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CONTENTS THERMOSTATIC CONTROL UNITS
INTRODUCTION AND SELECTION GUIDES 126137
AT ESBE we always try to be one step ahead in our to mix products from different suppliers. We have it
product development. As new heating options emerge all. And at the right price.
and energy usage patterns change we respond to that
The right valve, for the right job,
demand. Thats why we proudly introduce several new
All in all, you get the right valve for the right job. The
series of thermostatic mixing valves. The new products
right temperature, pressure, material and connection.
radically improve and expand an already extensive
No compromises. In the end, your application will sat-
range of valves for use in universal domestic hot water
isfy your customer with regards to comfort, safety and
and under floor heating applications.
energy savings. And thats what makes you a hero.
Higher ow capacity, more connections.
The new series are mainly characterized by gener-
ally higher flow capacity, more connection solutions
and more temperature ranges to choose from. This
means a greater freedom of choice for you without
making your job harder. There is no longer any need
VTS520/550
NEW! VTA530/560
NEW!
& VMC300 & VTA520/550
OPTIMIZE THE HARVEST OF SOLAR ANTI-SCALD AND ANTI-LEGIONELLA SOLU-
Cooling applications
Valve series VTA570 can in fact also be used in cooling ap-
plications. As an example: in several European countries
SELECTION GUIDE
FIND THE RIGHT VALVE FOR YOU
The table below and the following pages is a toolbox for finding the best valve for your system and application. You will
also find smaller selection tables in the product pages.
APPLICATION
Potable water, Potable water, Solar heating Cooling Floor heating
in line point of use
Flow direction Temp. range Kvs <2 Kvs >2 Kvs <2 Kvs >2 Kvs <2 Kvs >2 Kvs <2 Kvs >2 Kvs <2 Kvs >2
10 - 30C VTA570
VTA570
20 - 43C VTA320 VTA520 VTA320
VTA520
VTA320
30 - 70C VTA320 VTA320
VTA310
32 - 49C VTA330 VTA330
35 - 50C VTA530 VTA530
Recommended alternative
Secondary alternative
APPLICATION
FLOW LAYOUT
2
COOLING
Applications such as wall or floor cooling, where the mixed
temperature needs to be set to temperatures under normal
room temperature.
FLOOR HEATING
Applications such as under floor heating or wall heating,
requiring high flow rates and scalding protection to prevent
damaged floors and piping.
FLOW REQUIREMENTS
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TEMP. RANGE
COOLING
Cooling or other special applications (e.g. potable water for
cattle) 10-30C 5
FACTS ABOUT THE RISK OF SCALD BURNS In the diagrams below, you can find the difference in
AND LEGIONELLA technical performance between the different series of
HWC (hot-water circulation) should be installed whenever thermostatic mixing valves.
you must wait more than 20 seconds for hot water at a flow
of 0.2 l/s in a block of flats. In one- and two-family houses a
waiting time of 30 seconds can be accepted. The valve is cold and
ESBE recommends that the hot-water temperature at "suddenly" hot water is
taps shall not be below min. +50C and not exceed max. needed how fast will the VTA320/VTA310
+65C. Considering a certain temperature reduction in the valve reach the desired
water system, the heater should give min. +60 C (owing temperature? VTA330/VTA360
the risk of Legionella). (In the diagram 43C)
seconds
The time it takes to suffer third-degree burns by
60-degrees hot-water _________________________ 23 s VTA330/VTA360
Incoming hot water pressure
The time it takes for a scald safe ESBE mixing valve reduces by 30% VTA320/VTA310
to close the hot-water in case of cold water failure __ 12 s (In the diagram -2 bar).
Suitable temperature for shower and bath tub _____ 40C What temperature change
will it be in the valve?
Recommended min. temperature at taps
and in HWC pipes __________________________ 50C
reduction of hot water pressure, %
Recommended min. temperature in
flowing water-heaters ________________________ 55C
Recommended min. temperature in If the hot water supply is being VTA330/VTA360
water-heaters (storage type) ___________________ 60C reduced by 20C what
temperature change will it be VTA320/VTA310
in the valve?
The Legionnaires Disease is a pneumonia-like bacterial
infection, caused by the Legionella germ. This germ has an
optimal growth in water temperatures of 2045C.
hot water supply, C
It spreads disease by inhalation of small water drops contain-
ing Legionella and can be transferred to the lungs when you
take a shower. At a temperature exceeding 50C, the germ is
destroyed; the higher the temperature the sooner the germs
are destroyed. By keeping the temperature in the water-
heater above 60C and the temperature in the pipes at 55C,
the risk of Legionnaires disease will be eliminated.
