DC SD50 IS Standard Dishwashers – frontloading 500×500

£1,639.00

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SKU: SD50 IS

Product summary

Product description

Integral water softener – Three minute cycle, superior peristaltic auto-dosing units, low water usage, double skinned, two baskets, engineer diagnostic mode. Programmable options: rinse thermolock, auto-start door, audio status indicator, integral softener (when fitted).

A compact 500×500 front-loading dishwasher with integral water softener, designed for hard-water areas where scale buildup would otherwise reduce machine life and wash quality.

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SPECIFICATION 26 facts · tap for all External W × D × H580x635x825mmWidth580 mmDepth635 mmInput power13 ampProduct codeSD50 ISBrandDC

Identity3

Brand DCsite
Product code SD50 ISsite
Type Commercial Dishwasherscatalogue

Size & weight5

Depth 635 mmsite
External (W×D×H) 580 × 635 × 825 mmcatalogue
External W × D × H 580x635x825mmsite
Height 825 mmsite
Width 580 mmsite

Capacity2

Supplied baskets 1 Dish, 1 Cup and Cutlerycatalogue
Wash height 315 mmcatalogue

Power & energy4

Input power 13 ampsite
Rinse element 2.6 kWcatalogue
Totaload 3 kWcatalogue
Wash element 2 kWcatalogue

Build & fittings3

Counter balanced door Nocatalogue
Double skinned Yescatalogue
Filterount 1catalogue

Other stated facts9

Basket size 500×500catalogue
Boilerapacity 2.8 Lcatalogue
Cycle times s 180 seccatalogue
Drain outlet height 200 mmcatalogue
Placeapacity 18catalogue
Wash tank 26 Lcatalogue
Water flow min 10 l/mincatalogue
Water per cycle 2.4 L litrescatalogue
Water pressure min 2-4 bar (28-56 psi)catalogue
THE WORKING VIEW

Why this commercial dishwasher earns its place

If you're in a hard-water area, the SD50 IS is the sensible choice. Rather than fighting mineral buildup with increased chemical dosing or premature machine wear, this model has a water softener built straight in. It strips hardness before the wash cycle even starts, so every three-minute cycle runs on essentially soft water.

What does that mean for you? Cleaner glassware without spotting, even straight from the machine. No scale clogging the nozzles or heating elements over time. Detergent works properly, so you use less of it—both better results and lower chemical spend. The machine simply lasts longer in a hard-water area.

The peristaltic auto-dosing system still dispenses detergent and rinse aid with precision, even with soft water coming in. A low-water cycle combined with the softener means you're not wasting water to overcome water quality issues. You get 20 baskets an hour, same three-minute cycle as any SD50, but running on ideal conditions.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Questions, answered straight

Most of England, Wales and Scotland have moderately to very hard water, particularly in limestone and chalk regions. Your water company publishes local hardness figures, or we can advise—call 01792 732702 with your postcode and we'll tell you if a softener is worth it for your kitchen.

The unit has a built-in resin cartridge that removes calcium and magnesium ions before water enters the dishwashing cycle. When the resin is exhausted (typically monthly depending on water hardness and volume), you replace the cartridge. No moving parts, no separate equipment—it's all self-contained.

You're paying for replacement cartridges periodically, roughly once a month in a moderately hard-water kitchen. That cost is typically offset by lower detergent use and reduced scale-related maintenance. For an exact running-cost estimate specific to your water hardness, call 01792

No. The rinse thermolock still works identically—it just works better with soft water flowing through. The softened water heats faster and distributes heat more evenly, so you get more consistent rinse temperatures across every cycle.

There's no reason to—soft water gives you better results every time. But if you're curious or want to test the difference, the system is programmable. Contact 01792 732702 for control advice.

The machine will flag it in the control panel or through the engineer diagnostic mode. Replacing the cartridge is straightforward, and your Craven dealer can show you how or do it during service. For spare cartridges or support, call 01792 732702.
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DC SD50 IS Standard Dishwashers – frontloading 500×500 Product Data

Dimensions (W×D×H) 580 × 635 × 825 mm
Power supply 13 amp
Basket size 500×500
Capacity (dishes/glasses) 18
Cycle times 180 sec
Usable wash height 315 mm
Wash tank capacity 26 L
Boiler 2.8 L
Water consumption 2.4 L
Wash element 2 kW
Rinse element 2.6 kW
Total load 3 kW
Double skinned Yes
Counter-balanced door No
Filters 1
Supplied baskets/racks 1 Dish, 1 Cup and Cutlery
Min. flow rate 10 l/min
Min. water pressure 2-4 bar (28-56 psi)
Drain outlet height 200 mm
If you have any questions about the DC SD50 IS Standard Dishwashers – frontloading 500×500 then please get in touch.

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