Gledhill PLUIN180SH StainlessLite Plus Horizontal Solar 180L Indirect Unvented Cylinder

The Gledhill PLUIN180SH is a StainlessLite Plus Horizontal Solar Indirect Unvented cylinder designed specifically for installations where vertical height is limited, such as loft spaces. It combines a dedicated solar coil with a primary coil for gas or oil boiler input, delivering mains-pressure hot water while maximising solar gain.

Suitable for domestic use in properties with one bathroom, this horizontal model frees up living space and suits both new installs and replacements. Built from high-quality stainless steel with 50mm insulation, it offers low heat loss and a 25-year warranty for long-term reliability.

Key Features

• Horizontal orientation for height-restricted areas like lofts
• Dedicated solar coil plus primary coil for boiler input
• 3kW incoloy immersion heater for emergency backup
• High-efficiency corrugated coils for rapid heat transfer
• Lightweight stainless steel construction
• ErP rating C with low standing heat loss
• NSF WRC approved to Building Regulations
• 25-year manufacturer warranty
• Supplied with tundish, drain valve, compression fittings and thermostats
• Secondary return not fitted on this model

Benefits

• ✔ Maximises usable space in height-restricted properties
• ✔ Enables efficient solar thermal integration alongside conventional heating
• ✔ Provides fast recovery and reliable hot water performance
• ✔ Reduces energy costs through low heat loss and renewable compatibility
• ✔ Lightweight design simplifies handling and installation
• ✔ Long-term peace of mind with extended warranty
• ✔ Meets all relevant UK safety and efficiency standards
• ✔ Includes essential safety and control components

Technical Specifications

• MPN: PLUIN180SH
• Capacity: 170 litres
• ErP Rating: C
• Heat Loss: 78 watts
• Diameter: 550 mm
• Overall Height: 588 mm
• Overall Width: 1306 mm
• Weight Empty: 29 kg
• Weight Full: 199 kg
• Heat Up Time: 21 minutes
• Primary Coil Surface Area: 0.59 m²
• Solar Coil Surface Area: 0.49 m²
• Dedicated Solar Volume: 64 litres
• Immersion Heater: 3 kW incoloy
• Material: Stainless steel
• Warranty: 25 years

What’s in the Box?

1 x Gledhill PLUIN180SH StainlessLite Plus Horizontal Solar Indirect Unvented Cylinder complete with tundish, drain valve, compression fittings, dual control thermostat, combined overheat thermostat, two-port zone valve and technical/user literature.