Carlin vs Beckett on Buderus

Kenny

I'm considering burner choices for a Buderus G115-34.

My options are -

Carlin EZ-Pro (EZ-1),
Beckett AFG,
Beckett NX

I recall folks having reasonable experience with the Carlin EZ-1 (Kevin, Ron), have heard mixed results regarding the Beckett AFG, and am hearing that the Beckett NX was designed specifically for this application.

I would like to use a direct connection for outside combustion air (not direct vent however). The Carlin has an optional air boot which looks somewhat like an after thought, the Beckett AFG has a connection through the cover but is not tightly sealed, and the Beckett NX provides a really nice integrated manifold and cover option.

My preference is towards the Beckett NX, given it was designed specifically for high static pressure applications typical of 3-pass boilers. I've heard that much testing has gone into this design and that it's been approved for the Biasi-SG, Buderus, Viessmann and some others still to be announced. My concern is that it's rather new and I've seen little posted about it good/bad. Also there is little information available with respect to required settings for any of these boilers. If anyone has information to share, specifically regarding Buderus applications, I'd really appreciate it.

I know that lots of folks prefer Riello, and I know that there are some real positives here, but it's not something I can consider right now.

kevin coppinger_4

another option....

even though I do use a lot of Carlin stuff is a Riello probably the burner of choice for most...The BF serries will allow you to draw in air to the burner and as a bonus is quite quiet. I am sure others will have more info...kpc

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Big Ed

Blanced Flue

I would steer you away from the blanced flue burners if not needed . Unless boiler room full of contaminants...CO2 ajustment will change with outdoor temperature for one thing. I also notice a difference in the fire.....

If not a Riello(why not) then a Carlin.Have not used the NX

Kenny

BF

Big Ed,

You hit the nail on the head ...

Unfortunately numerous issues with BF attempt

Looking for other options -

Does the Carlin EZ-1 air boot fit and work well?

Beckett NX looks very, very interesting! Interesting that the NX calls for a 0.75 X 60°B at 175PSI for the G115-34.

Steve Eayrs

Go \"F\" if \"BF\" is a problem for you.

The Riello is a great match with the Buderus. have installed over 200 of them together w/great results. A number of them are BF, (the majority are not) and I have not seen a big change in operation, or had much for problems, except for the couple bad post purge controls a couple years ago. I'm not a big fan of direct vent, but have done a few. The rest of the BF ones were not direct vent.
Reillo is the only burner I use with Buderus boilers.

Steve

John_49

hi steve i have no choice but to direct vent i was wondering dose the riello bf3 covers come in differant colors im geting a buderus also and id like it to match blue
thanks

bill_32

buderus w beckett nx

I have seen a beckett nx installed in a buderus 115/28, and the burner is running fine. This installation is 6-7 months old and is a chimney application. (Extremely quiet)

Steve Eayrs

Yes they come in colors.

When you buy the Buderus Reillo package together, the burners will be blue. Unless your supplier doesn't order them that way and just pulls a burner out of their Reillo stock. The right ones are not only blue but will have the right length burner tube and such to match the boiler you have. I would insist they get you the OEM burner.

Steve

Weezbo

Go riello

its the way to travel with a buderas ...the burner comes in riello blue:) for buderas.

John_49

dose the OEM burner cost more or are they the same thanks

clammy

beckett

The last buderus i installed was a g215 4 section we used a beckett but i though it was just a af g custom it cane with a 1.10 gph x 45 degree at 175 pump pressure max fire for the unit maybe a little over unit is rated 1.40 max .The burner ran quite sweet vented into a inside stainless all fuel flue i didn't think the burner was loud at all good luck peace clammy