Galan boiler (Galan): reviews, review, instructions and diagram (photo)

Features of Galan boilers

The main characteristics of Galan electrical equipment:

high quality level;
compact dimensions;
reliability.

Device

Elements of Galan heating equipment are:

working chamber;
electrodes;
sealing and insulation of electrodes;
power supply terminals.

Principle of operation

The principle of operation of the Galan heating system does not differ from the traditional one. The water heated in the generator passes through the main piping. Entering the radiator, it gives up its heat as much as possible, due to this, the air in the room heats up.

The case acts as the first electrode, which must be grounded, and the other electrode, connected to the phase, is inside the system and is isolated from the case.

Specially prepared water with certain resistivity parameters can be used as a coolant, but it is best to use a special liquid argus-galan. So the unit will last much longer.

Galan electric units can be used not only for heating the premises, but also for providing hot water supply. Many Galan models (Geyser, Ochag, Vulkan, TEN Series) are supplemented with external storage boilers, due to which the water is heated by the coolant from the main source.

Specifications

Galan equipment is constantly being modernized and improved as a result of changes in production technology. The electric boilers for space heating produced by the Galan enterprise correspond to their main purpose, have convenient dimensions for installation, are made of materials with high corrosion resistance, environmental friendliness and safety. The Galant boiler can be bought at a price that directly depends on the power and equipment of the product.

Technical characteristics of Galan electrode heating systems:

voltage - 220/380 v, 50 Hz;
the area of the heated room in the range from 20 to 250 m2;
power range of models from 2 to 25 kW;
range of current values for models - from 9.2 to 37 A;
recommended heat carrier - liquid "Argus-Galan";
water as a heat carrier - resistivity (3 kOhm / cm2 - 32 kOhm / cm2) at 150 degrees.

Benefits

Heating equipment Galan has a number of advantages over thermoelectric counterparts.

The main advantages of Galan boilers:

They do not require additional installation costs, except for the purchase of a heat source. The installation of the apparatus is much cheaper than the installation of equipment operating on liquid fuel raw materials. There is no need to build a chimney.
Do not need routine maintenance and cleaning.
Made from environmentally friendly and safe material.
They have a small weight and dimensions, as a result of which it is possible to save space, the unit does not require a separate room.
Easy to install, you can install it yourself;
Fireproof.
work from an electrical network of any voltage.
Wide power range. You can pick up a unit that can heat a room of about 20 square meters. m. or a whole house of 250 sq. m. When combining devices into a system, you can heat a room with a size of more than a thousand square meters.
Automated work process, devices are equipped with a control unit.
Insignificant level of noise during operation.
The presence of protective systems.
Efficiency.
Possibility of programming of operating modes.

disadvantages

The disadvantages of heating units include:

Impossibility to use for floor heating, pool heating, for greenhouses.
Installation of electrical equipment with a capacity of more than 10 kW requires approval from Energonadzor.
For normal operation, you will need an additional device for circulating water (pump), since in its absence, water may boil.
The high cost of consumed electricity, but it is, rather, a disadvantage of a different nature.
The need to monitor the condition of the electrodes, because they have a tendency to collapse under the influence of water.
The ability to work only on electricity.

About Galan

The organization began its activity at the beginning of 1994. On the basis of a defense enterprise, the first Galan heating boilers of the electrode type were developed. Compared to standard electrical models, the company has achieved significant energy savings with consistent heat output.

Having developed a competent marketing policy, we managed to establish a stable sales of products, which made it possible to work on expanding the range. Since the second half of the 90s, a heating system with a Galan boiler is found not only in private houses, but also in industrial and commercial premises.

Currently, there are several areas of the company's activities:

Electric boilers for heating the Galan house with an electrode block for heating water. The consumer can choose the best option from three series - Ochag, Geyser or Volcano;
Galan special liquid for heating, intended for electrode models;
Heating equipment with heating elements. Their advantages are that they can be installed for open systems;
Heating automation.

With the development of each of the above areas, it was possible to achieve high quality products and adapt them to the Russian features of operation.

In connection with the increasing incidence of counterfeiting, the manufacturer recommends purchasing boilers only from official representatives.

Model range and prices overview

The manufacturing company today produces four main models of heating systems with devices of different power levels. When choosing units "Galan" start from the volume of the building, and not from its area.

