Introducing Our Propane R290 Residential Heat Pump: Efficient Heating and 75°C Hot Water

Why Choose R290 Refrigerant Heat Pumps?

You’ve heard of air source heat pumps. But have you met R290 refrigerant heat pumps? They’re the new eco-friendly heroes of home heating.

• Zero-carbon coolant
  R290 (propane) is natural. It boasts a global warming potential (GWP) of just 3. Classic refrigerants can be 500–2,000x worse.
• High-temperature performance
  Most heat pumps stop around 55°C. Ours pushes to 75°C. Hot showers? Sorted.
• Energy efficiency
  Expect a Coefficient of Performance (COP) around 4.2 at A7/W35. That means 1 kW of electricity gives you 4 kW of heat.

Simple. Effective. Green.

How Our Propane R290 Residential Heat Pump Works

Think of your heat pump as a fridge… in reverse. It draws warmth from outside air and pumps it indoors.

1. Evaporation
   Outside air heats up a R290 coil. The propane refrigerant evaporates.
2. Compression
   A motor compresses that gas. The pressure makes it even hotter.
3. Condensation
   The hot gas flows through a second coil indoors, releasing heat to radiators or underfloor pipes.
4. Expansion
   Back through an expansion valve, the refrigerant cools and the cycle starts again.

Voila. You get warm rooms and piping-hot water—up to 75°C—for showers, dishwashing, and central heating.

Benefits at a Glance

You want comfort. You want savings. You want to tread lightly on the planet. R290 refrigerant heat pumps tick all these boxes:

• Lower bills: Cut your heating costs by up to 60%.
• Reduced carbon footprint: Shrink your CO₂ emissions by 50–70%.
• Quiet operation: Modern compressors keep noise under 45 dB(A).
• Space-saving: Indoor units are compact.
• Year-round use: Chill in summer, heat in winter.

“Feels like a breath of fresh air,” says one home owner. And that’s no exaggeration.

Installation, Incentives & Services

Worried about the nitty-gritty? Don’t be.

At The Heat Pumps UK, we offer:

• Tailored system design
  We size your heat pump to match your home’s layout and heating needs.
• Expert installation and maintenance services
  Our engineers handle everything. From groundworks to final checks.
• Flexible finance options
  Spread the cost over months, not years.
• Government grants
  Tap into the UK’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme for up to £5,000 off.

All you do? Sit back and enjoy a warm home.

See R290 Heat Pump in Action

Real-World Performance: COP & Rees

You might ask, “What’s the COP & Rees on the device?” Great question.

• COP (Coefficient of Performance)
  Measured at A7/W35 (7°C outside, 35°C flow temperature), our unit achieves a COP of 4.2. At A2/W55, it still hits 3.7.
• Rees (Seasonal Efficiency)
  With 70°C water, Seasonal Performance Factor (SPF) is around 3.8. That’s industry-leading for high-temperature heat pumps.

In plain English: you use 1 kW of electricity and generate almost 4 kW of heat over a season. Nice.

Comparing R290 with Other Technologies

Let’s be real. There are plenty of heating options:

• Gas boilers
  Cheap upfront. High carbon.
• Traditional heat pumps (R410A, R32)
  Better eco-profile. Limited to 55°C water.
• Ground source heat pumps
  Ultra-efficient. Big upfront cost. Groundworks required.

Here’s where R290 refrigerant heat pumps shine:

• Eco edge
  GWP of 3 vs. R410A’s 2,088.
• Temperature reach
  Up to 75°C vs. 55°C on most models.
• Installation ease
  No trenches. Just plug & run with our expert installers.

We’re not saying other systems are rubbish. They have their place. But if you want high-temp hot water and a low-carbon footprint… R290 is the move.

Tackling Misconceptions

“I heard propane refrigerant is dangerous.”

True: propane is flammable. But our units are built to the highest safety standards:

• Leak detection sensors.
• Flame-arrestor devices.
• Certified by F-Gas and PED.

In fact, R290 is used in domestic fridges. It’s proven. Secure. Reliable.

Beyond the Pump: Content Meets Comfort

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Conclusion: Embrace the Future of Home Heating

R290 refrigerant heat pumps are more than a buzzword. They’re the next step in sustainable living.

• High-temperature hot water (75°C).
• COP up to 4.2.
• Government grants.
• Hassle-free installation.

Ready to ditch fossil fuels? Let’s chat.

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