Domestic Hot Water Recirculation Systems
No one should have to wait for hot water
While icy water in nature is a natural part of seasonal changes, no one wants it with their morning shower. In fact, cold water in showers and at faucets actually wastes money and resources. R. L. Deppmann offers the product solutions for hot water recirculation systems ranging from simple single zone constant speed systems to multiple zone, multiple level variable speed systems.
Temperature Balance in Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
Why depend on flow balance when you are trying to achieve a temperature? Why run constant flow when a Bell & Gossett Temp Setter Balance Valve will modulate to maintain the temperature?
"Best Balancing: A B&G model TB Temp Setter Balance Valve
The B&G Temp Setter regulates the recirculation flow rate to maintain the design temperature at the valve. It is also available with manual or BMS controlled high temperature bypass for sterilization per ASHRAE Standard 188-2018.
Bell & Gossett recognizes concerns with having the thermal wax element in contact with the water. This design assures the integrity of the element by keeping it our of the water flow. Many competitive devices do not have this advantage.
Features/Highlights
- Saves Energy – reduces flow when satisfied
- Adjustable temperature range - 95°F to 150°F
- Reduces flow when the temperature is met
- The thermal wax is NOT in contact with the water
- Optional manual Legionella disinfecting bypass
- Optional 24 volt Automatic Legionella disinfecting bypass for BMS control
Which do I select?
- ½” with no disinfecting bypass model TS-1/2
- ¾” with no disinfecting bypass model TS-3/4
- ½” with manual disinfecting bypass model TSB-1/2
- ¾” with manual disinfecting bypass model TSB-3/4
- For BMS auto disinfecting add TSB actuator and adaptor
Additional Information
Domestic Hot Water Recirculation Pumps: The “Best” system easily uses ECM variable speed pumps.
Use constant speed pumps similar to the Good and Better solutions or STEP UP TO ENERGY SAVINGS with a variable speed pump.
Since the B&G balance valves in the “Best” solution will modulate flow, why not save energy and use the proportional control in variable speed pumps to reduce speed when temperature is satisfied.
Features/Highlights
- ECM Motor saves energy
- As valves close, proportional control in pump slows the speed
- Any over heading for safety or system supply pressure drop is removed unless needed.
- The B&G Ecocirc-XL will display temperature at the pump.
Additional Information
- Learn more about ECM Smart Pumps in Domestic Hot Water Recirculation
ecocirc® 20-18/ecocirc+ 20-18 – Variable Speed ECM Smart Circulator
Features/Highlights
- Stainless steel low lead body with flange or union ends
- CircGuard™ no flow protection
- ECM variable speed motor
- Insulation included
- Optional Bluetooth mobile app+
- Optional temperature control+
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Automatic Balance in Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
One challenge with Domestic Hot Water Recirculation Systems is the setting of the flow balance valves. Our BETTER system would use the Griswold automatic flow balance valves. These valves will modulate to maintain the flow rate.
Better Balancing: A Griswold “K” Valve
The Griswold “K” style automatic flow control valve is pre-set at a specified flow rate The valve automatically adjusts to maintain the flow rate and needs no external manual balance. Any over head of the pump is taken up by the balance valve. This prevents too high a velocity in the copper pipe in an unbalanced system.
Features/Highlights
- Low lead design is available (specify the right model for plumbing)
- Automatic pre-set flow rates eliminate the need for manual balance saving contractor time
- Pressure ports allow the reading of the differential if needed.
Additional Information
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- System Syzer Information
- Learn more about Flow Balancing Valves in Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
Which do I select?
Flow Rate (GPM) |
Maximum Pump Head (feet) |
Pipe Size |
Griswold model |
0.33, 0.50, 0.67, 1.00, 1.33, 1.67, 2.00, |
25 |
½” |
3801ELS0 |
0.25, 0.33, 0.50, 1.00, 1.50, 2.00 |
50 |
½’ |
3K02LS0 |
0.33, 0.50, 0.67, 1.00, 1.33, 1.67, 2.00, 2.33, 2.67, 3.33, 4.00 |
25 |
¾” |
3801FLS0 |
0.55, 0.75, 1.00, 1.50, 2.00, 2.50, 3.00, 3.50, 4.00 |
50 |
¾” |
3802FLS0 |
1.00, 1.33, 1.67, 2.00, 2.33, 2.67, 3.33, 4.00, 4.67, 5.00 |
25 |
1” |
3801HLS0 |
0.55, 0.75, 1.00, 1.50, 2.00, 2.50, 3.00, 3.50, 4.00, 5.00, 6.00, 7.00, 8.00 |
50 |
1” |
3802HLS0 |
"Best" Pumping: Should I consider the Bell & Gossett ECM Inline Pumps?
Bell & Gossett provides a number of choices of ECM pumps in potable water applications. ECM or Electronically Commutated Motor driven pumps have a higher efficiency than standard motors. They may be dialed down to eliminate over heading in pumps. Some may also vary the speed in response to changing loads.
