Need Help?
Call an heating expert on 01282 429061
| Brand | Reina |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year (T&C’s Apply) |
| Manufacturer | Reina |
| Manufacturer Part No | ELM/S400W |
| Wattage | 300W - 700W |
| Bathroom Safe | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP55 |
A genuine Reina Standard Electric Heating Element 400W for converting heated towel rails to electric or dual-fuel operation. Simple plug-and-play installation, IP44 splashproof, fitted with UK 3-pin plug. The trusted, no-frills choice when you don’t need touch controls or programming. 1 year Reina manufacturer guarantee.
No touch screens, no programming, no apps — just plug it in, switch on, get warm towels. Switches off completely when unplugged or switched off at the spur.
The 400W output is matched to UK heated towel rail heat loads — warms a typical chrome rail in 30–45 minutes from cold.
IP44 rating allows safe use in UK bathroom zones with appropriate clearance per BS 7671.
Plugs directly into any 13A switched fused spur or socket (located outside bathroom zones 0/1/2). No special wiring required.
Replaces the bottom blanking plug on virtually any UK heated towel rail. Standard 1/2 inch BSP threading.
Genuine Reina element supplied through authorised UK distribution. Full guarantee coverage with proof of purchase.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Reina Standard Heating Element 400W — Electric Towel Rail Element |
| SKU / Reina Code | ELM/S400W |
| Brand | Reina Designer Radiators |
| Element Type | Standard Electric Heating Element |
| Power Output | 400W |
| Voltage | 230V AC, 50Hz (UK Standard) |
| Control Type | On/Off switched via fused spur or plug |
| IP Rating | IP44 — splashproof, bathroom safe with appropriate zoning |
| Finish | Polished Chrome |
| Material | Brass body with chrome plating, stainless steel element rod |
| Thread / Connection | 1/2 inch BSP (standard UK radiator tapping) |
| Cable Length | 1.5m (approx) |
| Plug Type | UK 3-pin moulded plug (fitted) |
| Weight | 0.4kg |
| Compatibility | Most UK heated towel rails with 1/2 inch BSP bottom tapping |
| Application | Electric-only conversion or dual-fuel conversion (with T-piece) |
| Fixings Supplied | Yes — thread sealing washer and fittings included |
| Manufacturer Guarantee | 1 year — Reina Designer Radiators |
Yes — if your towel rail has a 1/2 inch BSP bottom tapping (the UK standard for the last 20+ years), this element will fit. Works with Reina rails, Kartell, MHS, Heatwave, Heritage, plus most own-brand rails.
No — the standard element runs at full power until switched off. If you want temperature control, look at the Touch Thermostatic Element or pair a Fast-On rod with a thermostatic control unit instead.
The element draws its rated wattage continuously when switched on. A 600W element running for 1 hour uses 0.6 kWh. At current UK electricity prices of around 27p/kWh, that’s roughly 16p per hour of full-power running.
Yes — the IP44 rating allows safe installation in UK bathroom zone 2 with appropriate clearance from water sources, in line with BS 7671 Section 701. The power supply (fused spur or socket) must be located outside zones 0, 1 and 2.
Yes — pair it with a Reina Dual-Fuel T-Piece (sold separately) to run on both central heating and electric.
Yes — the standard element comes pre-fitted with a moulded UK 3-pin plug ready to plug into any 13A switched fused spur or socket.
Yes — original Reina-branded element supplied through authorised UK distribution. Full 1 year manufacturer guarantee.
Browse the full Reina range at PlumbXtra, our complete heating elements and controls collection, or visit our electric heating department for more options. Need help choosing the right product? Our UK heating experts are available Mon–Fri on 01282 429061.
| Delivery Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Free Delivery | On all orders over £500 to UK mainland |
| Standard Delivery | 2–5 working days, tracked courier |
| Coverage | UK mainland; surcharges may apply for Highlands, Islands, NI and Channel Islands |
| Delivery Notification | Tracking number emailed on dispatch |
| Inspection on Delivery | Inspect goods on arrival — damage must be reported within 24 hours |
| Failed Delivery | Courier will leave a card — rearrange via the tracking link or contact us |
| Returns Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Return Window | 14 days from receipt to notify us of a return |
| Condition | Item must be unused, in original packaging, and in resaleable condition |
| Return Postage | Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs (unless item is faulty or damaged) |
| Refund Method | Refund to original payment method within 7 working days of safe receipt |
| Faulty / Damaged Items | Reported within 24 hours of delivery — we’ll arrange free replacement or refund |
| Full Policy | Read our complete Returns & Refunds Policy |
