Why does my instant boiling tap deliver water at 98°C instead of 100°C?Updated 2 months ago

K&W Instant boiling taps are designed to give you near-boiling water (98°C). 

Why did we choose to set the temp at 98°C for our instant taps?

1. It’s the perfect temperature for most kitchen tasks
98°C is hot enough to:

• Make tea and coffee

• Sterilise bottles and utensils

• Cook pasta and vegetables

• Loosen lids and clean surfaces

You won’t notice any practical difference compared to 100°C.

2. 98°C water is kept less pressurised inside a sealed tank
Inside the under-sink tank, water is kept under slight pressure. At 100 degrees, there's steam to contend with - and that causes greater risk.

98°C gives you hot water without excessive steam, either in the tank or at the tap.

3. It saves energy without compromising performance
Heating and holding water at a constant 100°C consumes more power with no real benefit. 98°C is smarter, safer, and more efficient — very K&W.