LPG Hot Water System Buying Guide

LPG Gas Hot Water Systems are an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly way to deliver household hot water. 

They work very much like Natural Gas Hot Water Systems, the key difference, of course, is that they are supplied by an LPG Tank rather than the gas system.

A great alternative for homes not connected to the natural gas supply, LPG is one of the cleanest conventional fuels available and is exceptionally efficient.

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What is LPG ?

Liquefied Petroleum Gas or LPG is a mixture of Propane and Butane gases. An important property of LPG is that under low-pressure compression it will change from a gas to a liquid state - making it easy to transport.

LPG burns readily in the air with a high-energy content and is therefore an excellent fuel for heating, cooking and automotive use.

Are LPG Gas Hot Water Systems safe?

It's easy to use LPG Gas safely and responsibly if you understand the risks.

Firstly, ensure that your Hot Water System is set up in your home correctly by getting it installed by a licensed technician. 

Secondly, make sure you familiarise yourself with the recommended safe-practices. LPG is highly flammable, so you'll need to handle your canisters with care, for instance keeping it away from electrical connections or open flames.

Keep in mind you will need to refill or replace the tank when the LPG is exhausted, and that the location you choose for your canister should have easy access and a solid, non-combustible base.

'Continuous Flow' vs 'Tank Storage' Hot Water Systems

Appliances Online offer a selection of 'Continuous Flow' LPG Hot Water Systems, compact wall-mountable units that provide heated water on demand.

A continuous flow system is triggered when the hot water tap is turned on - at this point cold water is sent through a heat exchanger in the unit, then sent onwards through the pipe to the relevant outlet.

They are a superior alternative to the 'Tank Storage' variety, which, by contrast, maintain a heated tank of water that sits ready and waiting for household use.

Continuous flow systems save you the energy needed to sustain the high temperature of stored water as well as guaranteeing you'll never run out of hot water. 

How much demand can a Continuous Flow Hot Water System handle?

Appliances Online's range offers up to 32L/min water flow which, based on Sustainability Victoria's estimates, can provide water to over three outlets running at the one time.

The lowest capacity in the range is 16L/min - and this is still more than suitable for a two-person household.

How water efficient are Continuous Flow Hot Water Systems?

Faster start-ups in newer continuous flow systems are cutting down water use. However, you can minimise wastage by turning the tap on at a low rate whilst the water is warming. Also, where possible - get your installer to locate your hot water system as close to the hot water outlet most often in use. The shorter the pipe, the more efficient your system and the less water needs to be used.

Please feel free to contact our customer service team for any queries on LPG hot water systems. Call us on 1300 000 500.