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expansion tank

An expansion vessel is a vessel that serves to balance changes in liquid volume caused by temperature changes. It works as an excess pressure regulator in the system. Expansion vessels are commonly used in heating and solar systems and can also…

expansion valve

The expansion valve is an important part of refrigeration and air conditioning systems, which is used to regulate the flow of refrigerant and its pressure in the refrigeration circuit. Its main purpose is to ensure that the refrigerant passing…

Expansion vessel

The expansion tank is a component that is often used in thermal engineering and hydraulic systems, especially in heating, cooling and hot water supply systems. It is a container that serves to maintain a constant pressure and amount of liquid…

Expanzomat

An expanzomat (also called an expansion vessel) is a device used in heating and cooling systems as well as fluid media systems to compensate for changes in volume due to changes in temperature and pressure. Its main task is to ensure proper…

External storage

More often referred to as an external drive, external storage is storage that is not part of the internal parts (external) of the computer. These drives often connect to a computer using a USB, eSATA or FireWire connection. Pictured is a Drobo…

Fan

    Table fanA fan is a working machine, the purpose of which is to ensure the transport of gas from one place to another. When the transported gas flows through the fan, it is compressed, but this is not the primary…

Fancoil

Fancoil is short for "fan coil unit" (fan unit with radiator), which is a device used for heating, cooling and ventilating air in buildings. It is an important component in air-conditioning and air-conditioning systems, which makes it possible…

FAX

Fax, or telefax, is an electronic device and technology used to transmit written or printed documents between different locations via a telephone line. This technology was used to transfer printed textual and graphic information such as texts,…

Ferolli

Ferroli is an Italian company with a strong focus on heating systems and technology. Its history goes back to 1955, when a family business was founded in Italy. Since then, Ferroli has become one of the leading European manufacturers and…

Ferrous phosphate

Ferrous phosphate is a chemical compound with the chemical formula FePO4. It is a solid, non-conductive and non-flowing substance. Iron phosphate occurs in nature as the mineral strengite. Use of iron phosphate: Colorant: Ferrous phosphate is…

Fiber rubber

Fiber rubber (also known as "textile rubber" or "textile rubber") is a special type of material that combines the properties of natural or synthetic rubber with textiles. It is a composite material where rubber is combined with a textile fiber…

Fibrele de sticlă

Fibrele de sticlă sunt fibre subțiri și puternice realizate dintr-o topire a materialelor din sticlă. Aceste fibre au proprietăți excepționale și multe aplicații diferite. Fibrele de sticlă sunt utilizate în mod obișnuit ca armare pentru…

filter

The filter can be: sorting principle, selection principlea device or substance that does not let something (but lets others)in chemistry and technology:a device for separating a certain part of a mixture, i.e. an instrument for…

Filter

Filter je zariadenie alebo materiál navrhnutý na zachytenie, oddelenie alebo odstránenie nečistôt, častíc, prachových častíc, plynových alebo kvapalných kontaminantov z média, cez ktoré prechádza. Jeho úlohou je zlepšiť kvalitu vzduchu,…

Filter inserts

Filter inserts are components used to separate solid particles, liquids or gases from various media. Their main role is to improve the quality of the media by capturing dirt and debris, which can be crucial for the proper functioning of systems…

fitting

Molding is a general term used for various types of materials that have a specific shape or form and are used to produce specific parts or components in various industries and applications. Fittings are used in construction, engineering, the…

Fixing tape

  Fixing tape is a type of adhesive tape that is used for various purposes of fixing, joining or securing objects. It is a tape with an adhesive layer on one or both sides, which enables reliable attachment of objects on various…

Flash memory

Flash memory is a type of non-volatile electronic memory that is used to store data in the form of electrical charges. These charges are retained even after the power is turned off, making flash memory an ideal solution for storing data in…

Flexi water hoses

Flexi water hoses are used in domestic water systems for water distribution, but they can also be used in equipment using water pumps, boilers, tanks. The hoses are made of natural rubber and galvanized steel braid.

Float switch

A float switch is an electrical switch that is used to detect the level of liquid in a tank or containers. Its main function is to switch the electrical circuit based on the fluid level. The operation of the float switch is simple. It…

Flow

Flow is a physical quantity that describes the amount of matter, energy or information that passes through a specified area or space per unit of time. It can refer to various phenomena and systems, such as the flow of liquids, gas, electricity…

Fluid density

Fluid density is a physical property that indicates the weight of a fluid per unit volume. Basically, it expresses how much matter is contained in a unit volume of liquid. The density of a fluid is usually denoted by the symbol ρ (rho) and is…

Fluoro rubber

Fluoro rubber (fluorinated rubber, FKM) or also known under trade names such as Viton. FKM is a special type of synthetic elastomer known for its high resistance to extreme temperatures, chemical aggressive substances and oils. This material is…

Fluorosilicone rubber (FPM)

Fluorosilicone rubber (FPM) is a fluoropolymer material with a silicone base that has been modified with fluorine. It is a special type of elastomer that is characterized by excellent resistance to various chemicals, oils, fuels and extreme…

footstep

The term "footstep/footstep/footstep" is commonly used in connection with sound insulation and characterizes the ability of a material or structure to minimize the transmission of sound produced by walking or stepping on a surface. The term…