Water heating

  1. What Size Hot Water Cylinder Do I Need?

    What Size Hot Water Cylinder Do I Need?

    When it comes to choosing the right size cylinder for your home, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. It really depends on your household's needs, and getting it right means you won't be running out of hot water or overpaying for energy. So, how do you figure it out? 

     

    The Risks of Choosing the Wrong Size

    First things first, a hot water cylinder that's too small can cause frustration. You'll find yourself waiting for water to heat up when it runs out - especially when everyone needs a shower or a bath at the same time. On the other hand, if your cylinder is too big, you could see higher bills because you're constantly heating what that isn't being used. 

     

    How to Choose the Right Size Hot Water Cylinder

    Now, to make sure you get it just right, here's a rough guide based on the size of your home: 

    • 1 Bedroom Property with 1 bathroom = 90 - 120L Cylinder 
    • 2 Bedroom Property with 1 bathroom = 120L - 150L Cylinder 
    • 3 Bedroom Property with 1 bathroom = 150L - 180L Cylinder 
    • 3 Bedroom Property
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  2. Megaflo 210i Data Sheet

    Megaflo 210i Data Sheet

    Megaflo 210i Data Sheet

    The Heatrae Sadia Megaflo Eco cylinder(s) are the most popular and well-known brand of water heater cylinders in the UK, with a fantastic reputation for quality. The most popular model in the range is the Eco 210i - 210 litres, indirect. This datasheet highlights the main specification questions we regularly receive, and allows this unit to be compared easily with other models from different manufacturers. For a full explanation of each of the specification attributes in this Data Sheet, please click here, or call 01934 253600 to discuss the Megaflo Eco 210i Cylinder with any of our on-hand experts! Heatrae Sadia are known for their brand ubiquity, commonality of installer knowledge and servicing, as well as being known for their in-built expansion vessels - at the time of conception cahnging British Water Heating as we knew it. One such of these incredible models is the 210i sheet as detailed below, find what makes these units so sought-after

     

    One thing is for

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  3. Andris 30L 3kW Datasheet

    Andris 30L 3kW Datasheet

    Andris 30L 3kW Datasheet- Compare the data with Ariston's make here!

    Andris Lux 30L litre 3kW is manufactured by Ariston, a major international water heater company. This heater is an inexpensive option which is particularly popular in small commercial premises where access to central hot water services is impractical. It can easily supply 2 or more sinks, depending on how often they are used. As it is an unvented water heater, it operates at mains water pressure. An expansion vessel is included in the price, and must be fitted. This Andris Lux 30L 3kW Datasheet highlights the main specification questions we regularly receive regarding the Ariston, and allows this unit to be compared easily with other models from different manufacturers. Ariston as a brand are well defined by their modularity, ease of use and overall ability to efficiently match any water heating goal across its various scopes.

    All of our Data Sheets are subject to change, whilst our information is accurate and advisory

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  4. The Hyco Powerflow Smart 80l Datasheet

    The Hyco Powerflow Smart 80l Datasheet

    Hyco Powerflow Smart 80l Datasheet

    The Hyco Powerflow Smart 80l is an upgraded version of the extremely popular Powerflow range, the main improvement being the intelligent heating logic which builds up a pattern of your usage and so anticipates when you will need hot water. This enables a saving of up to 15% energy usage, and also increases the amount of hot water available at any one time by preventing the usual mixing of incomonig cold water with the already heated water.

