Benefits of Braemar Ducted Gas Heating
Natural ducted gas heating, the ultimate in safety, reliability and energy efficiency.
- Cheaper to run and reaches desired temperatures much faster when compared to reverse cycle heating.
- Flexible zoning options provide complete control over your individual comfort needs by heating only parts of the house in use which can save you up to an extra 60% on running costs8.
- Flexible installation for all types of homes and roof spaces.
- Ducted gas heating won’t dry your skin and eyes. It’s a different kind of cosy warmth.
- Better for the environment with low CO² emissions15.
The future of home heating
Australians love natural gas. Almost half of all household energy in Australia is provided by gas6. It’s a reliable, cost effective energy for the appliances we use for cooking, heating and hot water. The great news is there are changes afoot with plans to rollout green hydrogen into the supply chain to households.
When used as a fuel, hydrogen’s only by-product is water. This flexible, safe and storable fuel can be used to blend with or replace natural gas to heat homes and for cooking. It produces no carbon emissions when used as a fuel. Hydrogen is also hugely versatile and has many other uses in industry and transport, all of which will bring us closer to a net zero emissions future, right here in Australia.
What’s exciting is that hydrogen blended with natural gas is the first step to this zero emissions future in Australia and it is currently being trialed in selected communities across Australia by leading gas suppliers. Importantly it will be rolled out into various gas networks within the next 5 to 10 years.
At Seeley International, we have been working with leading industry authorities to ensure our gas heating products are “hydrogen-ready”, to perform at their best using hydrogen blends to provide the same cosy warmth and whole of home comfort that millions of Australians expect and have been experiencing every winter with Braemar, for generations.
So, when clean and green, renewable hydrogen gas blend is available in your neighbourhood in the near future, you can be assured that your Braemar gas heating system will perform at its best and is compliant with all Australian Safety Standards and regulations3.
Built by Australians, for the Australian climate
Seeley International is proudly a 100% Australian owned company, designing and manufacturing world-leading air conditioning products for Australia and the world. As Australia’s largest air conditioning manufacturer, we are a global leader in developing ingenious, energy-efficient cooling and heating products.
Being made in Australia, you can rely on build quality, availability of parts and after sales service. We’re extremely passionate, and dedicated to strengthening the Australian economy, supporting local employment and building on the skills of our workforce.
Features and Benefits of Braemar Ducted Gas Heating Technology
Maximum efficiency with our InShot BurnerTM
Thorough air/gas mixing for clean, efficient combustion.
No pilot light ensures the heater works everytime
- Electronic ignition guarantees reliable ignition
- No standing pilot saves wasted gas when heater is not being used.
Whisper quiet operation with variable speed combustion fan
Combustion fan effectively expels all combustion gases outside.
Use less energy with heater output modulation
Our Modulating Gas Control can burn from 100% gas rate all the way down to 6% gas rate on our 7 star equivalent2 heater range when zoned.7
Australian Gas Association (AGA) tested and certifiedTM
- Multi level safety controls standard on all of our ducted gas heaters.
- Integrated control system monitors all heater, flame sensor and safety functions.
Flexible installation for all types of homes
- Unit can be safely installed inside the roof, under the floor or outside the house.
- Ducts can be installed in the ceiling or under the floor.
- Two-piece configuration means easy installation.
Maximum energy efficiency with Ecostar® Tri-ActionTM heat exchanger
- Standard on TQM6, TQS6 and TQS7 series ducted gas heaters.
- Maximum heat transfer in minimum space.
- Corrosion resistant.
Use less electricity with our Inverter motor
- Australia’s first and only inverter motor for ducted gas heating, available on the 7 star equivalent2 range only.
- Designed to distribute warm air via ducts quickly, effectively and discreetly.
- Save on running costs.
Why you should choose ducted gas heating
Throughout the cooler months, it is vital for the health of you and your loved ones to have a consistent warm, comfortable environment. Ducted gas heating offers a reliable, comfortable, instant and constant heat.
