Radiators are an inseparable element of the central heating system. We associate them primarily with heat exchangers, thanks to which we can heat a house or apartment and gain thermal comfort. But can radiators also be used for cooling? Of course, they can, and here, reversible radiators work perfectly. It is worth learning more about them.
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Which radiators can heat in winter and cool in summer?
Reversible radiators , which are characterized by very low thermal inertia, are becoming increasingly popular. This solution allows for obtaining different usage strategies. This means that one radiator gives 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 to cool it. It is important to know here that in order for a radiator to be used for low-temperature heating, it must have a large surface area of contact with air.
More and more users are opting for a heat pump, which is an ecological but also economical solution. It is thanks to it that you can save a lot. A heat pump can also act as an air conditioner, so it can be used to cool rooms, but on condition that you have the right radiators, i.e. simply reversible radiators. It must be admitted that such a solution is a really good alternative to classic fan coil units, which have a complicated structure, namely due to the aluminum fins there is a high resistance to air flow. For this reason, reversible radiators, which have 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, as well as radiation, but for the radiator to cool well, it must be equipped with a fan. It ensures air circulation.
What is a reversible radiator?
A reversible radiator is an extremely modern solution. Such radiators can even be described as two-pipe fan coils, 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 the help of such models, you can heat and cool. Cooling rooms is possible thanks to forced air circulation through the interior of the radiator. Such devices must be equipped with a fan, but it is worth knowing that in 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 power of the radiator;
- when we need to increase the heating dynamics;
- when we want to cool the room.
It is worth choosing a reversible radiator because:
- the demand for heating power in the case of underfloor heating can be reduced by up to 40%;
- can operate at low supply temperatures;
- such a model does not need to be oversized;
- is adapted to work with a modern heat pump
Cooling radiators from Regulus
Top 1: Copper-aluminum radiator DUBEL REVERS DS 3/R/60
The DUBEL REVERS DS 3/R/ 60 copper-aluminium radiator is worthy of attention. It can operate in three modes such as heating without a fan, heating with a fan, but also heating through radiation from the surface and convection. It is also distinguished by the fact that it heats up very quickly, but can also quickly cool the room. Its ergonomic form and simple, elegant aesthetics are also worthy of attention.
Top 2: Copper-aluminum radiator SOLLARIUS REVERS SD 6/R/ 80
A good choice when it comes to a reversible radiator is also the SOLLARIUS REVERS SD 6/R/ 80 copper-aluminium radiator . This is a model that works effectively in low-temperature installations, so both in the case of heat pumps and condensing boilers. It is worth choosing it when you plan to replace 
solid fuel boiler for heat pump. The radiator has a cut-out in the lower part of the lamella package, where you can quickly and easily attach a fan, thanks to which you can increase the power of the radiator, but you also gain greater heating and cooling dynamics. Low weight is another advantage of such radiators.
Top 3: Copper-aluminum radiator SOLLARIUS REVERS S 6/R/100
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 work very well. It has a ribbed front and a manual air vent. Also worth noting is the high working pressure, which is 1.5 MPa and a working temperature of up to 110 degrees Celsius. This model also works in three heating modes, but it 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 power of the radiator up to 40% of its nominal capacity.
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