Are you in the market for a new hot water system? If so, you should know that Rinnai hot water systems are one of the most popular choices among homeowners. Rinnai Infinity is a continuous flow hot water system that has revolutionised how we heat hot water for our homes, but how does it work? What are the benefits and potential drawbacks?
What is Rinnai Infinity?
Many types of water heating systems are available for your home or workplace. A Rinnai Infinity Gas hot water system is a popular option for many properties in New Zealand. They are a continuous flow system, meaning it heats water on demand and provides an endless supply of hot water. This system is very energy efficient, as it only heats the water when you need it. The Rinnai Infinity also has a pause button, so you can save even more energy if you don’t need hot water.
How does it work?
Rinnai Infinity works by heating water as it’s needed rather than storing hot water in a tank. This means you’ll never run out of hot water, even if you have a large household. There are five models to choose from depending on your hot water needs. Model numbers represent hot water capacity; for example, the A26 produces 26 litres of hot water per minute at a 25° Celsius rise.
What are the features and benefits?
Unlimited Hot Water
The Rinnai Infinity offers an uninterrupted supply of hot water, unlike traditional tank-style water heaters. This ensures that you will never be without hot water, even if multiple fixtures are used at once.
Energy Efficiency
Rinnai Infinity hot water systems are up to 40% more energy efficient than traditional tank-style water heaters due to their advanced technology that heats water on demand, eliminating the need to waste energy heating and storing it in a tank.
Long Life Span
You can be confident that your Rinnai Infinity hot water system will provide reliable hot water for many years, thanks to the 12-year warranty that is available.
Low Maintenance
The Rinnai Infinity is designed to be low maintenance, with minimal annual maintenance required to keep the system running at its best.
Compact Size
Its compact design means that it can be installed where minimal space is available, unlike a big hot water cylinder that needs space in order to store the water it has heated.
Potential Drawbacks
Requires a gas supply
Rinnai Infinity requires gas power in order to heat your water for your home. This means your home must be connected to mains supply. Whilst gas mains are common for urban homes, rural homes will not be connected to the mains supply. Additionally, you might not have the gas turned on for your property, and you will need to research a provider.
Environmental impact
Gas hot water systems are not as environmentally friendly as some other options, such as solar or heat pump systems. They produce carbon emissions and contribute to climate change.
Limited hot water supply
While Rinnai Infinity provides a continuous flow of hot water, it is limited by the capacity of the unit. This means if you are using more hot water litres per minute than the unit can produce, you will experience inconsistency in temperature. If you have a large household, you may need a bigger unit or multiple units to meet your hot water needs.
How much do they cost?
Rinnai Infinity systems can be expensive to purchase and install, especially when compared to traditional hot water systems. The prices for Rinnai Infinity Hot Water Systems vary from $1,509 – $2,674 depending on the model and litres. However, this is the price of the unit and labour to install the system will be additional and should be considered when considering installing a Rinnai Infinity.
Conclusion
The Rinnai Infinity Heat Pump Systems are an amazing option for homes in New Zealand. There are a range of different sizes and models, and are an excellent energy-efficient option to heat your water. Get a quote from a trusted plumber to determine the cost of labour and the price of a unit to install on your property.
