EN 16430-2:2014
(Main)Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 2: Test method and rating for thermal output
Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 2: Test method and rating for thermal output
This European Standard applies to the thermal output testing of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors, 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.
Gebläseunterstützte Heizkörper, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren - Teil 2: Prüfverfahren und Bewertung der Wärmeleistung
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für die Prüfung der Wärmeleistung von gebläseunterstützten Heizkörpern, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren, d. h. für:
- gebläseunterstützte Heizkörper und Konvektoren, vorausgesetzt der Wärmeerzeuger besitzt ein oder mehrere fest eingebaute Gebläse;
- Unterflurkonvektoren mit und ohne Gebläse, vorausgesetzt das/die Gebläse fest eingebaut sind;
- Lüftungsheizkörper und -konvektoren.
Radiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux - Partie 2: Méthode d'essais et d'évaluation de la puissance thermique
La présente norme européenne s’applique aux essais de puissance thermique des radiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux, c’est-à-dire
- radiateurs assistés par ventilateur et convecteurs, sous réserve que l’élément chauffant ait un ou des ventilateurs dédiés ;
- convecteurs de caniveaux avec et sans ventilateur(s), sous réserve que l’élément chauffant et le(s) ventilateur(s) soi(en)t dédié(s) ;
- radiateurs et convecteurs à ventilation.
Končni prenosniki toplote z ventilatorjem, konvektorji in talni konvektorji - 2. del: Preskusne metode in vrednotenje toplotnega oddajanja
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za preskušanje toplotnega oddajanja končnih prenosnikov toplote z ventilatorjem, konvektorjev in talnih konvektorjev tj.
– radiatorjev z ventilatorji in konvektorjev, če ima grelnik namenski ventilator ali ventilatorje,
– talnih konvektorjev z ventilatorji ali brez njih, če so grelniki in ventilatorji namenski,
– prezračevalnih radiatorjev in konvektorjev.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Dec-2014
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 130 - Space heating appliances without integral heat sources
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 130/WG 10 - Fan Convectors
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2025
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2025
Overview
EN 16430-2:2014 (CEN) specifies the test method and rating for thermal output of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors. It applies to factory-assembled units and kits that include dedicated fans, trench convectors with or without dedicated fans, and ventilation radiators/convectors. The document defines test-room setup, test procedures, sampling rules and how to derive standardized thermal output values for design and comparison.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope and definitions: covers fan assisted radiators/convectors, trench convectors (installed in floor trenches) and ventilation radiators; refers to EN 442-2 for many terms and procedures.
- Test-room preparation:
- Trench convector tests require a cooled back surface at 16 °C ± 0.5 K (high emissivity) placed behind the unit.
- Standard installation clearances: 0.05 m from back wall for radiators/convectors; 0.11 m from floor for wall-mounted units (unless manufacturer states otherwise).
- Thermal insulation and trench covering details are required for trench installations.
- Sample sizes and lengths:
- Radiators/convector sample length typically 1 m (finned length); trench convectors without fans typically 2 m (or next greater available length).
- For modular designs test smallest and largest sizes so ratio does not exceed 1:2.
- Thermal output determination:
- Characteristic formula: Q = K · (ΔT)^n, where Q is thermal output, K the model constant, ΔT the mean temperature difference and n the exponent.
- Minimum of three test points at constant water flow with ΔT = 60 ±2.5 K, 50 ±2.5 K, 30 ±2.5 K. Standard rated output is at ΔT = 50 K (low output at ΔT = 30 K).
- Standard inlet/outlet water temps: 75 °C / 65 °C; reference air temperature 20 °C.
- If mass flow affects output, tests also at 50% and 200% of standard mass flow.
- Fan-specific rules:
- Distinguishes basic units (repeated sections with fan(s)) and extension units (without fan). Total performance is sum of basic-unit outputs plus extension unit output with fan speed = 0 where applicable.
- Output range: Rated thermal output testing applies from 200 W to 3 500 W at standard conditions.
Applications and users
- Useful for HVAC manufacturers, test laboratories, product certifiers and building services engineers who need standardized, comparable ratings of convector/radiator performance.
