Power shower with combi boiler?

[GaryMo]

Is it possible to run a power shower with a combi boiler?
I remember a conversation years ago, something to do with seals maybe so it wasn't a recommended combination but I could have got it wrong.
The boiler hasn't been fitted yet so not sure of model or capacity but I'm in the process of planning an en-suite which is currently being built. I'd love a power shower but if it's not possible then it'll be a 9.5kw electric shower.

Thanks all.

 

[breezer]

a true power shower derives its power form a water pump.
this pump pumps water from the storgae cylinder and the cold water tank

since combis have neither (mine hasnt) you dont have much chance

 

[GaryMo]

I thought so

So it's a 9.5kw electric or a mixer.

 

[breezer]

the plumbers will tell you go for the electric, becasue when your combi breaks down you can still have a shower.

they are not wrong there

 

[GaryMo]

Actually a very good point and one which could easily be overlooked.

I suppose being an electrician I should be all for an electric shower but I've yet to use one which really impresses me.

 

[breezer]

me too (both)

 

[wanleg]

I suppose being an electrician I should be all for an electric shower but I've yet to use one which really impresses me.

Me three

Mind you see how you feel if your combi breaks.

 

[breezer]

no, not if, when

 

[wanleg]

no, not if, when

Didn't want to say as much for fear of giving a biased opinion based on my experience but your right Breezer.

Mind you I'm at the final stages of re-doing my bathroom and had the chance to fit an electric shower instead of a mixer....couldn't bring myself to do it....still my combi is on cover with BG so it'll be fixed straight away NOT

 

[breezer]

we too are with bg, lets say no more

 

[Dan Robinson]

combi is on cover with BG so it'll be fixed straight away

we too are with bg

I weep; I really do..