Buffer tank
| Product | InstalSystem 5 |
| Type of article | FUNCTION AND TOOL |
| Source for translation | 2022-11-15 |
Description
The article describes the usage of the Buffer tank - the element of Heating systems, Cooling systems and Water supply systems that is used in to accumulate heating energy and distribute it evenly. The introduction of a Buffer tank into a building's engineering installations allows significant savings in energy resources.
In the program, the Buffer tank is represented as a free-standing item. When using it, it is important to remember to include a pump in the secondary circuit.
Location in the program
The Buffer tank icon can be found in the 2D Editor window on the Main tools toolbar in Convectional and Rad.-floors,walls sections:
Example of use
Placing the component
Buffer tank should be placed at the desired location on the drawing, and then the following data should be entered in the Data table window:
- Type (Important: for the Fittings not from catalogue indicate the value of Water capacity (V))
- Orientation
- Distance from floor (set in storey data)
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Connecting the component
Connection to the Buffer tank is made by using Supply and Return pipelines. After all system components have been placed on the drawing the Buffer tank should be connected to the source on one side (primary circuit) and to the system on the other side (secondary circuit). A Pump needs to be installed on the secondary side.
Additional informations
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