B&G 19-16, and Ecocirc-XL with bronze or stainless body are ideal choices for recirculation systems.
Additional Information
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Manual Balance in Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
Manual Balance with Constant Speed Pumps
The traditional domestic water recirculation system goes back in time a long way. At the end of each hot water plumbing supply, the engineer adds a manual combination balance and flow measurement valve. From there, a small return is piped to the water heater. The pumps are normally small factional horsepower constant speed pumps.
Good Balancing: The Bell & Gossett Circuit Setter
The Bell & Gossett Circuit Setter manual balance valve has many distinct advantages in plumbing system recirculation systems.
Features/Highlights
- Low lead design meets most State and local requirements
- Memory stop feature
- Combination balance and flow measuring valve allows readout during balance
- The preset feature of the variable orifice device allows for simple setting using the Bell & Gossett circuit setter portion of the System Syzer program as the valve is installed saving the plumber time.
Capacity Ranges
"Good" Pumping: The Bell & Gossett Inline Potable Water Pump
Bell & Gossett provides a number of choices for potable water applications. The difference between them is capacity, starting power, cost, and energy saving potential.
B&G SSF, NBF and PLB pumps are ideal for Commercial and Institutional Systems with a recirculation line.
Features/Highlights
Additional Information
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"High-Rise" Balance in Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
High rise buildings require multiple “Pressure Zones” depending on the height and horizontal run of the plumbing system. The selection of balance valves, recirculation pumps, and system design can vary dramatically.
The R.L. Deppmann series "HRR" zone recirculation package will assure proper flow to all floors while provided the best use of pumping energy. This package is pre-assembled with all of the components required. Specifying this package saves the engineer design time while providing unit responsibility for the operation of the system.
Low Flow and Hot Water Complaints Solved with the HRR System. The Trouble with Traditional High Rise Designs.
Traditional domestic water recirculation systems in single pressure booster high rise design normally follows a simple design. One design, shown here, has a pump for each zone. This leads to multiple pumps with very low flow rates and high heads.
If a single high head pump is used there will be a balance problem. Upper zone balance valves will be throttled so severely that they may plug or create a whistle noise.
The RLD series HRR package solves the two common issues with these systems.
Features/Highlights
- Each zone has its own low head pump
- Complete package reduces field labor
- Complete package reduces detailing and coordination in design
- Wall mounting in small spaces
- Multiple flow and temperature models available
Additional Information
- Traditional High Rise design. Download the pdf
- Learn more about High Rise Considerations in Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
- Learn more about Using Zoned Domestic Hot Water Recirculation Pumps
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"Residential and Small Commercial" Domestic Water Recirculation Systems
We have all experienced the frustration of turning on the shower and having to wait for the water to get hot. It doesn't have to be like that. A domestic hot water recirculation system keeps the water at the furthest fixture warm so you don’t have to wait. Smaller commercial and home systems may or may not have a dedicated return piping system.
R. L. Deppmann offers three solutions for these smaller systems:
- Undersink B&G ecocirc B23 5 ACT system – no recirculation line needed.
- Undersink B&G ecocirc wireless – no power outlet needed
- Traditional recirc line - B&G ecocirc
The Bell & Gossett ecocirc B 23-5 ACT Undersink Recirc. Pump
Most of us know the frustration of waiting until the shower water gets warm. Wasted time and wasted water. The B&G B 23.5 ACT was made to install in an area where a 110 volt outlet is available. It is simply installed between the hot and cold water lines. No return or recirc. Third pipe is required. Stop waiting and ACT now.
Features/Highlights
- No return line needed, fits under the sink
- Prefect for that master bath with jetted tubs
- Highly efficient ECM motor
- Built in timer and temperature control
- Quiet operation
- 6 foot power cord included
Additional Information
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The Bell & Gossett Ecocirc Wireless Hot Water Recirculation Kit
The frustration of washing your hands in cold water or wasting time waiting for the shower water to get warm can be eliminated. The B&G ecocirc wireless instant hot water system works when you can’t use the B&G B.23.5 ACT pump because you don’t have a 110 outlet under the sink. The wireless system uses a battery operated wireless signal controller under the sink and the low wattage pump mounted at the water heater in the basement. Stop waiting and go wireless today!
Features/Highlights
- No return line needed, valve fits under the sink
- Highly efficient ECM pump & motor mounts near water heater
- Built in timer and temperature control
- Quiet operation
- Battery Operated undersink valve
Additional Information
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The Bell & Gossett Ecocirc e3 Line Mounted Recirculation Pumps
Some larger homes and many commercial buildings have a domestic hot water return or recirculating pipe installed in the plumbing system. The B&G ecocirc e3 pump is made for these smaller systems with return lines. These pumps are so energy efficient that they use the same power as a 10 watt light bulb.
Features/Highlights
- Uses traditional recirculation line
- Highly efficient ECM pump & motor uses only 10 watts
- Various option allows speed control
- Timer control - available option
- Quiet operation
- Battery Operated undersink valve
Additional Information
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