DISPOSAL
The products must not be disposed of together with domestic waste, but should be treated as metal scrap.
Local and currently valid legislation must be observed.
Flow
Kvs m3/h
[m3/h] [l/min] [l/s]
10
4.5 4.8*
2
3.4 3.6
100
5 3.0 3.2
1 2.2 2.5
50
1.5 1.6
20
1
0.2
10
0.5
0.1
5
0.2
0.05
5 10 20 50 100 200 300
PERIODIC FUNCTION CONTROL CAUSE OF FAILURE should be shut off. Where the valve is fitted below the storage
The function of the mixing valve is especially important at tank this should be drained first.
scald safe installations. We recommend performing a periodic
check of the function at least once a year. Adjust the mixing INSTALLATION
temperature if required. If the required temperature cannot The thermostatic mixing valve should not be under constant
be achieved, a valve insert exchange may be required. thermal load. We therefore recommend heat traps in the
piping arrangement. This should be taken into account
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE during installation.
Under normal conditions maintenance will not be required The mixing valve function regardless of mounting position.
for ESBE thermostatic mixing valves. If, however, it should
prove necessary, the seals (O-rings), the sensing element and
the valve plug are easily replaced.
NOTE! Before dismantling the valve the water supply
CONNECTION OF THE SERIES at a washbasin. The two mixing valve inlets shall be
VTA330/VTA360 AT A WASHBASIN equipped with check valves.
In applications with high requirements for scald safety
(hospitals, child care centers etc.) and/or quick and exact
regulation accuracy, the series VTA330/VTA360 is the
recommended choice.
Please see below for two illustrations of connections
Hot water
A A
Cold water
DOMESTIC HOT WATER WITHOUT HWC* HOT-WATER OUTLET BEFORE THE VALVE
If no hot-water circulation exists, the valve should be Whenever a hot-water outlet is installed before the valve, a
equipped with hot-water blocking devices (heat traps) in check valve must be installed before the hot-water connec-
the hot-water and the cold-water feed line. tion to the mixing valve.
* HWC = Hot-water circulation
A
A
(A) VTA320/VTA520/VTA530/VTS520
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A
A
B
A B
D
A
B
A
OPERATION
Series VTS520/VTS550 are the number one choice for VTS550
domestic hot water distribution connected to solar heating External thread With adapters, With adapters,
external thread compression fitting
systems, where the high water temperatures require extra
durable components. The VTS520/VTS550 offers an in-line
scald safe* function and are suitable for use where further
temperature control devices have been installed at the water
taps. These series of valves are also suitable for domestic VALVES ARE DESIGNED FOR
hot water installations equipped with HWC (hot water Temperature
circulation). range
45 65C
50 75C
FUNCTION
VTS520 has asymmetrical flow pattern, VTS550 has
Series Application
symmetrical flow pattern. Scald safe*. VTS520
Potable water, in line
VTS550
VERSIONS
VTS520
The product range includes a wide choice of valves delivered VTS550
Potable water, point of use
with adapter fitting kits, each including three adapter fittings VTS520
and two check valves, which facilitate easy installation and VTS550
Solar heating
maintenance. VTS520
Supplied with a top cover, unless otherwise stated. VTS550
Cooling
VTS520
*) Scald safe means that in the case of a cold water failure, the hot Floor heating
VTS550
water supply shuts off automatically. recommended secondary alternative
MEDIA
These valves can handle the following types of media: TECHNICAL DATA
Pressure class: __________________________________ PN 10
- Fresh water / Potable water Working pressure: ______________________ 1.0 MPa (10 bar)
- Closed systems Differential pressure: __________ Mixing, max. 0.3 MPa (3 bar)
- Water with antifreeze additive (glycol 50% mixture) Pressure drop diagram: ____________ see catalogue page 133
Media temperature: _______________ continuously max. 110C
_________________________________temporarily max. 120C
Temperature stability: ____________________________ 4C*
Connection: ___________________ External thread, ISO 228/1
__________________________ Compression fitting, EN 1254-2
Material
Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
NEW
SOLAR SERIES VTS520, 550
C
Mixed Cold
Hot Hot
B
Mixed
E D Cold
A VTS520 VTS550
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/
position for further information and connection examples.
