When your hot water system stops performing properly, many homeowners immediately assume the worst and start considering expensive system replacements.
However, in many cases, the issue may be caused by a single component — the Gledhill GT017 Plate Heat Exchanger.
At Supplied Direct, we regularly help homeowners, landlords, plumbers and heating engineers identify and source replacement parts for Gledhill heating systems. Today we're taking a closer look at one of the most important components found within many Gledhill units.
What Is The Gledhill GT017 Plate Heat Exchanger?
The GT017 Plate Heat Exchanger is a key component used in various Gledhill heating and hot water systems, including certain BoilerMate and PulsaCoil models.
Its purpose is simple but extremely important.
The heat exchanger transfers heat from the primary heating circuit to your domestic hot water supply without allowing the two water systems to mix.
This allows your system to produce hot water efficiently while maintaining the correct separation between heating water and household water.
How Does A Plate Heat Exchanger Work?
Inside the GT017 are multiple thin metal plates stacked together.
Hot water from the heating system flows through one set of channels while cold domestic water flows through another.
As the water passes through these plates, heat is transferred efficiently from one side to the other without the waters ever coming into direct contact.
The result is:
- Fast hot water production
- Improved system efficiency
- Reduced energy waste
- Reliable performance
Common Signs Of A Faulty GT017 Plate Heat Exchanger
Over time, plate heat exchangers can become blocked, scaled up or worn out.
Common symptoms include:
No Hot Water
One of the most common indicators of a failing plate heat exchanger is a complete loss of hot water.
Poor Hot Water Performance
You may notice the water is not reaching the desired temperature or takes much longer to heat up.
Reduced Water Flow
A build-up of debris or limescale can restrict water flow through the exchanger.
Increased Energy Consumption
When the heat exchanger becomes inefficient, the system has to work harder to achieve the same results.
Heating System Faults
Some systems may display fault codes or experience performance issues due to poor heat transfer.
Should You Replace The Whole System?
Not necessarily.
Many homeowners are advised to replace older heating systems simply because replacement parts appear difficult to find.
At Supplied Direct, we specialise in helping customers locate:
- Obsolete Spare Parts
- Discontinued Spare Parts
- Hard-To-Find Components
- Gledhill Spare Parts
- BoilerMate Spare Parts
- PulsaCoil Spare Parts
- Heating System Components
In many cases, replacing a faulty component can extend the life of your system and save thousands of pounds compared to a full replacement.
Need Help Identifying A Gledhill Part?
Not sure if your part is a GT017?
Simply send us a clear photograph of the component, along with any model numbers you can find.
Our experienced team can often help identify parts and recommend suitable replacements.
Why Choose Supplied Direct?
We are proud to be known as:
The UK's Obsolete & Hard-To-Find Spare Parts Specialists
Our customers include:
- Homeowners
- Landlords
- Property Managers
- Plumbers
- Heating Engineers
- Maintenance Contractors
- Housing Associations
- Facilities Managers
Whether you're looking for a current production component or a discontinued Gledhill spare part, we are here to help.
Contact Supplied Direct Today
Need help sourcing a Gledhill GT017 Plate Heat Exchanger or another hard-to-find spare part?
Visit our website today:
Or send us a photo of the part you're trying to identify.
We'll do our best to help you get your heating system back up and running as quickly as possible.
Supplied Direct
The UK's Obsolete & Hard-To-Find Spare Parts Specialists