Raypak Avia 264K BTU Natural Gas Pool Heater - NiTek Heat Exchanger - P-R264A-EN-C | 018032

Wi-Fi Remote Controlled

Ni-Tek™ Heat Exchanger

Fully Serviceable

Price

$3,391.00

The Raypak AVIA 264 is a total reimagining of pool technology, designed to provide high-end performance in a compact, tech-forward package. Delivering a 264,000 BTU output, this natural gas unit is the perfect size for standard residential pools and standalone spas.

The 018032 model features a reliable standard copper heat exchanger and durable polymer headers, providing consistent, everyday performance for freshwater pools. Combined with integrated Wi-Fi and the ability to control your entire equipment pad from a smartphone, the AVIA brings premium automation directly to your backyard.

Features

Integrated Smart Automation: The AVIA features built-in Wi-Fi and the Raymote Mobile App. Not only can you control your pool temperature from anywhere in the world, but the AVIA can also manage your pool pump and lights, acting as a sophisticated automation hub for your equipment pad.

Ideal Mid-Size Natural Gas Power: With a 264,000 BTU rating, this model provides an excellent balance of rapid heating and fuel efficiency. It is designed to extend your swimming season and heat attached spas quickly without the massive gas draw of larger commercial-sized units.

Standard Copper Heat Exchanger: Built with high-quality integral copper fin tubes, this heat exchanger provides maximum heat transfer and 84% thermal efficiency, ensuring lower operating costs over the lifespan of the heater.

ProTek Shield Module: Features a specialized, replaceable module that protects the heat exchanger from the damaging effects of galvanic corrosion (electrolysis), providing an essential layer of defense for your equipment.

Compact and Lightweight Design: Weighing under 140 lbs and featuring a small, square footprint, the AVIA is incredibly easy to maneuver. It fits perfectly on tight equipment pads and is roughly half the weight of older traditional heaters.

Intelligent Flow Monitoring: The AVIA is the only heater in its class with a built-in Protection Mode that monitors water flow. If it detects a flow issue that could lead to overheating, it will alert you via the app to prevent damage before it occurs.

Versatile High-Altitude Installation: Factory-configured to operate safely and effectively from sea level up to 4,500 feet in elevation, making it a highly versatile choice for various geographical locations right out of the box.

Specs


Heat Output	264,000 BTU
Fuel Type	Natural Gas
Heat Exchanger	Copper (Standard Durability)
Header Material	Glass-Reinforced Polymer
Ignition Type	Direct Spark Ignition
Connectivity	Integrated Wi-Fi / Raymote App
Elevation Rating	0 – 4,500 Feet
Efficiency Rating	84%
Model Number	P-R264A-EN-C / 018032

Notes

Professional Setup Required: To ensure safety and validate the manufacturer’s warranty, this natural gas heater must be installed by a licensed HVAC or pool professional. Proper gas line sizing and adequate venting are critical for the safe and efficient operation of this unit.

What will it cost to heat your pool?

Fuel and electricity prices vary a lot by region, so put in your own rate from your last bill and get a number that's actually yours.

1 · Your pool

Pool size

Water now 68°F

Temperature you want 84°F

You need to raise the water 16 degrees

2 · Your heater & rate

Heater type

Fuel Set at the factory — you buy the version matching the fuel you have.

Heater size Figured at 82% efficiency, the rating on Raypak Digital heaters.

Cost per therm Use the all-in rate from your gas bill, including delivery charges.

And what about month to month?

Warming the pool up is a one-off. Most of what you'll actually spend is holding that temperature — replacing the heat your pool loses to the air, day and night.

Average outdoor temperature 65°F

Day and night averaged together, for the month you're picturing.

With a solar cover

Per month

$0.00

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Per month — no cover

$0.00

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Keeping a solar cover on saves roughly $0.00 a month here — most of a heated pool's heat leaves by evaporation off an open surface, so a cover is the cheapest thing you can do to bring this figure down.

Warm-up figures are the physics with no heat loss. Your pool loses heat to evaporation, wind and cool air the whole time the heater runs, so those numbers are a floor, not a forecast. The real-world line adds a typical 25–50%.

Monthly figures are an estimate, and a rough one. They assume you hold your target around the clock for 30 days. Real heat loss swings a long way with wind, humidity and how much sun your pool gets — an exposed, windy yard can run well above these numbers and a sheltered sunny one below. Treat them as a ballpark for comparing options, not a quote.

Warm-up uses gallons × 8.34 × degrees of rise. Monthly uses an estimated heat loss across your pool's surface area against the temperature difference with the air, at 82% thermal efficiency for gas. Pool presets assume 4 ft of water in a 52" wall and 3.5 ft in a 48" wall. Estimates only. Not sure of your pool volume or which heater fits? Get in touch.