CAMPLUX Tankless Water Heater 26L
Product description
A storage-tank heater keeps hot water ready in a reserve, this CAMPLUX propane model heats water on demand instead. Its listed output reaches up to 7.6 GPM at 199,000 BTU, so the appeal is serving several household outlets without waiting for a tank to reheat. That flow figure depends on the stated test conditions, not just the heater itself.
It is an indoor unit intended for whole-house use, but its output and installation requirements matter as much as the headline capacity.
Technical details
The heater is listed as a 26L model, with output options of up to 7.6 GPM at 199,000 BTU or 6.86 GPM at 170,000 BTU. The product description says it can run four to six outlets at once, using an example of 2 GPM per outlet and 105°F water with 65°F incoming water. Colder inlet water or higher demand can change what those figures mean in everyday use, so treat them as stated conditions rather than a guarantee for every home.
The unit measures 24.7 × 14.3 × 7.3 inches and has 3/4-inch NPT water and propane ports. It uses an oxygen-free copper heat exchanger, and the listing describes bottom-mounted dual blowers, flame control, and a built-in freeze-protection feature. Those details make the design sound geared toward steady on-demand service, though the product information does not provide a home-specific flow calculation.
Compatibility & requirements
This is an indoor propane water heater, not a general-purpose electric or natural-gas unit. The listing includes a CSA-certified gas connector and describes a pre-drilled mounting panel. It also lists altitude compensation up to 2,000 feet and advises consulting for mountain cabins. Check that the propane supply, plumbing connections, installation location, and local requirements fit before choosing it, port sizes alone do not establish that it will work with an existing setup.
The built-in freeze protection is listed down to -20°F, but the instructions also call for winterization below 20°F. That is an important distinction for a cabin or other space that may be left unheated: the feature should not be treated as a substitute for the stated winterization step. Annual descaling is also required for maintenance.
Usage tips
For a practical example, running a shower while using a kitchen faucet is the kind of simultaneous demand the listed multi-outlet capacity is meant to address. The actual result depends on incoming water temperature and flow, so a home with several high-demand fixtures should not assume every outlet can run at full flow at once.
The product description says hot water starts within two seconds and avoids tank preheating. From the way it is set up, the main benefit is having water heated when a fixture calls for it rather than keeping a stored supply hot. Plan for annual descaling, and follow the winterization instructions where freezing conditions are possible. The listing also mentions a 45 dB operating level, but that figure alone may not predict how noticeable the unit will be in your specific indoor location.
Questions before you buy
Can it serve more than one fixture at a time? The listing claims four to six outlets, with its example based on 2 GPM per outlet, 105°F water, and 65°F incoming water. Household conditions can differ.
What fuel does it use? It is described as a propane indoor tankless heater, with 3/4-inch NPT propane and water ports.
What maintenance does it need? Annual descaling is required, and winterization is specified below 20°F. The product information also describes a quick-drain valve.
Final verdict
It makes sense if you want an indoor propane unit designed for on-demand hot water across several outlets and can meet its connection and maintenance needs. Not the best choice if you need a heater for another fuel, want the simplicity of a stored hot-water tank, or cannot plan for winterization and annual descaling. Its stated capacity is useful for comparing options, but inlet temperature and real fixture demand should guide the final fit.