
Coates 5.5 kW ST Series Electric Spa Heater, 240V, 12406ST
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Quick overview
- 5.5 kW output 18772 BTUH of heat from a 240 volt single phase supply.
- Compact cabinet 4 inch wide by 14 inch deep by 17-1/2 inch high, so it fits where a gas heater will not.
- Union connections 1-1/2 inch by 2 inch unions for PVC pipe, so the heater comes out without cutting.
- Wide flow range Rated for 15 to 80 gpm.
- Electric, no gas line No flue, no gas run and no combustion air to plan for.
- Circuit sizing is known 23 amps draw, 30 amp maximum breaker, 10 AWG wire.
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Product details
The Coates 12406ST is an ST Series electric spa heater rated at 5.5 kW, or 18772 BTUH, on a 240 volt single phase supply.
Electrical
The heater draws 23 amps, takes a 30 amp maximum breaker and is wired with 10 AWG. That is a dedicated circuit, and it is the item worth pricing before the heater, because the run from the panel is often the larger part of an electric heater install.
Plumbing and flow
Water connections are 1-1/2 inch by 2 inch unions for PVC pipe, so the heater unions off the line for service rather than being cut out. The rated flow range is 15 to 80 gpm, which covers the pump sizes normally found on a spa or small pool.
Size
The cabinet is 4 inch wide, 14 inch deep and 17-1/2 inch high. A gas heater of comparable duty needs a flue, combustion air and a gas run. This one needs a circuit and two unions, which is why electric is the usual answer on tight equipment pads and indoor spa rooms.
| Brand | Coates |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | 12406ST |
| Type | Electric spa heater, ST Series |
| Heat output | 5.5 kW |
| Heat output BTUH | 18772 |
| Voltage rating | 240 V, 1-Phase |
| Current | 23 A |
| Maximum breaker size | 30 A |
| Wire size | 10 AWG |
| Water connection | 1-1/2 inch x 2 inch union for PVC pipe |
| Flow rate | 15 to 80 gpm |
| Cabinet width | 4 inch |
| Cabinet depth | 14 inch |
| Cabinet height | 17-1/2 inch |
| Shipping weight | 18.65 lb |
| Ships | Parcel |
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