Geyser

Heating devices of the Galan Geyser model are presented on the sales market by units of two types:

"Geyser-9" with a power of 9 kW, a length of 360 mm and a weight of 5 kg.
Geyser-15 is a 15 kW device with a length of 410 mm and a weight of 5.3 kg.

The diameter of both devices is 130 mm. The power of the devices is sufficient to heat a large country house with a total area of up to 450 m3. The construction will require a coolant with a volume of 50-200 liters. Electricity consumption - from 2.5 to 4 kW / h. The price category of the Geyser-9 system is around 7,500 rubles, the Geyser-15 - from 7,600 rubles.

Prices for boilers Galan Geyser

Galan geyser

Hearth

Heating devices of the "Ochag" model are the lowest in power and size devices manufactured by the manufacturer Galan. Diameter 35 mm, weight - about a kilogram, height - depending on the type of model and design.

Types:

"Hearth 3" with a height of 275 mm;
"Outbreak 5" - about 320 mm;
"Outbreak 6" - 335 mm.

These "babies" have a capacity of 2 to 6 kilowatts and are able to heat a fairly large room with an area of about 200 square meters. m. The volume of the coolant for such a system will vary from 20 to 70 liters. The power consumption of the Galan "Ochag" device is from 0.5 to 1.5 kW / h.

Price category:

Ochag-2 - from 3900 rubles;
"Ochag-3" - from 3950 rubles;
Ochag-5 - from 4000 rubles;
Hearth-6 - from 4050 rubles.

It is recommended to operate the devices with a mechanical or automatic temperature control regulator.The cost of the Galan "Ochag" system with the possibility of temperature regulation (mechanical principle of regulation) - from 7800 rubles, with the electronic principle of regulation - from 10,000 rubles.

Prices for boilers Galan Ochag

Galan hearth

Volcano

It is advisable to use boilers of the presented line for heating large areas.

Characteristics of the "Volcano-25"

with a power of 25 kW;
length 460 mm;
weight 5.7 kg.

The diameter of the devices is 180 mm. This line is installed in large rooms - up to 1650 m3. The volume of the coolant is in the range of 150-300 liters, the power consumption is 6.6 kW / h.

Characteristics of "Volcano-50"

power 50 kW;
length 570 mm;
weight 11.5 kg.

The cost of the Vulcan-25 heating device varies from 7400 rubles. The price range of the Vulcan-50 electrode device is from 12,100 rubles.

Prices for boilers Galan Volcano

Galan Volcano

Heating element

In the construction of heating elements (heating boilers), the latest imported materials, certified according to European standards, are used. Made of AISI 316L stainless steel. The design of the heaters and blocks made it possible to reduce the size and weight by 2-3 times, and also made it possible to improve maintainability and simplify maintenance. This reduces inertia, improves performance, and improves efficiency.

Compared to serial predecessors, the latest boilers can operate without restrictions using single-phase (220 V) and three-phase (380 V) networks.

They have three power levels, which allows:

Load the supply networks evenly.
Receive energy savings of 20% or more.
The terminal box is equipped with power wires connected to the heater terminals and a connected ground wire, which greatly simplifies the connection of the device to the control equipment.

The boilers are equipped with automatics that allow the consumer to set the desired temperature of the radiators, the air temperature in the room, and also automatically change it around the clock at will, according to the need, turning the equipment on and off using the Comfort room thermostat. It is also possible to remotely control the boiler using the GSM module.

Watch the video demonstrating the equipment of the Galan line.

Additional control functions

Galan units are controlled using Navigator electronic units or MRT-15 electromechanical devices. They allow you to automatically monitor the correct operation of the device, as well as configure it.

Electronic blocks of the Navigator are selected depending on the type of device, its power and requirements for the type of control:

"Lux 6" is used with a single-phase connection, with a boiler capacity of up to 6 kW.
"Basic" is suitable for units up to 30 kW.
"Basic +" is used to organize two power levels or control two boilers.
"Basic CT" equipped with an additional current control unit - for electrode assemblies.
"Basic T" is suitable for heating elements with the ability to control three power levels.
"Universal" is used in any situation and allows you to organize the management of any models and their aggregates.
MRT-15 is used when the requirements for control accuracy and energy saving are minimal.

With the use of additional control modules, energy consumption is significantly reduced and it becomes most convenient to adjust the operation of the device. The "Comfort" air temperature regulator allows you to program the heating mode in the room by hours and even days of the week. The GSM module allows remote control of the boiler using SMS.

