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Nibe · Commercial Heat Pump · Ireland 2026
Nibe S2125-16 16 kW — Ireland 2026
Swedish commercial-scale — integrated 250L cylinder for large and commercial retrofits
The S2125-16 includes a 250L factory-integrated hot water cylinder — a meaningful simplification on commercial projects. Suitable for larger detached homes, B&Bs, small hotels and multi-unit residential developments.
16 kWSCOP 4.5252 dB(A)Max 65°CR-32SEAI grant up to €12,500250L cylinder included
⚙️ Specifications
Heating capacity
16 kW
SCOP @ W35 (underfloor)
4.52
SCOP @ W55 (radiators)
3.05
COP A7/W35
4.42
COP A7/W55
2.85
Max. flow temperature
65°C
Operates to
-20°C outdoor
Outdoor noise level
52 dB(A)
Refrigerant
R-32
Hot water cylinder
Included — 250L
Outdoor unit dimensions
1300 × 1290 × 640
Outdoor unit weight
182 kg
Warranty
5 years
SEAI grant eligible
Yes — €12,500
💰 Pricing & SEAI grant
Typical installed price (incl. installation)
~€26,000
Supply (~€16,800) + installation, commissioning and cylinder (included)
💰 SEAI grants for commercial heat pumps
SEAI Better Energy Communities (BEC) — percentage grant for schools, community buildings, GAA clubs SEAI Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) — annual support for commercial & industrial buildings SEAI Non-Domestic MECS — for multi-unit residential developments Individual unit SEAI grant: up to €6,500 (verify current amounts at seai.ie)
Factory-integrated 250L hot water cylinder eliminates a major sourcing and installation task on commercial projects — particularly valuable for B&Bs and guest houses where hot water demand is high
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16 kW — large home and small commercial
Bridges the gap between residential (7–11 kW) and full commercial (20 kW+) — the right capacity for large detached homes, farmhouses, B&Bs and manor house conversions
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SCADA integration
Beyond standard Modbus, the S2125-16 supports SCADA integration for building managers who want heat pump data within a wider energy management platform
🏠 Suitable for
Large detached homesB&BsHeritage buildingsMulti-unit
Compatibility note: Yes — up to 65°C, suits larger heritage and commercial buildings. A SEAI-registered heat pump installer will complete a heat loss assessment and radiator compatibility check before installation — this is required as part of the grant process.
✅ What we like
250L hot water cylinder factory-integrated — no separate cylinder sourcing on commercial projects
16 kW output — suitable for large homes, B&Bs and small hotels
SCOP 4.52 — strong seasonal efficiency at commercial scale
52 dBA — quieter than most commercial alternatives
SEAI grant eligible with potential for community grant supplement
⚠️ Worth knowing
Premium supply price (~€16,800)
Heavy at 182 kg — specialist handling required
Fewer Nibe commercial installers than Daikin or Mitsubishi in Ireland
Operates to −20°C vs −25°C for some rivals
💧 Compatible hot water cylinders
The S2125-16 16 kW requires a separately purchased hot water cylinder with a large primary coil (minimum 2.5 m²) to work efficiently at heat pump flow temperatures of 45–55°C. These cylinders are confirmed compatible with Nibe heat pumps. Browse all cylinders →
💰 SEAI grant covers the cylinder: The cylinder cost is included within the SEAI Heat Pump System Grant (up to €12,500). Cylinders are not individually grant-funded — the grant applies to the total installed system cost.
🧠 Compatible smart energy devices
Smart thermostats and energy management systems reduce heat pump running costs by 15–30% by scheduling operation around cheap electricity, solar generation and occupancy patterns. Browse all smart energy products →
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💰 SEAI Solar + Battery grant: The SEAI Solar PV Home Grant covers up to €1,800 for solar panel installation. Combined with the heat pump grant (up to €12,500) and the EV home charger grant (€300), the maximum SEAI support for a complete solar + heat pump + EV system is approximately €14,600.
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☀️ Pair with solar panels — maximise your SEAI grants in Ireland
A heat pump and solar panels are the most powerful renewable combination available to Irish businesses today. Your Nibe heat pump runs entirely on electricity — solar generates that electricity from your roof at zero cost. Both qualify for substantial SEAI grants. See the full Solar Panel Directory for all models available in Ireland.
💰 Commercial heat pump + solar — combined grant opportunity
Commercial properties installing both a heat pump and solar may qualify for multiple grant schemes simultaneously. Solar via SEAI Non-Domestic Microgen or TAMS III (agri, up to 60%); heat pump via SEAI Better Energy Communities or commercial heat pump grants. An Accelerated Capital Allowance (ACA) write-off may also apply to both technologies in year one, significantly improving cash flow and project ROI.
Why solar + heat pump for commercial buildings: A heat pump moves 3–5 units of heat for every unit of electricity consumed (COP 3–5). When that electricity is generated by your rooftop solar, the heating cost is near zero during solar generation hours. For hotels, schools and offices with daytime occupancy, solar generation and heating demand align closely — maximising self-consumption and minimising the payback period on both investments.
