Gledhill PLTDR290 Platinum Direct 290L Internal Expansion Unvented Cylinder

The Gledhill PLTDR290 is a Stainless Platinum Direct unvented hot water cylinder with internal expansion, designed for electric heating via two 3kW Incoloy immersion heaters. Manufactured from high-specification duplex stainless steel, it delivers mains-pressure hot water and eliminates the need for an external expansion vessel.

Ideal for domestic properties with high hot water demand, this vertical cylinder suits trade professionals and installers working on new builds or replacements where space is limited. It features high-density HCFC-free foam insulation for low heat loss and complies with UK Building Regulations Section G3.

Key Features

• Internal expansion vessel built-in
• Two 3kW Incoloy immersion heaters (on-peak and off-peak)
• Corrugated StainlessLite Supercoil for faster recovery
• 90° elbow and drain valve supplied as standard
• Lift-up temperature and pressure relief valve
• Aligned tappings for easy installation
• Floating baffle
• High-density Envirofoam insulation
• 25-year manufacturer guarantee
• Designed and built in the UK

Benefits

• ✔ Space-saving internal expansion – no external vessel required
• ✔ Efficient off-peak tariff usage with dual immersions
• ✔ Faster heat-up and recovery times
• ✔ Low heat loss for energy savings
• ✔ Quick and straightforward installation
• ✔ Reliable mains pressure hot water supply
• ✔ Durable duplex stainless steel construction
• ✔ Easy drain-down with lift-up T&P valve
• ✔ Long-term peace of mind with 25-year warranty

Technical Specifications

• MPN: PLTDR290
• Capacity: 290 litres (catalogue) / 270 litres (datasheet)
• Height: 1990 mm
• Diameter: 550 mm
• Empty Weight: 48.5 kg (catalogue) / 52 kg (datasheet)
• Full Weight: 317 kg
• Number of Immersions: 2
• Secondary Return: Yes
• ErP Rating: C
• Heat Loss: 88 W / 2.12 kWh/24hr

What’s in the Box?

1 x Gledhill PLTDR290 Platinum Direct 290L cylinder with internal expansion, 2 x 3kW Incoloy immersion heaters, 90° elbow, drain valve, temperature and pressure relief valve, and installation components.