- Can the Camplux TEW08 run a whole house?
- No. At 8 kW it is a point-of-use heater for one fixture or a small shower in a mild climate. A whole home needs a much larger unit.
- What electrical circuit does it need?
- It runs on 240 V and needs a dedicated circuit sized for its 8 kW draw, plus proper grounding. A licensed electrician should confirm the breaker and wire gauge.
- Can it feed a shower?
- Yes, in warm climates with a low-flow head. In cold climates the incoming water is too cold for 8 kW to raise it to a comfortable shower temperature at normal flow.
- Does it need a tank or expansion tank?
- No tank is needed. It heats water as it flows, so there is no stored hot water and no tank to drain.
- How does it compare with a larger tankless unit?
- Larger 18 to 27 kW units deliver more hot water per minute and can serve several fixtures. This one is smaller, cheaper to wire and better suited to a single tap.
- Does hard water damage it?
- Scale can build on the heating element over time and reduce performance. In hard-water areas, plan on periodic descaling or a softener upstream.
- Where is the Camplux 8kW Tankless Electric Water Heater TEW08 cheapest?
- At Tractor Supply Co, for $179.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Camplux 8kW Tankless Electric Water Heater TEW08?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Tractor Supply Co, The Home Depot.