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1800x550mm Heated Straight Towel Radiator Chrome
1501
BTU
440W
Watts
1800mm
Height
550mm
Width
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Product Overview & Heating Capacity
Thirty-one tubes across a 550mm-wide, 1,800mm-tall frame — 2,197 BTU at ΔT50 replaces a standard radiator in most UK bathrooms. The tallest and highest-output model in the 550mm chrome range. Tall enough to heat the room. Wide enough to own it. Chrome plating on mild steel, BS EN 442 tested.
2,197
BTU at ΔT50
644 W
Heat output
31
Tubes (4+7+8+12 layout)
5 yr
Warranty, no quibbles
Will This Towel Rail Fit My Bathroom?
Enter your room dimensions below — the calculator will tell you whether this rail is a good fit, tight, or whether you should consider a larger size.
✓ Good fit. Your room needs ~1420 BTU. This rail delivers 2197 BTU — comfortable headroom.
Choose your fuel type
This listing is the central-heating version. Same design, three ways to power it — make sure you're on the right page for your setup.
Central heating You're here
Connects to your boiler via valves. Heats whenever your central heating is on.
Electric only Independent
Pre-filled and ready to plug in. Run independently of your boiler — ideal for rooms without existing pipework.
Dual fuel Best of both
Central heating in winter, electric in summer. Warm towels year-round without running your boiler.
Technical Specifications & Dimensions
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| Manufacturer ID | FC-55-180 |
| Height | 1800mm |
| Width | 550mm |
| Projection from wall | 90–110mm |
| Pipe centres | 500mm |
| Heat output (ΔT30) | 1,131 BTU · 331W |
| Heat output (ΔT50) | 2,197 BTU · 644W |
| Heat output (ΔT60) | 2,785 BTU · 816W |
| Tube layout | 4+7+8+12 (31 tubes total) |
| Tube diameter | 22mm |
| Model | Straight / Flat |
| Material | Mild steel |
| Finish | Chrome plating |
| Valve connection | ½" BSP |
| Dual-fuel ready | ✓Yes (with element) |
| Electric-only ready | ✓Yes (with element) |
| Standard | BS EN 442 |
| In the box | 4× adjustable chrome brackets, screws, rawl plugs, washers, blanking & bleed plug |
| Warranty | 5 years |
644W
2197 BTU at δT50
δT30 331 W
δT60 816 W
✓
Dual-fuel ready
add element · runs electric too
✓
Pipe centres 500mm
±15mm valve tolerance
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Choosing Your Valve Type
Three valve types — which one you need depends on where your pipes come out.
Angled Wall pipes
For pipes that exit horizontally from the wall. The valve turns 90° upward into the rail.
Corner Wall pipes
A tighter alternative for wall pipes — sits flush to the wall for a cleaner, lower-profile finish.
TRV valves are not suitable for towel rails — fitting one could leave your towels damp and smelling. Find out why ↗
Not sure which? Browse our valves ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
Can this towel rail be used as electric-only or dual-fuel?
A. Yes — with the addition of a heating element, this rail converts to electric-only or dual-fuel running. We pre-fill electric rails with a minimum 85% reverse-osmosis water and inhibitor mixture (ethylene glycol), leaving an air gap for expansion. The element installs at the bottom (left or right) — heat rises, so top-mounted elements won't work properly.
Q.
Will this heat my bathroom on its own?
A. At 2,197 BTU / 644W this rail is sized for compact spaces — downstairs WCs, cloakrooms, and small en-suites. For a typical 1.2m × 1.0m WC you need roughly 160 BTU, so this rail has comfortable headroom there. For a standard bathroom (2.4m × 2m+), consider a taller or wider rail.
Q.
What are the pipe centre and projection measurements?
A. Pipe centres are 500mm. The brackets are adjustable: total projection from the wall is 90–110mm. That gives you flexibility if your pipes don't align perfectly with the rail inlets. Most angled valves give a further ±15mm of horizontal play, so pipe centres between 485–515mm are within tolerance.
Q.
Is the chrome finish rust-resistant?
A. Yes — the chrome plating is applied over high-quality mild steel and resists rust and corrosion in normal bathroom conditions. The rail carries a 5-year warranty.
Q.
Does it come with fixings?
A. Yes — the rail ships with 4× adjustable chrome brackets, screws, rawl plugs and washers, plus a blanking plug and a bleed plug. Valves are sold separately so you can choose straight or angled to match your pipework.
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