What is BS 16430-2 – Thermal output of fan assisted radiators and convectors about?
Fan assisted radiators and convectors and trench convectors are equipped with fans to increase the convective thermal output/ cooling capacity of the radiator, convector or trench convector
BS 16430 is a European Standard that discusses fan coil units, unit heaters and unit coolers. The main objective of the BS 16430-2 is to provide the best industry test methods to demonstrate the performance and thermal efficiency of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors
BS 16430-2 is the second part of the BS 16430 series, which applies to the thermal output testing of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors which are factory assembled or kits, i.e:
- Fan assisted radiators and convectors, provided the heater has a dedicated fan or fans
- Trench convectors with and without fan(s), provided the heater and the fan(s) are dedicated
- Ventilation radiators and convectors.
Who is BS 16430-2 - Thermal output of fan assisted radiators and convectors for?
BS 16430-2 on thermal output of fan assisted radiators and convectors is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors
- Manufacturers of components of central heating systems
- Quality control and testing personnel
- Mechanical engineers
- Product designers
- Local and national regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS 16430-2 - Thermal output of fan assisted radiators and convectors?
The rating tests described in BS 16430-2 are for radiators and convectors with fan(s) and trench convectors with and without a fan(s) and for ventilation radiators and trench convectors.
BS 16430-2 provides best industry test conditions and test methods of the systems.
The object of the tests is to determine the thermal efficiency of radiators and convectors with fan(s) and trench convectors with and without a fan(s) and for ventilation radiators and trench convectors.
Thus, if you are a manufacturer of fan assisted radiators and convectors by adopting BS 16430-2-compliant testing and rating methods, you can determine whether your products are fit for their intended use. As a result, you can identify and correct the source of thermal output inefficiencies, such that the operational and functional integrity remains uncompromised.