Stiebel Eltron CE Plus 18 kW (480V Wye) 3-Phase Commercial Tankless Water Heater
The Stiebel Eltron CE Plus 18 kW (480V Wye) represents the pinnacle of high-voltage thermal engineering, specifically designed for industrial and high-demand commercial environments. Utilizing a 480V 3-phase Wye configuration, this model (Part Number: CE-Plus-018-480Y) delivers an instantaneous and endless supply of hot water. By operating at a sustained 99% energy efficiency rating, it eliminates the substantial standby heat losses associated with traditional storage tanks, significantly lowering facility utility costs.
Performance & Electrical Specifications
The CE Plus series is architected for precision and reliability, combining industrial-grade components with sophisticated microprocessor logic.
- Power Output: 18.00 kW at 480V.
- Amperage: 21.65 Amps.
- Breaker Requirement: 25A (3-Pole).
- Temperature Rise:
- 123°F rise at 1 gpm.
- 61°F rise at 2 gpm.
- 41°F rise at 3 gpm.
- Activation Rate: Ultra-low activation flow of only 0.7 gpm, making it the ideal choice for high-efficiency, low-flow commercial fixtures and handwashing stations.
- Max Flow Rate: High-capacity internal design supports flow requirements up to 10.6 gpm at 60 psi.
Engineering & Durability
- 316L Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger: Features a premium 316L stainless steel heat exchanger and internal piping, offering the highest level of resistance to chemical corrosion, thermal stress, and high-pressure fatigue.
- Direct Coil™ Heating System: Utilizes a specialized heating element design that vibrates during operation to actively shed limescale and mineral buildup, ensuring long-term efficiency and reliability in hard water environments.
- Advanced Flow Control™: Exclusive technology that maintains consistent output temperatures by automatically adjusting water flow if the facility's demand exceeds the unit's maximum heating capacity.
- NEMA Rated Protection: Standardized in a NEMA 3 enclosure for robust industrial protection. Optional NEMA 4 and 4X enclosures are available for specialized environments requiring wash-down ratings or protection from highly corrosive atmospheres.
- Safety Integration: Equipped with four independent levels of over-temperature protection, an integrated automatic air vent, and a lead-free brass pressure relief valve.
Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Standards: Certified to ANSI/UL Std. 499 and conforms to CAN/CSA Std. C22.2 No.88.
- Lead-Free Compliance: Tested and certified by the WQA against NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 for lead-free construction.
- Warranty: Supported by a 6-year leakage warranty and a 2-year warranty on all parts and materials.
- Origin: Proudly manufactured in the USA.
Secure the best price for your commercial infrastructure or request a professional volume quote today. Shop the Stiebel Eltron CE-Plus-018-480Y online at ProDryers or call 888-503-7937 for expert technical assistance.
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