VTS520/
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VTA520
VTS550/
VTA550
C
Mixed Cold
Hot Hot
B Mixed
Cold
VTS520 VTS550
F D
A
NEW
PREMIUM SERIES VTA330, 530
The ESBE thermostatic mixing valves series VTA330 and VTA530 are VTA330
designed to satisfy the highest possible market requirements when it External thread Compression fitting
OPERATION
Series VTA330 is primarily designed to provide a highly VTA530
accurate temperature regulation in point-of-use positions External thread With adapters, With adapters,
external thread compression fitting
for domestic hot water, at taps or showers where no further
temperature-control fittings have been installed.
Series VTA530 is primarily designed to provide an
accurate in-line temperature regulation of the domestic
hot water in high flow applications, according to standards VALVES ARE DESIGNED FOR
EN15092 or EN1111/NF079, where further temperature- Temperature range
control fittings have been installed at taps or showers.
32 49C
35 50C
35 60C
45 65C
FUNCTION
Series Application
The quick reaction thermostat and the pressure balanced
VTA330
control valve regulator allow the VTA330/VTA530 to Potable water, in line
VTA530
provide minimal changes of temperature regardless of
VTA330
varying pressure conditions. Asymmetrical flow pattern. Potable water, point of use
VTA530
Scald safe*.
VTA330
Solar heating
VTA530
VERSIONS
VTA330
The product range includes a wide choice of valves delivered Cooling
VTA530
with adapter fitting kits, each including three adapter fittings
VTA330
and two check valves, which facilitate easy installation and Floor heating
VTA530
maintenance. recommended secondary alternative
*) Scald safe means that in the case of a cold water failure, the hot
water supply shuts off automatically. TECHNICAL DATA
Pressure class: __________________________________ PN 10
Working pressure: ______________________ 1.0 MPa (10 bar)
MEDIA Differential pressure: __________ Mixing, max. 0.3 MPa (3 bar)
These valves can handle the following types of media: Pressure drop diagram: ____________ see catalogue page 133
- Fresh water / Potable water Media temperature: VTA330, VTA530 ___________ max. 95C
- Closed systems VTA530 ________temporarily max. 100C
- Water with antifreeze additive (glycol 50% mixture) Temperature stability: VTA330 ____________________ 1C*
VTA530 ___________________ 2C**
Connection: ___________________ External thread, ISO 228/1
__________________________ Compression fitting, EN 1254-2
C
Mixed Mixed
Hot Hot
E D Cold
Cold
A
VTA330 VTA530
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/
position for further information and connection examples.
VTA530
VTA330
NEW
PREMIUM SERIES VTA330, 530
C
Mixed
Hot
B
Cold
F D VTA530
A
OPERATION
Series VTA360 is primarily designed to provide a highly VTA560
accurate temperature regulation in point-of-use positions External thread With adapters, With adapters,
external thread compression fitting
for domestic hot water, at taps or showers where no further
temperature-control fittings have been installed.
Series VTA560 is primarily designed to provide an
accurate in-line temperature regulation of the domestic
hot water in high flow applications, according to standards VALVES ARE DESIGNED FOR
EN15092 or EN1111/NF079, where further temperature- Temperature range
control fittings have been installed at taps or showers.
32 49C
35 50C
35 60C
45 65C
FUNCTION
Series Application
The quick reaction thermostat and the pressure balanced
VTA360
control valve regulator allow the VTA530/VTA560 to Potable water, in line
VTA560
provide minimal changes of temperature regardless of
VTA360
varying pressure conditions. Symmetrical flow pattern. Scald Potable water, point of use
VTA560
safe*.
VTA360
Solar heating
VTA560
VERSIONS
VTA360
The product range includes a wide choice of valves delivered Cooling
VTA560
with adapter fitting kits, each including three adapter fittings
VTA360
and two check valves, which facilitate easy installation and Floor heating
VTA560
maintenance. recommended secondary alternative
Supplied with a top cover, unless otherwise stated.
