Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 3: Test method and rating for cooling capacity

This European Standard applies to the testing of the dry cooling capacity with no condensation of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors which are factory assembled or kits, i.e.
-   fan assisted radiators and convectors, provided the cooler has a dedicated fan or fans,
-   radiators and convectors without dedicated fan(s),
-   trench convectors with and without fan(s), provided the cooler and the fan(s) are dedicated.

Gebläseunterstützte Heizkörper, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren - Teil 3: Prüfverfahren und Bewertung der Kühlleistung

Diese Europäische Norm gilt für die Prüfung der Kühlleistung von gebläseunterstützten Heizkörpern, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren ohne Kondensation, d. h. für:
-   gebläseunterstützte Heizkörper und Konvektoren, vorausgesetzt der Wärmeerzeuger besitzt ein oder mehrere fest eingebaute Gebläse;
-   Heizkörper und Konvektoren ohne ein oder mehrere fest eingebaute Gebläse;
-   Unterflurkonvektoren mit und ohne Gebläse, vorausgesetzt Wärmeerzeuger und Gebläse sind eindeutig einander zugeordnet.

Radiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux - Partie 3: Méthode d'essais et d'évaluation de la puissance thermique en mode rafraîchissement

La présente norme européenne s’applique aux essais de la puissance thermique en mode rafraîchissement sans condensation des radiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux, c’est à dire
-   radiateurs et convecteurs assistés par ventilateur, sous réserve que l’élément chauffant ait un ou des ventilateurs dédiés ;
-   radiateurs et convecteurs sans ventilateur(s) dédié(s) ;
-   convecteurs de caniveaux avec et sans ventilateur(s), sous réserve que l’élément chauffant et le(s) ventilateur(s) soi(en)t dédié(s).

Končni prenosniki toplote z ventilatorjem, konvektorji in talni konvektorji - 3. del: Preskusne metode in vrednotenje hladilne moči

Ta evropski standard se uporablja za preskušanje hladilne moči (brez kondenzacije) radiatorjev z ventilatorji, konvektorjev in talnih konvektorjev tj.
– radiatorjev z ventilatorji in konvektorjev, če ima grelnik namenski ventilator ali ventilatorje,
– radiatorjev in konvektorjev brez namenskih radiatorjev,
– talnih konvektorjev z ventilatorji ali brez njih, če so grelnik in ventilatorji namenski.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
16-Dec-2014
ICS
91.140.10 - Central heating systems
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
Ref Project
SIST EN 16430-3:2015 - Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 3: Test method and rating for cooling capacity

Overview

EN 16430-3:2014 (CEN) defines the test method and rating for dry cooling capacity of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors. It covers factory‑assembled units and kits - including units with dedicated fans, units without dedicated fans, and trench convectors (with or without fans) - when the cooler and fan(s) are dedicated. The standard specifies test‑booth arrangements, measurement procedures, characteristic curves and reporting rules used to determine cooling capacity with no condensation.

Key Topics and Requirements

  • Scope: Measurement of dry cooling capacity (no condensation) as a function of the under‑temperature (difference between reference air temp and mean water temp).
  • Reference conditions: Reference air temperature = 28 °C ± 0.5 K; standard dry cooling capacity is defined at an under‑temperature of 10 K. Typical under‑temperature test points include 8, 10 and 12 K.
  • Test booth: Uses EN 442‑2 test booth with specific deviations - insulated walls/floor/ceiling ensuring average heat flow < 0.40 W/m², surface emissivity ≥ 0.9, and controlled metal surface temperatures to keep surface-to-air differences < 1.0 K.
  • Load simulation: Booth heated by 10 electrically heated dry‑cooling load simulators, each continuously variable and ≤ 180 W, with measured active power (accuracy class 1.0 or better).
  • Measurement method: Cooling capacity determined in steady state from measured water mass flow and water temperature difference; procedures follow EN 442‑2 analogues. Measurement uncertainty for dry cooling capacity shall not exceed ±25 W.
  • Fan considerations: Distinguishes fixed‑speed and variable‑speed fans. Characteristic curves are produced (typically from three measuring points) and fan electrical input is measured at the mains; fan power should be included by planners when accounting for net cooling loads.
  • Master radiators: Primary and secondary master radiators are used for inter‑laboratory reproducibility and in‑lab repeatability (round‑robin tests).

