is automatic (built-in automation).

Line "Stealth". Boiler efficiency - 98%. Such indicators are achieved thanks to the use of heating elements of a new type. When using these boilers, you can achieve decent savings - up to 40-60%. This is facilitated by modern built-in automation, programmable thermostats, which allow, while maintaining a comfortable temperature, to minimize energy consumption. It is possible to connect a remote control that transmits signals via a cellular connection.

The heating boiler "Galan Stealth" has a more familiar design

This line includes six modifications of boilers with power from 9kW to 27kW. The technical data of the equipment are presented in the table.

Technical characteristics of the boilers "Galan Stealth" (click on the picture to enlarge)

Line "Galax". A three-stage power control system allows you to achieve energy savings and not create an excessive load on the network. This equipment is connected to a three-phase network 380V, has a protection class IP40.

TENovye coppers "Galan Galaks". Internal organization

There are built-in security systems: monitoring the presence of a coolant flow and a safety valve. It is possible to connect programmable temperature sensors.

TENovye coppers "Galan Galaks". Internal device (click on the picture to enlarge)

There are eight modifications in the line with power from 9kW to 30kW, their technical data are summarized in the table.

Technical characteristics of the Galan Galax boilers (click on the picture to enlarge)

Currently, there are a large number of manufacturers of heating equipment. Most boilers are installed by professionals, and many permits will need to be obtained before installation. But there are alternative solutions that somewhat simplify the whole procedure. Let's talk about electric heating. Let's take a look at helpful reviews. Boilers "Galan" - that's what we will talk about in this article.

Features of Galan boilers

The main characteristics of electrical equipment Galan:

• high level of quality;
• compact dimensions;
• reliability.

Device

The elements of Galan heating equipment are:

• working chamber;
• electrodes;
• sealant and insulation of electrodes;
• power terminals.

Principle of operation

The principle of operation of the Galan heating system does not differ from the traditional one. The water heated in the generator passes through the main piping. Entering the radiator, it gives off its heat as much as possible, due to this, the air in the room heats up.

The case acts as the first electrode, which is necessarily grounded, and the other electrode, connected to the phase, is located inside the system and is isolated from the case.

As a coolant, specially prepared water can be used, which has certain resistivity parameters, but it is best to use a special argus-galan liquid.So the unit will last much longer.

Galan electric units can be used not only for space heating, but also for providing hot water. Many Galan models (Geyser, Ochag, Vulkan, TEN Series) are supplemented with external storage boilers, due to which the water is heated by the coolant from the main source.

Specifications

Technical characteristics of Galan electrode heating systems:

• voltage - 220/380 v, 50 Hz;
• the area of ​​the heated room in the range from 20 to 250 m2;
• power range of models from 2 to 25 kW;
• range of current values ​​for models - from 9.2 to 37 A;
• recommended coolant - liquid "Argus-Galan";
• water as a heat carrier - resistivity (3 kOhm / cm2 - 32 kOhm / cm2) at 150 degrees.

Advantages

Galan heating equipment has a number of advantages over heating elements.

The main advantages of Galan boilers:

1. Do not require additional costs for installation, except for the purchase of a heat source. Installation of the device is much cheaper than installation of equipment operating on liquid fuel raw materials. There is no need to build a chimney.
2. No scheduled maintenance or cleaning required.
3. Made from environmentally friendly and safe material.
4. They have a small weight and dimensions, as a result of which you can save space, the unit does not require a separate room.
5. Easy to install, you can install yourself with your own hands;
6. Fireproof.
7. work from the electrical network of any voltage.
8. Wide range of power. You can choose a unit that can heat a room of about 20 square meters. m. or a whole house of 250 sq. m.When combining devices into a system, it is possible to heat a room larger than a thousand square meters.
9. Automated work process, the devices are equipped with a control unit.
10. Low noise level during operation.
11. Presence of protective systems.
12. Efficiency.
13. Possibility of programming modes of operation.

Flaws

The disadvantages of heating units include:

1. Inability to use for floor heating, pool heating, for greenhouses.
2. Installation of electrical equipment with a power of more than 10 kW requires coordination with Energonadzor.
3. For normal operation, you will need an additional device for water circulation (pump), since in its absence, water may boil.
4. The high cost of electricity consumed, but this is rather a disadvantage of a different nature.
5. The need to monitor the condition of the electrodes, because they tend to break down under the influence of water.
6. The ability to work only on electricity.

About the benefits

Before talking about the advantages of an electrode boiler as a heating system at home, it should be noted that this option is possible only if there is a reliable electrical wiring and a stable network condition. When frequent power outages and sudden voltage drops occur, it makes no sense to install such equipment, since the unit will not be able to function normally.

But even here you can find a way out if you purchase a diesel generator or a UPS in a timely manner - an uninterruptible power supply. It accumulates a certain amount of electricity, and it can be enough for several hours of operation of the electrode boiler in the event of an accident. Some UPS models can regulate the voltage due to the built-in stabilizer.

In addition, in small suburban villages there is a certain quota for the consumption of electricity by a private house. Otherwise, special permission will be required, provided that this issue is resolved from the technical side.

If the described problems of the owner do not concern, he will be able to appreciate all the advantages of the electrode boiler:

• High level of security. The equipment is designed in such a way that the possibility of leakage of electric current, and hence sparking and other similar phenomena, is excluded. During operation, the occurrence of a dangerous fire situation is almost impossible, which allows the unit to be used to maintain the minimum temperature without outside supervision.
• Compact dimensions and the possibility of embedding in a gas heating network. As a result, the electrode boiler starts up when the gas supply stops.
• Rapid heating of the heating system, silent operation of the unit and the possibility of replacing heating elements without changing the entire device.
• Installation is possible in residential premises without the arrangement of a boiler room and a chimney. In addition, the installation of the unit is very simple and can be done by hand.
• High efficiency - up to 96% during operation, and when heated, about 40% of electricity is saved. At the same time, pollution is completely absent - soot, fumes, ash or smoke.