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Puretec Sparq H2 Chrome Tap with Underbench Boiling and Ambient Filtered Water Unit | Supply+Install | LIFETIME WARRANTY

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Quality Category: Premium
Warranty: Comprehensive 2 Year
NSF/ANSI Certified: Yes

What This Filter Helps With

Sediment & Visible Particles The product data lists particles such as dirt, sand, silt, rust or sediment. The particulate stage helps capture these suspended solids before they travel through taps and appliances.

Chlorine, Taste & Odour This model is listed to help reduce chlorine and/or related taste and odour concerns, helping improve the everyday taste and smell of water throughout the home.

VOCs, Pesticides & Other Organic Chemicals The product data lists reduction of one or more organic chemical groups such as VOCs, pesticides, herbicides, solvents or pharmaceuticals. Exact performance depends on the filter media and the individual contaminant.

Listed Metals One or more metals such as lead, mercury, copper, arsenic or chromium are included in this model's contaminant data. Refer to the product certification or specification for the exact reduction claim for each metal.

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Dirt, Sand, Silt, Rust, Sediment, Microplastics, Chlorine, Chloramine (partial reduction), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Pesticides, Herbicides, Industrial Solvents, Some Pharmaceuticals, Chlorine taste & odor, Organic smells, Sulfur compounds (reducing rotten egg smell), Lead (significant reduction), Mercury (significant reduction), Copper (significant reduction), Some arsenic compounds (partial reduction), Chromium 6 (partial reduction), Trihalomethanes (THMs), and Haloacetic acids (HAAs)

"Helps reduce" or "removes" should be read according to the manufacturer's tested specification for the selected model and cartridge. Reduction does not necessarily mean 100% removal.

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PURETEC BOILING WATER INSTALLATION

Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation Brisbane & Gold Coast

JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the Puretec SPARQ H2 across eligible Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounding South East Queensland service areas for homes wanting instant filtered hot and ambient water from a dedicated premium tap.

The Puretec SPARQ-H2-LF is an under-bench filtered hot-water appliance combining a compact heated water unit, a Z1-R Ultra Z filter and a designer faucet with a hot-water safety lock. It provides filtered ambient water and adjustable hot water between approximately 60°C and 98°C from the same dedicated outlet.

Because this is a powered under-bench appliance rather than a passive cartridge filter, installation needs to consider cupboard volume, ventilation, faucet position, electrical supply, water pressure, servicing access and the space required for the hot-water appliance and filtration cartridge.

Puretec SPARQ H2 at a glance: the SPARQ-H2-LF is a mains-water under-bench appliance providing filtered ambient water and adjustable hot water from one chrome designer faucet. It uses nominal 0.1-micron Ultra Z filtration, a Z1-R cartridge, a hot-water safety lock and an insulated heated-water unit. Puretec publishes capacity of up to 60 cups per hour and a 2-year domestic warranty.

Puretec SPARQ H2 Supply & Installation at a Glance

Water Options

Filtered hot water and filtered ambient water from one dedicated faucet.

Hot Water Output

Puretec publishes capacity of up to 60 cups per hour.

Filtration

Ultra Z filtration with a nominal 0.1 micron rating.

Installation Area

Eligible Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounding JR Gas & Water service areas.

Who Is the Puretec SPARQ H2 Best For?

Tea & Coffee Drinkers

The SPARQ H2 provides hot filtered water without waiting for a kettle to boil, making it useful for homes that prepare tea, coffee and other hot drinks regularly.

Cleaner Kitchen Benchtops

Moving the heated-water appliance beneath the bench can reduce reliance on a countertop kettle while keeping filtered hot and ambient water available at a dedicated faucet.

Kitchens, Bars & Office Areas

Puretec positions the H2 for kitchens and bars, and it can also suit appropriate office or entertaining areas where instant filtered hot water is used frequently.

PRODUCT SUITABILITY

Is the Puretec SPARQ H2 Right for My Home?

A Good Choice If...

You want instant filtered hot water, prefer a dedicated chrome faucet, use mains water and have enough cabinet space, ventilation and electrical access for a powered under-bench appliance.

Consider Another Option If...

You only need basic drinking-water filtration, do not regularly use instant hot water, have very limited cupboard space or cannot provide the required ventilation and electrical connection.

JR Should Check First If...

Your cupboard is tightly enclosed, water pressure is high, benchtop drilling is difficult, the proposed power point is unsuitable or cabinet alterations may be needed before installation.

