Pool pump connections

Tariff 33 times for pool pumps

The table provided indicates the approximate times when power is generally unavailable on Tariff 33 to run your pool pump. These times are specific to the supply of Tariff 33 for pool pumps only, and not all appliances.

Tariff 33 is available for a minimum of 18 hours per day as specified in the tariff schedule in the Queensland Government Gazette. The times when power is available on Tariff 33 can be changed at any time at the discretion of Ergon Energy.

Region Morning From Morning To Evening From Evening To
Far North Queensland (FN)

-

-

6.00 PM

9.00 PM

North Queensland (NQ)

6.50 AM

8.20 AM

5.50 PM

9.20 PM

Mackay (MK)

-

-

6.00 PM

9.00 PM

Capricornia (CA)

-

-

5.00 PM

8.00 PM

Wide Bay and Burnett (WB)

-

-

5.20 PM

8.20 PM

South West Queensland (SW)

7.00 AM

9.00 AM

4.30PM

6.30 PM

 
Map of Queensland showing Ergon Energy's Tariff 33 switching times by region.

Tariff 33 Controlled Supply (Economy)

This tariff is available at a reduced rate for applicable hot water systems (including solar, electric and heat pump) and other applicable permanently connected equipment. Electricity is made available for a minimum of 18 hours per day during time periods set at the discretion of Ergon Energy. This tariff is recommended for hot water systems and other appliances that do not require electricity all day.

Please note that because the energy supply hours are restricted, it is important to make sure that your electric storage water heater is large enough to meet the needs of your business.

Tariff 33 Controlled Supply (Economy) pricing structure GST inclusive Notified Price

All consumption - cents per kWh

17.155 

Handy hot water sizing tables

These tables can be used to help you determine the minimum tank size required for connecting your hot water system to Tariff 31 or 33.

Simply inspect your electric storage water heater to check the tank size (litre capacity) then select the most suitable tariff based on your system type and the number of people in your home.

Super Economy Tariff 31

Household size Electric storage
1 - 3 people

250L

3 - 5 people

315L

4 - 6 people

400L

6 - 8 people

400L

Ecomony Tariff 33

Household size Electric storage heat pump Solar hot water

1 - 3 people

125 L

270 L

160 L

3 - 5 people

160 L

270 L

300 L

4 - 6 people

250 L

270 L

440 L

6 - 8 people

315 L

340 L

440 L

Additionally, where the heating element or rated electrical input for the hot water system is greater than 1,800 watts, the system must not exceed the following ratios:

Electric storage systems:

  • 13.5 watts per litre for heat exchange systems
  • 15.5 watts per litre for other systems

Solar hot water and heat pump systems:

  • 13.5 watts per litre

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