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Electric Tankless Water Heaters
Bosch Tronic 5000C and 6000C Whole House Series
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Whole House Electric Tankless Water Heaters
Bosch Tronic 5000C/6000C Models WH36, WH27, WH17
These whole house electric tankless water heaters offer the perfect solution for a wide range of commercial and residential applications. Click on the map icon to the left to view the recommended climate zone map for selecting the correct model for your needs.
Product Overview
The compact and powerful WH36, WH27 & WH17 electric tankless water heaters can be installed virtually anywhere for commercial or residential applications. Advantages include 97 % efficiency with minimal stand-by loss and a built-in flow sensor to ensure a constant output temperature to deliver endless hot water for 1-3 major applications at a time.*
* Dependent on location and model used.
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Features & Benefits
- Provides endless hot water for 1-3 major applications at a time*
- 97 % efficiency rating
- Compact & lightweight
- Electronic flow sensor
- Element modulation provides a constant output temperature
- Filter screen on inlet
- Improved temperature stability & control
- Enhanced scale resistance
*Dependent on location and model used.
Common Applications
- Commercial tenant improvements (ie: office suite with an attached bathroom / shower)
- Garage apartments
- In-law suites
- Smaller homes
Bosch Tronic 5000C WH36
- 5-year limited warranty on the heating modules.
- 2-year limited warranty on other component parts.
Bosch Tronic 6000C WH17 & WH27
- 5-year limited warranty on the heating modules.
- 2-year limited warranty on other component parts.
Bosch Tronic 5000C and 6000C Whole House Series | Bosch Tronic 5000C WH36 | Bosch Tronic 6000C WH27 | Bosch Tronic 6000C WH17 |
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Applications | Whole House | Whole House | Whole House |
GPM Output @ Temp Rise of 75°F Rise | 3.3 GPM | 2.4 GPM | 1.6 GPM |
GPM Output @ Temp Rise of 60°F Rise | 4.1 GPM | 3.0 GPM | 2.0 GPM |
GPM Output @ Temp Rise of 45°F Rise | 5.4 GPM | 3.5 GPM | 2.3 GPM |
Input (High/Low Setting, kW) | 36.0 kW | 26.85 kW | 17.25 kW |
Activation Flow Rate | 0.6 GPM | 0.8 GPM | 0.6 GPM |
Water Pressure Range | 14.5 - 150 psi | 15 - 150 psi | 15 - 150 psi |
Thermal Efficiency | 97 % | 97 % | 97 % |
Volts* | 208-240 VAC | 208-240 VAC | 208-240 VAC |
Amps | |||
USA | 180 (3 x 60 A) | 120 (3 x 40 A*) | 80 (2 x 40 A) |
Canada | 175 (1 x 175 A)†† | 120 (1 x 120A) † | 80 (1 x 80 A) † |
Minimum Wire Size | |||
USA | 6 AWG (6 conductors + ground) | 8 AWG (6 conductors + ground) | 8 AWG (4 conductors + ground) |
Canada | 1/0 AWG | 2 AWG (2 conductors + ground) | 4 AWG (2 conductors + ground) |
Dimensions | 20" x 12½ x 4½" | 15¼" x 12½ x 4½" | 15½" x 12½ x 4½" |
Weight | 26.5 lbs. | 22 lbs. | 20 lbs. |
Water Fittings | ¾" Male NPT | ¾" Male NPT | ¾" Male NPT |
Recommended Minimum Installation Clearances | |||
Top | 12" | 12" | 12" |
Bottom | 6" | 6" | 6" |
Sides | 0" | 0" | 0" |
Front | 12" | 12" | 12" |
^Specs are based on 240 V. Lesser voltage (220 V or 208 V) will result in reduced output
GPM: gallons per minute
NOTE: The unit will not provide an output temperature above 131˚F
IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
* The WH36 requires 180 amp circuit protection through three 60-amp circuit breakers. Your house MUST have at least 300 amp service.
** The WH27 requires 120 amps of electricity. This would be supplied through three 40-amp double-pole breakers in your breaker box. Your house MUST have at least 200 amp service.
*** The WH17 requires 80 amps of electricity. This would be supplied through two 40-amp double-pole breakers in your breaker box. Your house MUST have at least 150 amp service.
† In Canada unit must be wired to a single breaker. AE Canada Kit required.
†† In Canada the WH36 must be wired to an Engle 175 amp breaker. AE Canada Kit required.