PBN 02 Power Fin 1501

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Gas Fired
Boilers

LOW
NOX

88% Thermal Efficiency
Compact Design
Multiple Venting Options
Category II Venting

by Lochinvar

®

The High-Efficiency,
High-Output Compact Boiler

as inducing a continuous flow of cooling air around the
combustion chamber. Pre-purge and post-purge cycles
provide added protection, while a pressurized, sealed
chamber prevents spillage of gas and combustion
by-products.

The Power-Fin’s unique approach to boiler design means
benefits everyone will enjoy. For the installer, it means
lighter weight and easier servicing. And end-users
everywhere will appreciate the significant energy savings
and fast, accurate response to the call for heat.
What’s more, unit capacities range as high as 1,000,000
Btu/hr but require just 5.75 sq. ft. of floor space. Only the
Power-Fin—with its high efficiency output—can offer
such heavyweight performance in a boiler so compact.
Here’s how.

Diagnostic Systems And Controls
To ensure fail-safe operation, every major function of the
Power-Fin is automatically controlled and checked by a
convenient plug-in control panel with advanced diagnostic
features. A series of relays, warning lights and proving
switches continually monitor each phase of the system’s
operation.

Unique Circular Copper-Fin® Heat Exchanger
At the heart of this unit is our circular Power-Fin heat
exchanger. Using a special process, the outer wall of the
copper tube is precision extruded to form exactly 7 fins per
inch. The result is an
integrated
design with a
heat transfer
ratio that is 9
times greater
than ordinary copper
tubing.
To create the combustion
chamber, these highly
efficient copper tubes are
secured by two high-grade
cast iron headers in
a circular pattern—
completely surrounding the
flame. This not only
ensures optimum
efficiency, it also
eliminates the need for
a bulky refractory lining.
Finally, the entire assembly is hydrostatically-tested, ASME
stamped and approved for 160 psi working pressure.

These not only warn against boiler failure, they actually
help pinpoint the source of any problems—from
combustion air or low gas pressure, to water temperature or
water flow.
We also designed the Power-Fin with our own fuel-saving
Hot Surface Ignition. And a convenient built-in temperature
resistant glass viewing port allows for visual checks of
ignition and burner operation.

Compact, Accessible Design
The Power-Fin gives you the best of both worlds:
high efficiency and a compact design. In fact, our one
million Btu/hr system requires just 5.75 square feet of floor
space—making it a designer’s dream. Plus, its high
efficiency and unique circular heat exchanger eliminates the
need for a bulky refractory lining. So at just over 700
pounds, it’s an installers’ dream too.
For added flexibility, the Power-Fin is approved for zero
clearance installations and offers five convenient venting
options from which to choose. Both vertical and horizontal
direct-vent sealed combustion configurations are available,
as well as venting for outdoor applications.
The Power-Fin is designed for faster servicing, too. The
bolted header inspection cover on all models can be easily
removed for field inspection of tube interiors. And the entire
heat exchanger can be removed through the front of the
boiler.

The Advantages Of Sealed Combustion
Another feature contributing to the remarkable efficiency
of the Power-Fin boiler is its unique combination of a sealed
chamber and fan-assisted combustion. This design allows the
amount of intake air to be precisely metered to match gas
input for better, cleaner and more complete combustion. And
the unique burner design projects flames in a full 360° pattern.
The combustion air fan serves a dual function by
providing the exact volume of combustion air as well

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Modular Flexibility

Pressure Drop Chart
18
17
16
15
14
13
12

BT
U/
HR

11
10

00
0,
25

5

Model
Number

Fuel
Savings
Over 5
Years

PBNO250

250,000

187,500

220,000

32,500

$320

$1,599

PBNO500

500,000

375,000

440,000

65,000

640

3,198

PBNO750

750,000

562,500

660,000

97,500

959

4,797

PBN1000 1,000,000

750,000

880,000

130,000

1,279

6,396

0

1,

7

BT

00

0,

8
6

Boiler Output Boiler Output
Btu
Btu/hr
@ 75%
@ 88%
Savings
Year One
Rated
Thermal
Thermal
per Hour
Fuel
Input
Efficiency
Efficiency of Operation Savings

U/
HR

0

9

00

FT / HD

With input capacities from 250,000 to 1,000,000, Btu/hr
there’s a Power-Fin boiler to meet every need. And our
exclusive Mod-U-PakTM sequencer gives you the flexibility
to create larger systems. As demand increases, additional
units can easily be added for greater flexibility.
A single sequencing controller monitors and provides
stage-firing for up to eight separate boilers. Multiple devices
can even be combined to control more units—for virtually
unlimited capacity. This makes it possible to meet peak
demands, while also reducing system wear and achieving
maximum energy savings during off-peak periods.

4
3
2
1
0

0

5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100

Boiler Temperature Rise Chart
95
90

Fuel savings calculated a $0.66 per therm.
Based on 1500 hours of operation per year.

