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t0ny

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#323833 22-Jan-2026 19:09
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Hi, I have a new build and the gas plumber recommended that I install two infinity system, one on each end of the house as he figured that a single A26 unit is not sufficient for 4-5 bathroom house with washing machine, taps etc. Houses similar size in the area seem to have only one A26 unit so not sure if plumber is just upselling or actually true. I could consider upgrading to a single bigger unit but he insists that putting two will heat water faster and actually save on the water bill which would offset the initial cost (~3400 extra)

 

Thoughts?


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t0ny

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  #3455685 24-Jan-2026 22:03
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Thanks for the info shared by everyone. This is what i ended up doing:

 

  • Upgraded from single A26 to HD56 infinity to create more capacity. I did not do two units as it would have made upgrading to a different system much more expensive in the future.
  • Moved the HD56 closer to where majority of the showers are so we can get hot water quicker 
  • Upgraded to three phase power. I wasn't aware that we could split the three phase into single phases and combine them for more power hungry devices. The long term plan is to replace the HD56 with electric continuous hot water system once technology catches up and Iam ready to get rid of the gas cooktop

The one downside of three phase power is issues with solar if I try to sell power to the network but its a problem to be solved for another day.


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