    This data sheet is intended as an at-a-glance data sheet for customers wishing to understand the most important aspects of a water heater. They are particularly useful for making comparisons between one or more heaters under consideration.  These data sheets are not intended as replacement for full discussion of requirements and evaluation of the alternatives. If you require any further information whatsoever so you can make the most appropriate choice of electric water heater, please call us on 01934 253600 to talk

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  5. Hyco Powerflow Smart 100l Datasheet

    Hyco Powerflow Smart 100l Datasheet

    Hyco Powerflow Smart 100l Datasheet

    The Powerflow Smart 100litre electric water heater from Hyco is an upgrade to the previous model, and will undoubtedly continue the level of popularity obtained by the previous model. It now incorporates a number of sidderent efficiency options, including being able to get more hot water in one go (by improving the stratification) and providing the option of running in Standard, Smart or ECO mode. We hope this along with our other Hyco Powerflow Datasheet(s)enable you to make an appropriate and informed decision

    This data sheet is intended as an at-a-glance data sheet for customers wishing to understand the most important aspects of a water heater. They are particularly useful for making comparisons between one or more heaters under consideration.  These data sheets are not intended as replacement for full discussion of requirements and evaluation of the alternatives. If you require any further information whatsoever so you can make the most appropriate

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  6. What are the kW ratings of coils for indirect cylinders?

    What are the kW ratings of coils for indirect cylinders?

    As covered in a previous article, the difference between direct and indirect boilers is the heat source used.
    Indirect water heating cylinders use an internal copper coil through which hot water is pumped to heat the water surrounding it. This can be a very efficient way of heating and maintaining the temperature of water, and all these copper coils have a kilowatt rating depending upon their size (the surface area of the copper). The higher the kW rating, the faster the recovery time.

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  7. Do I Need A Direct, Or An Indirect Hot Water Cylinder?

    Do I Need A Direct, Or An Indirect Hot Water Cylinder?

    At least once a day, we are asked “What is the difference between an indirect hot water cylinder and a direct hot water cylinder?” This is obviously confusing for many people but the good news is that the answer is pretty straightforward.

    In fact, in simple terms :

    You need a DIRECT hot water cylinder if you want the cylinder to heat the water itself, and…

    You need an INDIRECT hot water cylinder if you have a separate boiler (such as a gas boiler or an oil boiler) and will be using that to heat the water.

    And here are those answers in a bit more depth:

    Direct Hot Water Cylinders


    Direct units are used when the cylinder will be the only means of heating water for the property.

    The direct system will heat water for use with baths, showers, kitchen sink, wash hand basins and any other hot water requirements in the property. Electrical Deals Direct stock a huge selection of direct cylinders to suit any requirement from domestic to full commercial use.

    All direct cylinders contain one or more

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  8. What Is A Water Block & Why Would I Need One?

    What Is A Water Block & Why Would I Need One?

    Why You Should Always Consider Purchasing A Water Block

    In a perfect world, electric water heaters are great. You put cold water in one end and it comes out hotter at the other end. However, if a problem develops with a pipe connection and water is suddenly freely flowing somewhere other than into the tank of the water heater then you have yourself a major issue. This is where a Water Block can come in really handy.

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  9. Electric Central Heating: What size boiler do I need?

    Electric Central Heating: What size boiler do I need?

    What Size Electric Central Heating Boiler Do I Need?

    In the world of Electric Central Heating - there can be quite a myriad of confusing languages and guides that will only create confusion for the average user asking "What Size Electric Central Heating Boiler Do I Need?" We are on hand to aim to assist and clarify this in as easy and understandable terms as possible.

    Sizing Calculations

    The size of the electric central heating boiler you need depends on several factors, including the size of your property, the level of insulation, the number of occupants, and your hot water requirements. Here are some general guidelines to help you determine the size of the boiler you need:

    1. For Central Heating Setup: The average Central Heating system is fairly easy to calculate, the industry-standard estimation is to simply look at the number of radiators required, and multiply that number by 1.5 to give you the total KiloWatts necessary to power these radiators. Unusually long, old, or bespoke radiators
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  10. Advanced Appliances Flow Boiler

    Advanced Appliances Flow Boiler

    Advanced Appliances Flow Boiler

    Advance Appliances is a UK-based company that produces a range of different boilers. Their main range is the electric flow boiler range. This is for heating, in the range they have got two different versions. One is the standard central heating version and another one is for underfloor heating. These vary in kW rating from 6kW to 12kW.

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