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R290 All-in-One Heat Pump Sourcing Guide

R290 All-in-One Heat Pump Sourcing Guide

Sourcing a monobloc heat pump starts with the same question every time: does the supplier build the whole unit, or does it assemble parts from other people's shelves? This guide is written for importers, HVAC wholesalers and private-label brands comparing heat pump manufacturers on a single platform, and it explains what to request before you shortlist any of the all in one heat pump manufacturers for a residential or light commercial program. The reference product throughout is the Greenpower R290 Monobloc DC Inverter Heat Pump: one outdoor module connected to water piping only, A+++ rated, with a 6 kW to 16 kW line-up and 75 °C maximum water output.

Water piping onlyIndoor and outdoor units combined — no refrigerant pipe run inside the building.
Heating to -25 °CHeating operation from -25 °C to 45 °C outdoor air, with 10–75 °C leaving water.
A+++ ratedFull DC inverter compressor, 75 °C maximum output for existing radiators.
R290 MONOBLOC DC INVERTER HEAT PUMP
Three terms, three obligations

What All-in-One, Monobloc and R290 Actually Commit You To

Before you compare quotations, fix the vocabulary. Each term below changes the installation scope, the documentation you must collect and the after-sales model you are signing up for.

All-in-One

One module, one trade on site

An all-in-one layout means the hydronic and refrigeration sides ship as a single module. On the R290 Monobloc this removes the indoor unit entirely, so the installer works on water connections and commissioning rather than refrigerant pipework. For you, it shortens installation time and reduces the number of trades in your training and warranty program.

Monobloc

Outdoor unit, water piping only

Monobloc construction means the outdoor unit is connected exclusively to water piping — no refrigerant lines enter the building and no refrigerant handling is required on site. That single detail decides which installers can fit the product in your market and how you position it against split systems.

R290

Low-GWP refrigerant

The R290 Monobloc runs on R290 refrigerant, stated by the manufacturer at 68% reduced global warming potential versus a conventional refrigerant, and rates A+++ on the energy label. R290 is an A3 flammable refrigerant, so storage, transport, labelling and installer competence become part of your supplier qualification, not a footnote.

Buyer intent map

What Distributors, Installers and OEM Brands Need From a Manufacturer

Four buying roles reach this page, and each one approves a purchase for different reasons. Read your own row first, then use the criteria matrix to build the questions you will send to every supplier on your list.

Importer & distributor

Needs a stable line-up, market-ready documentation and a product that installers will not call back about. Decides on certification pack, capacity coverage and spare-parts availability.

HVAC wholesaler

Sells to contractors who fit and forget. Decides on unit range, boxed accessories, quick-reference technical sheets and how fast a replacement unit can ship.

Private-label brand

Wants the hardware to carry its own identity. Decides on nameplate and packaging customisation, manual languages and whether the control interface can match brand expectations.

Procurement & OEM product manager

Builds the business case. Decides on configuration flexibility, component-supplier sourcing, forecast volumes and the warranty process behind the product.

R290 monobloc heat pump platform used by distributors and OEM buyers
The same R290 monobloc platform serves all four buying roles — only the required documentation changes.
Buying role Capacity & line-up Refrigerant & compliance Customisation After-sales focus
Importer / distributor Full 1Ø 6–16 kW spread plus 3Ø 16 kW R290 A3 safety documentation and A+++ label evidence Nameplate, carton print, manual language Spare parts list and warranty claim route
HVAC wholesaler Products installers ask for by name Test reports and energy label copies for the counter Accessory kits and quick-start sheets Replacement unit turnaround
Private-label brand Configuration mix per market Compliance pack re-labelled to your brand Nameplate, packaging, manuals, interface wording Field failure reporting and technical escalation
Procurement / OEM Volume split across the line-up Audit-ready certification and traceability records Component sourcing for configured builds Production capacity and long-term supply
Supplier qualification

Manufacturer Qualification Checklist Before You Place a Trial Order

Work through these eight items with every candidate factory. Each one produces a document, a photo or a signed commitment you can file — an answer over the phone is not a qualification result.