Instrument characteristics

The rated voltage of this device is 220 V. The current in the system is alternating. The nominal voltage frequency is at 50 Hz.Additionally, it should be noted the high threshold of the maximum current. For each phase with a frequency of 50 Hz, this indicator is 13.7 A. At the same time, the rated power consumption is 3 kW.

It should also be noted that this electric boiler "Galan" "Ochag" (electrode) has a large volume of coolant (from 20 to 50 liters). In this case, you can heat the room up to 120 cubic meters. m. You also need to know the cross-section of the conductive core of the connection cable. In this model it has a diameter of 4 mm. The outlet for connection to the heating system coupling is 32 mm. The total weight of this electrode boiler is 1 kg. At the same time, it is slightly more than 300 mm long and 90 mm wide. The protection class is the first. Additionally, moisture protection is provided. The total power consumption of this electrode boiler is at the level of 500 kW for one month of operation.

Installation and connection, nuances

Compact design, low weight of the unit create optimal conditions for easy installation.

What kind of coolant can you use?

Views:

Distilled water is the best option.
Boiled water with the addition of Galan inhibitor.
Special liquid "Argus-Galan", specially developed for use in heating systems "Galan".

Sensor placement rules

A prerequisite is compliance with the correct location of the sensors:

The inlet temperature sensor is installed on the outlet piping of the very last section of the radiator.
The sensor for measuring the outlet temperature parameter at the outlet is installed on the outlet pipe of the boiler.
Copper stranded wire is used to connect the sensors. Its cross section should be in the range from 0.5 to 1 mm2.
25 A circuit breaker for overload protection.
The button to turn off / turn on the thermal relay must be in the recessed position.

Model "Ochag-5"

This Galan electrode boiler receives positive reviews due to its high power. As a result, it is able to heat large houses and cottages. Convenient control can be distinguished from the features. At the same time, the control unit has many functions, and it can be configured in a variety of ways. Electricity consumption will directly depend on the selected temperature. Also noteworthy is the ability to set the temperature of the radiator. Moreover, this model has a high protection class. If a short circuit occurs in the network, the boiler will turn off instantly. The same will happen, for example, if the wires in the device overheat.

If there is a leakage of the coolant (liquid for electrode boilers "Galan"), the protection system will let you know about it, and you can immediately take some measures to prevent an accident. Not only drinking water, but also distilled water is used as a heat carrier. Some even use rainwater. Manufacturers, in turn, advise all buyers to purchase a special liquid "Galan Argus".

Connection diagrams

When connected to the power supply of Ochag-Turbo boilers, the protective cover is not removed. The power supply is connected to the wires removed from the casing. The electronic regulator "Navigator" can install electrical equipment in accordance with the diagrams.

Principled

Parallel

Characteristics of the Ochag-5 model

The rated power of the device is at 220 V. The current is alternating. The nominal voltage frequency is 50 Hz. The maximum permissible current of the device reaches 22.7 A. In this case, the power consumption of the electrode boiler is 5.5 kW. The volume of the coolant is in the range from 30 to 60 liters. All this makes it possible to successfully heat an area of more than 200 cubic meters. m. The diameter of the conductive wire is 4 mm. In this case, the outlet for the coupling is 32 mm. The weight of the installed electrode boiler is 1.05 kg.

The described boiler heating electrode "Galan" "Ochag 5" has a length of 310 mm and a width of 90 mm. The total power consumption is 830 kW per month. This is a fairly high indicator, however, much in this situation depends on the selected mode during operation.

DIY installation

Preparation

Algorithm of actions:

Carry out grounding.
Protect terminals and live parts against moisture and contact with the surfaces of the unit.
Install a circuit breaker - switch to cut off the current. A 25 A machine, for example.
Follow the connection diagram recommended in the data sheet.
Observe the connection rule: phase - zero - ground.
Check the tightness of the threaded and welded connections.
To minimize, it is better to prevent the possibility of water getting on the body of the ionic boiler.
Purchase an expansion tank.
Switch off the boiler when ice builds up in the heating system and carry out defrosting.
Ensure the cleanliness of the pipeline, exclude the penetration of metal chips and foreign substances into the device and system.

