The use of heat pumps has recently become very popular among hot tub users. There are many advantages to this accessory, let’s see which are the most important.
- Energy Efficiency: Heat pumps are known for their energy efficiency compared to traditional heating methods like electric resistance heaters or gas heaters. They can extract heat from the surrounding air or water, concentrate it, and transfer it to the hot tub water, requiring less electricity to heat the water. Wellis Smart-In-Step built-in heat pump can operate from -5 °C up to +40 °C, which results in a 70-75% heating energy saving. Excellent performance from a heat pump!
- Cost Savings: Due to their energy efficiency, heat pumps can lead to lower energy bills over time, saving you money on heating your hot tub. A 70-75% heating energy saving will be reflected in the bill total.
- Environmentally Friendly: Heat pumps produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to other heating methods, making them a more environmentally friendly option. Environmental protection is important to Wellis, which is why we have created our Smart-in-Step accessory, which has a built-in heat pump.
- Consistent Heating: Heat pumps can maintain a consistent temperature in your hot tub, ensuring that you always have a comfortable and enjoyable experience without fluctuations in water temperature.
- Longevity: Heat pumps typically have a longer lifespan than traditional heaters, reducing the need for frequent replacements and maintenance costs.
Wellis Smart-In Step has a built-in 3 kW heat pump, which can be stored under the step. The heat pump can operate from -5 °C up to +40 °C, which results in a 70-75% heating energy saving. We have created storage compartments inside the stairs, and it is also possible to charge mobile phones and light up around the steps. Using the heat pump accessory could be a very useful for the above reasons.
How long does it take to heat a hot tub with a heat pump?
The heat pump can heat the hot tub water in an environmentally friendly way. This accessory should usually require between 24 and 72 hours to heat a hot tub by 11°C, which is an extraordinary achievement. The required heating time of your hot tub depends on many factors. These are the air temperature, the size of the heat pump and the hot tub, the current water temperature, and of course the desired water temperature. and use of a solar blanket. Also, whether you use a cover on your hot tub makes a difference.
Using the heat pump accessory could be a very useful for the above reasons. Get the Wellis Smart-In Step from our website and use it with your hot tub for an* environmentally friendly life!