Gledhill PLTDR180 180L Platinum Direct Internal Expansion Unvented Hot Water Cylinder

The Gledhill PLTDR180 is a Stainless Platinum Direct unvented hot water cylinder with built-in internal expansion, designed for electric heating from mains supply or photovoltaic panels. Manufactured from high-specification duplex stainless steel, it provides powerful mains-pressure hot water for domestic properties with moderate to higher demand, such as homes with one bathroom and two shower rooms or two bathrooms.

Suitable for new installations or replacements in space-restricted areas, this vertical cylinder comes complete with two 3kW Incoloy immersion heaters (one on-peak, one off-peak) for efficient use of economy tariffs. Trade staff note its 550mm diameter, 1306mm height and 34kg empty weight for straightforward handling and fitting.

Key Features

• Built-in internal expansion eliminates need for external vessel
• High specification duplex stainless steel construction
• Two 3kW Incoloy 825 immersion heaters for primary and back-up heating
• 90 degree elbow supplied for quicker installation
• Floating baffle and lift-up temperature and pressure relief valve
• Corrugated StainlessLite Supercoil for faster recovery
• Aligned tapping positions for ease of installation
• Factory-set T&P relief valve at 6 bar / 95°C
• High density HCFC-free Envirofoam insulation for low heat loss
• 25 year warranty on cylinder (2 years on immersions)

Benefits

• ✔ Space-saving internal expansion for compact installations
• ✔ Maximises off-peak electricity efficiency
• ✔ Faster reheat times than plain-coil cylinders
• ✔ Reduced pipework and simpler maintenance access
• ✔ Excellent energy efficiency with ErP B rating
• ✔ Robust duplex stainless steel for long service life
• ✔ Pre-fitted components speed up on-site work
• ✔ Suitable for photovoltaic integration
• ✔ Peace of mind with on-site support and extended warranty

Technical Specifications

• MPN: PLTDR180
• Capacity: 168 litres (nominal 180L)
• Height: 1306mm
• Diameter: 550mm
• Empty Weight: 34kg
• Full Weight: 202kg
• Heat Loss: 55 Watts
• Heat Up Time: 174 minutes
• Number of Immersions: 2 x 3kW
• ErP Rating: B
• Orientation: Vertical
• Material: Duplex stainless steel
• Secondary Return: N/A

What’s in the Box?

1 x Gledhill PLTDR180 Platinum Direct 180L cylinder with internal expansion, 2 x 3kW immersion heaters, 90° elbow, drain valve, T&P relief valve and documentation.