85
80
75

Power-Fin Performance
T TEMPERATURE RISE

70

What’s more, the Power-Fin operates condensate-free
with boiler water temperatures as low as 150°F or, when
combined with a simple external piping by-pass
arrangement, at system temperatures as low as 80°F with no
damage to the boiler.
With it’s instantaneous response and high heat transfer
ratio, the Power-Fin is ideal for water source heat pump
systems. In fact—thanks to a small footprint, 88% thermal
efficiency, and greater installation options—the Power-Fin
is perfect for almost every application. And it’s only
available from Lochinvar.

65
60
55
50
45

1000

40
35
30

750

25
20

500

15
10

250

5
0

0

5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100

GPM

Venting Options

Conventional Vent:
Power-Fin may be vented
into a conventional flue
or vent breaching if it
is convenient and
cost-effective. Requires
Category II venting.

Through-Wall Vent:
Provides a quick and easy
means of installation when
no vent stack is readily
available.

Direct Vent/Sealed
Combustion:
Combustion air is drawn
into the heater from
out-of-doors, then exhaust
is vented back out through
the same wall. Especially
good for contaminated
indoor air situations.

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Vertical Vent/Sealed
Combustion:
Provides the advantages of
direct venting in a vertical
configuration.

Outdoor:
An all-weather system for
even the most rugged
outdoor applications. Use
when space is not available
or when outdoor location
provides better access to hot
water point-of-use.

Power-Fin® Boilers Dimensions & Specifications
F

23"
FRONT

ELEC.
CONN.

VIEWING PORT

GAS
CONN.

BACK VIEW

FOR EASE IN ORDERING
BY MODEL NUMBER
PB N 0250 F9

VENT DIA.
OUTLET

INLET

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A

6"

TOP VIEW

36"

INLET
DIA.

This is a 250,000 Btu/hr
natural gas Power-Fin boiler
with F9 firing controls.

D
E

11 1/2"

Model
Btu/hr
Number Input
PBN0250
250,000
PBN0500
500,000
PBN0750
750,000
PBN1000 1,000,000

Btu/hr
Output
220,000
440,000
660,000
880,000

A
34"
41-1/2"
52-1/2"
60-1/2"

D
16-1/4"
24-1/4"
33-1/4"
41-1/4"

E
20-1/4"
26-1/2"
25-1/2"
28-1/2"

F
5"
5"
6-1/2"
8-1/2"

G
28-1/4"
35-1/2"
40-1/4"
47-1/2"

Gas
Conn.
3/4"
1"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"

Air Inlet Shipping
Size
Weight
8"
460
10"
520
12"
615
14"
650

Conventional†
5"
7"
9"
10"

† Requires Category II venting material.
* Requires factory supplied venting material.
** Requires factory supplied venting material and concentric

Notes: Change ‘N’ to ‘L’ to denote L.P. models. All water connections are 2”.
U.S. and Foreign patent numbers 3650248 and 4723513
Performance data based on manufacturer test results.

combustion air intake piping (Inlet diameter).

Standard Features
• 88% Thermal Efficiency
• Aquastat with Adjustable Differential
• Sequential & Diagnostic Control Panel
• Radial Stainless Steel Burner
• Low NOx Operation Exceeds the most
Stringent Air Quality Requirements
• ASME Copper Finned Tube Heat Exchanger
• 160 PSI Working Pressure
• Glass-Lined Water Surfaces
• Two Water Temperature Gauges (inlet/outlet)
• Redundant Gas Valves
• Main Gas Pressure Regulator
• Low Gas Pressure Switch
• High & Low Air Pressure Switches
• Hot Surface Ignition
• Adjustable High Limit with Manual Reset

VENT DIAMETER
Through Wall* Direct Vent**
4"
4"
6"
6"
8"
8"
10"
10'

Optional Equipment
• Down Stream Test Cock
• Zero Clearance to Combustible Materials
• ASME Pressure Relief Valve
• Flow Switch
• Small Footprint
• 24 Volt Control System
• Barometric Damper
• 10 Year Limited Warranty on Heat Exchanger

Available Firing Systems
F9
F13
F14
F7

Hot Surface Ignition with
Electronic Supervision (Standard)
Factory Mutual (FM)
Industrial Risk Insurers (IRI)
(PB 0500 - 1000)
California Code

• Alarm Bell
• Contacts for Air Louvers
• Contacts on any Failure
• Cupro-Nickel Heat Exchanger
• High or Low Gas Pressure Switch
• Indoor/Outdoor Control
• Low Water Cut-Off
• Pump Relay
• Solenoid Gas Valve
• Time Clock
Mod-U-Pak Sequencer
• 2-6 Stage
• 7-10 Stage
• Indoor/Outdoor Reset

Lochinvar Corporation • 300 Maddox Simpson Pkwy • Lebanon, TN 37090 • 615-889-8900 / Fax: 615-547-1000
www.Lochinvar.com
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