Connecting gas heating is one of the most critical stages of building improvement. Comfort of the house for many years depends on the quality of the selected materials and installation work. The correct piping layout of the gas heating boiler protects the system from overloads and ensures uniform heating of all rooms.
In the article we have proposed, the rules and proven schemes for binding heating equipment are given. Recommendations are given that ensure build quality and further faultless operation of the boiler. The information we provide is based on building codes.
Why is proper strapping so important?
Tying is called pipes and mechanisms designed to supply coolant from the boiler to radiators. This is almost the entire heating system, with the exception of batteries.
The system consists of many nodes, however, even a layman can mount the simplest piping of the boiler. But if you need a complex scheme, it is better to contact an experienced master.
It is better to install the boiler in a separate room, for example, in a utility building, boiler room or basement, because tying involves additional pipes and mechanisms, which is not always convenient. However, with a lack of space, heating equipment is mounted in the house
The choice of strapping scheme for each specific house depends on the type of boiler, construction features, type of heating system.
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Any gas equipment is dangerous. Improper connection is fraught not only with heating problems, but also with explosions and destruction, therefore, it is necessary to strictly follow the norms and rules, comply with the requirements of safety. The main documentation on which the gas heating system is based is SNiP.
The main unit of the system is the boiler. The strapping scheme is selected, focusing on its type, location (wall or floor model), design features
It is necessary to carefully plan the heating scheme, the location of the equipment, especially the laying of pipelines.
The boiler piping performs several significant functions at once:
- Pressure control. If the harness is mounted correctly, the thermal expansion is compensated, which means that the pressure in the system will not increase to critical values.
- Air removal. Air bubbles form plugs, because of which the efficiency of water heating is reduced: the radiators do not warm up completely, and the consumption of resources remains the same. High-quality boiler piping is necessary to prevent this problem.
- Prevention of blockages in the system. If the boiler is not properly tied, the risk of scale formation in radiators and pipes increases. Small debris in the coolant contaminates the system, which leads to an excessive consumption of fuel and an increase in the cost of heating while reducing its quality.
- Ability to connect other circuits. You can install a floor heating system, a storage boiler.
In many respects, the heat supply depends on the correct connection of the boiler to pipelines and other important components, therefore, the piping layout of the gas boiler must be carefully thought out and installed as efficiently as possible.
When arranging the radiation system, collector cabinets are placed where most of the boiler strapping mechanisms can be mounted. It is convenient and practical.
A properly selected and installed boiler piping will serve for many years without accidents and repairs, and its cost will be optimal.
The main components and elements of the system
To equip the gas piping, the following devices will be required:
- pressure gauge;
- circulation pump;
- expansion tank;
- drain cock;
- ball valve;
- balancing valve;
- filtration system;
- valves (distribution, return, safety, etc.).
Each of the nodes performs its own functions, and the need for their installation is determined by the design of the heating equipment. So, if the pump is initially included in the boiler’s package, then it does not need to be purchased separately.
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Closed systems have a certain volume, and heating is no exception. Water expands when heated, due to which pressure rises. To prevent leaks in the system, an expansion tank is needed, where excess fluid enters. Another function of the device is to fill the water shortage when the temperature drops
The device is needed to stabilize the system. It maintains the pressure that is necessary so that the water moves freely through the system, despite the natural resistance. Owners of private homes usually buy wet rotor pumps. These models have a relatively low efficiency, but they do not make noise during operation
The pressure gauge works in conjunction with a safety valve. The device measures the pressure, and the valve is activated when it reaches the maximum permissible levels. While the boiler is turned off, the pressure in the closed system remains unchanged, however, it begins to increase immediately after turning on the boiler burner: the water warms up, expands and moves. If the process is not controlled, it can lead to breakdowns and even explosion.