What Water Does the Puretec SPARQ H2 Provide?

Filtered Hot Water

The SPARQ H2 stores heated filtered water beneath the bench and allows the tank temperature to be adjusted between approximately 60°C and 98°C.

Filtered Ambient Water

The same dedicated faucet also provides filtered ambient water without requiring the hot-water function to be used.

The published temperature refers to water inside the heated tank. Delivered faucet temperature can be affected by operating conditions and should not be assumed to exactly equal the tank setting at every moment.

How Does the Puretec SPARQ H2 Work?

Incoming mains water is directed through the Z1-R Ultra Z filtration cartridge. Puretec specifies nominal 0.1-micron filtration designed to reduce sediment, chlorine, chemicals, taste and odour and provide filtration against filterable cysts and bacteria.

Filtered water is then available as ambient drinking water or supplied to the insulated under-bench hot-water appliance. The unit heats and stores water at the selected temperature so hot filtered water can be dispensed from the dedicated faucet without waiting for a kettle.

Puretec also uses what it calls Vapour Recovery Technology to help conserve energy and water and reduce reheating time within the appliance.

Key Features of the Puretec SPARQ H2

Up to 60 Cups per Hour

Puretec publishes hot-water capacity of up to 60 cups per hour for the H2 under its specified operating conditions.

0.1 Micron Ultra Z Filtration

The system uses the Z1-R cartridge with a nominal 0.1-micron filtration rating.

Hot-Water Safety Lock

The designer faucet includes a hot-water safety lock intended to reduce accidental hot-water operation.

Adjustable Temperature

The tank temperature can be adjusted between approximately 60°C and 98°C.

Thermal & Pressure Protection

Puretec lists thermal fuse protection and water-pressure protection among the H2's safety features.

Compact Under-Bench Appliance

The heated-water unit measures approximately 310mm high, 200mm wide and 220mm deep, before allowing additional room for filtration and servicing.

Puretec SPARQ H2 Specifications

Brand	Puretec
Current Product Model	SPARQ-H2-LF
Product Type	Under-bench instant hot and ambient filtered-water appliance
Water Supply	Mains water
Replacement Cartridge	Z1-R
Micron Rating	0.1 micron nominal
Hot Water Capacity	Up to 60 cups/hour
Published Operating Pressure	172–500kPa
Recommended Installation Inlet Pressure	Maximum 350kPa in Puretec's current specification sheet
Hot Water Temperature	60–98°C inside the tank
Power Requirement	10A electrical supply
Power Rating	230V / 1300W
Published Rated Power	780W
Current Electricity Specification	220–240V / 50Hz
Appliance Dimensions	Approx. 310H × 200W × 220D mm
Tap Hole Requirement	35mm
Water Connection	½" BSP to filter cartridge / associated ¼" tubing arrangement
Unit Weight	Approximately 6kg
Manufacturer Warranty	2 years domestic use — 1 year parts and labour plus 1 year parts only; cartridges excluded

Puretec publishes a 172–500kPa product operating-pressure range while its current installation specification separately states a maximum recommended inlet pressure of 350kPa. Installation should follow Puretec's current installation instructions and pressure-control requirements rather than relying on one figure in isolation.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

What Is Required to Install the Puretec SPARQ H2?

The SPARQ H2 is compact, but it still needs more planning than an ordinary filter because it contains an actively heated water appliance beneath the bench.

Suitable mains-water supply

Pressure-control arrangement compliant with Puretec's current requirements

10A electrical supply with appropriate protection

Suitable location for the required 35mm faucet hole

Cabinet room for the 310 × 200 × 220mm hot-water unit

Separate room for the Z1-R filtration cartridge

Adequate cross-flow ventilation through the cupboard

Cupboard configuration that avoids excessive internal heat build-up

Suitable cold-water plumbing connection

Practical access to appliance controls

Future access for filter replacement and appliance servicing

Licensed installation where required by applicable plumbing and electrical rules

Puretec states that inadequate cupboard ventilation can cause internal temperature to rise above 40°C, potentially damaging the appliance and voiding the product warranty. Ventilation openings may therefore need to be added to the cupboard and door.

What's Included With Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation?

Standard Installation

Where cabinetry and existing services are suitable, the applicable JR installation can include supply of the genuine SPARQ H2, faucet installation, positioning of the hot-water appliance and filtration cartridge and connection to suitable water and electrical services.