If you are undertaking a renovation, or have an older inefficient system, there are many compelling reasons to stay with, or change to, ducted gas heating. Ducted gas heating has advanced considerably in the last 20 years, providing significant efficiency savings and performance improvements. Replacing an old system with a new Braemar ducted gas heating solution can deliver you significant savings on your energy bills.
Replace your old heater and SAVE!
Savings per year compared to an older 1.5 star ducted gas heater4
Note: Zoning an upgraded heater can bring further energy cost savings. Ask your Braemar Dealer for further details.
The world’s most energy efficient conventional ducted gas heaters
Boasting Australia’s first and only inverter motor for ducted gas heating, Braemar’s 7 star equivalent ducted gas heaters have the lowest running costs – by far!
Ecostar® 7.0 star equivalent2
- Engineered for ultimate efficiency
- Suitable for internal installations
- Zoned-heating capability
- Not available with Add-On Cooling
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Star Ratings Explained
Energy efficiency made easy
In Australia, there is an Energy Rating Labelling scheme to help customers choose energy efficient appliances.
More stars, more savings
The higher the number of stars on the rating label, the more efficient the appliance, meaning greater annual savings on your running costs.
One star = 10% saving4
On average an increase of one star means an average usage saving of approximately 10%.
Highest star rating
Braemar has developed heaters that measure at a higher efficiency than the maximum 6 star rating stated by the Australian Standard.
7 Star equivalent explained
Using the Australian Standard system, the Australian Gas Association (AGA) report calculates that Braemar has a 7 star equivalent ducted gas heater.
Independently tested
All Braemar ducted gas heaters have been independently tested in an AGA NATA accredited testing laboratory.
Upgrade your selected star rating and see your savings grow every year
Compared to a 3 star ducted gas heater4
New home build or installing a new heating system
Braemar has the highest efficiency star ratings in Australia for ducted gas heating1
Ducted gas heating provides many advantages over reverse cycle
These include:
- Ducted gas heating offers an instant, cosy heat with less drying of the air. Reverse cycle air conditioning tends to
produce dry air that can irritate the eyes, nose and skin. - Running cost savings.
- Warms your whole home quickly by producing much warmer air temperatures from your outlets than reverse cycle.
- Most ducted gas heaters are quieter as they are mounted in the roof space, out of sight and without troublesome
noise for you or your neighbours. - Ducted gas heating operates independently of how cold it gets outside and therefore provides constant, cosy
performance at all times. - Whole of home heating with flexible zoning options.
Cost effective
Savings of $368 per year when compared to reverse cycle4.
Better performance
Reverse cycle works less efficiently when outside temperature drops. Ducted gas efficiency remains steady.
Instant warmth
Ducted gas reaches desired temperature much faster than reverse cycle.
Comfortable air
Ducted gas heating won’t dry your skin and eyes. It’s a different kind of cosy warmth.
Save up to an extra 60% on running costs with zone control
Zoning your home’s new ducted gas heating system can deliver up to 60% more savings8 on top of your star rating choice when you select the gas heater unit. Heating only selected rooms or zones in your home when you want to, means you aren’t paying for heating certain areas of your home unnecessarily.
Touch Screen Technology
Smart, sophisticated and incredibly intuitive, your MagIQtouch® controller is an upgrade from the Braemar manual controller and makes operating your Braemar ducted gas heating system so simple. Control the temperature, fan speed and many more features on a user-friendly touch screen.
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Touchscreen functionality
All functions & operations are only a touch away with the easily navigated interface.
Switch to Cooling
Quickly switch to cooling. Add-On Cooling options available to complement your ducted gas heating system.
Zone your home
Switch between zones in your home and control the heating settings in each zone. Save running costs by switching zones off8.
Program Mode
Programmable 7 day, 4 time period program, customisable to suit your lifestyle (including a temporary over-ride function).
Useful Settings
Access features such as child lock, quiet mode1 and servicing information.
Stylish Design
Sleek screen styling to fit in to any home décor.
Controller Upgrade Options
If you choose a MagIQtouch® controller you receive a touchscreen that is hardwired into your home, fixed to your wall, where it best suits your needs. This model of MagIQtouch® controller can be upgraded to a Wi-Fi enabled touchscreen.
