Low voltage, radiant heat systems contain three main components:
Heating Element -
The floor heating element is a thin, flexible and durable polymer heating element that is
self regulating. When the ambient
temperature rises, the electrical resistance in the heating element increases and the consumption
of electricity decreases. So, as the material gets warmer, less electricity
passes through the heating element, making this system one of the most
energy-efficient systems on the market. The self regulating
attribute ensures that the element will not overheat.
The floor heating system is ideal for renovation and new
construction, and can be used under almost any flooring, including tile,
stone, hardwood, laminate, resilient and carpet, etc. No additional floor
buildup is required when heating floors with the
FloorHeat radiant
heated floor system. FloorHeat is a safe low-voltage radiant heating product
for practically any application.Power Unit - The power unit contains the brains of the system, along with the step down transformer, which converts the line voltage (220
volts)
to the low voltage (60 volts or less). The advanced circuitry in the
power unit regulates the system, assuring safe, accurate, and optimal performance.
FloorHeat operates on low-voltage and does not require a ground fault
switch. It is normally connected to a 24 volt transformer, but can also be
run by solar or wind-power sources. The system is maintenance free, easily
zoned and energy efficient.
Activation Device - Our 100
percent automated floor heating thermostats save energy and allow you to
have the radiant floor heating system turn on when desired. Thermostats are available that
feature a sensor in the floor to measure floor temperature or a sensor that
senses the temperature of the room (air).
The MicroReg electronic power controller features a relay output for infinitely variable
setting of requested heating output, up to 10A.
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An activation device or thermostat allows you to select the
perfect temperature for the air or floor. Rooms or "zones"
can be controlled individually by separate thermostats.