Rinnai Boilers
Rinnai RC80 / RC98 main features and benefits
Review of Rinnai boilers that utilize the condensing technology for combined whole-house and water heating. Explore Rinnai condensing boilers features and the advantages.
Rinnai condensing boilers is an ideal solution for those who want to use only one heat source for residential water and space heating. These gas boilers are extra efficient heaters that offer not only the optimum comfort but economical and convenient heating.
Models
There are several Rinnai boilers that utilize condensing technology and are designed for different home sizes; from the smaller to larger homes. The smallest condensing boiler from Rinnai comes with the max. gas input of 75,000 Btus while the largest one offers maximum of 205,000 Btus. All models are ultra efficiency models with the high EF factor which makes them EnergyStar qualified.
| Model | Power (BTU) | Efficiency | Flow rate (gpm) |
| Q205S | 205,000 | 95.7 | Indirect tank compatible |
| Q175C | 175,000 | 95.7 | 6.2 |
| Q130S | 130,000 | 96.1 | Indirect tank compatible |
| Q175S | 175,000 | 95.7 | Indirect tank compatible |
| E110C | 110,000 | 96.1 | 4.6 |
| Q85S | 85,000 | 96.5 | Indirect tank compatible |
| E75C | 75,000 | 96.5 | 2.1 |
As you can see from the table from above, there
are two series you can choose from. Rinnai Q series
is designed for homes with the higher demand of hot water, and Rinnai
E series is ideal for families with smaller hot water
needs.
Models Q172C, E110C and E75C are combi boilers for heating and domestic hot water (DHW) while other are for space heating and optional DHW.
Q172C model is the only model from Rinnai Q series that comes with the indirect tank while other boilers can be connected to the indirect tank and provide hot domestic water also.
All the boilers are equipped with the water pump and if an internal 3-way valve is installed on "S" system models, there is no need for a pump to run the water through the indirect tank.
Advantages
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All the boilers are high efficient (Maximum AFUE efficiency is 96.5% while the minimum is 95.7%), making them EnergyStar qualified.
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Compact size provides space saving installation.
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Ideal for new homes while they can be simply retrofitted to replace the old tank-type models.
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As the tankless water heaters, Rinnai boilers are also wall-mounted.
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All Rinnai condensing boilers are equipped with the durable and reliable stainless steel condensing heat exchanger.
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All the boilers are designed to work on both natural gas and propane gas. This is possible by using the conversion kit.
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Variety of venting options is available for flexible installation. Every Rinnai condensing boiler can use PP, stainless steel, PVC and CPVC venting.
- There are more benefits if the RS100 controller is connected to the boiler. You will have an access to the programmable features, temperature control, error reporting and auto-service message.
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Modulating burner.
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Rinnai Q172C includes 6.6 gallon tank with the built-in thermostatic mixing valve.
- Direct vent sealed combustion allows Rinnai boilers to be approved for room and closet installations.
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Rinnai gas condensing boilers are ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) certified so they meet relevant safety specifications.
- Boilers are equipped with the outdoor sensor so they are weather dependently.
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Both Rinnai Q and E series are equipped with the electronic spark ignition which automatically lights the burner (no pilot light).
- At the front of the unit, there is a control panel which is consisted of the display and function buttons. The display shows the boiler status, error and maintenance messages while the buttons have control over the pump, central heating, domestic hot water heating and service modes.
Disadvantages
- Expensive.
Summary
Rinnai boilers are expensive but they offer premium quality of its components and ultra efficient condensing technology so the heating of your home and domestic water is economical and reliable. These superb devices are packed in a small and compact tankless design that doesn't occupy valuable living space - they are wall-mounted that can be installed almost anywhere.
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