Condensing boilers like the Prestige trap and recover heat from the
exhaust that would otherwise be lost up the chimney. While traditional
radiant heat boilers operate in the 80% efficiency range, the Prestige
line has an AFUE rating of 93%. The higher efficiency means lower fuel
consumption/cost. It also means a more efficient radiant floor heating
system and lower exhaust temperature. The Prestige boilers do not
require expensive stainless steel venting pipe in a chimney through the
roof. Instead they can be vented with ABS or PVC directly through a side
wall.
Depending on the model, the Triangle
Tube Prestige burner system modulates its burn rate to 30% or less of
the maximum input rating. So, a Prestige Solo 110 natural gas boiler
will range between 30MBH and 110MBH. By matching the burn rate to only
what is required to satisfy the heat load, fuel consumption is greatly
reduced versus traditional boilers that burn either on or off.
Triangle
Tube Prestige boilers also reduce fuel consumption via their outdoor
reset feature. While measuring temperature changes outside, the boiler
automatically adjusts the target water temperature coming out of the
boiler to maximize efficiency.
It’s
the heat exchanger!
Most of the other
condensing boilers on the market use the same heat exchanger design. The
Prestige heat exchanger is unique.
No O-ring to wear out/fail
Higher
water content:
reduced hotspots/over heating risk
lowers
sensitivity to water flow variation
easier temperature
control
Vertical alignment and baffle system is self cleaning:
Reduces
sludge build-up, lowers maintenance
Maintains efficiency over
time
Low pressure drop means less head pressure, smaller pump
requirements and/or more flow
One of the most reliable
radiant heat boilers for efficient radiant floor heating
This
superior design provides you with a heat source that you can install
with confidence that it will run at peak efficiency for many years with
minimal maintenance.
Not a Boiler-in-a-Box
All
boilers require a plumbing “trim kit” to insure proper flow to and from
the boiler.
Triangle Tube’s warranty requires
that an “experienced and qualified heating mechanic” complete the
installation. Prior to purchase you should identify someone who can make
the gas hookups, fire off the boiler, perform combustion analysis and
make necessary adjustments.