This device controls the amount of coolant entering the heating devices. If the scheme is simple, and the pipe diameter was initially calculated accurately, there is no need for a balancing valve, but it is better to provide a complicated design with such a valve
The device is necessary to remove water from the entire system or any one of its sections. There are several types of taps from different materials: straight, angular, brass, polypropylene, etc. When choosing, you should focus on the features of the system design and the estimated frequency of use of the device
This is not to say that without a filter, heating will not work. The question is not the functionality of such a system, but its longevity. Small debris and pieces of scale constantly circulate through the pipes together with the coolant and damage the components of the system from the inside. Accumulating, they can create a mechanical barrier to the movement of warm water
Devices are made of brass and steel. They are manual, as well as with drives - electric or pneumatic. Faucets perform the function of controlling the coolant in the pipeline. Using the device, you can easily switch it in another direction
The function of the check valve is to direct the flow of the coolant in only one direction, preventing movement back through the pipe. Only in this way can trouble-free operation of heating be achieved. At the same time, the device should not degrade the operational and technical performance of the system, so you should pay attention to choosing the right device
Expansion tank in the heating system
Circulation pump installation
Installation of the pressure gauge in the harness
Balancing valve for heating system
The drain valve is an important component of the system.
Mechanical filter
Ball valve - valve element
How the bypass with check valve works
In the piping of the gas boiler, locking devices, pressure monitoring devices and protective systems must be installed. Moreover, all nodes should be carefully selected, and saving on them is fraught with breakdowns.
When selecting equipment for boiler strapping, it makes sense to study ratings and customer reviews, especially when it comes to circulation pumps. These devices are responsible for uniform heating and the same temperature of all radiators in the house
It is worth overpaying for equipment and pipes from manufacturers with a good reputation. It is much cheaper than repairing heating later.
Polypropylene - the best solution
Many experts speak in favor of tying gas equipment with polypropylene. Their main argument is universality and the ability to implement any scheme without any problems. On the other hand, an inexperienced master is unlikely to have to deal with systems of increased complexity.
The development and installation of strapping schemes of increased complexity is best entrusted to a specialist. An inexperienced master can make mistakes that will lead to a decrease in the efficiency of the system or even jeopardize its performance
The main advantage of polypropylene pipelines is reliability. According to the manufacturers, their products last 40 years or more.
The material is resistant to high pressure (can withstand up to 25 bar), tolerates water hammer and a temperature of 95 degrees. There is a drawback that must be taken into account: such a boiler piping reduces the efficiency of the heating system.
When designing harnesses, it is better to give preference to a scheme that involves a minimum of overhangs. This will increase the chances of keeping the system tight in the future.
The connection of the boiler to the gas pipeline must be rigid ("American", metal overhang). Of all types of gaskets, only paronite ones are suitable, because plastic materials (rubber, fum, tow) are deformed, which leads to loss of tightness or to a decrease in the internal diameter of the gas pipeline.
Location and installation of a gas boiler
The basic rule of choosing the location of the floor boiler: it should not be above the batteries. If you do not stick to it, air bubbles and the formation of plugs in the system are possible. The pipe extending from the boiler must be positioned strictly vertically.
If the choice is made in favor of the wall-mounted model, then it should be equipped with an automatic air vent. When developing a strapping scheme, these nuances must be taken into account.
For heating with forced circulation, it is better to choose a model with built-in additional mechanisms. But for the gravitational system, these are unnecessary nodes, and it makes no sense to overpay for them
Many modern models are pre-equipped with all necessary additional devices: expansion tanks, protective systems, pumps. Their disadvantage is the high price compared to simpler boilers.
Features of different strapping schemes
The coolant moves through the pipeline due to the slope of the system or is forcedly pumped by a circulation pump. Depending on this, a boiler piping scheme is selected.
Method 1: strapping in gravity systems
Tying the boiler in a gravity heating system is simple, and it can be mounted by anyone who knows how to handle tools. The coolant moves in accordance with physical laws.
No instruments are required for this. The system does not depend on electricity, so a sudden shutdown will not affect the quality of heating.
