Would this setup work with a point of use electric hot water heater? Propane is so expensive I am thinking of changing to electric.
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The panel might put out 35 Watts (about 3 amps) part of the time. I'm not sure what water heater you're talking about, but 35W is not a lot of power. It certainly won't make any power for the morning cup of coffee or the evening shower. It only works when the sun is out and bright.
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It could be done, but 50 watts probably wouldn't do the trick. You could tie together more than one panel, though, for more power, or use a larger panel. If you do buy solar and plan to use a lead-acid battery, spend a little more and buy a PWM controller. (Look at Sunguard controllers). It costs a little more, but you'll get more output from the same panel. Controllers are used to prevent overcharging lead acid batteries. So, in short, it can be done. I love the Instapark panels. I dropped one from my RV and replaced it with the same model. Still need to see if I can have the glass replaced. They are not fragile, though. Have fun. It's a project.
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One 50 watt panel will not do. You need to take into account the average hours/day of sunshine and match this with de average use/day of the electric water heater. If it is a 110 volt water heater you will also need to take in account the electric drain of an inverter. This situation would also require one or more deep cycle batteries. Jan
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It could be done, but 50 watts probably wouldn't do the trick. You could tie together more than one panel, though, for more power, or use a larger panel. If you do buy solar and plan to use a lead-acid battery, spend a little more and buy a PWM controller. (Look at Sunguard controllers). It costs a little more, but you'll get more output from the same panel. Controllers are used to prevent overcharging lead acid batteries. So, in short, it can be done. I love the Instapark panels. I dropped one from my RV and replaced it with the same model. Still need to see if I can have the glass replaced. They are not fragile, though. Have fun. It's a project. It could be done, but 50 watts probably wouldn't do the trick. You could tie together more than one panel, though, for more power, or use a larger panel. If you do buy solar and plan to use a lead-acid battery, spend a little more and buy a PWM controller. (Look at Sunguard controllers). It costs a little more, but you'll get more output from the same panel. Controllers are used to prevent overcharging lead acid batteries. So, in short, it can be done. I love the Instapark panels. I dropped one from my RV and replaced it with the same model. Still need to see if I can have the glass... » Read More It could be done, but 50 watts probably wouldn't do the trick. You could tie together more than one panel, though, for more power, or use a larger panel. If you do buy solar and plan to use a lead-acid battery, spend a little more and buy a PWM controller. (Look at Sunguard controllers). It costs a little more, but you'll get more output from the same panel. Controllers are used to prevent overcharging lead acid batteries. So, in short, it can be done. I love the Instapark panels. I dropped one from my RV and replaced it with the same model. Still need to see if I can have the glass replaced. They are not fragile, though. Have fun. It's a project. « Show Less
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Not likely. Your hot water heater needs more energy than this panel can produce unless it is strictly for operating a solinoid/thermostat from another energy scource to your heater.
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I set this water heater up on the outside wall of my cabin using a 3gpm 12VDC pump running 45-55 psi, it will burn you out if you are not careful, it does get hot. Bath/shower; RV toilet; bathroom sink; kitchen sink, all work well. I do highly recommend this heater for similar application.
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I am using one of these with an Intertherm electric hot water baseboard heater. I am also using one for electric forced hot air heaters. It works great for both applications.
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My husband says it only works with propane the way it is set up. Possibly you could run it with natural gas but you would maybe have to change out the regulator or something. Like you would hardwire a gas stove.
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I not sure about line pressure, but I just used a regular hook-up that would be used on any propane grill or open cooker. The heater has a built in regulator that will only allow so much pressure. There will not be to much difference in the flame from low to high like you might see with natural gas, but there is sufficient heat with this unit. This unit is big in size and has a nice burner.
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No I could have used it with a propane heater but I used it with lights in my green house because propane addes moisture.
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I don't believe so,this particular model is to be used with propane tank. However, you may want to research h NatureI don't think so,this model is to be used with LP tank. However,if you bought this model by mistake,you may look into a conversion kitNatural Gas conversion kit though.
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Hello Steve. I am not an electrician but can tell you this unit will not operate on 110V. You will need a 220V service of about 60 Amps to run this heater. This is a very high amperage for home usage and more than a tank type heater would use. I strongly suggest you have a licensed electrician look at the heater requirements and give you a bid. This heater will not perform properly without the right electrical supply.
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Hello CC,Thank you for your question. The NG in the product name indicates that it uses natural gas. For propane, search for FVI-12-LP. Here is the link to buy on Amazon: Eccotemp FVI-12-LP High Capacity Propane Tankless Water HeaterKind Regards,RossGadgetsGo305-791-1101
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Many of the RV water heaters use the same elements as home hot water heaters. Check out your local Box ( Lowes ) Store, you can also find the tool you will need to remove the element. Hope this helps. I am assuming your hot water heater is a combination propane , electric.
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Yes it should work but these heaters take additional time to heat the water so the nearer the unit is to the point of use the better
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Was planning on switching over to a type C converter myself which will burn both gas and propane. Check on you tube for vid's doing swap over.
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I am pretty sure that they make a propane version of this water heater. I know that I love this new tankless heater that I have. It came set up for natural gas which is what my house runs off of. Make sure that whatever heater that you buy is set up for propane or you will end up paying more money out to have someone convert it from natural gas to propane.
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I took the propane bits off before I even assembled the grill and connected it to my house's natural gas line. Works perfectly. They want you to buy a "conversion kit" which tells you to remove the bits and connect a hose (which you can get at home depot for a few bucks). YouTube it.
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I have this hooked up between my Home Propane system and my back Porch Propane grill. This is the second house I have set up this way and it works fine. But you may have an issue. Your smoker is probably set up for Propane and in order to use Natural Gas you will need to change out the smoker to run properly. Check with the manufacturer of your smoker.
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Well, make sure you have the correct Mr. Heater. Propane gas is different than Natural gas. But, yes, a Propane powered Mr. Heater will work with a smaller size propane tank. I have a Natural Gas Mr. Heater. Use it almost every day. It is located in the garage, hooked up to the gas line that feeds the hot water heater. Read instructions relating to venting. I do not vent mine, but have some fresh air from garage door leaks.
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I would think there are two issues here. First is how the line coming from the propane tank is hooked up to the back of the fireplace. And second is whether or not there's a minimum PSI that's needed for the fireplace and the regulator to work. If there's a minimum PSI needed then you may have to have a tank it's large enough to maintain that PSI. So that may dictate how large of a tank you need and whether or not you can just simply use a barbecue tank. My fireplace is hooked up to the same line that feeds my gas stove in the kitchen.