  • 1Factory audit and production capacityRequest a live video walkthrough or a third-party audit covering assembly lines, brazing, leak testing and packing areas.
  • 2In-house testing capabilityAsk which performance tests run in-house and which are outsourced, and request the laboratory equipment list.
  • 3Management system and product documentationCollect ISO, CE, ErP and Keymark documents where they apply to the exact model and voltage you are ordering.
  • 4R290 A3 safety complianceConfirm charge limits, leak-detection approach, warning labelling and charging procedures for a flammable refrigerant.
  • 5A+++ performance evidenceRequest the test report or certificate behind the A+++ energy label rather than accepting the label artwork alone.
  • 6TraceabilityCheck that serial numbers link a finished unit to its compressor, heat exchanger and production batch.
  • 7Warranty processAsk who approves a claim, what evidence is required and how fast a replacement part leaves the factory.
  • 8Spare parts and technical supportConfirm the parts list, availability window and whether installers can reach technical support directly.
R290 monobloc heat pump prepared for factory qualification inspection
Qualification questions should map to physical stations on the line: leak test, charge station, run test and packing.
Product proof stack

R290 Monobloc DC Inverter Heat Pump: The Facts You Quote

These are the published details of the reference product. Use them in your datasheet, your tender response and your installer training material — and ask every alternative supplier to match them item by item.

R290 MONOBLOC DC INVERTER HEAT PUMP
R290 Monobloc DC Inverter Heat Pump — single-module outdoor installation, water piping connection only.

Specifications as published for the R290 Monobloc

Product name R290 Monobloc DC Inverter Heat Pump
Monobloc line-up 1-phase: 6 / 9 / 12 / 16 kW · 3-phase: 16 kW
Refrigerant R290, stated at 68% reduced global warming potential versus conventional refrigerant
Compressor Full DC inverter
Energy label A+++
Heating operation range (outdoor air) -25 ~ 45 °C
Leaving water temperature 10 ~ 75 °C
Maximum output temperature 75 °C
Control interface 5-inch color touchscreen with remote smartphone control
Piping connection Water piping only — no indoor refrigerant piping
Heating, cooling and DHWOne module serves three demands, so a single purchase covers year-round comfort and hot water.
Boiler interlockingInterlocking operation with a third-party boiler supports hybrid setups instead of forcing a full system replacement.
5-inch color touchscreenOn-unit interface designed around user intuition, which reduces installer handover time.
Wi-Fi smartphone controlRemote control and wide connectivity options give your brand an app story to sell.
Low noise mode with scheduleTime-based quiet operation helps projects where night-time noise limits apply.
High corrosion resistance exchangerSpecified for reliability and long service life in coastal and humid markets.
Smart grid compatibilityRelevant where incentive programs reward flexible or grid-aware heating.
Hybrid with existing facilitiesKeeps existing emitters and pipework in service, which shortens the sales conversation.
Space-saving footprintNo indoor unit means no mechanical room allocation — a real advantage in apartment projects.
OEM / ODM fit

OEM/ODM Customization Fit Matrix for Private-Label Programs

Customisation on a monobloc heat pump is negotiated item by item, not as one package. Use the three columns below to separate what ships as standard, what is discussed with the supplier, and what you must confirm in writing before you quote your own customers. The manufacturer cooperates with established component suppliers, which is what supports configured builds.

Item Standard Discussed with supplier Confirm before quoting
Branding and nameplate Manufacturer product identity Private-label nameplate options Artwork approval steps and minimum order
5-inch color touchscreen Included on the unit Interface language and wording Which languages are loaded at the factory
Wi-Fi / smartphone app Wi-Fi control solution App identity presented to end users App availability and setup in your market
Boiler interlocking Interlocking operation with a 3rd-party boiler Matching your local boiler brands Boiler models already tested with the control
Packaging and manuals Standard export packaging Carton print and manual language sets Print-ready files and packing-mark rules
Voltage and frequency Single-phase and three-phase options in the line-up Market-specific configuration Target grid specification and plug standard
Capacity mix 1Ø 6 / 9 / 12 / 16 kW, 3Ø 16 kW Model mix per market Forecast volume per capacity
R290 monobloc heat pump control interface detail for OEM configuration discussions
The control interface, Wi-Fi module and boiler interlocking are the three customisation points buyers ask about most.
Scenario to specification

Match the Project Scenario to the Specification That Decides It

Most failed heat pump quotations come from selling the wrong specification to a valid project. Read the scenario closest to your customer, check the published specification against it, then confirm the design figure before you commit.

