Water Heater Comparator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Compare residential water heating costs and carbon footprints accurately.
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Why people use Water Heater Comparator
Water Heater Comparator for Energy Efficiency Planning
This Connector changes that. You just tell your agent what your family looks like and what temperatures you prefer. It crunches the numbers for electric, gas, and solar systems instantly. You get a clear picture of the long-term costs and environmental impact without opening a single spreadsheet or trying to find complex emission factors yourself.
What Vinkius changes
You get a data-backed comparison of heating costs and environmental impact in seconds.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Home Renovation
A homeowner wants to know if switching to a solar thermal system will pay for itself in 5 years.
- Real-world use case 02
Sustainability Report
A consultant needs to show a client the CO2 difference between a gas heater and an electric shower.
- Real-world use case 03
Budget Planning
A family of five wants to know the cheapest way to heat water for 10-minute showers at 40°C.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Water Heater Comparator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Water Heater Comparator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Water Heater Comparator.
- 01 Capability
Evaluate electric system
This capability calculates the monthly cost and CO2 emissions for an electric shower setup. It helps you see the exact impact on your power bill and the environment.
- 02 Capability
Evaluate gas system
This capability determines the carbon footprint and operational price for gas-powered water heaters. Use it to see the environmental impact of natural gas.
- 03 Capability
Evaluate solar thermal system
This capability estimates the efficiency and backup energy needs for solar thermal setups. This helps you see how much heat the sun actually provides.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Water Heater Comparator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Water Heater Comparator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Water Heater Comparator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Water Heater Comparator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Water Heater Comparator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Water Heater Comparator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-comparator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Comparator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Water Heater Comparator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-comparator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Comparator
Ask Copilot: "Using Water Heater Comparator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-comparator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Comparator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Water Heater Comparator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-comparator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Comparator
Ask Cline: "Using Water Heater Comparator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add water-heater-comparator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_JneWollFwqtkzxmIwdI5FdtaYSnmr6nnDcjMDlpK/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Comparator
Ask Claude: "Using Water Heater Comparator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Water Heater Comparator can move forward.
Sustainability consultants, homeowners planning renovations, and energy auditors who need to justify green energy investments with hard data.
Sustainability Consultant
Provides clients with accurate CO2 reduction projections for residential projects.
Homeowner
Decides whether to switch to solar or stay with gas based on actual monthly savings.
Energy Auditor
Quickly runs what-if scenarios for various heating configurations during site visits.
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Appliance Energy Calculator
Calculate electricity consumption in kWh and monthly costs for appliances.
Shower Water Calculator
Calculate water usage, costs, and carbon emissions for showers.
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Before you connect
Questions about Water Heater Comparator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Water Heater Comparator help me see if solar is worth it?
Yes, it calculates solar heat percentages and backup costs. This helps you see how much of your hot water actually comes from the sun versus what you'll pay for backup heating.
How does the Water Heater Comparator calculate carbon footprints?
It uses specific emission factors for electric and gas systems. You get a clear look at the kilograms of CO2 produced by your choice, making it easy to see the real environmental impact.
Can I use the Water Heater Comparator for a family of 5?
Yes, just tell your agent the family size and your preferred shower temperature. It tailors the cost and emission estimates to your specific household needs.
Does the Water Heater Comparator show monthly utility costs?
Yes, it provides cost estimates based on your specific usage profile. You'll see what your monthly bill might look like for different technologies side-by-side.
How is the Water Heater Comparator different from a price tag?
It focuses on operational costs and CO2, not the initial purchase price. Use it to understand the long-term costs of running your system rather than just what it costs to buy.
Can I compare electric and gas heaters at the same time?
Yes, your agent can run both capabilities and show you a side-by-side comparison. You'll see the trade-offs in both cost and emissions for different types of heating.
What inputs are required for the calculations?
You need to provide the shower duration in minutes, the number of people in the household, and the desired target water temperature in Celsius.
How does the solar thermal capability work?
The evaluate_solar_thermal_system capability estimates how much of your heating load is met by solar radiation and calculates the cost and emissions for the necessary electric backup heating.
Does this capability account for carbon emissions?
Yes, all capabilities calculate the estimated CO2 impact based on the energy source's carbon intensity, such as grid electricity or natural gas combustion.
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