Heater Can Assembly - T80Z Fast-Fit
Which power rating should I choose?
Many of our electric showers are available in a range of different kilowatt power ratings, ranging from 7.5kW up to 10.5kW - ratings are lower for Instaflow water heating and Instaflow T30i handwash units.
But what does this mean to me?
Basically the higher the kW rating -- the higher the flow of water from your shower head.
For example — a 7.5kW shower giving a 40-degree Celsius shower in winter will deliver a flow rate of around 3 litres per minute. By comparison, a 10.5 kW shower can give 50% more flow from the shower head than a 7.5kW shower. Our short video demonstrates what this difference looks like.
What should I check for before selecting a power rating?
Before selecting your unit's power rating, you will need to check the following;
- Water pressure and flow rate
- Rating of the miniature circuit breaker or fuse in your consumer unit
- Size of electric cable running to your shower.
Why?
A higher kilowatt shower will have greater installation requirements than a lower kilowatt shower, therefore, you may need to upgrade your shower's electrical system to support a higher kilowatt shower.
The table below shows an example of the different typical requirements for a 7.5kW and a 10.5kW shower.
| 7.5kW electric shower | 10.5kW electric shower | |
|
Pressure/flow rate (bar/litres per minute) |
1 bar delivering 8 l/min | 1.5 bar delivering 11 l/min |
| Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) rating (Amps) | 32A | 45A |
| Cable size (mm²) | 6mm² | 10mm² |
How do I find my existing shower's power rating?
You can find your existing shower's power rating (kW) by checking the rating label on the underside of your electric shower unit (near the shower hose outlet). It should appear similar to the below example.
Need more assistance?
No problem, get in touch with our expert team via phone or email (see contact us), or use our live chat to speak to an advisor and get your queries answered.
Made a order online for a part for my triton shower, the thermal switch had failed so needed a new one ASAP. Delivered within a couple of days so everything back up and running again. Good products, good service and delivery was spot on.
7 months ago
Web site easy to navigate secure payments arrived on time part as described only criticism is part had no seals and i couldn't find any reference to their size as one was damaged and needed replacing. (Plumbers merchant sorted replacement)
6 months ago
Fabulous experience with the contact at Triton Showers.Immediate response to my initial email just to acknowledge receipt and that my query would be dealt with promptly.Having investigated my issue,their response was totally satisfactory,prompt and refreshingly professional and courteous.A first class experience.
6 months ago
I have recently used this service twice. Great products, helpful website with videos. The knowledge shared helped save the cost of a new shower as the fix was cheap and easy to do, Delivery perfect. Thank you
1 month ago
The customer service at Triton is excellent. It’s refreshing to be able to call a company and actually speak to a human being! The lady I spoke to was friendly and helpful and offered sound advice. The returns procedure was easy to navigate and I have now received a full refund.
11 months ago
Triton dispatched the order very promptly on both occasions. The courier failed to deliver the first one, so Triton reimbursed me promptly so that I could reorder. The courier managed to deliver the second one after a delay of only a couple of days.
1 month ago
Ordered a stabiliser solenoid/flow control valve which arrived as promised but when fitted, allowed water to pass when the solenoid was deactivated (just a drip but not acceptable). Contacted the sales team and told them the problem. Response; immediately put another valve out for delivery, no problem. Great customer service, thanks.
11 months ago
Contacted Triton with a model in mind. Staff advised me of another model that they thought would be better for me. They were bang-on. Only quibble is the amount of time spent trying to speak to an advisor.
7 months ago
service IS VERY GOOD. IT IS BETTER IF ANY INQERIES RAISED VIA E-MAIL IS ANSWERED SOON BY A STAND BY SERVICE PROVIDER. THE TELEPHONE NUMBER GIVEN FOR INQUERIES IS NOT RESPONDING. IN CONCLUTION SPEEADY RESPONSE AND PROFESIONAL PACKING WILL MAKE THE TRITO PRODUCT TO A WORLD CLASS LEVEL.
8 months ago
It was easy to buy the shower online, but when it arrived I was not impressed with the box, as it was damaged and easlly opened at the bottom, plus it was taped at the top. I could not call the delivery person back, as the parcel was dropped against my door, they knocked and ran. All of the parts were there, and it seems to work ok.
7 months ago
This part is compatible with the following showers
