Why Balance a Heating System?

• Compared to a "short" circuit, circuits with longer piping have lower pressure, which is caused by heat loss
• Water naturally seeks the shortest escape route, i.e., a short circuit with minimal pressure loss
• The same applies to underfloor heating; most of the energy (hot water) will tend to flow through short circuits at the expense of longer circuits
• This means that rooms with long circuits will be too cold

What Are the Consequences of Hydraulic Imbalance?

• Large rooms will struggle to reach the desired temperature
• Large rooms will have a very slow temperature rise when conditions change
• Small rooms will have a high return temperature, which causes low efficiency of condensing gas boilers
• Increasing the medium temperature as a quick correction only leads to higher operating costs, especially for heat pumps

How Does Automatic Balancing Work for Underfloor Heating with Danfoss Icon?

When choosing smart heating from Danfoss Icon, you don't have to worry about balancing the heating system. Balancing for underfloor heating is done automatically thanks to the control regulator, and there is no need to set anything up.

• In large rooms with long underfloor heating loops, it prioritises this room by ensuring a long actuator opening time.
• In small rooms, it shortens the actuator opening time if a large room requires heat

What Are the Advantages of Automatic Heating System Balancing?

• Easy Installation - no setup required, everything works automatically
• Comfort - more accurate and stable room temperature
• Energy Savings - balanced system = lower supply temperature
• Cost Savings - less maintenance, fewer service interventions

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