Weather-compensated automation (definition)

Weather-dependent automation (weather controller) is an automatic heating control system that regulates the operation boiler depending on the outside air temperature. The main goal of weather-dependent automation (weather regulator) is to maintain the optimal temperature in the room with minimal fuel consumption and increased energy efficiency.

The main components of weather-compensated automation include:

1. Outdoor temperature sensor — installed outdoors and measures the current outside air temperature.
2. Controller (weather controller) — processes data from the external sensor and regulates the operation of the boiler depending on the outside air temperature and the specified parameters.
3. Internal temperature sensors — installed indoors for more precise microclimate control.
4. Thermostats and programmable devices — allow you to set the desired temperature and operating modes of the heating system.

The operating principle of weather-compensated automation is as follows:

• Adjusting the coolant temperature — depending on the outside temperature, the automation changes the temperature of the water circulating in the heating system. For example, when the outside temperature decreases, the controller increases the coolant temperature, and vice versa.
• Boiler operation optimization — the system automatically regulates the frequency of turning the boiler on and off, ensuring the most economical operating mode.
• Setting temperature schedules — the ability to program different heating modes depending on the time of day and day of the week.

Advantages of weather-compensated automation:

• Energy efficiency — reduction of fuel consumption due to precise temperature control and optimization of boiler operation.
• Comfort — maintaining a stable temperature in the room regardless of weather changes.
• Automation — minimizing the need for manual control and constant monitoring of the heating system.
• Reduced operating costs - reduction in fuel and boiler maintenance costs due to more economical operation of the system.

Weather-dependent automation is used in various types of heating systems, including gas, solid fuel and electric boilers, and can significantly increase their efficiency and ease of use.

Functions and capabilities, and, accordingly, the functional configuration depend on the heating system. External weather controllers are popular among consumers, which allow you to connect unregulated equipment and control the heating system using circulation pumps and pumping groups.