The Remeha µ-chp
based on a combi boiler with stirling engine
Ir. P.Gelderloos Ing. M.J.Bijkerk
Content:
Technology
Specifications/comparison with condensing boiler
Savings, results field test
Status of the project
Market introduction
Issues to work on
Technology
The “free piston stirling
engine” (FPSE)
Requirements in comparison with condensing boiler:
To compete with the condensing boiler, the µ-chp should:
• be very reliable
• have higher savings on costs and energy (CO2)
• be applicable on the same location and in the same installation as a wall hung condensing boiler
• have the same level of comfort.
• have a Pay back 5 years compared to the condensing boiler (5 years after introduction)
Average week loadcurve:
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Specifications
• Dimensions 900x490x420
• Wall hung (solo/combi)
• Electrical output: 1 kW
• Thermal output on stirling 5 kW
• Total thermal output: 28 kW
• 1 to 1 replacement
• Same connections as condensing combi boiler
Savings, results fieldtest
Average results after one year: expected realised possible
Electricity production: 2250kWh 2103kWh 2356kWhReference gas demand : 1562m3 1562m3 1562m3
Electricity/heat ratio : 16,3% 18,9% 18,9%
Savings on energy bill € 300,00 € 311,00 € 342,00
Savings CO2 746 kg 836 kg
Status and planning
Rough planning course development HR-E
nov-06
dec-06
Q1 2007
Q2 2007
Q3 2007
Q4 2007
Q1 2008
Q2 2008
Q3 2008
Q4 2008
Q1 2009
Q22009
1e series concept models
Testing concept models
Preparation first technical field test
technical field test(incl. delivery and evaluation)
DFM
Commercial field test
Commercial available
Issues to work on (EU)
Labeling system
Standards concerning the house installation.
Smart metering
Fair export tariff
Grants for the end user to be available in the first 4 to 5 years