Product Overview
The Rheem RTEX-AB Water Heater Booster is an advanced water heater booster system designed to optimize the performance of your existing water heater. It helps to provide instant hot water on demand by boosting the temperature and flow rate of your hot water system. This is especially useful in homes or buildings where multiple faucets or appliances are used simultaneously, and the water heater might struggle to keep up.
Key Features:
- Tankless Design: The RTEX-AB is a tankless water heater booster, meaning it heats water only when you need it, reducing energy consumption and space requirements compared to traditional water heaters with storage tanks.
- Boosts Hot Water Flow: Designed to enhance the hot water flow and temperature, the RTEX-AB ensures you don’t experience any drop in hot water pressure when multiple fixtures are used at the same time.
- Compact Size: Its compact size allows for easy installation and flexibility, typically being mounted under a sink or in a space-constrained area.
- Energy Efficient: Being a tankless unit, the RTEX-AB only heats water when it is being used, which helps to reduce energy consumption by eliminating standby heat loss.
- Easy Installation: The booster is simple to install, usually in-line with your existing water heater. It can be a good retrofit solution for homes that need a bit more hot water flow without upgrading the entire water heating system.
- Improved Comfort: If you're experiencing inconsistent hot water temperatures or insufficient flow, the RTEX-AB boosts both temperature and water flow to improve your comfort.
Specifications:
- Type: Tankless Electric Water Heater Booster
- Model: RTEX-AB
- Power Supply: 240V, 60Hz, 1 Phase (requires a dedicated electrical circuit)
- Power Consumption: 5.5 kW (kilowatts)
- Amperage: 23 Amps
- Flow Rate:
- Typically boosts flow rate to around 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute) for adequate hot water delivery.
- Temperature Rise:
- Provides an average temperature rise of 45°F at 2.5 GPM (based on inlet water temperature of 50°F).
- Water Connection: 3/4-inch NPT (National Pipe Thread) male inlet and outlet connections
- Dimensions:
- Height: 8.5 inches
- Width: 9.5 inches
- Depth: 4.25 inches
- Weight: Approximately 5.5 pounds (lightweight for easy installation)
- Maximum Working Pressure: 150 PSI (pounds per square inch)
- Safety Features:
- Over-temperature Protection: Automatically shuts off if water temperature exceeds safe levels.
- Thermal Cutoff Protection: Prevents overheating of the unit for safety.
- Electrical Overload Protection: Ensures safe operation by preventing electrical overload.
This Rheem RTEX-AB Water Heater Booster is an efficient solution for improving hot water flow and temperature without the need for replacing your existing water heater.