Hard water, which contains high concentrations of calcium and magnesium ions, often causes limescale deposits to form in piping and heating systems. As a result, heat transfer efficiency decreases, energy consumption increases, and the service life of equipment is shortened. In this thesis, we examine the impact of magnetic water treatment on limescale formation in piping systems. The main objective was to experimentally evaluate the effectiveness of a magnetic field in reducing the formation of calcium carbonate deposits. For this purpose, a system with two separate water loops was established. The system was exposed to a magnetic field in one case, while in the other it served as a reference control. Measurements included monitoring of temperature, pressure, pH value, electrical conductivity, and water hardness, complemented by crystal structure analysis using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy-Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS). The results show that magnetic treatment affects the shape and structure of the crystals, reducing their ability to adhere to the outer walls of the pipes. This confirms the potential of magnetic water treatment as an alternative method for limiting limescale accumulation in thermal and piping systems.
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