Air Separation and De-aerators - The Need to Knows
What is air separation?
Air separation is a must. The ideal fluid in a hydronic heating or cooling system is water without any impurities, air bubbles or dissolved gases such as oxygen and nitrogen. However, every hydronic system starts out with air in all of its components. A well-planned system will quickly enable this air to be gathered and removed from the system. It will also reduce the dissolved air gases in the water to levels where they are of no concern. The system should then maintain the water at a very low level of dissolved air content over its entire life. Any small amounts of air that may enter the system during component maintenance should be quickly captured and ejected.
What is a de-aerator?
De-aerators are designed for continuous venting of the air that forms in air conditioning system hydraulic circuits, down to the level of micro-bubbl
es (Gradual and continuous degassing). Take a look at Altecnic’s Discalslim and learn more about the benefits it can provide.
How should I mount the Discalslim?
The Discalslim can be installed both horizontally or vertically to provide flexibility within systems. It can be accompanied by an insulation shell for either installation process to minimise heat gain or loss.
What are the benefits of fully de-aerated water?
The circulation of fully de-aerated water enables equipment to operate under optimum conditions, free from any noise, corrosion, localised overheating or mechanical damage, important for reducing energy demands and ongoing running costs.
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