Rating of water heated towel rails

Water heated towel rails are essential household items for millions of citizens. Compared to electrical products, they are cheaper, more convenient and more reliable - they can be used for decades. There are many options for their designs and designs, and there are decorative options.

Despite the apparent simplicity of their manufacture, the choice of a specific product is difficult, due to this variety and a number of nuances of the design plan. Consider the rating of various types of heated towel rails, design features and the rules for their selection.

Water heated towel rails (PS) for the bathroom are devices of a curved configuration made of pipes of different diameters, designed to dry clothes and form the desired microclimate in the room. Of the features of the products, we highlight:

• connectivity with a heating system or hot water supply system;
• low heating rate;
• slow cooling down when turned off;
• independence from power sources;
• ease of installation;
• inexpensive repair.

The model is included in the rating due to a number of advantages:

• the product follows all production cycles, starting from the moment the pipes are made;
• the use of the latest technological operations - electroplasma polishing and vacuum coating during painting;
• execution of laser engraving methods and holographic methods of brand protection.

The product is made in a W-shaped configuration, made of carbon steels (here the advantage is the seamless performance) or stainless steel. And they are bent by a hot / cold method. Technical specifications:

• warranty period 12 months;
• service life from 15 years;
• heating temperature + 110 ° С (can also be used in hot supply lines);
• working pressure threshold 8 atm;
• production of pressure testing under a pressure of 40 atm;
• design solutions - from plating with chrome-plated copper (vacuum mode), to gold and black chrome;
• connecting part 1 or ½ inch union nut;
• size range of stainless steel products from 32x40 to 60x80 cm;
• assortment of carbon steel - 50x50 cm, 50x60 cm and 60x60 cm;
• heat transfer level - 80-250 W (for stainless steel), 180-215 W (for carbon-containing steels).

Available with top or bottom shelves.

The Italian series includes several high quality and worthy products.

• 400 - with overall dimensions 60x60 cm, M-shaped configuration. A one-piece brass tube with a diameter of 25 mm is used in the manufacture. Fasteners - ½ "flare nut. Heat dissipation - 180 W.

• 400 / SP - the product is made with a sharper bend radius in order to make a square coil. Heat dissipation level 180 W.

• 402 - a product similar in configuration to model 400. Dimensions 50x60 cm, with a heat transfer level of 164 W.

• 405 - consists of 3 knees of different lengths - 40 cm, 50 cm and 60 cm.With a power level of 233 watts.

• 408 - an S-shaped product with dimensions of 60x60 cm and a heat transfer of 100 watts.

All of these products can be completed with special locking devices, the handles of which are decorated with crystal-like grains from "Swarovski".

Products from stainless steel pipes 32 mm. In the main assembly with dimensions 40x53 cm. Center-to-center parameters - 50 cm. Available in three sizes - 40x60 cm, 50x50 cm and 50x60 cm. For greater convenience, wire shelves are provided. Finishing is done in different ways - grinding without painting, execution in copper, gold, bronze, black and white shades.

The company is distinguished by its own overlap welding technology. The product has a thermal power of 33-34 W (depending on dimensions). In typical, small-sized apartments, such heat transfer is quite enough for a bathroom with an area of ​​1.2-1.3 m².

Let us dwell on the brief characterizing these products, made by leading brand manufacturers in the "ladder" style.

Main characteristics:

• working pressure parameters 18-12 atm;
• power level 155 W;
• dimensions - 60.8x45x8 cm.

The heated towel rail is made of stainless steel with external chrome plating. It is shaped like a ladder with 6 rungs, which allows you to dry several towels. The heat dissipation level is about 155 watts, which is enough for a small bathroom. Product weight - 3.7 kg. In order to eliminate the occurrence of an airlock, a Mayevsky crane is built into the structure. All heated towel rails undergo a final control test at a pressure of 17.8 bar before being released. The product is designed for operating temperatures up to 120 ° C.

A product with a design working pressure of 3-9 atm, a power of 300 W, dimensions of 103x53.5x11 cm. The stainless steel product has a glossy finish, made in the form of a ladder with 11 unequally spaced steps, grouped into 3 sections. The PS was produced from rectangular pipes with a wall thickness of 2 mm, which ensures long service life.

Large dimensions allow you to dry several towels at once. The Mayevsky crane is built into the upper part of the product. The highest temperature of the carrier is 110 ° C. The device with the bottom type of connection to the unions with thread G½.

The working pressure is 3-15 atm, with a power of 595 W. The product is popular for installation in an apartment, made of food grade stainless steel with mirrored chrome exterior surfaces. Made in the form of a ladder with 8 slightly protruding beams and an upper shelf for the location of dried linen. The heat dissipation is significant - up to 406 W, which fully provides a comfortable microclimate for medium-sized bathrooms. The weight of the product is 7.7 kg, and the dimensions are 83x56x26.5 cm. The brackets are adjustable, allowing you to select the desired distance to the wall during installation. Mayevsky's crane is closed under a decorative cap.

The model is adapted to an operating temperature of 105 ° C, a pressure of up to 15 atm, but was tested at the enterprise under a pressure of 77 atm. All corners are structurally equipped with an internal thread under a special cover, this allows the installation of corner fittings for different connection schemes. The required pipes must be ¾ ”in diameter.

Product with a working pressure of 10 atm, a power of 331 W. PS is made of stainless steel pipes with walls 2 mm thick, making up a ladder with a shelf at the top. The size of the structure is 73.6x47.5x29.2 cm. It is attached with telescopic holders. The product is chrome-plated. The heat transfer level is 331 W. Mayevsky's crane is built into the structure. The product is designed for long-term operation at a hot water pressure of 10 bar, but it will withstand 2.5 times more loads. The produced modifications are right- and left-handed. Center distance between fittings 50 cm.

