Modello i Round i79RO Special Order Hardwired Heated Towel Bar

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Width (in)	HEIGHT (in)	DEPTH (in)	BARS	TOWELS
78.75	1.625	4.125	1

WATTS	AMPS	BTUS	VOLTS	Electrical Connection
40	0.34782608695652173	136.48	115	Hardwire

Heating time without a towel:

10 - 15 Minutes

There are a variety of factors that determine heating times, including towel thickness, ambient temperature, and rack output. Learn more about heating times here.

Important Details

Available sizes and finishes vary by model. Contact Amba Products or an authorized dealer to confirm current special-order pricing, finish availability, and lead time.

Lead Time

Typical lead time is 14 to 16 weeks.

Final Sale

Special-order items are non-refundable.

Order Approval

Final order placement requires a signed special-order agreement.

Custom Single-Bar System

Individual heated bars that give you more freedom on the wall.

Modello i takes a different approach from a traditional rack. Instead of one fixed shape, it uses individual heated bars that can be arranged vertically or horizontally, which makes the installation feel much more custom.

Layout Freedom

Because the bars are installed individually, you can build the layout around the wall and the room instead of working around a preset rack shape.

Orientation

Bars can be installed vertically or horizontally depending on the design style and how the space needs to function.

Best Fit

A strong choice for design-led bathrooms where the heated towel bar should feel integrated into the wall rather than added onto it.

Collection Snapshot

The most flexible collection in the line

Modello i works well when a standard ladder rack feels too predictable or too limiting. It gives the designer much more freedom to shape the installation around the room.

Design-led towel warming for real bathrooms.

Product Information

Technical Specifications

Dimensions & Capacity

Overall Width: 78.75 in
Overall Height: 1.625 in
Overall Depth: 4.125 in
Number of Bars: 1

Product Details

Certified: cETLus Listed

Electrical Range

Wattage: 40 - 80 W
Amperage: 0.3478 - 0.6957 A
Voltage: 115 V
BTU Output: 136.48 - 272.96 BTU
Surface Temperature Range: 110 - 194 F

Installation & Warranty

Installation Type: Hardwire
Heat Up Time: 10 - 15
Warranty: 3 years

This heated towel bar requires a compatible Touch Digital Heat Controller. Choose the ATW-TDHC when the control will be mounted directly beside the bar, or the ATW-TDHCR when the control should be placed elsewhere. A remote-control layout also requires one ATW-CWB at each bar connection.

Direct control

One heated towel bar with one ATW-TDHC. The bar connection enters the controller at the same wall location.

Remote control

One heated towel bar with one ATW-TDHCR and one ATW-CWB. The controller can be located away from the bar.

Multiple bars

One ATW-TDHCR can control compatible heated towel bars within its electrical capacity. Each bar needs its own ATW-CWB.

Controller

Touch Digital Heat Controller

Mounts beside the heated towel bar for a single, direct wall connection. The controller handles on/off operation and adjustable heat output.

SKU: ATW-TDHC

US$400.00

Controller

Remote Touch Digital Heat Controller

Places the control panel in another convenient wall location, such as near the room switches. Its controller wall box is included.

SKU: ATW-TDHCR

US$370.00

Controller

Concealed Wall Box for Antus, Sirio, Quadro, Vega & Modello i

Installs behind the wall at the bar connection when using ATW-TDHCR. One concealed wall box is required per heated towel bar.

SKU: ATW-CWB

US$100.00

Installation Guide

Wiring, mounting, and setup information.

Open Installation Guide DOC

Additional Guide

Supplemental product support material.

Open Additional Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Is plug-in or hardwired better?

Neither is universally better. Plug-in can be easier for retrofit projects, guest baths, and finished spaces where opening the wall is not ideal. Hardwired often offers a cleaner built-in look and is frequently preferred in remodels and new construction.

The right choice depends on the room, the stage of the project, and how integrated you want the final installation to feel. For the full tradeoff, see Plug-In vs Hardwired Heated Towel Racks.

Do I need an electrician to install a heated towel rack?

A licensed electrician is strongly recommended for hardwired installations, new electrical work, wet-area placement, controllers, or any uncertainty about code and placement. Even when a model offers a simpler installation option, professional guidance is worthwhile if there is any doubt about the room conditions or electrical requirements.

For safety and planning details, see Are Heated Towel Racks Safe? and Plug-In vs Hardwired Heated Towel Racks.

How high should a heated towel rack be mounted on the wall?

There is not one universal mounting height that fits every bathroom. The right location depends on who will use the rack, how easily towels should be reached, the room layout, and the electrical planning behind the wall.

Accessibility needs and local code requirements both matter here. Junction box rules, clearance requirements, and other installation details can vary by jurisdiction, so local electrical and building code always supersede any general guidance. When there is any doubt, the safest approach is to confirm the planned height with a qualified local electrician, installer, or code authority. For related installation context, see Are Heated Towel Racks Safe?.

What is the difference between a timer, a controller, and a switch?

A switch turns the towel warmer on and off. A timer controls when the towel warmer runs. A controller provides model-specific control on compatible collections, such as heat-level adjustment or countdown operation.

The best choice depends on the routine and the selected towel warmer. TDHC and TDHCR controllers are not 24/7 programmable schedulers. For recurring scheduled operation, use a compatible timer or smart switch where appropriate.

A dimmer switch should not be used in place of a properly rated switch, timer, or controller unless the product documentation specifically allows it. For the full comparison, see Timer vs Controller vs Switch.

When is a digital controller the better choice?

A digital controller is most useful when the selected towel warmer supports heat-level control, especially on compatible Italian-designed collections that use the TDHC or TDHCR control family.

On compatible hardwired collections such as Antus, Sirio, Quadro, Vega, and Modello i, the digital controller provides heat-level adjustment and countdown operation in one wall control. It is not a 24/7 programmable scheduler. For recurring scheduled operation, use a compatible timer or smart switch where appropriate.

Controller compatibility depends on the exact model and SKU generation. Check the current product documentation before pairing a controller with an older towel warmer.

For the fuller control comparison, see Timer vs Controller vs Switch.

Which touch digital controller works with my Amba model?

Touch digital controller compatibility depends on the exact collection, model, and SKU generation. Newer TDHC and TDHCR controllers are intended for newer-generation compatible models.

For older DHC installations or older hardwired models, a new touch controller may not be a direct replacement. Use the product documentation for the specific model before selecting a controller.

Some older installations can add scheduled operation with a properly wired timer ahead of the existing controller. Any hardwired control change should be reviewed and installed by a qualified electrician.

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