*) Scald safe means that in the case of a cold water failure, the hot
water supply shuts off automatically. TECHNICAL DATA
Pressure class: __________________________________ PN 10
Working pressure: ______________________ 1.0 MPa (10 bar)
MEDIA Differential pressure: __________ Mixing, max. 0.3 MPa (3 bar)
These valves can handle the following types of media: Pressure drop diagram: ____________ see catalogue page 133
- Fresh water / Potable water Media temperature: VTA360, VTA560 ___________ max. 95C
- Closed systems VTA560 ________temporarily max. 100C
Temperature stability: VTA360 ____________________ 1C*
- Water with antifreeze additive (glycol 50% mixture)
VTA560 ___________________ 2C**
Connection: ___________________ External thread, ISO 228/1
__________________________ Compression fitting, EN 1254-2
Material
Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
Surface treatment: __________________________ Nickel-plated
NEW
PREMIUM SERIES VTA360, 560
C
Cold
Hot
Cold
Hot
E D Mixed Mixed
A
VTA360 VTA560
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/
position for further information and connection examples.
VTA560
VTA360
Hot water
Cold water
C
Cold
Hot
B Mixed
F D VTA560
A
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/
position for further information and connection examples.
VTA560
VTA330
NEW
BASIC SERIES VTA320, 520
The ESBE thermostatic mixing valves series VTA320/VTA520 offer VTA320
high flow capacity and good functionality for universal applications, Internal thread External thread Compression fitting
such as domestic hot water with or without HWC (hot water circula-
tion) and smaller underfloor heating circuits.
OPERATION
Series VTA320/VTA520 are the number one choice for VTA520
domestic hot water systems requiring an in-line scald safe* External thread With adapters, With adapters,
external thread compression fitting
function and where further temperature control devices have
been installed at the water taps. These series of valves are also
suitable for domestic hot water installations equipped with
HWC (hot water circulation).
Series VTA320/VTA520 are suitable for under floor VALVES ARE DESIGNED FOR
heating applications, as long as special attention is paid to Temperature range
temperature range and flow requirements.
20 43C
30 70C
35 60C
45 65C
50 75C
FUNCTION
Series Application
Asymmetrical flow pattern. Scald safe*.
VTA320
Potable water, in line
VTA520
VERSIONS
VTA320
The product range includes a wide choice of valves deliv- Potable water, point of use
VTA520
ered with adapter fitting kits, each including three adapter
VTA320
fittings and two check valves, which facilitate easy installa- Solar heating
VTA520
tion and maintenance.
VTA320
Supplied with a top cover, unless otherwise stated. Cooling
VTA520
VTA320
*) Scald safe means that in the case of a cold water failure, the hot Floor heating
VTA520
water supply shuts off automatically. recommended secondary alternative
C
Mixed Mixed
Hot Hot
Cold
E D Cold
A
VTA320 VTA520
NEW
BASIC SERIES VTA320, 520
C
Mixed
Hot
B
Cold
F D VTA520
A
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/
position for further information and connection examples.
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VTA520/ VTA520
VTA320
20 43C
45 65C
50 75C
where further temperature control devices have been installed
at the water taps. These series of valves are also suitable for
Series Application
domestic hot water installations equipped with HWC (hot
water circulation). Series VTA550 is suitable for under floor VTA550 Potable water, in line
heating applications, as long as special attention is paid to
temperature range and flow requirements. VTA550 Potable water, point of use
Material
Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
NEW
BASIC SERIES VTA550
C
Cold
Hot
E D Mixed
A
VTA550
VTA550 6
C
Cold
Hot
B Mixed
F D VTA550
A
NEW
BASIC SERIES VTA370, 570
The ESBE thermostatic mixing valves series VTA370 and VTA570 VTA370
offer high flow capacity and high functionality for under floor External thread
heating circuits.
OPERATION
The series VTA370/VTA570 is the number one choice for VTA570
under floor heating systems requiring a scald safe* function, External thread With adapters, With adapters,
pump flange rotating nut
which is important in order to protect under floor heating
pipes and also the floor itself. These valves are also suitable
as pre-mixing devices for domestic hot water installations
where very high flow rates are required, in which case further
mandatory temperature control devices has to be installed at VALVES ARE DESIGNED FOR
the water taps to provide point of use protection. Temperature
Series VTA570 is also suitable for cooling applications. range
10 30C
20 43C
35 60C
45 65C
FUNCTION
Asymmetrical flow pattern. Scald safe*. Series Application
VTA370
VERSIONS Potable water, in line
VTA570
The product range includes a wide choice of valves delivered VTA370
Potable water, point of use
with adapter fitting kits, each including three adapter fittings VTA570
and two check valves, which facilitate easy installation and VTA370
Solar heating
maintenance. VTA570
Supplied with large temperature setting knob instead of VTA370
Cooling
top cover, unless otherwise stated. VTA570
VTA370
Floor heating
*) Scald safe means that in the case of a cold water failure, the hot VTA570
MEDIA
These valves can handle the following types of media:
- Closed systems
- Water with antifreeze additive (glycol 50% mixture)
TECHNICAL DATA
Pressure class: __________________________________ PN 10 * Valid at unchanged hot/cold water pressure, minimum flow rate 9 l/min.
