Stiebel Eltron CERO Plus 18 kW (480V Wye) 3-Phase Commercial Tankless Water Heater
The Stiebel Eltron CERO Plus 18 kW (480V Wye) represents a critical engineering solution for high-voltage commercial and industrial environments. Identified by part number CEROPLUS-018-480Y, this unit is specifically designed for facilities operating on a 480V 3-phase Wye electrical service. By leveraging high-voltage infrastructure, the CERO Plus delivers substantial thermal output while maintaining an exceptionally low current draw, allowing for efficient integration into existing electrical panels without the need for massive breaker upgrades or oversized wiring.
Performance & Electrical Specifications
The CEROPLUS-018-480Y is optimized for precision performance in technical settings, including high-rise commercial buildings, industrial manufacturing plants, and large-scale laboratory facilities.
- Power Output: 16.66 kW at 480V.
- Amperage: 20.04 Amps.
- Breaker Requirement: 25A (3-Pole).
- Temperature Rise Capability:
- 114°F rise at 1 gpm.
- 57°F rise at 2 gpm.
- 38°F rise at 3 gpm.
- 28°F rise at 4 gpm.
- Activation Rate: Features a sensitive 0.7 gpm (2.7 l/m) minimum activation threshold, ensuring the unit responds instantly even when paired with high-efficiency, low-flow plumbing fixtures.
- Maximum Flow Capacity: Robustly designed to support facility infrastructure with a sustained flow capacity of up to 10.6 gpm at 60 psi.
Advanced Industrial Engineering
- 316L Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger: The internal fluid paths are constructed from premium 316L stainless steel. This high-grade material offers the industry’s best resistance to corrosion, pitting, and scale accumulation, ensuring a long service life in aggressive or varied industrial water conditions.
- Precision Temperature Management: Equipped with an advanced digital interface that allows for user-adjustable setpoints between 60°F and 180°F (16°C to 82°C). Settings are adjustable in granular 1°F (1°C) increments for exacting safety and process compliance.
- Rugged Enclosure Options: Comes standard in a NEMA 3 enclosure, protecting sensitive electronics from environmental debris. For wash-down areas or corrosive atmospheres, optional NEMA 4 and NEMA 4X (Stainless Steel) enclosures are available.
- Industrial Pressure Rating: Engineered to operate reliably within a wide commercial pressure range of 4 to 145 psi (0.28 to 10 bar).
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Safety Certifications: ETL Listed to ANSI/UL Std. 499 and conforms to CAN/CSA Std. C22.2 No. 88.
- Made in the USA: Proudly manufactured in the United States, adhering to the highest standards of engineering excellence and quality control.
- Comprehensive Warranty: Includes a 6-year warranty against leakage and a 2-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
Maximize your facility’s operational efficiency with the industrial power of the Stiebel Eltron CEROPLUS-018-480Y. Secure the best market pricing or request a professional volume quote today at ProDryers or call 888-503-7937 for expert technical support.
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