ᐅ Is it possible to save energy by using the right room thermostat?
Created on: 31 Jan 2013 11:25
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Basti85Hello,
However, it is true that room thermostats prevent excessive energy supply above the setpoint (energy-saving effect).
Here, one must distinguish between central room control (lead room) and decentralized electronic radiator thermostats (ERR) depending on the heating surfaces.
Usually, there is an external outdoor temperature (OT)-controlled control loop (heating curve). The “room control” or decentralized room thermostats compensate for the additionally not considered, especially solar and internal gains additionally. This is particularly important for rooms with large window areas or possibly a fireplace, especially in well to very well insulated buildings!
Often, heating is operated “ad libitum,” i.e. intermittent partial use. In these cases, ERR or room thermostats are indispensable, since a lead room control is practically overridden!
“Electronic” thermostat heads are offered for radiators. In my opinion, these are generally very effective as they react significantly faster than conventional radiator thermostats. However, the problem often lies in the “universal” valve adapters.
The pressure from an existing, often integrated, uncontrolled radiator pump frequently prevents a complete closure of the thermostat valve! Usually a design issue with the adapter, not the closing force!
In such cases, the effort (cost) can be avoided. ;-)
Best regards
Basti85 schrieb:Well, colorful advertising claims generally have nothing to do with individual cases. ;-) 0.01% is also up to x% ;-).
...there are always new products on the market claiming to save up to 20% energy.
However, it is true that room thermostats prevent excessive energy supply above the setpoint (energy-saving effect).
Here, one must distinguish between central room control (lead room) and decentralized electronic radiator thermostats (ERR) depending on the heating surfaces.
Usually, there is an external outdoor temperature (OT)-controlled control loop (heating curve). The “room control” or decentralized room thermostats compensate for the additionally not considered, especially solar and internal gains additionally. This is particularly important for rooms with large window areas or possibly a fireplace, especially in well to very well insulated buildings!
Often, heating is operated “ad libitum,” i.e. intermittent partial use. In these cases, ERR or room thermostats are indispensable, since a lead room control is practically overridden!
“Electronic” thermostat heads are offered for radiators. In my opinion, these are generally very effective as they react significantly faster than conventional radiator thermostats. However, the problem often lies in the “universal” valve adapters.
The pressure from an existing, often integrated, uncontrolled radiator pump frequently prevents a complete closure of the thermostat valve! Usually a design issue with the adapter, not the closing force!
In such cases, the effort (cost) can be avoided. ;-)
Best regards