DC SXD50A IS D Standard Extra Dishwashers – frontloading 500×500

£2,117.50

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SKU: SXD50A IS D

Product summary

Product description

Break tank, integral water softener & drain pump – 2+3 minute cycle option, superior peristaltic auto-dosing units, insulated boiler, low-water usage, double skinned, three baskets, engineer diagnostic mode. Programmable options: rinse thermolock, auto-start door, audio status indicator, integral softener (when fitted).

The DC SXD50A IS D is built for awkward sites: integral softener locks out scale, break tank and drain pump handle unreliable water supply and difficult drainage—two or three-minute cycles, reliable from day one.

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SPECIFICATION 26 facts · tap for all External W × D × H580x635x825mmWidth580 mmDepth635 mmInput power30 ampProduct codeSXD50A IS DBrandDC

Identity3

Brand DCsite
Product code SXD50A IS Dsite
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 30 ampsite
Rinse element 4 kWcatalogue
Totaload 6.4 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 90 120 180 300 User Definedcatalogue
Drain outlet height 200 mmcatalogue
Placeapacity 18catalogue
Wash tank 26 Lcatalogue
Water flow min 10 l/mincatalogue
Water per cycle 2.6 L litrescatalogue
Water pressure min 2-4 bar (28-56 psi)catalogue
THE WORKING VIEW

Why this commercial dishwasher earns its place

Some kitchens fight their infrastructure. Mains pressure drops during service. Drains sit above the machine. Water is hard. Older buildings, tight plumbing, legacy constraints—they're real, and they make dishwashing a daily compromise. The SXD50A IS D addresses all three at once.

The break tank collects incoming water and regulates it to a consistent pressure, so supply fluctuations don't stall the machine mid-cycle. The drain pump actively lifts waste water to any outlet point, so you're not held hostage by drainage layout. The integral softener removes hardness minerals, preventing scale from building inside the boiler and killing efficiency. Together, these three features mean the machine works reliably on any site, no excuses.

The engineering underneath matches that resilience: two or three-minute cycles so you set the pace, superior peristaltic auto-dosing for precise chemical metering, and an insulated boiler that holds rinse temperature through the rush. Low-water usage keeps running costs honest even with the break tank and pump doing their work.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Questions, answered straight

The break tank collects incoming water and lets it stabilise at a regulated pressure, so the machine gets consistent supply even if mains pressure dips—common during peak hours or in older buildings. Without a tank, pressure fluctuations cause uneven washing, cycle delays, or aborts. The tank ensures the machine performs the same whether pressure is 1 bar or 3 bar.

The pump actively lifts waste water to any outlet point, removing the constraint that the drain must be below the machine. If your pit is cramped, your outlet is high, or your plumbing is tight, the pump solves the problem. It's particularly valuable in older buildings or temporary setups where drainage layout is fixed.

Yes, it's fitted as standard. The softener removes hardness minerals (calcium, magnesium) before they reach the wash chamber, preventing scale buildup on the heating element and inside the boiler. You refill the softener cartridge every 4–6 weeks depending on water hardness and volume—a simple swap, no plumber needed. Hard-water regions will see the cost repaid within a year through boiler efficiency and fewer service calls.

Two minutes is the sprint—hotter, faster, better for mid-service when plates stack. Three minutes uses slightly less energy and water, better for lightly soiled items or off-peak periods. Your team will naturally split usage between the two depending on the time of day. The peristaltic auto-dosing applies exact detergent amounts, so chemical cost is consistent regardless of cycle—what changes is water and energy.

Both are low-maintenance. The tank is a collection vessel with a float valve; it rarely needs attention beyond an annual inspection. The pump is engineered for continuous use and requires no routine maintenance beyond a visual check on the outlet line for blockages. Annual boiler clean and dosing unit check cover the essentials.

The softener is fitted but dormant—it's not consuming cartridges or adding cost if you don't use it. If your water supplier advises softening is unnecessary, you simply don't refill the cartridge. But in most of southern England, Wales and the Midlands, hard water is the default; having softening built in means you're protected if you ever discover scale or if your water hardness increases.
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DC SXD50A IS D Standard Extra Dishwashers – frontloading 500×500 Product Data

Dimensions (W×D×H) 580 × 635 × 825 mm
Power supply 30 amp
Basket size 500×500
Capacity (dishes/glasses) 18
Cycle times 90 120 180 300 User Defined
Usable wash height 315 mm
Wash tank capacity 26 L
Boiler 2.8 L
Water consumption 2.6 L
Wash element 2 kW
Rinse element 4 kW
Total load 6.4 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
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