The heat pump unit is one component of a complete commercial energy system. Below is a breakdown of typical installation costs and the main grant schemes available in Ireland.
What's included in the install
🌡️ Heat pump outdoor unit (supply)
💧 Hot water cylinder (250L — included)
🔧 Installation & commissioning — ~€3,000–€8,000
📐 M&E design & heat loss assessment — ~€500–€1,500
Effective solar cost (TAMS, agri): as low as ~€14,000–€18,000
⚠️ Grant process reminder: Apply at seai.ie and receive your Letter of Offer before installation begins. Starting work before the Letter of Offer permanently disqualifies the grant. Installer must be on the SEAI registered contractor list.
🏭 Your complete commercial energy solution
The S2125-16 16 kW forms the heating core of a complete commercial energy solution. Combined with solar, battery storage and smart scheduling, it transforms energy costs and reduces carbon reporting obligations.
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Commercial heat pump
Nibe S2125-16 16 kW — SEAI BEC grant for community buildings · SSRH annual payment for commercial/industrial · ACA year-1 write-off
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Commercial solar array
Rooftop solar — TAMS III up to 60% (agri) · SEAI Non-Domestic Microgen · ACA year-1 write-off. Runs heat pump on free electricity during the day
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Battery storage (optional)
Store surplus solar — powers heat pump overnight, reduces peak demand charges and improves project payback
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EV charging infrastructure
Fleet or staff EV chargers — Type 2, CCS, DC rapid. List spare charging capacity on De Energy Hub for revenue
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Smart energy management
Schedule heat pump + EV charging around solar generation and time-of-use tariffs — reduce running costs by 20–30%
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De Energy Hub integration
List EV chargers as bookable assets — turn your energy infrastructure into a managed revenue stream
💰 Total SEAI grants available: project-specific (see below) — Commercial grants are project-specific: TAMS III — up to 60% for qualifying agri buildings (solar + heat pump); SEAI BEC — percentage grant for schools, community buildings, GAA clubs; SEAI SSRH — annual support for commercial/industrial switching from fossil fuels; ACA — full equipment cost written off against tax in year one. Engage a SEAI-registered assessor before proceeding.
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Employee EV charging — bookable, tracked, BIK-compliant
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Per-session usage reporting
Full log of kWh delivered, duration and user — ready for payroll or benefits-in-kind accounting
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Staff promo codes
Issue codes for free or discounted employee charging — set usage limits and expiry dates
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Overstay reminders
Automated notifications when session time is nearly up — free the charger for the next employee
The Nibe S2125-16 16 kW operates at a maximum flow temperature of 65°C. Radiators in older Irish homes are often sized for boiler temperatures of 70–80°C — at 65°C, they may deliver less heat than they would with a boiler, meaning the coldest rooms on the coldest days may need the radiators upsized. In practice: homes built after 2000 with well-sized radiators usually require minimal changes. Homes built before 1990 with older small radiators may need the largest radiators replaced or supplemented. Your installer will carry out a room-by-room heat loss calculation and radiator assessment as part of the SEAI grant survey — this is mandatory before grant approval.
No — the Nibe S2125-16 16 kW includes a factory-matched 250L hot water cylinder as part of the supply package. This cylinder is designed and sized for this specific heat pump, pre-wired for integration with the controls, and arrives matched and tested from the factory. You do not need to source, size or purchase a separate cylinder. This simplifies the installation: your installer connects the outdoor unit refrigerant lines to the indoor unit, plumbs cold water in and hot water out, and connects the electrical supply. The factory-integrated cylinder is also included within the SEAI grant — no additional cost to the grant calculation.
A well-maintained Nibe heat pump should last 15–25 years. The compressor unit typically lasts 15–20 years; the overall system can last longer with component replacement. Annual servicing by a qualified heat pump engineer is recommended — SEAI-registered installers typically offer annual service packages. The standard 5-year warranty covers manufacturing defects. Heat pumps have far fewer moving parts than boilers — no combustion, no flue, no annual gas safety certificate — reducing long-term maintenance burden.
Yes — the S2125-16 is well matched to Irish B&Bs and guest houses. The 250L integrated hot water cylinder handles substantial hot water demand, and the 16 kW heating output suits 8–15 bedroom properties with reasonable insulation. The SEAI Better Energy Communities grant or SEAI Non-Domestic MECS programme may apply depending on the property's classification and energy use. Engage a SEAI-registered commercial assessor for grant eligibility confirmation.
Yes — the S2125-16 delivers up to 65°C flow temperature, which works with most radiator types including larger period property radiators. The 16 kW capacity is typically sufficient for a large period house (250–350m²) that has had roof and floor insulation added. An energy assessor will complete a DEAP or heat loss assessment to confirm required capacity before specifying.
🌡️ Also consider
Other commercial heat pumps in our Irish directory.