Applications

  • Performance testing and rating of radiators, convectors and trench convectors for cooling mode (dry operation)
  • Product development and validation for HVAC manufacturers of fan assisted units
  • Type testing for product certification, technical datasheets and performance labeling
  • Comparative laboratory testing and inter‑laboratory proficiency exercises

Who uses this standard

  • HVAC product manufacturers and R&D teams
  • Accredited testing laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025)
  • Building services engineers, specifiers and consultants evaluating cooling performance
  • Certification bodies and regulatory authorities in Europe

Related Standards

  • EN 442‑2 - Radiators and convectors: test methods and rating
  • EN 16430‑2 - Fan assisted radiators & convectors: thermal output tests
  • EN ISO/IEC 17025 - Competence of testing laboratories

Keywords: EN 16430-3:2014, fan assisted radiators, convectors, trench convectors, dry cooling capacity, cooling capacity test, radiator cooling rating, HVAC testing, CEN standard.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 16430-3:2014 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 3: Test method and rating for cooling capacity". This standard covers: This European Standard applies to the testing of the dry cooling capacity with no condensation of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors which are factory assembled or kits, i.e. - fan assisted radiators and convectors, provided the cooler has a dedicated fan or fans, - radiators and convectors without dedicated fan(s), - trench convectors with and without fan(s), provided the cooler and the fan(s) are dedicated.

This European Standard applies to the testing of the dry cooling capacity with no condensation of fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors which are factory assembled or kits, i.e. - fan assisted radiators and convectors, provided the cooler has a dedicated fan or fans, - radiators and convectors without dedicated fan(s), - trench convectors with and without fan(s), provided the cooler and the fan(s) are dedicated.

EN 16430-3:2014 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 3: Prüfverfahren und Bewertung der KühlleistungRadiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux - Partie 3: Méthode d'essais et d'évaluation de la puissance thermique en mode rafraîchissementFan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 3: Test method and rating for cooling capacity91.140.10Sistemi centralnega ogrevanjaCentral heating systemsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16430-3:2014SIST EN 16430-3:2015en,fr,de01-marec-2015SIST EN 16430-3:2015SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16430-3
December 2014 ICS 91.140.10 English Version
Fan assisted radiators, convectors and trench convectors - Part 3: Test method and rating for cooling capacity
Radiateurs assistés par ventilateur, convecteurs et convecteurs de caniveaux - Partie 3: Méthode d'essais et d'évaluation de la puissance thermique en mode rafraîchissement
Gebläseunterstützte Radiatoren, Konvektoren und Unterflurkonvektoren - Teil 3: Prüfverfahren und Bewertung der Kühlleistung 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 Testing of dry cooling capacity .5 4.1 Short description .5 4.2 Test booth .5 4.3 Test methods .7 4.3.1 General .7 4.3.2 Fan assisted radiators / convectors .8 4.4 Master radiator for dry cooling capacity . 12 5 Carrying out the measurements . 13 5.1 Dimension and construction of the test samples . 13 5.2 Selection of the models to be tested for determining the dry cooling capacity of a type . 13 5.3 Installation of the sample in the test booth . 13 5.3.1 General . 13 5.3.2 Radiators and wall-mounted convectors . 14 5.3.3 Trench convectors . 14 5.4 Connection of the test sample to the measuring circuit . 14 5.5 Minimum dry cooling performance . 14 5.6 Mass flow rate . 14 5.7 Reference air temperature . 14 5.8 Steady state conditions . 14 5.9 Correction due to air pressure . 15 5.10 Results of measurements – characteristic equation . 15 6 Test Report . 15 6.1 General . 15 6.2 Data . 15
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The article discusses the European Standard EN 16430-3:2014, which focuses on the testing and rating of the cooling capacity of fan assisted radiators, convectors, and trench convectors. The standard applies to both factory assembled products and kits. It covers various types of cooling devices, including those with dedicated fans, those without fans, and trench convectors with or without fans. The standard aims to ensure accurate testing and rating of the cooling capacity of these devices.

この記事は、欧州規格EN 16430-3:2014についてのものであり、ファンアシストされたラジエーター、コンベクター、トレンチコンベクターの乾燥冷却能力を試験し評価する内容について語っています。この規格は、工場で組み立てられた製品やキットに適用されます。専用のファンがあるラジエーターやコンベクター、ファンのないラジエーターやコンベクター、専用のファンの有無にかかわらず、トレンチコンベクターにも適用されます。この規格は、これらの装置の冷却能力を正確に試験し評価することを目的としています。