Working pressure: ______________________ 1.0 MPa (10 bar) Minimum temperature difference between cold water inlet and mixed water
Differential pressure, mixing: VTA370 ___ max. 0.3 MPa (3 bar) outlet 3C and recommended maximum temperature difference between
return water /cold water inlet and mixed water outlet: 10C.
VTA570 ___ max. 0.1 MPa (1 bar)
** Valid at unchanged hot/cold water pressure, minimum flow rate 9 l/min.
Pressure drop diagram: ____________ see catalogue page 133 Minimum temperature difference between hot water inlet and mixed water
Max. media temperature:
VTA370 _________________________________________ 95C
VTA570, Temp. range 1030C ______________________ 65C
outlet 10C and recommended maximum temperature difference between
return water /cold water inlet and mixed water outlet: 10C. 6
Temp. range 2043, 4565C ___ continuously 95C Material
______________________________ temporarily 100C Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
Min. media temperature: ____________________________ 0C ____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
Temperature stability:
VTA370, VTA570 - Temp. range 1030C_____________2C* PED 97/23/EC, article 3.3
VTA570 - Temp. range 2043, 4565C ____________3C** Pressure Equipment in conformity with PED 97/23/EC, article 3.3 (sound
Connection: ___________________ External thread, ISO 228/1 engineering practice). According to the directive the equipment shall not carry
any CE-mark.
C
Mixed
Mixed
F
Hot Hot
E D Cold Cold
A
VTA370 VTA570
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/
position for further information and connection examples.
VTA370/VTA570/
VTA520
VTA370/VTA570/
VTA520
NEW
BASIC SERIES VTA370, 570
C
Mixed
F
Hot
E D Cold
A
VTA570
VTA570
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VTA570
VTA570
Heating Cooling
30 70C
35 60C
for domestic hot water installations equipped with HWC.
Series Application
FUNCTION
VTA310 Potable water, in line
Asymmetrical flow pattern.
VTA310 Potable water, point of use
VERSIONS
Supplied with a knob unless otherwise stated.
VTA310 Solar heating
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES
See the catalogue section How to choose the correct installation/ VTA310 Cooling
position for further information and connection examples.
VTA310 Floor heating
TECHNICAL DATA
Pressure class: __________________________________ PN 10
Differential pressure: __________ Mixing, max. 0.3 MPa (3 bar)
VTA310 Pressure drop diagram: _____________________ see page 133
Media temperature: ___________________________ max. 95C
Temperature stability: ____________________________ 2C*
Connection: ___________________ External thread, ISO 228/1
__________________________ Compression fitting, EN 1254-2
Material
Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
Mixed
Hot
Cold
A D
VTA310
The ESBE thermic solar kit series VMC300 offers dual functionality
for tap water applications: It diverts incoming water when additional External thread
heating is needed and makes outgoing water scald safe*, all in an easy-
to-install solar kit.
Material
Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
FLOW PATTERN
<42C
<46C
<56C
42C48C
46C54C
56C64C
45C
>48C
>54C
All parts can be rotated 360 for >64C
maximum exibility of connection.
NEW
35 68
B C
E D
A
VMC300
VMC300
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The ESBE series VMB is a compact valve combination for hot water VMB400
storage. Incoming cold water has the following incorporated compo- Compression fitting
nents; non return and shut-down device and connections for safety
valve, vacuum valve etc. The incoming hot-water is regulated within
a temperature range of 35 to 60C by thermostatic mixing valves
series VTA320.
Material
Valve housing and other metal parts with fluid contact:
____________ DZR brass CW602N, resistant to dezincification
A
C B
F
SERIES VMB400, COMPRESSION FITTING
Safety valve Weight
Art. No. Reference DN Kvs Connection [MPa] [bar] A B C D F [kg]
3150 20 00 VMB423 15 1.1 CPF 15 mm 165 53 ca 55 86 15 0.78
3150 21 00 0.86
3150 22 00 0.6 6 1.01
VMB423 20 1.6 CPF 22 mm 165 53 52-60 86 22
3150 23 00 0.7 7 1.01
3150 24 00 0.9 9 1.01
CPF = compression fitting