
Vaillant Boiler Expansion Vessel 181051 + Pressure Relief Valve 96008LA
Vaillant Boiler Expansion Vessel 181051 + Pressure Relief Valve 96008LA
Product Overview
The Vaillant Boiler Expansion Vessel 181051 with Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) 96008LA is a replacement hydraulic safety component kit designed for use within selected Vaillant heating systems.
The expansion vessel is a key component of a sealed heating system. It absorbs the increase in water volume as the system temperature rises, helping to maintain stable operating pressure. The pressure relief valve (PRV) provides additional protection by releasing excess system pressure when required, helping prevent pressure-related damage to the boiler and heating system.
ℹ️ Product Condition Options:
This part may be available in New or Refurbished condition. Please check the available options from the dropdown menu.
Technical Insight & Common Failure Symptoms
The expansion vessel contains an internal diaphragm and air chamber that manages pressure changes within a sealed heating system. Over time, the diaphragm can deteriorate or the vessel may lose its charge, reducing its ability to control system pressure.
The pressure relief valve is a safety device designed to discharge water if the boiler pressure rises above the safe operating level. A faulty PRV may leak or fail to reseal correctly after operation.
Typical symptoms linked to a faulty expansion vessel or PRV include:
- Boiler pressure rising excessively when heating is operating
- Pressure relief valve leaking or discharging water
- Frequent need to repressurise the heating system
- Boiler pressure dropping after operation
- Water escaping from the PRV discharge pipe
- Pressure-related boiler faults or lockouts
Replacing the expansion vessel and PRV together may help restore stable system pressure and reliable boiler operation.
Compatibility
Manufacturer Part Numbers (MPN):
- 181051 – Expansion Vessel
- 96008LA – Pressure Relief Valve (PRV)
This part is designed for selected models within the Vaillant range.
Please strictly verify the manufacturer part numbers 181051 and 96008LA against your boiler's technical manual, exploded parts diagram, or existing components before ordering to guarantee correct fitment.
Safety Advice
Boiler pressure components involve water, heating system pressure, and internal boiler assemblies. Installation and servicing must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer in accordance with current regulations and manufacturer instructions.
This part fits the following boilers:
Delivery
Free next day UK delivery is available on orders over £50.
Orders placed before 3 PM are usually dispatched the same working day.
Delivery times may vary for remote areas, Highlands, islands, and non-mainland UK destinations.
If you need urgent delivery help, please contact our customer service team before placing your order.
All Orders First 30 Days:
You can return or cancel your orders for any reason at any time within 30 days of receipt. After 30 days, we reserve the right to charge a restocking fee or refuse the return.
Parts must be returned in the same condition and packaging as received, or we may deduct a percentage of the cost of the part.
A full refund or exchange will be agreed once the item(s) have been received and inspected to ensure they are unused and in their original packaging where applicable.
If the part is returned as faulty and is found to be working upon inspection, postage costs will be deducted from the refund.
Faulty Items After 30 Days:
All items come with a 1 year HTS warranty from the date of purchase. Warranty means HTS will repair or replace the item.
Refunds:
Our returns team will process your refund after we receive and check your items. Please allow up to 15 days for your refund to be processed.
The refund will be made to the original payment method used to place the order.
Contact Us:
For any queries, email us at returns@heatingtradesupplies.com or call +44 01912633708.
Customer Services
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