The Raypak MVB® P-504A delivers 500,000 BTU/hr input energy to address the heating demands of commercial pool and spa facilities where floor space is restricted. At 5.4 square feet, this vertical unit fits compact equipment rooms without sacrificing the 83% thermal efficiency required for consistent temperature maintenance across indoor or outdoor applications. Fan-assisted combustion enables Low NOx operation while cupro-nickel fin tubes protect the heat exchanger against corrosive water conditions inherent to aquatic chemistry.
Constructed with bronze headers and integrated touchscreen controls, this natural gas model simplifies system setup and monitoring. The unit comes equipped with a standard external H-Bypass arrangement designed to manage water flow efficiently through the heating element. Power consumption aligns with 120VAC single-phase electrical supplies common in commercial infrastructure.
Installation and Technical Specifications
- Fuel Type: Natural Gas (Propane configurations require different part numbers)
- Gas Connection: 1" NPT pipe size
- Water Connection: 2" NPT pipe size
- Flow Rate: Maximum 100 GPM water flow
- Venting: 8" diameter flue compatible with Category I or III
- Elevation Rating: Tested for operation between 0 and 4,500 feet
Professional commercial installation is mandatory to ensure adherence to local gas, electrical, plumbing, and building codes. Proper system checks for gas pressure, available electric service, water flow requirements, and venting configuration must be confirmed before installing product number 014371. The manufacturer recommends verifying all site conditions to maintain optimal performance and warranty eligibility.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Raypak |
| Series | MVB® |
| Model | P-504A |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 014371 |
| Product Type | Commercial Pool & Spa Heater |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| BTU Input | 500,000 BTU/hr |
| Thermal Efficiency | 83% |
| Heat Exchanger | Cupro-Nickel Fin Tube |
| Header Material | Bronze |
| Bypass | Standard External H-Bypass |
| Combustion | Fan-Assisted, Low NOx |
| Maximum Water Flow | 100 GPM |
| Water Connection | 2" NPT |
| Gas Connection | 1" NPT |
| Flue Diameter | 8" |
| Venting | Category I / III |
| Electrical Supply | 120VAC, 1-Phase |
| Installation | Indoor / Outdoor |
| Elevation Rating | 0–4,500 ft |
| Approx. Footprint | 5.4 Sq. Ft. |
| Approx. Shipping Weight | 600 lb |
| SKU | 014371 |
| Barcode / UPC | 840891045502 |