Controller Upgrade Option 1
Wi-Fi Enabled Touchscreen:
- Take complete control of your comfort at home, at all times.
- Upgrade to a Wi-Fi module (sold separately) to work with your hard-wired MagIQtouch® Controller11 enabling you to control your heating directly from your personal device through our smart app.
- The Smart app11 is available on Android and IOS devices.
- Integrate into voice activated smart home controls like Google Home13 and Amazon Alexa12
Controller Upgrade Option 2
Wireless Touchscreen14:
- Battery operated Wireless Controller using Radio Frequency technology.
- Ideal for renovations, or where access for cabling is limited.
- Easier to install, the RF option also provides up to 2 primary controllers.
- Can control the entire system from 2 locations, rather than 1; an ideal solution for larger, or two storey homes.
A ducted gas heating system includes a number of essential components:
- The heater itself;
- Insulated ducts that carry air from and to the heater;
- Vents (also known as grilles or registers) that spread air into individual rooms and return air to the heater; and
- A thermostat.
Gas heaters work by passing cold air over a heat exchanger, which is warmed by gas combustion. The warmed air is then pushed through ducts into the home via a series of vents in the ceiling or floor. A thermostat is installed in the main living area. This senses the air temperature inside the home and sends a signal to the heater to cycle on, or off, to maintain the desired temperature. The products of combustion are all discharged safely outside the home, via a flue.
1. 3 to 6 star, and 7 star equivalent products for ducted gas heating.
2. Star rating equivalent. Based on Australian Gas Association’s results calculated in accordance with the testing methodology in AS/NZS5263.1.6:2020
3. Seeley International gas appliances at point of manufacture date, will comply with all relevant Australian Regulatory Standards, for use of current industry approved hydrogen/natural gas blends at that time.
4. Data is based on: Gas price = 2.19 c/MJ • House Size – 240 m² x 2.4m ceiling height • Operation hours per year • 600 hrs (100 days at 6 hrs per day) – based on AS/NZS5263.1.6:2020 House Heat load – 0.2 MJ/h/m³ – based on AS/NZS5263.1.6:2020 • Annual Energy Consumption (AEC) for different star rated heaters based on AS/NZS5263.1.6:2020 • 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 6.8 and 7 star equivalent rated ducted gas heating systems. Note: These figures may vary for individual situations due tovariation in factors such as gas price, house size and insulation, heater usage patterns, the area heated, how long you run the heating for, your thermostat settings, your local climate etc.
6. Source: https://renewable-gas.com.au.
7. Zoning is an optional extra cost. TQ3 and TQD3 models: zoning is not available.
8. Actual savings achieved will depend on the number of zones and controls installed, actual zone usage pattern, temperature settings, outside temperature, house size and room layout, house insulation, number of outlets, zone system design. Zoning savings are based on: • A range of assumed zone configurations, usage profiles and zone set-temperatures, with energy consumption reduced due to not heating the whole house all of the time. • Individual zone temperature control (a single MagIQtouch® controller in combination with air temperature sensors, or multiple MagIQtouch® controllers).
9. TQ3 and TQD3 models: night quiet mode and zoning is not available, and fan speed is not user-adjustable.
10. Zoning is an optional extra. Heating in each zone is subject to having air sensors or additional MagIQtouch controllers.
11. Requires MagIQtouch® wall control, MagIQtouch® Wi-Fi smart kit and MagIQtouch® account to operate. Additional costs may apply.
12. Requires Wi-Fi, Amazon Account and a compatible device. Additional costs may apply.
13. Requires Wi-Fi, Google Account and a compatible device. Google and Google Home are trademarks of Google LLC. Additional costs may apply.
14. MagIQtouch Wi-Fi Module is not compatible with MagIQtouch® Wireless Controller. Existing installations including a MagIQtouch controller may need to be upgraded if purchasing the Wi-Fi module. Additional costs may apply.
15. Low emissions information taken from: https://www.yourhome.gov.au/energy/heating-and-cooling.
