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- The Polaris is a light duty, fully condensing high efficiency commercial gas water heater. It can provide endless hot water and can be used for a combination of domestic hot water and space heating.
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A.O. Smith® Polaris® Gas Water Heater, High-Efficiency, Series: BTS-199, 199000 Btu/hr Heating, Natural Gas, 50 gal Tank, Power Direct Vent, 3 in Vent, 6.95 gpm, 253 gph at 90 deg Rise Recovery, 96% Energy Efficient, 1 in Water Connection, 150 psi, Ultra Low NOx: Yes, ASME(Yes/No): No, 444 Stainless Steel, 22 in Dia x 62-3/4 in H
- Up to 96% thermal efficiency which saves money on operating costs
- Helical internal heat exchanger keeps hot combustion gases in the tank longer to extract more heat into the water
- Ultra quiet blower and burner to minimize noise
- Advanced Electronic Controls that feature a large touch screen display, precise temperature control and advanced water heater status and diagnostics
- Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve
- Fuel TypeNatural GasHeating Capacity199,000 BTU/hrTall or ShortTallTank Capacity50 galUltra Low NOxYesVent TypePower DirectASME(Yes / No)NoDimensions22 in Dia x 62-3/4 in HEnergy Efficiency96ManufacturerA.O. SmithManufacturer #100279588Material444 Stainless SteelPressure Rating150 psiRecovery Rate253 gph at 90 deg RiseSeriesBTS-199Vent Size3Water Connection1 in