- Supports product design verification, performance declarations, energy calculations, specification and procurement for residential, commercial and façade-integrated heating (trench) systems.
Related standards
- EN 16430-1 (technical specifications)
- EN 16430-3 (cooling capacity)
- EN 442-2 (radiators and convectors - test methods and rating)
- EN 636 (plywood) and EN ISO/IEC 17025 (laboratory competence)
Keywords: EN 16430-2, fan assisted radiators, convectors, trench convectors, thermal output, test method, CEN, EN 442-2, ventilation radiators.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 16430-2:2014 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 2: Test method and rating for thermal output". This standard covers: This European Standard applies to the thermal output testing of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors, 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.
This European Standard applies to the thermal output testing of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors, 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.
EN 16430-2:2014 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.140.10 - Central heating systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Gebläseunterstützte Heizkörper, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren - Teil 2: Prüfverfahren und Bewertung der WärmeleistungRadiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux - Partie 2: Méthode d'essais et d'évaluation de la puissance thermiqueFan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 2: Test method and rating for thermal output91.140.10Sistemi centralnega ogrevanjaCentral heating systemsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16430-2:2014SIST EN 16430-2:2015en,fr,de01-marec-2015SIST EN 16430-2:2015SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16430-2
December 2014 ICS 91.140.10 English Version
Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 2: Test method and rating for thermal output
Radiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux - Partie 2: Méthode d'essais et d'évaluation de la puissance thermique
Gebläseunterstützte Heizkörper, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren - Teil 2: Prüfverfahren und Bewertung der Wärmeleistung This European Standard was approved by CEN on 9 November 2014.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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Foreword .3 1 Scope .4 2 Normative references .4 3 Terms and definitions .4 4 Radiators and convectors with fan(s) and trench convectors with and without fan(s) .5 4.1 Preparation of the closed test room .5 4.1.1 Trench convectors .5 4.1.2 Fan assisted radiators and wall mounted convectors .6 4.2 Test procedure .7 4.2.1 Scope of testing .7 4.2.2 Determination of the thermal output.7 4.3 Test report . 12 5 Ventilation radiators and trench convectors . 13 5.1 Design . 13 5.1.1 Wall mounted radiators . 13 5.1.2 Trench convectors . 13 5.2 Thermal output testing for ventilation radiators and trench convectors. 14 5.3 Test facilities . 15 5.3.1 General . 15 5.3.2 Ventilation facility . 17 5.4 Test method . 18 5.5 Test . 18 5.5.1 General . 18 5.5.2 Test structure . 18 5.5.3 Selection of heating appliances to be tested . 18 5.5.4 Standard reference point and standard water flow rate . 18 5.5.5 Test temperatures and test scope . 19 5.5.6 Steady state conditions . 19 5.5.7 Correction due to the air pressure . 20 5.5.8 Test results – characteristic curves field . 20 5.5.9 Standard thermal output . 21 5.6 Test report . 23 5.6.1 General . 23 5.6.2 Data . 23
Key a cooling surface, temperature 16 °C ± 0,5 K 1 reference air temperature tr Figure 1 — Positioning of the cooling surface in the test room The trench convector with its associated trench and the intended covering is installed in the booth floor in front of this cooling surface, flush with the finished floor level, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Unless other dimensions have been given by the manufacturer, the distance between the trench and the cooled back wall shall be 0,05 m (see Figure 2). For the purposes of the test, the trench in itself is covered with a thermal insulation shown in Figure 2 which has a thermal resistance of at least R =1,0 m2K/W. If the floor of the test booth is cooled then the floor has to have a thermal resistance of at least R =2,5 m2K/W. If the floor of the test booth is not cooled then there is no requirement for such a thermal resistance. SIST EN 16430-2:2015
Key h height c depth
