Radiators are an integral part of the central heating system. We associate them primarily with heat exchangers, thanks to which you can heat your house or apartment and gain thermal comfort. But can radiators also be used for cooling? Of course it is, and here reversible radiators work perfectly. It's worth learning more about them.
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What radiators can heat in winter and cool in summer?
Reversible radiators , which are characterized by very low thermal inertia, are becoming more and more popular. This solution allows for various use strategies. This means that one radiator gives you many options, because it not only heats, but also cools. Thanks to this, each reversible radiator can be used to effectively heat even a large surface, but also cool it. You need to know here that in order for a radiator to be used for low-temperature heating, it must have a large surface area in contact with air.
More and more users are choosing a heat pump, which is an ecological but also economical solution. Thanks to this, you can save a lot. A heat pump can also function as an air conditioner, so it can be used to cool rooms, but only if it has appropriate radiators, i.e. reversible radiators. It must be admitted that this solution is a really good alternative to classic fan coil units, which have a complicated structure, namely due to aluminum fins, there is high air flow resistance. For this reason, reversible radiators with low thermal inertia are a good choice. It is worth paying attention to the construction of such devices, namely they have a large copper-aluminum exchanger. As you can guess, the heating process takes place by convection and radiation, but in order for the radiator to cool well, it must be equipped with a fan. It ensures air circulation.
What is a reversible radiator?
The reversible radiator is an extremely modern solution. Such radiators can even be called two-pipe fan coil units, but they are not equipped with individual controllers and do not have a condenser. A reversible radiator is a device that fits into modern technology. With this type of models you can heat and cool. Cooling of rooms is possible thanks to forced air circulation through the inside of the radiator. This type of devices must be equipped with a fan, but you should know that during transitional periods, fan support is not necessary.
The fan should be connected to the base radiator in three situations:
- when we want to increase the heater's power;
- when we need to increase the heating dynamics;
- when we want to cool the room.
It is worth choosing a reversible radiator because:
- you can reduce the demand for heating power by up to 40% in the case of underfloor heating;
- can work at low supply temperature;
- such a model does not need to be oversized;
- is adapted to work with a modern heat pump
Radiators for cooling from the Regulus offer
Top 1: Copper-aluminum radiator DUBEL REVERS DS 3/R/ 60
The DUBEL REVERS DS 3/R/ 60 copper-aluminum radiator is worth attention. It can operate in three modes, such as heating without a fan, heating with a fan, but also heating by radiation from the surface and convection. It is also distinguished by the fact that it heats up very quickly, but can also cool the room quickly. Its ergonomic form and simple, elegant aesthetics are also noteworthy.
Top 2: SOLLARIUS REVERS SD 6/R/ 80 copper-aluminum radiator
A good choice when it comes to a reversible radiator is also the SOLLARIUS REVERS SD 6/R/ 80 copper-aluminum radiator . This is a model that works effectively in low-temperature installations, both in the case of heat pumps and condensing boilers. It is worth choosing it when planning a replacement 
solid fuel boiler with heat pump. The radiator has a cutout at the bottom of the fin pack, where a fan can be quickly and easily attached, which allows you to increase the radiator's power and also provide greater heating and cooling dynamics. Low weight is another advantage of such radiators.
Top 3: SOLLARIUS REVERS S 6/R/100 copper-aluminum radiator
For people who value multifunctional radiators for heating and cooling, but also pay attention to the aesthetics of these elements , the SOLLARIUS REVERS S 6/R/100 copper-aluminum radiator will be a good choice. It has a ribbed front and a manual air vent. Also noteworthy is the high working pressure of 1.5 MPa and the working temperature of up to 110 degrees Celsius. This model also operates in three heating modes, but can also cool the room and act as an air conditioner, in which case a heat pump is required. By purchasing a fan, you can increase the radiator's power up to 40% of its nominal efficiency.
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