The Classic series Raypak Heat Pump pool heater is available in three power levels ranging from 95 to 133k BTU/hr. There are also two versions which are reversible enabling them to cool a pool in summer.

A heat pump may cost more than a gas heater to buy but they are extremely efficient devices which can be 3 to 4 times cheaper to run than natural gas and 6 to 7 times cheaper than propane. They are not as powerful, so cannot heat a pool as quickly, so are ideal if you heat your pool constantly.

The Raypak heat pump is built to Raypak’s usual high standard to give “rock solid performance at an affordable price” and to back this up it comes with a five year warranty.  All versions feature a titanium heat exchanger, to withstand pool chemistry and corrosion, using a Spiral Rifled design to maximize the surface area.

The cabinet is a polyester coated rugged steel construction. There are large air coils (made by Raypak themselves) to maximize the heating capability at low temperatures.

The Raypak heat pump requires a minimum of a 42 amp circuit which will require an electrician but it should cost less than a gas heater to install.

You can opt for digital or analog controls. Both allow you to set a separate pool and spa temperature and are compatible with remote controls. The analog control has 6 LEDs which tell you what is going on whilst the digital control has on board diagnostics which can provide detailed information to the owner or pool technician.  The Raypak documentation indicates that the digital version is superior but, strangely, the prices are the same.

The R6350ti-E-HC is the top of the range model that features a Heat-Cool switch. This turns the unit from heating the water to cooling it at the touch of a button. This model also has a defrost mode for use in the event of ice forming on the condensing coil.

If you are looking for a low cost, environmentally friendly way to heat your pool a heat pump is ideal. The Raypak heat pump is a great choice as it combines the latest technology with Raypak’s reliability at an attractive price. A Raypak heat pump should give you years of hassle free use of your pool. To see the Raypak Heat Pump brochure Click Here.

These heat pumps are not as widely available as many pool heaters featured on this site. They best price we could find (February 2012) was from INYOpools.com. We have no relationship with them but it may be worth a look.

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