Tying the boiler will cost minimal money, because you don’t have to buy additional devices, pay a team of masters for installation. The operation of such a system is also cheap, and breakdowns can be fixed independently.
The boiler piping in the gravity heating system can be mounted on your own, but it is not always possible to do this flawlessly. If there are errors in calculating the diameter and the heating does not work well, the situation can be corrected by installing a pump
The only negative: this scheme can only be used for a small house. In addition, you will have to carefully calculate the diameter of the pipes and repeatedly check the data, otherwise normal heating of the house cannot be guaranteed. A large-diameter pipeline spoils the interior, and it is problematic to disguise it.
Method 2: piping the boiler with a circulation pump
Systems with pumping equipment are easier to manage than gravity ones. With a forced heating device, the boiler piping is more complicated and more expensive, but the result is a comfortable temperature in all rooms.
This heating is volatile, so it is advisable to play it safe and mount it so that when the power is turned off, you can switch the system into gravitational circulation of the coolant.
It is impossible to organize forced circulation if the house is not connected to the power grid, however this does not happen often. For a large building, this is the best heating scheme, although the boiler piping device requires considerable effort
The boiler piping scheme is complicated by additional devices that require regular maintenance during operation. Without experience, it is difficult to cope on your own, so you have to hire craftsmen and pay for their work.
Hydraulic equalizers are connected to the heating of houses in which many people live. Devices are needed where several circuits are provided and powerful boilers are installed (more than 50 kW)
To minimize the number of additional devices, it is possible to implement a scheme with primary-secondary rings with circulation pumps in each of them. If the boiler power is less than 50 kW, then collectors should be included in the circuit, otherwise the batteries will warm up unevenly.
Combined systems are economical and efficient. The warm floor works due to the heated water coming from the radiator circuit. This allows you to expediently spend energy and live with maximum comfort.
The best boiler piping for heating a small house is the simplest. No need to install extra devices, because the simpler the design, the more reliable. However, for a spacious building with several heating circuits, it is worth choosing a scheme with forced movement of the coolant and a comb-collector.
7 recommendations from experienced craftsmen
For each heating system, the strapping scheme is selected individually, and the methods for its implementation can also vary greatly.
However, there are a few general recommendations that should be followed:
- The boiler is mounted in accordance with regulatory requirements below the level of radiators. If the model is floor mounted, then there should be a non-combustible material under it - metal, concrete or clay. If wall mounted, then access to it should be free. Ventilation and lighting are required.
- The gas boiler piping includes a coaxial chimney. When you connect it, you must take care of the tightness of the joints.
- After installing the boiler and chimney, they begin to install the safety group in the following order: pressure gauge, then a safety valve, and after it an automatic air vent.
- A 1.25-inch pipeline is brought to the collector, along which protective systems, a pump, a hydraulic gun, and another air vent are mounted.
- To supply the coolant to the radiators from the comb, 3 one-inch pipes are diverted, and the remaining pipes are closed with plugs. After that, radiators and return pipes are already installed and connected.
- If the system is combined (“2 in 1”), then the floor heating circuit is equipped with a separate pump.
- An expansion tank is placed between the hydraulic arrow and the boiler.
Sometimes it is necessary to install boiler automation devices. This is required if the boiler piping involves a complex heating control system. Then the temperature sensor is mounted on the street, and a thermostat is installed in the room.
The following article, which we strongly recommend that you read, will read the rules and guidelines for adjusting automation for a gas heating unit.
We offer several video tutorials that will help solve the problem of tying a gas boiler.
Video # 1. Tips of the master on tying the boiler with polypropylene (simple scheme):
Video # 2.Installation instructions for complex strapping of the boiler wall model:
Video # 3. Nuances of connecting a floor model:
It is advisable to choose a gas piping scheme that can be mounted without assistance. However, if in doubt, the advice of a professional does not hurt.
Pay particular attention to the choice of piping material, take care of installing a filter to clean the coolant. Smooth inner walls of pipes and clean water in them are the key to a long and stable operation of the heating system.
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