Prado (radiator): reviews, specs, manufacturer, connection

The founder and manufacturer of radiators Prado is the Izhevsk Research Institute NITI "Progress", known in the USSR. At one time he was the flagship of thought in the field of technological equipment. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the institution began to look for new ways of development, and it was decided at the academic council to choose a course for heating systems. After that, in 2005, in the city where the institute is located, the Prado trading house appeared and radiators were launched under its logo, and literally in 2-3 years they appeared in stores all over Russia.

Thanks to the excellent work of dealers and competent management, the company once again became quite famous throughout the post-Soviet space, and its goods are available to a simple buyer in all major stores. In addition, having received the recognition of many experts, the company began to exhibit Prado (radiator) at various exhibitions of heating appliances. To date, they have already won many trophies, thereby proving the high level of quality of their products.

Manufacture of Prado radiators

Creating this type of battery is a heavy automated process. The following stages can be observed in production:

• The radiator Prado is created only in the factory conditions. NITI "Progress";
• For its production use only selected high-carbon steel, which should have a thickness of at least 1.3-1.4 mm;
• All the blanks are created according to the size of the future batteries, after which they are sent to a special machine for further stamping;
• Further blanks, stamped with the help of welding equipment, are connected in panels, which can be from 1 to 3 pieces; To increase the heat transfer, some types of batteries are joined by special ribs made of thin steel sheet;
• When the radiator is completely ready, it is painted white in a special electrically submerged way.

All about Prado radiators: technical characteristics of the most common types

For a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, the batteries can be equipped with side walls and a special grille to vent air. At this point, only six types of batteries were invented:

• Type No. 10 is a radiator with one panel and no extra ribs. Of the advantages can be called a low cost.
• Type No. 11 has one panel, but one additional edge is welded to it for efficiency. In addition, for a better aesthetics, the set includes side walls, as well as a grill to let out air.
• Type 20 - this Prado (radiator) has two panels, but no ribs. Also equipped with grille and side parts.
• Type No. 21, No. 22 are batteries with two panels and the same number of welded ribs. In the complete set all is similar to 20-th type.
• Type No. 33 is the most powerful of radiators. It consists of three panels and as many welded ribs.

Connection Features

Regardless of the type, Prado radiators can be connected in two ways:

• The classical version has four special connecting pipes and is adapted for lateral connection.
• The universal version is suitable for a two-pipe heating system and has a built-in temperature control valve. It is suitable for lower piping.

All radiators come complete with mounts and special brackets in order to mount them on the wall. Detailed instructions for installation are in the instructions and on the official website of the manufacturer of the product.

Product Parameters

Prado batteries are suitable for single-pipe and two-pipe heating systems. They are also well established not only for heating a public house, but also for private cottages. Although the quality of water is not particularly important for them, but if you do not adhere to the rules of operation, then corrosion forms over time in the battery.

The Prado (radiator) must be operated under the following conditions:

• Limiting temperature - up to 1200 ° C;
• Permissible operating pressure - up to 0,9 MPa;
• The battery breakdown occurs at a pressure of 2.25 MPa.

Prado radiators can be 30 cm and 50 cm high, and their length is from 40 cm to 3 m. As for the depth, it depends directly on the type of battery and can be 8 to 20 cm.

The advantages of Prado radiators

Their popularity is due to the quality and reliability of the batteries. In addition, they have such advantages:

• The Prado (radiator) weighs quite a bit, and therefore its delivery and installation is quick and without any problems. Comes with convenient and practical fasteners and brackets for installing the device, and anyone can consult with it by reading the instructions.
• This kind of heating device has a high heat output and quickly heats up.
• In addition, outwardly such a radiator looks aesthetically pleasing and can fit under many types of interiors, and due to the special white paint it will not lose its snow-white color for a long time.
• Due to the fact that production takes place in Russia, the price is quite affordable for ordinary people.
• One of the most important advantages is high pressure and temperature and pressure parameters, as well as the warranty issued by the manufacturer, which gives confidence in the continued operation of the device.

The disadvantages of Prado batteries

The disadvantages of such a radiator are few, but they need to know:

• It heats up quickly, but at the same time, when the heating is turned off, it almost instantly cools.
• When adjusting, there are difficulties with controlling the temperature. It takes a long time to set up and it's not always possible to set the correct degree.
• In some copies there are problems with the varnish coating.

Battery feedback

Despite the disadvantages, the majority of users were satisfied with the purchase and now choose only Prado radiators. Reviews about them are mostly positive, but there are also specific proposals regarding the operation and design of the battery.

Many say that radiators are of high quality, and therefore recommend them to all their friends. These batteries have a temperature regulator that many users like. Some do not cope first with its setting, but eventually adapt.

Like in any other product line, Prado sometimes comes across defective models. But if you get a radiator with a defect, you will undoubtedly change it in the store.