Hyco Water Heaters & Electric Heating
Hyco has spent 30 years as one of the UK's leading names in electric water heating, with ranges covering unvented multipoint heaters, point-of-use units, instantaneous inline heaters, boiling water taps, and hand dryers. As both a manufacturer and distributor, Hyco supplies plumbing merchants and electrical wholesalers across the UK. At Plumb2U you can buy the full Hyco water heaters and electric heating range online at trade prices. The 30L and smaller models are kept in stock for fast despatch, with the 50L, 80L, and 100L supplied direct from the manufacturer on a 1-2 day lead time.
Hyco Water Heater Ranges
Hyco's range covers both stored and instantaneous water heating, designed for domestic and light commercial settings including offices, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Powerflow Smart Unvented Multipoint
Hyco's flagship stored water heater range, available in four capacities and designed to deliver hot water to several outlets at mains pressure without a secondary pump.
- Capacities and pricing: 30L, 50L, 80L, 100L. Prices start from approximately £330
- Smart Technology models (30L, 50L, 80L, 100L): Three operating modes (standard, smart, and eco) with smart sensors that adapt heating based on demand patterns
- Anti-legionella: Automatic cycle raises stored water to 65°C every two weeks (30L 50L, 80L, 100L only)
- 30L (PF30LS): Smart Technology model with anti-legionella cycle. Runs three operating modes (standard, smart, and eco) and automatically heats stored water to 65°C for one hour every two weeks.
- Energy efficiency: A rating across the range, with stainless steel construction to minimise standing heat losses
- What's in the box: Full unvented accessory kit including expansion vessel, manifold, and valves
- Installation: Must be fitted by a G3-qualified installer
Which Capacity Do I Need?
Match the tank size to your outlets and demand:
- 5–15L (Speedflow/Handyflow): one basin or sink, light hand-washing or single point of use
- 30L (Powerflow PF30LS): a small flat, an office kitchen, or a single outlet installation
- 50L (Powerflow PF50LS): the most popular choice for a small home, busy kitchen, or a couple of basins
- 80–100L (Powerflow PF80LS/PF100LS): higher demand across several outlets, or light commercial use
- Instantaneous (Rho/Wave): intermittent use where no storage is needed and space is limited
Unvented vs Vented
Hyco's multipoint Powerflow and Speedflow ranges are unvented, running at mains pressure for a stronger flow to one or more outlets without needing a secondary pump. Vented heaters such as the Handyflow feed from a cold tank are simpler to install but limited to single outlet, low-pressure use.
If you need hot water at more than one point and want consistent mains-pressure flow, an unvented model is the right choice. All Hyco unvented heaters must be fitted by a G3-qualified installer. Hyco stocks dedicated accessory kits for both the Speedflow and Powerflow ranges to make installation straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hyco make?
Hyco is a UK manufacturer and distributor of electric water heaters, instantaneous inline heaters, boiling water units, and hand dryers, with 30 years in the market. Their water heating range covers everything from compact 5L point-of-use units to 100L multipoint stored water heaters.
Which Hyco water heater do I need?
Choose by the number of outlets you need to serve and your hot water demand. The Speedflow and Handyflow suit a single sink or basin; the 30L and 50L Powerflow cover small homes and busy kitchens; the 80L and 100L are better suited to higher demand or light commercial use. For intermittent single-point use with no storage, the Rho or Wave instantaneous models are worth considering.
What is the difference between unvented and vented Hyco heaters?
Unvented heaters run at mains pressure, deliver a stronger flow, and can feed several outlets. Vented heaters feed from a cold tank and are suited to single-point, low-pressure use. Hyco's Powerflow and Speedflow ranges are unvented and require G3-qualified installation.
Do Hyco water heaters come with an installation kit?
The Powerflow unvented multipoint heaters ship with a full accessory kit including an expansion vessel, manifold, and valves. Speedflow accessory kits are available separately. All unvented installations must be carried out by a G3-qualified installer.
Do Hyco heaters have anti-legionella protection?
The Smart Technology models (50L, 80L, and 100L) include an automatic anti-legionella cycle that raises stored water to 65°C every two weeks. The 30L PF30LS does not include this function.
How energy efficient are Hyco water heaters?
Hyco Powerflow units achieve an A energy efficiency rating. Electric water heaters convert almost all electrical energy into heat at the point of use, and the smart and eco modes on the upgraded Powerflow models help reduce energy consumption further by adapting output to actual demand.
What warranty do Hyco water heaters carry?
Hyco Powerflow water heaters from 30L to 100L carry a 2-year parts or replacement warranty on electrical components and a 5-year tank warranty.