Product with a working pressure of 3-15 atm, with a power of 193 W. Dimensions 93x53.2x23.9 cm. A ladder-like construction, welded from stainless steel pipes, with a shelf and 16 crossbars - it is convenient for drying a significant amount of laundry. All parts are chrome-plated. Weight - 8.4 kg. The device is designed for heating and hot water supply systems at a pressure of 15 bar and a maximum medium temperature of 115 ° C. The nominal heating area is 6.5 sq. m. The substation provides 4 fittings for connection.

Reliable rotary grades PS are perfect for small areas. The sections can be moved apart for the convenience of placing the items to be dried on them. Such pipe structures, connected to a hot water supply source, are equipped with special nodes at the junction with the coil itself, so the structure can be easily rotated through an angle of up to 180 degrees. The quality of such knots must be high and reliable. The models have a different number of sections and are relatively inexpensive. But expensive options are also produced with different additional functions.

Rotary substations also differ in the type of material of manufacture:

• copper;
• brass;
• made of stainless steel;
• aluminum.

Steel is most often used for production, and chrome-plated products are considered the most wear-resistant. It is important to remember that they also react poorly to various impurities in the water. They, settling on the inner surfaces of the pipes, are able to narrow the flow area.

Brass or copper products have excellent heat transfer parameters, have a high level of quality, but their service life is much shorter than that of other previously considered types. Let's note some of the best options in this class of PS.

• "Argo M 60". PS made from strong, specially treated stainless steel. The product is equipped with small shelves, and the necessary fasteners are supplied in the kit. Weight - 3.8 kg. Height - 54 cm.

• Mario Neptune. Product made of chrome-plated steel. The mechanism includes 7 ribs. The model can be equipped with a special electric heating element. Weight - 6 kg. Possible connection diagrams: bottom, side, diagonal.

• "30 Trapezium" 700x400 7P. Manufacturing material - stainless steel, with a beautiful chrome finish. PS power - 210 W. Height - 70 cm, its power is 210 W.

• "25 Snake" 500x350. Side-connected device. Manufactured with chrome plated surface, height 500 cm, connection size ¾ inch.

In the course of choosing a substation, a number of parameters should be kept under control:

• the heat transfer parameter should not be less than 100 W / sq. m;
• heat transfer area that the substation can heat;
• temperature range - the limiting temperature above which heating of the product is unacceptable;
• equipping with shut-off valves to remove excess air in pipes;
• parameter of throughput (level of adaptation to a specific heating system).

Working pressure parameters are extremely important when choosing a product. So, in multi-storey buildings, this parameter is within 7.5 atm (more often up to 3 atm), and in private buildings - 2-3. When purchasing, add 1-2 units as a "reserve" when exposed to probable water hammer. It is from this total number that you need to build on when choosing a specific product (the permissible ranges are indicated on the label).

The efficiency of heating the PS depends on the parameter of its heat transfer, as well as on the surface area of ​​its heating elements. In this sense, the most effective in terms of quality "ladders" due to their special shape. An important parameter is the highest heating temperature - for the highest quality PSs, it is usually at least 105 ° C. Connection diameters are relevant parameters, they must be taken into account when choosing a device.The standard size is ½ ", less often - 1", other indicators are common. If the product has a non-standard size, then purchase a special adapter.

More often firms produce PS from high quality stainless steel, it is inexpensive, relatively durable, not very heavy. Less commonly, they are made from other metals - copper, aluminum, brass, black steel. The latter are similar in their parameters to products made of stainless parts; they are treated with special agents to protect against corrosive processes. These are products of the budget range and serve for a relatively long time, being competently prepared. However, such preparation is rarely carried out, which means that both the durability and the degree of reliability of the products are at a low level. Usually PS made of steel is bought when there is a shortage of funds.

Copper, brass and aluminum products are usually grouped because they are similar in quality and occupy a middle position between stainless steel and standard steel. PS made from materials of this group are usually golden shades, and they look attractive. Their service life is 5-10 years. Corrosion processes do not threaten them, and the cost is comparable to stainless steel products. It is important to take into account that for Russian conditions, heated towel rails of domestic production (for higher pressure indicators), which are installed in multi-storey buildings, are more designed. In private houses, imported PSs are more often used.

Speaking about other nuances of choice, we note a number of technical aspects:

• connection parameters;
• center distances;
• connection methods;
• manufacturing firms;
• features of the placement of choke connections on risers;
• overall dimensions and interior design solutions;
• availability of functional additions.

With limited funds for repairs in the premises of secondary housing, the center-to-center sections between the outlet pipes of the riser are measured, as well as the parameters of the pipes. A PS with similar dimensions is bought, the old dryer is removed, and a new one is installed.

A larger number of sections at the PS contributes to better warming up of the room and more efficient drying of laundry. An increase in the number of sections also provides a large heating area. In case of small financial possibilities, we recommend buying a product with the number of sections corresponding to the number of people living in the apartment.

If we talk about the design of heated towel rails, then this is an individual matter. If earlier U- or M-shaped PSs were often mounted, now the "ladder" has become the most common form - it is convenient and looks elegant. These models are more likely to receive positive customer reviews. Models U- and M-shaped are used mainly in bathrooms, in limited areas. If there is a lot of space, then it is better to opt for the "ladder", "foxtrot", zigzag or asymmetric options. Such products look beautiful and become a designer accent in the bathroom interior.

The aesthetic aspects of PS should also be taken into account: dimensions, shape, color and materials of the product. We do not recommend purchasing PS made of black steel. They quickly corrode and are more susceptible to the influence of stray currents. Products made of stainless steel have a longer service life. The ideal option is copper - it is expensive but lasts a long time. PS with shelves allow you to dry more laundry, saving space - it is convenient and presentable.