Find out why getting an unvented cylinder installed in your home in Wakefield is quickly growing in popularity in the UK. Our heating engineers here at Warming Wakefield can install unvented cylinders in your home, based in Wakefield, Leeds, or Barnsley, so get in touch with our specialists who will be able to assist you.
How do unvented cylinders work?
Unvented cylinders are limited by the 'power' of the mains water supply that feeds them and in order to function properly require both adequate mains pressure and flow rate. Supply pressure should typically be in the region of 2 bar, preferable more, and capable of supplying the required flow rates. A Pressure Reducing Valve is required on all unvented cylinders to limit the pressure of the incoming mains water to a safe level at which the cylinder is approved to operate. The difference between pressure and flow is important to understand - a mains water pressure of 5 bar is no good if it is supplied through 100 metres of 15mm supply pipework. Mains supply pipe sizes and flow rates, as well as pressures, must be checked.
While unvented hot water cylinders aren't particularly prevalent in the UK, their popularity is unquestionably growing. This is due to the fact that this form of central heating system does not require a cold water tank and instead uses a hot water cylinder that is fed straight from the mains. After that, the cylinder is held under pressure by the incoming water supply before being heated by immersion heaters or a typical boiler unit. Unvented hot water cylinders, on the other hand, have a number of advantages, which we will explain to you in this blog post, so carry on reading to learn more!
Types of hot water cylinders
Indirect vs. Direct
Essentially, the difference between an indirect cylinder and a direct cylinder is how the water is heated internally within the cylinder. You have two options:
Indirect
The hot water is heated by an external power source, such as a gas boiler. These models usually have a backup immersion should the primary heating source fail.
Direct
The hot water is internally heated by immersion heaters within the cylinder.
Advantages of hot water cylinders
Save storage space in your home
Unvented hot water cylinders are a great way to heat your home and save storage space in your home by eliminating the need for a separate cold water tank and providing a viable alternative to traditional heating systems.
So, if you're thinking of developing or expanding your home in the future, installing a hot water cylinder is a great idea for your home.
Better water pressure for your showers
If you are struggling with low water pressure for your showers at home, and you are also reasonable to assume that unvented hot water cylinders can provide better and more consistent water pressure to your appliances in some cases. The rationale for this is simple: because unvented cylinders are supplied straight from the mains, there is less chance of pressure loss between the source and the end application. Of course, the strength of the mains in the first place influences this, so you should double-check before making a decision.
Contact us for an unvented cylinder installation today
If you are interested in getting an unvented cylinder installed in your home in Wakefield, Leeds, or Barnsley today, then you should get in touch with our heating specialists here at Warming Wakefield. We are here to provide you with advice, help and assistance with your heating needs, so give us a call on 07852615571 to speak to one of our team, and we would be more than happy to help.