Electric Towel Radiator Heating Element with T-Piece – 200W, 400W & 600W

Electric towel radiator heating element kit available in 200W, 400W and 600W options for compatible electric-only and dual fuel towel radiators. Choose the wattage and accessory finish required for your installation.

All three heating elements have a 1/2" BSP thread, AC 230V supply, 120cm cable and IP55 rating. Each kit includes the selected heating element plus a matching dual fuel T-piece and blanking plug, available in a choice of Matte Black or Chrome.

Quick Product Facts

• Voltage: AC 230V
• Cable Length: 120cm
• Model / Type: Type 8801
• Heating Options: Electric-only or dual fuel
• Accessory Finish: Matte Black or Chrome
• Suitable For: Compatible heated towel rails and towel radiators

Element lengths are measured from the threaded connection. The Matte Black and Chrome options refer to the supplied T-piece and blanking plug; the electric heating element itself is the same.

What's Included?

• 1 × selected 200W, 400W or 600W electric heating element
• 1 × dual fuel T-piece connector in your selected Matte Black or Chrome finish
• 1 × matching blanking plug in your selected Matte Black or Chrome finish

Please note: The electric heating element is the same for both accessory finish options. Only the supplied T-piece and blanking plug finish changes between Matte Black and Chrome.

Which Wattage Towel Radiator Element Do I Need?

Choose the wattage recommended for your towel radiator and check that there is enough internal space for the element.

• 200W heating element: 30cm long
• 400W heating element: 47cm long
• 600W heating element: 63cm long

Do not select a higher wattage simply to produce more heat. The element wattage and physical length must be compatible with the towel radiator.

IP55 Electric Towel Radiator Heating Element

All three heating elements have an IP55 rating. In terms of ingress protection, IP55 provides a higher level of protection than IP44. IP44 protects against splashing water, while IP55 is dust protected and provides protection against water jets.

IP55 does not mean waterproof and does not by itself determine whether an electrical product is suitable for a particular bathroom zone.

For more information about bathroom zones and electrical installation requirements, see our UK Bathroom Electrical Zones & BS 7671 Guide.

Electric-Only & Dual Fuel Towel Radiator Use

These heating elements can be used with a compatible electric-only towel radiator or as part of a dual fuel towel radiator installation.

For dual fuel installations, the supplied T-piece in your selected Matte Black or Chrome finish allows a compatible electric heating element to be fitted alongside the radiator's central-heating connection.

If you are converting a new, unfilled towel radiator to standalone electric operation, see our Standalone Electric Towel Radiator Installation Guide (PDF).

Looking for other heating element options? Browse our Electric Heating Elements for Towel Rails & Radiators, including standard, thermostatic and dual fuel options.

Check Compatibility Before Ordering

Before selecting your heating element, check that your towel radiator:

• Is suitable for an electric heating element
• Has a compatible 1/2" BSP connection
• Has sufficient internal space for the selected element length
• Is suitable for the selected 200W, 400W or 600W element
• Is suitable for the intended electric-only or dual fuel installation

Electrical connections should be completed by a suitably qualified and competent electrician.

Frequently Asked Questions

What wattages are available?

This electric towel radiator heating element is available in 200W, 400W and 600W options.

How long are the heating elements?

The 200W element is 30cm, the 400W element is 47cm and the 600W element is 63cm, measured from the threaded connection.

What thread size do the heating elements use?

All three options use a standard 1/2" BSP threaded connection.

What accessory finishes are available?

The supplied dual fuel T-piece and blanking plug are available in a choice of Matte Black or Chrome. The electric heating element itself is the same for both accessory finish options.

Are the heating elements IP55 rated?

Yes. The 200W, 400W and 600W heating elements are IP55 rated.

Is IP55 better than IP44?

Yes, in terms of ingress protection. IP44 protects against splashing water, while IP55 is dust protected and provides protection against water jets.

Can these heating elements be used with a dual fuel towel radiator?

Yes, where the towel radiator is compatible with the selected electric heating element and the supplied T-piece is suitable for the installation configuration.

Can these heating elements be used for electric-only towel radiators?

Yes, with a compatible towel radiator that is correctly configured for standalone electric operation.