Efficiency and cost analysis of a designed in-line water heating system compared to a conventional water heating system in South Africa

Authors

  • Rupert Gouws University of Cape Town
  • Estie le Roux

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2012/v23i3a3167

Keywords:

efficiency analysis, cost analysis, in-line water heating system, conventional water heating system, design and monitoring

Abstract

In this paper, the authors compares the efficiency and cost of a designed in-line water heating system with a conventional water heating system (geyser) in South Africa. The paper provides an overview on water heating systems and heating elements and provides the typical water consumption required by an average household in South Africa. A summary on the design of the in-line water heating system together with a system cost analysis is provided. The designed in-line water heating system takes the energy consumption, temperature and pressure into account during operation. The energy consumption and cost of the designed in-line water heating system is compared to a conventional water geyser. A cost analysis on the designed in-line water heating system, heat pumps and solar water heating systems are also provided. The energy consumption results showed that the conventional water geyser on average consumes 2.5% more energy to heat one litre of water from 15 °C to 60 °C, than the designed in-line water heating system to supply one litre of water at 60°C.

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Author Biography

  • Rupert Gouws, University of Cape Town
    Energy Research Centre Snr Research Officer

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Published

2012-08-01

How to Cite

Efficiency and cost analysis of a designed in-line water heating system compared to a conventional water heating system in South Africa. (2012). Journal of Energy in Southern Africa, 23(3), 9-15. https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2012/v23i3a3167