A hydraulic collector is a component that distributes water among different circuits in a system. It has one inlet and several outlets: water enters through a single point and is distributed to the various connected zones or pieces of equipment.
You can think of it as a main line with several branches. Each branch directs water to a specific circuit—for example, a heating zone or a section of an HVAC system. In this way, the Collector organizes the connections and allows the distribution of multiple circuits to be grouped into a single unit.
What is a hydraulic collector used for?
The main function of a hydraulic collector is to distribute water evenly among the circuits of a system. Instead of making each connection individually from the main line, the inlets and outlets are concentrated at a single distribution point.
This helps organize the installation and makes it easier to identify which circuit each connection belongs to. In addition, depending on how the system is designed, each output can be isolated to allow for adjustment or maintenance without affecting the other circuits. The specific configuration will depend on the project design and the components installed.
Collectors are used in plumbing systems in buildings and other infrastructure. They are commonly found in boiler rooms, heating and air conditioning systems, and can also be part of geothermal systems. In all cases, their design must meet the needs of the system: how many circuits need to be supplied, what pipe diameters are required, and how each outlet will be connected.
Is a Collector the same thing as a pipe?
Not exactly. A pipe carries water through a system. A Collector, on the other hand, has a single inlet and multiple outlets to distribute water to different circuits.
For this reason, a collector can be considered a distribution point within the network. Its shape, dimensions, and number of connections vary depending on the project. There is no single configuration that applies to all installations: the specifications must be defined based on the corresponding plan or sketch.
Custom-made hydraulic collectors
En ABN fabricamos colectores a medida desde DN 63 hasta DN 630. Cada conjunto se prepara a partir de la información del proyecto, para ajustarse a la configuración prevista por el equipo instalador o de ingeniería.
To analyze a collector, you can define aspects such as the number of outlets, the diameters, the distances between connections, and the type of connection required. This information is included in the project sketch, which serves as the basis for reviewing the requested solution.
If you are planning an installation, you can send us your sketch so we can review the Collector configuration. The clearer the information available about the connections and their dimensions, the easier it will be to determine the components needed for the project.
The option of a pre-insulated collector
When the project requires it, the collector can be delivered from the factory pre-insulated with the ABN INSU PLUS system. This way, the insulation is incorporated into the assembly before it arrives on site, reducing the amount of insulation work that would otherwise need to be done there.
Whether this option is appropriate depends on the needs of each installation and the project specifications. Therefore, when requesting information, it is advisable to specify whether the collector should be supplied pre-insulated, in addition to including a sketch and the connection details.
What information do I need to provide to request a Collector?
To design a custom hydraulic collector, you can send us the project sketch and specify, to the extent that it has been defined:
- The number of departures.
- The anticipated diameters.
- The distances between connections.
- The type of connection required.
- If the system is to include ABN INSU PLUS pre-insulation.
If you are still finalizing any of this information, you can send us the information you have available so that the ABN team can review it with you.
Discuss your project with ABN Pipe Systems
At ABN Pipe Systems, we manufacture the ABN INSU PLUS system, as well as custom fittings and collectors, in Spain. Our team can advise you based on your blueprints and analyze the configuration your installation requires.
Send us your sketch so we can evaluate the hydraulic Collector for your project. You can call us at 981 148 425 or email us at info@grupoabn.com.