Installation

Sequence of work:

Connect a coarse filter.
After installation, thoroughly flush the system with Galan inhibitor.
Place the equipment in an upright position with the protective cap at the bottom.
Fix the equipment to one of the walls of the room. The connection to the heating system is not critical.
The unit must be connected to the mains by an electrician who has permission to work with electrical equipment up to 1 kW.
Carefully strip the ends of the wire from insulation.

Setting the temperature value

Procedure:

Set the outlet temperature of the heating medium within the range of 70-75 ºC.
Calculate the inlet temperature based on numerous factors: the volume of the heating system, the temperature of the surrounding atmospheric or air space inside the room, the state and indicator of the thermal insulation of the room, the volume of the space. On average, this temperature ranges from 40 to 45 ºC.

If the unit is connected correctly, the current parameter reading will be within 23 A. During operation, the equipment operates in the “automatic” mode. Read the stitched one in our article.

Non-specialized information

The principle of operation of electrode boilers differs from classic electric ones. Heating in them is carried out not by heating elements (heating elements), but by the method of flowing electric current through the coolant.

More precisely, the thermal energy appears as a result of the chaotic movement of ions from the anode to the cathode, i.e. coolant molecules split into positively and negatively charged particles. In fact, this is the same principle that home connoisseurs usually use to rapidly heat water, while two blades connected to electricity are lowered into the water.

be sent to emphasize that such a heating system is not new. Even during the Soviet period, it was used on nuclear submarines and ships. In 1992, the Russian, on the basis of the standards of armored vehicles and conversion developments, began to manufacture household flow-type electrode boilers.

In 1994, the first production model appeared on sale, the operation of which demonstrated the prospects of the chosen direction. Below we will take a closer look at the attractiveness of the Galan heating system.

Note! Galant company produces not only electrode heating boilers, but also simple heating elements. Moreover, the latter have proven themselves well as durable and high-quality devices.

Heating elements

Heating elements of this type of boilers are made of high quality stainless steel. There can be several or one of them. The kit also includes electronic or electromechanical control (optional). Models of units "Ochag", "Geyser", "Volcano" are suitable for operation with single-phase and three-phase networks.

The installation of the product is greatly simplified by connecting the terminal box to the supply wires and connecting the ground. The weight of the product, depending on the model, ranges from 3 to 10 kg. By analogy with electrode devices, this type of heat generator is suitable exclusively for closed heating systems.

Improved version

Manufacturers have divided a more advanced version of heating elements for large houses and industrial premises into two series: "Stealth" and "Galaxy". In both cases, the electrical heating device is in the form of a rectangular cabinet, which is suspended from the wall. The first (budget) version is limited only to the main elements (a tank with heating elements and an automatic control unit).

The luxury version ("Galax") is additionally equipped with a circulation pump, a coolant flow controller, a safety valve, a pressure gauge and an air vent. All this filling allows this unit to successfully compete with imported equipment.

Scope of application

Heating with Galan boilers of this type can be carried out in private and apartment buildings. The units are suitable for connection to the "warm floor" system. They work great where a multi-displacement heating circuit is involved, and also perfectly interact with the air heater.

They are also used to arrange heating of roofs and drainpipes, open areas and steps from which it is necessary to remove snow or ice.

And of course, such devices with a capacity of 3 - 30 kW will be indispensable in classic heating systems installed in rooms with a total area of 70 - 750 m².

Hearth-6. Characteristics

The power consumption of the device is approximately 1000 kW per month. Additionally, moisture protection is provided, which is classified as "IP-3". It should also be noted the high class of protection against electric shock. As mentioned earlier, this model is famous for its small dimensions. It is 300 mm long and 85 mm wide. Weight - 1 kg assembled. Also worth noting is a convenient connector for connecting the coupling to the heating system. The hole diameter is 32 mm. At the same time, the diameter of the connection wire is 6 mm, which is slightly larger than in previous models.

The volume of the coolant is set in the range from 35 to 70 liters. At the same time, it can heat a room over 250 cubic meters. m. It should also be noted the high level of power consumption. The nominal consumption is 6 kW, but much depends on the selected climate control.

The maximum boiler current at a frequency of 50 Hz is 27.3 A. This figure is based on only one phase. The total rated voltage frequency is 50 Hz. The current in the system is variable. In this case, the nominal voltage of the electrode boiler is 220 V. Connection of the electrode boiler "Galan" "Ochag-6" depends on its configuration.