A vertical bathroom radiator in matt black, 1200x500mm, is a compact choice for bathrooms where wall space is limited but height is available. The Belrad BUCZ1200500 delivers 593 watts via a steel construction with side connection, making it compatible with a standard central heating system. The matt black finish in RAL EN3004 suits modern and dark bathroom interiors without any gloss effect.
Specifications
| Property |
Value |
| Brand |
Belrad |
| Height x Width |
1200 x 500 mm |
| Heat Output |
593 W |
| Connection |
Side connection / Combi (left, reversible) – G1/2 |
| Colour |
Matt black (RAL EN3004) |
| Material |
Steel |
| Weight |
15.73 kg |
| Model Number |
BUCZ1200500 |
| Type |
Vertical bathroom radiator |
Is this product right for your situation?
This radiator is suitable as primary heating for bathrooms of roughly 8 to 10 m², depending on insulation and window area. The 500mm width makes it suitable for narrower wall sections, while the 1200mm height provides sufficient heat output surface. The combi connection gives you flexibility during installation: the connections are supplied on the left but can be reversed if your pipework exits the floor or wall on the right. The G1/2 thread connects directly to standard central heating fittings.
If the bathroom is your only living space without supplementary heating and it is a poorly insulated room larger than 10 m², 593 watts is likely insufficient. In that case, you would be better off looking at a radiator with a higher heat output or a larger size. This radiator is not suitable as a standalone electric heater — it operates exclusively on the central heating system, unless you add an electric heating element (not included).
Installation and use
Mount the radiator using the supplied brackets perpendicular to the wall, and check before fixing that the connection points are at the same height as your pipework — a misalignment of just a few millimetres will result in a visible tilt that is difficult to correct without re-drilling the brackets. After connecting, fully bleed the radiator using the bleed valve at the top; a radiator with trapped air will heat unevenly, leaving the upper section cold.
Frequently asked questions
Can I connect this matt black radiator electrically?
Not in the standard configuration. The radiator is designed for connection to the central heating system. If you also want the option of electric heating — useful when the central heating is off during the shoulder seasons — you will need a separate electric heating element fitted via the lower connection. This element is not included and must be ordered separately.
What is the difference between a left and right connection on a bathroom radiator?
With a left connection, the flow and return are on the left-hand side of the radiator when viewed from the front. On this Belrad, the connection is supplied as a combi (reversible), meaning it can also be configured on the right. This avoids the need to reroute pipework if it exits on the opposite side.
Is 593 watts enough for my bathroom?
As a rule of thumb, allow approximately 60 to 80 watts per square metre for an averagely insulated bathroom. At 593 watts, this equates to a room of 7 to 10 m². If your bathroom is larger, poorly insulated, or has a significant number of external walls, you would be better suited to a radiator with a higher heat output.
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Item number: BUCZ1200500
EAN: 5404029156390
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