Intex 28684 Electric Above Ground Pool Heater 2.2 KW / 230 V

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Before we delve deep into our Intex and Bestway pool heater review, we should look at what makes these two models work. These heaters use a few simple steps for use: Available in a variety of BTU (a handy rule of thumb is that to maintain ideal pool temperature, you will need about 10 BTU per square foot of pool surface), from 150,000 to 400,000 BTU, accommodating a wide variety of above-ground (and inground) pool sizes.

The BTU that you need will highly depend on your pool size. The larger it is the higher BTU your pool requires for your gas heater.Ready for water in 30 minutes, simply spread out on level ground, inflate the top ring, fill the pool with water, and enjoy the fun In fact, using a pool cover is far and away the best way to significantly cut down on pool heating costs. A 0.9mm PVC material is used on the body of the mat. The PVC compound takes in the sun’s heat quite well without warping or wearing out. The mat is around ten pounds in weight before the proper connectors for hoses are added to the ends of its surface. How Effective Are These Choices? Note: If choosing this option, we strongly recommend getting an Intex branded electric pump to ensure it’s compatible with your Intex filtration system. Simple hook up, compatible with filter pump up to 1/2 HP or pump flow rate less than 2500 gal/hr. (9463 l/hr.)

The panel has a mount and legs that can be adjusted to angle it optimally for maximum heat absorption from the sun. Solar pool heaters are perfect for really hot climates as they can also be used to cool the water during epically hot streaks of weather. The cycle is reversed, with water flowing up to the panels when the sun is down, cooling the water.

Yes. If you live in a climate where you need to heat the pool for maximum use, this is possible. Keep in mind though, that the pool heater will likely cost almost as much as the pool itself! Solar pool heaters take longer to warm the pool, and unlike gas or electricity, which heat reliably and consistently, they aren’t as efficient in areas that don’t get lots of sunshine. Let’s assume you are properly using a cover for your above-ground swimming pool. Using a solar pool cover is crucial because it helps retain heat—whether the sun or your heater is doing the heating—when the pool is not in use, whether during the day or overnight. The two companies make helpful pool heaters that are easy to set up for keeping your pool warm. But there are also some differences between the two that deserve to be noticed just as well. How Do These Two Models Work? Designed specifically to work with Intex filter pumps, the solar mat is an efficient and cheap way to keep your pool running at a comfortable temperature.

GAME has upgraded this solar panel system in recent years, adding multiple adapters for different pool sizes (this was a recurring issue with pool owners in the past), and as mentioned earlier, this curved solar panel can work with just about any kind of above-ground pool. So, you have bought an above ground pool, probably an Intex type pool, that sits on your lawn. You have filled it with water, connected up the filter pump and you and your family are all ready to climb that ladder and step in. But then you hear “it’s freezing cold! I am not going in that!”. The controls of the Raypak 106A are an analog dial which is about as simple as it gets for deciding on the temperature of the pool. Flip the switch on to turn on the unit, select the desired temperature, and the machine goes to work immediately, heating the water. The heater uses a 47×47-inch mat for heating use. The unit works with a solar powered-setup to allow the water inside the mat to heat up. Having a solar heating system installed to heat an Intex pool can be quite expensive to set up initially, but with no operating costs and tax incentives you can get for having one ( depends on your state), it can be all worth it.

Average air temperature during cold months of pool use – desired pool temperature = Target temperature rise

While you can use either gas or propane, having a gas line installed is a far better option as propane tanks are heavy and cumbersome to replace, not to mention propane is considerably more expensive. SOLAR POOL HEATER – The SunHeater Solar Pool Heating System allows you to capture free heat from the sun’s rays to effectively raise your pool water temperature. It’s an efficient and... The SunHeater Above Ground Pool Solar Panels are our favorite solar pool heaters thanks to the large size and ease of installation. Plus, saving money on energy bills is pretty awesome, too! Designed for pools that are no larger than 8,000 gallons, the Game SolarPro soaks up the sun and transfers that heat to your pool. Reviewers found that the heater worked best when paired with a bypass kit (sold separately).These heaters are pretty easy to set up and are much nicer and easier to maintain that the gas and electric powered alternative. In fact they are the only reasonable and cheap heater option on the market right now. EXTENDS POOL SEASON – Your pool’s pump pushes the water through the panel’s many tubes where it’s warmed by the sun and then returned into the pool. This system can raise the water temperature...