Heat pump fan coil unit (radiator)
Convectors – for optimal heat distribution
ProduktreiheAt first glance, heat pump convectors or fan convectors resemble radiators, but they can do much more than a conventional radiator. In combination with heat pumps, they are particularly well suited for achieving the desired room temperatures even at low system temperatures. In heating mode, this supports heat pump operation at lower system temperatures.
Our whisper-quiet i-LIFE2-SLIM Eco convectors replace existing, conventional radiators in places where surface heating/underfloor heating is hardly feasible. Together with Ecodan heat pump systems with inverter technology, they supply your home with heat and, in summer, can also be used for cooling if the appropriate model is selected. The energy extracted from the ambient air or the ground by the heat pump is raised to a level suitable for heating and transferred to the convectors.
A heat pump convector works in a similar way to a radiator, as both are fed by heating water that is used to heat a room. A radiator requires higher flow temperatures and emits a large proportion of the energy into the room as radiant heat. With a heat pump convector, the flow temperatures can be significantly reduced – while still achieving high heat output. A quiet tangential fan ensures that sufficient convection heat is brought into the room despite low flow temperatures. This means that the desired room temperature is reached quickly. Lower system temperatures support heat pump operation.
- Heating and cooling
- Ideal heat distribution
- Quiet operation
- For new construction and renovation
- Sleek, attractive design
- Alternative to radiators and underfloor heating
Heat distribution as a decisive advantage
heat distributionRadiant and convection heat in one device
The required flow temperatures play a decisive role in the choice of heat distribution system. With the i-Life system, these can be significantly reduced, as these "radiators" reliably supply the rooms with radiant and convection heat. The convection heat is indirectly transported into the room via a fan coil unit. This means that it is perceived as less intense, but is distributed more evenly throughout the room. At the same time, micro fans attached to the heat exchanger inside the convection unit heat the front panel made of galvanized and powder-coated sheet steel. Similar to a radiator, the heat is then perceived as intense radiant heat.
The i-LIFE2-SLIM Eco convector combines radiant and convection heat in one device.
Good combination
synergiesEcodan heat pump system
When the Ecodan heat pump system is supplemented with i-LIFE2-SLIM Eco convectors, users benefit from low flow temperatures even without surface heating. Visually reminiscent of a simple, conventional radiator, there are also similarities in terms of functionality. Both variants use heating water to transfer heat into the room. What distinguishes them from each other is that the i-LIFE2-SLIM Eco convector uses a heat exchanger and integrated fans for heat transfer. This is what enables an accelerated convection process at low flow temperatures.
Those who use a heat pump at low flow temperatures also want the heat distribution side to support those temperatures. However, it is not possible to install a surface heating system that operates at low flow temperatures everywhere. Since they are advantageous when using a heat pump, heat distribution via fan coil units is the solution. Here, too, it is possible to keep the flow temperatures low and thus reduce operating costs.
For new and old buildings – heating and cooling
possible applicationsOne solution for all situations
Whether in new buildings or old buildings undergoing renovation, the i-LIFE2-SLIM Eco convector has a wide range of applications. After all, it is more than just a solution for heat distribution. In conjunction with a reversible heat pump system and appropriately diffusion-tight insulated pipes, it can also be used for room cooling when required. In new buildings, fan coil units are often used to supplement underfloor heating systems. However, it is also possible to map the entire heat distribution via fan coil units. This application is particularly suitable for existing buildings. Here, some radiators need to be replaced in the course of heating system renovation and hydraulic balancing. Fan coil units support low flow temperatures and can help reduce operating costs.
What's new: The fan coil units can be ordered with two different connection options—left-side or right-side connection.
Understated design
design– with flexible installation
i-LIFE2 Slim Eco convectors use a brushless DC motor with inverter control and are designed for quiet operation as well as heating and cooling performance. With five sizes and left- or right-hand connections, the fan convector series offers the right performance for every room. Regardless of the size, the Eco convector always has a discreetly low depth of just 131 mm. The low height of only 579 mm allows for easy installation in most cases, even under sloping ceilings, for example. High-quality plastic and galvanized sheet steel with an epoxy powder coating make the convector resistant to mechanical damage. The design of the units impresses with its discreet lines and the high-quality touch control surface of the controller.
i-LIFE2 Slim Eco convectors
iLIFE2 Slim
A fan coil unit with many advantages
Housing: Elegant , slim design with robust workmanship
Air fins: Opening of the fins according to operating mode and output
Heat exchanger: Fast heat transfer from the heating water to the ambient air
Controller: Intelligent control for fast response times in heating or cooling mode
Fan: Inverter-controlled, quiet convection comfort