Project scenario Specification that decides it Buyer decision
Boiler replacement in a building with old radiators Maximum output temperature 75 °C; leaving water 10 ~ 75 °C Compare the existing radiator design temperature with the published 75 °C ceiling before promising a like-for-like swap.
Cold-climate market with sub-zero winters Heating operation range -25 ~ 45 °C outdoor air Check the local design outdoor temperature and confirm that the chosen capacity still meets the load at that figure.
Apartment block with no plant room Monobloc construction — water piping only, no indoor unit Decide the outdoor mounting position and the water pipe route before the installer visits, and confirm the local service clearance.
Customer wants heating plus domestic hot water Multiple solutions: heating, cooling and DHW supply Confirm the DHW demand and cylinder arrangement for the project rather than assuming the unit covers it in every layout.
Noise-sensitive residential street Low noise mode operation with schedule setting Confirm the local night-time noise limit and choose the installation position accordingly.
Market with incentive or subsidy schemes A+++ energy label; R290 low-GWP refrigerant; smart grid compatibility Collect the label and refrigerant documentation the scheme requires before you submit the application.
Retrofit that must keep the existing boiler Interlocking operation with a third-party boiler; hybrid operation Confirm which boiler models the control has been set up with before proposing a hybrid layout.
Commercial terms & RFQ

Build a Quote Request That Gets a Useful Answer

Suppliers respond fastest to enquiries that state the market, the model mix and the documentation requirement. Send these six items and most commercial questions answer themselves in the first reply.

Target market and gridCountry, single-phase or three-phase supply, and the certification set the market expects.
Model mix and volumeWhich capacities from the 1Ø 6 / 9 / 12 / 16 kW and 3Ø 16 kW line-up, and in what split.
Documentation packEnergy label evidence, R290 safety documentation, manuals and datasheets in your language.
Customisation scopeNameplate, packaging, manual languages and control interface wording for your brand.
Commercial termsMinimum order quantity, lead time, payment terms and shipping arrangement — confirm current figures in writing.
After-sales planSpare parts list, warranty claim route and technical training for your installer network.
R290 monobloc heat pump for wholesale and bulk sourcing programs
State the model mix and documentation pack up front — it removes the first two rounds of email from any bulk enquiry.

Qualify the Supplier, Then Quote With Confidence

Send your market, model mix and documentation requirements to the sales team and ask for the R290 Monobloc DC Inverter Heat Pump details, R290 A3 safety documentation and the A+++ performance evidence in one reply. OEM and private-label projects can be discussed in the same enquiry.

R290 monobloc heat pump system for central heating and domestic hot water

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does monobloc or all-in-one mean for the installation?

Indoor and outdoor units are combined into a single module, and the outdoor unit is connected exclusively to water piping. No refrigerant piping work is needed inside the building, so there is no indoor unit to place and no refrigerant handling on site. That reduces installation and commissioning time and removes one trade from the job.

Which capacities are available?

The monobloc line-up covers single-phase 6, 9, 12 and 16 kw, plus a three-phase 16 kw model. Confirm current availability for the specific capacity you intend to stock before you publish it in a price list.

Which refrigerant is used and how efficient is the unit?

The unit runs on r290 refrigerant, stated at 68% reduced global warming potential compared with a conventional refrigerant, with a full dc inverter compressor. It carries an a+++ energy label. Ask the supplier for the performance evidence behind the label if you need it for a subsidy application.

What operating temperature range does it cover?

In heating mode the published range is -25 °c to 45 °c outdoor air, with leaving water between 10 °c and 75 °c and a maximum output temperature of 75 °c. The high water temperature is what allows the unit to work with existing radiator systems instead of requiring new emitters.

How is the heat pump controlled?

Control is through a 5-inch color touchscreen on the unit plus remote smartphone control over a wi-fi solution, with smart grid connectivity. Interlocking operation with a third-party boiler and a low noise mode with schedule setting are also part of the published feature set, which supports hybrid systems and noise-sensitive installations.

What applications does it suit?

The unit is published as supporting multiple solutions — heating, cooling and domestic hot water supply — and hybrid operation with existing facilities, for residential and light commercial heating and cooling. Match the capacity and the emitters to the actual project load rather than assuming one model fits every building.