Figure 2a — Positioning of the trench convector, cooled floor Key h height c depth a without requirement Figure 2b — Positioning of the trench convector, without requirement If it is possible to allocate the models to a certain type with a characteristic size (e. g. height of the convector and/or height of the casing) whose changes point to the fact that a continuous dependence of the thermal output can be expected, the smallest and the largest sizes each and so many intermediate sizes shall be tested that a ratio of 1:2 is not exceeded. In the case of trench convectors without fan(s) the convector length to be tested (finned length) should be 2 m; if that length is not available, the next available length > 2 m shall be tested. The length of the sample under test shall be adapted if the requirements for either the minimum or maximum thermal output according to 4.2.1 are not fulfilled. In the case of finned tube convectors, a finned length of 1 m is assumed as the module. In the case of trench convectors with fan(s) the convector length to be tested (finned length) should be at least 1 m, if that length is not available, the next available length > 1 m shall be tested. The length of the sample under test shall be adapted if the requirements for either the minimum or maximum thermal output according to 4.2.1 are not fulfilled. The convector as such is installed in the trench, applying the manufacturer's fixing material, spacers, covering, etc. and following the manufacturer's instructions. The testing application shall be accompanied by drawings showing the dimensions of the trench and the convector as well as the convector's positioning in the trench and the design of the covering. 4.1.2 Fan assisted radiators and wall mounted convectors Radiators and wall mounted convectors shall be installed according to EN 442-2. Unless other dimensions have been given by the manufacturer, the distance between the radiator / convector and the back wall of the test room shall be 0,05 m, the distance between the radiator / convector and the floor of the test room shall be 0,11 m. If it is possible to allocate the models to a certain type with a characteristic size (e. g. height) whose changes point to the fact that a continuous dependence of the thermal output can be expected, the smallest and the largest sizes each and so many intermediate sizes shall be tested that a ratio of 1:2 is not exceeded. In the case of radiators / convectors the length of the sample to be tested (in case of convectors: finned length) should be 1 m, if that length is not available, the next available length > 1 m shall be tested. The length SIST EN 16430-2:2015
(1) Where: - is the thermal output Km
is the constant of the model ûT is the excess temperature n is the exponent shall be determined on the basis of at least three measuring points, at a constant water flow rate and excess temperatures of ûT = (60 ± 2,5) K; ûT = (50 ± 2,5) K; ûT = (30 ± 2,5) K. The standard rated thermal output results at
ûT = 50 K. Inlet water temperature t1:
75 °C; Outlet water temperature t2:
65 °C; Reference air temperature tr: 20 °C. The standard low thermal output results at
ûT = 30 K. SIST EN 16430-2:2015
Key 1 trench convector - trench 2 convector / radiator 3 basic unit 4 fan Figure 3 — Example for two basic units, symmetrical fan positioning SIST EN 16430-2:2015
Key 1 trench convector - trench 2 convector / radiator 3 basic unit 4 fan Figure 4 — Example for two basic units, asymmetrical fan positioning
Figure 5 — Example for two basic units with two fans each, symmetrical fan positioning
Key 1 trench convector - trench 2 convector / radiator 3 basic unit 4 fan 5 extension unit Figure 6 — Example for two basic units, one extension uni
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The article explains that the European Standard EN 16430-2:2014 applies to the testing and rating of the thermal output of fan assisted radiators, convectors, and trench convectors. This includes: fan assisted radiators and convectors with dedicated fans, trench convectors with and without dedicated fans, and ventilation radiators and convectors.
제목: EN 16430-2:2014 - 선팬 assisted radiator, convector 및 trench convector - Part 2: 열 출력에 대한 테스트 방법 및 등급화 내용: 이 유럽 표준은 선팬 assisted radiator, convector 및 trench convector의 열 출력 테스트에 적용됩니다. 즉, - 히터에 전용 팬이나 팬이 있는 선팬 assisted radiator 및 convector, - 히터와 팬이 전용 인 trench convector 및 팬이 있는 trench convector, - 환기 radiator 및 convector.
記事タイトル:EN 16430-2:2014 - ファンアシストラジエータ、コンベクタ、トレンチコンベクタ - 第2部:熱出力のテスト方法と評価 記事内容:この欧州規格は、ファンアシストラジエータ、コンベクタ、トレンチコンベクタの熱出力試験と評価に適用されます。具体的には、独自のファンを備えたファンアシストラジエータおよびコンベクタ、独自のファンを備えたトレンチコンベクタ、および換気ラジエータおよびコンベクタを対象とします。










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