Testing & Commissioning

The filtration and hot-water functions are connected, flushed, leak checked and commissioned so the ambient and hot selections operate correctly and the chosen tank-temperature setting can be configured.

Possible Additional Work

Cabinet alterations, ventilation openings, difficult benchtop drilling, pressure-control changes, new valves, electrical changes or non-standard plumbing can increase the scope beyond a straightforward installation.

How Much Does Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation Cost?

Current supplied-and-installed pricing is shown in JR's live product and installation area above. This keeps current product pricing and installation-package logic connected with the working Shopify product rather than embedding a price in long-form content.

The final Puretec SPARQ H2 installation cost depends on cabinet space, ventilation, benchtop material, faucet position, incoming pressure, electrical access and whether cabinetry, plumbing or power alterations are required.

A kitchen with accessible mains water, a suitable 10A supply and appropriately ventilated cupboard can be substantially simpler than a retrofit where joinery needs to be modified before the hot-water appliance can be installed correctly.

BRISBANE INSTALLATION

Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation Brisbane

JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the Puretec SPARQ H2 in Brisbane for suitable kitchens, bars and other indoor areas where instant filtered hot water is wanted from a dedicated tap.

For Brisbane installations, the available cupboard can often be more important than the nominal dimensions of the appliance itself. Sink bowls, bins, drawers, plumbing and cleaning products can reduce usable space, while the heated unit also needs enough ventilation to prevent excessive cabinet temperatures.

JR can assess the proposed faucet position, electrical access, inlet pressure, filter location and cupboard airflow before the final installation arrangement is confirmed.

Eligible service coverage extends across Greater Brisbane and surrounding areas including Logan, Ipswich, Redlands and Moreton Bay.

GOLD COAST INSTALLATION

Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation Gold Coast

JR Gas & Water also provides Puretec SPARQ H2 installation on the Gold Coast across eligible service areas.

The H2 can be particularly useful in kitchens and entertaining spaces where frequent tea, coffee or food preparation makes instant hot filtered water more convenient than repeatedly boiling a kettle.

The installation still needs appropriate cupboard ventilation, an accessible electrical supply and a suitable faucet position. Where cabinetry is highly enclosed or the sink cupboard already contains substantial equipment, modification may be required before the appliance can operate within Puretec's installation requirements.

JR can assess these site-specific factors before the installation package is confirmed.

Can the Puretec SPARQ H2 Replace My Existing Water Filter or Boiling Unit?

Replacing a Basic Under-Sink Filter

Potentially, but the H2 needs power, ventilation and room for a heated-water appliance in addition to the filter cartridge, so it should be treated as an upgrade rather than a direct filter swap.

Replacing Another Boiling-Water Unit

An existing powered under-bench position can provide a useful starting point, but faucet hole size, appliance dimensions, pressure requirements and existing connections still need to be checked.

Installing During a Kitchen Renovation

A new kitchen offers the opportunity to plan the required 35mm faucet hole, electrical supply, filtration space and ventilation openings into the joinery before cabinetry is completed.

How Often Does the Puretec SPARQ H2 Need Servicing?

The SPARQ H2 uses the Puretec Z1-R Ultra Z replacement cartridge. Cartridge replacement timing depends on actual water consumption, incoming water quality and Puretec's current servicing recommendations.

The hot-water appliance also contains electrical heating, temperature-control and safety components. Cabinet ventilation should remain unobstructed and the system should be inspected if there are signs of leakage, unusual heating behaviour or changes in performance.

Keeping adequate service space around both the filter and hot-water unit makes ongoing cartridge replacement and appliance maintenance substantially easier.

Puretec SPARQ H2 vs Other Drinking Water Options

Option	Best Suited To	Main Difference
Puretec SPARQ H2	Homes wanting instant hot and ambient filtered water	Integrated heated-water appliance with dedicated filtered-water faucet
Puretec SPARQ S5	Homes wanting sparkling, chilled and ambient filtered water	Uses refrigeration and CO₂ carbonation instead of a heated-water tank
Standard Under-Sink Filter	Homes wanting straightforward filtered drinking water	No heated-water appliance or electrical supply required
Reverse Osmosis System	Homes wanting membrane-based drinking-water treatment	Different filtration process and servicing requirements; instant hot water is not inherently included
Boiling, Chilled & Sparkling System	Homes wanting multiple premium water functions from one appliance platform	Generally larger, more complex and more expensive than the hot-and-ambient H2 setup

The H2 is therefore best suited to customers whose priority is instant filtered hot water rather than chilled or sparkling water.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation FAQs

How much does Puretec SPARQ H2 installation cost?

