We choose and install a steam generator for the hammam

The peculiarity of Turkish bath (i.e. everyone's favorite hammam) is that in contrast to the Finnish or Russian steam room it is steamed in a special way, thanks to which it is famous for its high level of humidity, quality light steam, which revitalizes the body and creates the most comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. Get the effect of the Turkish hammam our usual ways is rather difficult. Therefore, over time, in order to get the desired soft steam master began to install a steam generator that runs on electricity to the central gas mains.

Every year the electricity rates go up, and the pleasure of staying in the Turkish bath can not afford everyone. Lovers of "Turkish-style" steam baths most often use budget option for hammam - gas steam generator. The unit gives you the opportunity to get high quality steam with maximum savings of money and electricity. Sometimes prototype steam rooms equipped with steam generators are installed directly in the apartment.

The design of this generator is so versatile and simple that it can be used both for a real sauna, a separate specialized spa room, and for installation on the private grounds of a multi-storey house.

The gas-powered unit is completely identical in structure to the electric-powered models. It includes several parts:

1. The boiler that supplies the system with liquid;
2. The elements that heat the water to a certain degree;
3. Chambers responsible for the evaporation of water;
4. a device to control the system;
5. metal casing.

The principle of operation of the steam generator is elementary. The incoming water is heated to 100 - 110 ° C. After entering the evaporation chamber of the unit, the liquid is converted to a gaseous state, after which it fills the entire space with the necessary channels that conduct the steam from the unit to the room.

Special shut-off valves open to compensate for the lack of water in the system. With the help of a control unit it is possible to regulate the temperature, the level of "steaming", the humidity of the steam, to monitor the fill of the boiler.

The equipment is divided into several types, depending on the type of heating element.

• Induction steam guns. In addition to the effects of temperature and pressure, the liquid is also affected by a magnetic field and reactive energy, which contributes to an increased oscillation of the molecules and increases the coefficient of performance. As a result, the induction steam generator uses 2-3 times less electricity than similar instances.
• Electric. The system of such steam generators is equipped with tubular electric heaters.
• Electrode. Steam is created due to the fact that the current passes between the electrodes through the liquid. However, the electrodes themselves tend to dissolve over time, and they must be replaced. The frequency of replacement is influenced by the quality of the water and the intensity of operation of the unit.
• Diesel (fuel) electrodes. Water turns into steam due to combustion of fuel.
• Gas-powered. The generator works by connecting to a centralized gas supply.

There are two types of getting liquid into the device - autonomous and automated. The first option is suitable if the hammam is not connected to the water supply. It is necessary to fill the water with your own hands. The power of these generators is small, so they are most often used in small-sized rooms.

Steam generators, which work automatically, function only with connection to the water system. Also, special filters are installed, which make the water cleaner, ridding it of most harmful elements.

The modern market of steam generators is constantly renewed, the ranks of already reputable manufacturers are joined by new, progressive manufacturers, pleasing the consumer both in quality and price. There are several companies that have enjoyed success among buyers for a long time.

• Helo. Finnish company that produces all kinds of devices for saunas and baths, with more than 100 years of history (founded in 1919). Helo steam generators are represented in a wide selection of models and receive only positive feedback from buyers who install them in small hammams for private visits.

• Tylo. Swedish manufacturer of bath products, in particular high quality steam generators for baths, saunas and hammams for private and large-scale use. The steam generators have a high output of up to 10 kW. They are in great demand on the market and are highly recommended by many customers in this segment.

• Hygromatik. A company that has been producing household equipment for steam rooms and baths for many years. The company manufactures both stoves and small gas generators. The product is in demand among owners of small spas and hammams. The products are reliable, easy to use and serve their owners for a long time.

• EOS. A German company that specializes in the manufacture of products for saunas and steam rooms of high capacity for mass, large-scale use. Steam generators from this company are better suited for owners of large bathing complexes, where there is a constant influx of customers.

• Teplodar InSteam Energy. A Russian manufacturer that produces generators, which are best used in combination with a sauna heater, as a supplement to it. Also, the generator can be used as an independent device for heating small bathing rooms, where the volume does not exceed 4-6 kW. Most of the models operate on electricity, but the produced fine steam has a high quality and good, useful properties.

• Sawo. Steam generators, stoves and all the necessary accessories for the bath is provided by the company, which was included in the top 10 Finnish manufacturers. Sawo products compare favorably with other companies by combining ergonomic data and technical capabilities. Steam generators are manufactured both for home, personal and for mass, large-scale use. All products are offered at very competitive prices, and branches of the company are located throughout the CIS countries, which facilitates the selection and purchase of any bathing equipment.

• Effegibi. An Italian brand, intended for connoisseurs of a spectacular appearance and unprecedented reliability and practicality of the units. Stylish design and maximum ease of use of the equipment elevates the company to the first ranks of brands specializing in bath products.

Masters in the construction of Turkish hammams advise to take into account a number of details in order to choose the right steam generator for the bath:

• The size and volume of the bath room;
• the intensity of operation;
• temperature regime in the space;
• harmony and consistency of design of the steam generator with the overall style in the steam room.

The size of the sauna room is one of the most important criteria when choosing the right equipment. Because if the steam room turns out, for example, too big, and the generator is not too powerful, there will be no good steam. Or on the contrary, if the steam generator is too powerful and the space is too small, it can cause a "steam wallow". To correlate and calculate the size of the space with the strength of the device is a very important task.

In order to properly perform the installation of the device for generating steam in the sauna room, it is necessary to take into account the following several details:

• the power of the device;
• fuel availability;
• the size of the unit;
• the possibility of controlling the device remotely through the remote control;
• type of power supply unit;
• the permissibility of programming the cycles of the steam generator.

It is necessary to take into account the availability of fuel resources in the bath. For example, if there is no possibility to connect the generator to the central gas supply, it is better to get a device that will run on electricity. Of course, there is an option to use special cylinders with liquefied gas, but this method is very expensive and illogical, because it is quite difficult to fill and transport such cylinders. The most profitable and economical option is to buy a gas steam generator. The unit is easy to install, and its maintenance will not require much effort.

When buying a device, you should also make sure that the protection system is reliable. This type of generator should be protected against moisture and equipped with a system of power outage in case of unforeseen circumstances. If possible, it is better to choose devices that have access to an automatic fire system connection.

About the rules you need to know when choosing a steam generator, see below.