What is a Mixergy Tank?
A Mixergy tank is an advanced, energy-efficient hot water storage system that heats water only as needed rather than heating the entire tank at once. This approach reduces energy consumption and increases efficiency, improving heat pump performance by 5-10% COP for fixed tariff customers. It also integrates with time-of-use tariffs, optimizing heating based on energy pricing.
How Mixergy Works with a Heat Pump
Mixergy tanks use layered heating, keeping the hottest water at the top for immediate use while gradually heating the lower sections. When connected to a heat pump, the tank’s smart controls communicate with the system, signaling when additional heating is required based on actual usage. This prevents unnecessary heating cycles and maximizes efficiency.
Installing Mixergy with Homely
✅ Follow the Mixergy installation manual for setup—Homely does not provide specific installation guidance.
✅ Mixergy’s smart hot water management operates independently, meaning Homely cannot predict hot water demand as it does with standard cylinders.
✅ To ensure consistent hot water availability, set the Mixergy tank as the master hot water cylinder and configure Homely’s hot water schedule to run continuously (24/7).
While Homely optimizes heating and hot water for most systems, Mixergy’s independent operation may lead to minor fluctuations in hot water temperature. Ensuring the 24-hour schedule helps maintain a steady supply and minimizes temperature drops.