Use JR's live product and installation area for current supplied-and-installed pricing. Final cost depends on cabinet ventilation, faucet installation, pressure control, electrical access and any cabinetry or plumbing alterations required.

Can JR Gas & Water install the SPARQ H2 in Brisbane?

Yes. JR installs suitable SPARQ H2 systems across eligible Greater Brisbane and surrounding South East Queensland service areas.

Can JR install the SPARQ H2 on the Gold Coast?

Yes. Installation is available across eligible Gold Coast areas subject to the cupboard, water-pressure, electrical and ventilation requirements.

What is the current Puretec model number?

Puretec's current live product page identifies the system as SPARQ-H2-LF.

What water does the SPARQ H2 provide?

It provides filtered hot water and filtered ambient water through one dedicated faucet.

How hot does the SPARQ H2 get?

Puretec specifies an adjustable tank-water temperature of approximately 60°C to 98°C.

How much hot water can it provide?

Puretec publishes a capacity of up to 60 cups of steaming hot water per hour.

Does the faucet have a safety lock?

Yes. Puretec includes a hot-water safety lock intended to help reduce accidental operation and scalding risk.

What filter cartridge does it use?

The SPARQ H2 uses the Puretec Z1-R Ultra Z cartridge.

What size faucet hole is required?

Puretec's current May 2026 specification sheet specifies a 35mm faucet hole.

What water pressure does the SPARQ H2 require?

Puretec publishes a general operating range of 172–500kPa, while its current installation specification separately lists a maximum recommended inlet pressure of 350kPa. Installation should follow the current Puretec pressure-control instructions.

Does the cupboard need ventilation?

Yes. Puretec states that adequate cross-flow ventilation is required and warns that cupboard temperatures above 40°C can damage the unit and affect warranty coverage.

What electrical supply does it need?

The current Puretec specification requires a 10A, 220–240V / 50Hz supply. The live product page lists a 230V/1300W power rating and 780W rated power.

Can the SPARQ H2 replace my normal under-sink filter?

Potentially, but the H2 requires additional appliance space, power and ventilation, so an existing passive filter location is not automatically suitable.

What is included with a standard installation?

The applicable JR package can include supply of the SPARQ H2, faucet installation, positioning of the heated-water appliance and filter, connection to suitable services, flushing, testing and commissioning. Cabinet, pressure-control or electrical changes may cost extra.

Puretec SPARQ H2 Warranty and Maintenance

Manufacturer Warranty

Puretec currently provides a 2-year domestic warranty: one year parts and labour plus one additional year parts only, subject to its current warranty conditions.

Consumables

The Z1-R filter cartridge is a consumable item and is excluded from Puretec's standard appliance warranty.

Ongoing Maintenance

Ownership includes replacing the filtration cartridge as required, keeping the ventilation openings unobstructed and maintaining service access around the hot-water unit.

Puretec's manufacturer warranty is separate from any applicable JR Gas & Water workmanship or Lifetime Warranty coverage associated with the selected installation package.

Why Choose JR Gas & Water for Puretec SPARQ H2 Installation?

JR Gas & Water currently lists the SPARQ H2 within its professionally installed boiling, chilled and sparkling-water range and offers installation pathways for suitable South East Queensland properties.

A powered instant-hot-water appliance involves more than fitting a filter. Faucet drilling, water pressure, electrical supply, cabinet ventilation, filtration, hot-water appliance placement and future servicing all need to work together.

JR can assess these practical installation conditions before commissioning the system rather than treating the H2 as a generic under-sink filter.

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READY TO INSTALL

Install the Puretec SPARQ H2 With JR Gas & Water

The Puretec SPARQ-H2-LF is designed for households wanting instant filtered hot and ambient water without relying on a countertop kettle. Its key benefits are its compact under-bench format, adjustable hot-water temperature, 0.1-micron Ultra Z filtration and integrated hot-water safety features.

The major installation considerations are cupboard ventilation, electrical access, water-pressure control, faucet placement and future servicing space. JR Gas & Water supplies and installs suitable SPARQ H2 systems across eligible Brisbane and Gold Coast areas, with live installation options and a quote pathway available where cabinetry or services need modification.