Raypak Avia 264K BTU Natural Gas Pool Heater - NiTek Heat Exchanger - P-R264A-EN-N | 018063

Wi-Fi Remote Controlled

Ni-Tek™ Heat Exchanger

Fully Serviceable

Price

$3,890.00

The Raypak AVIA is not just a heater; it’s a total reimagining of pool technology. Featuring the revolutionary NiTek™ heat exchanger and integrated Wi-Fi, the AVIA is designed to be more durable, more efficient, and easier to control than any traditional gas heater. The P-R264A-EN-N model is a Low NOx unit, making it environmentally friendly and compliant with the strictest air quality standards (like those in California and Texas). With its compact, lightweight design, it provides 264,000 BTUs of power in a footprint that is significantly smaller than comparable models.

Features

NiTek™ Shield Technology: The AVIA comes standard with NiTek coating on the heat exchanger. This cutting-edge nickel plating provides a 300% increase in corrosion resistance compared to standard copper, making it the ideal choice for salt-water pools and environments with fluctuating water chemistry.

Integrated Wi-Fi & Smart Automation: The AVIA features built-in Wi-Fi and the Raymote™ Mobile App, allowing you to control your pool and spa temperature from your smartphone. It also includes an on-board Protek Shield for added protection against electrolysis.

Low NOx Emissions: Engineered to meet the most stringent environmental regulations. The AVIA's combustion system burns cleaner and more efficiently, reducing nitrogen oxide emissions while maintaining high performance.

Compact & Lightweight Design: Weighing under 140 lbs and featuring a small, square footprint, the AVIA can be easily moved by one person and fits into tight equipment pads where traditional heaters cannot.

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, it will alert you via the app to prevent damage before it happens.

Service-Friendly Design: Features a large, easy-to-read digital touchscreen display and a "swing-out" control box for easy access to internal components, significantly reducing maintenance and installation time.

Versatile Installation (0–4,500 ft): Factory-configured to operate at peak efficiency from sea level up to 4,500 feet, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of geographical locations.

Specs


Heat Output	264,000 BTU
Fuel Type	Natural Gas
Heat Exchanger	Copper with NiTek™ Coating
Header Material	Glass-Reinforced Polymer
Ignition Type	Direct Spark Ignition
Emissions	Low NOx Compliant
Elevation Rating	0 – 4,500 Feet
Model Number	P-R264A-EN-N / 018063

Notes

Modern Connectivity: While the AVIA is a standalone heater, its integrated smart features allow it to act as a hub for your equipment pad. It can control your pool pump and lights directly through the Raymote app, potentially saving you the cost of a separate automation system.

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.