Introduction
We make infrared patio heaters for folks who want heat they can actually control. The whole idea is simple: get the wattage to match the space. Not the other way around. Go too big, and you’re burning money. Go too small, and you’re stuck with half a job. We’re here to help you hit the sweet spot.
Power, Voltage, and How the Space Actually Behaves
Infrared heat works line-of-sight. So the direction your patio faces matters a lot. It affects wind, sun exposure, and how quickly heat slips away. And the insulation? That decides how fast the warmth escapes through walls and glass. For a typical patio that’s fully enclosed and well insulated, we usually recommend1.0 kW to 1.5 kW per 10 m². If it’s open on the sides or gets hit by wind, bump it up to1.8 kW to 2.4 kW per 10 m². And don’t worry about rewiring the whole place. Our units run on standard voltages, so installation is straightforward. Just keep this in mind: more wattage means more heat, but it also means you need proper ventilation and a circuit that can handle the load—steady, without straining.
What’s Inside: Halogen, Coating, and the R7s Connector
At the heart is a quartz tube, filled with halogen gas. That gas helps keep the heating element stable and cuts down on blackening over time, so the output stays consistent. Then there’s the reflective coating. It focuses the energy forward, so you get more warmth where you need it—on people and surfaces—instead of losing it to the sides. And the R7s connector? It’s a practical, industrial-grade choice. Two terminals, secure, quick to wire, and built to handle vibration and the constant push and pull of heating up and cooling down. In real life, that means fewer hot-spot failures at the connection and faster replacement when a tube finally needs service.
Getting It Right: Comfort That Stays Out of the Way
On the job, you want a heater you can install and basically forget about—until it needs a quick swap. When you match wattage to insulation and exposure, the system runs smoothly without endless cycling. If your patio faces the prevailing wind, go with higher power and spread the units out to reduce cold spots. For sheltered, well-insulated spots, lower power keeps your operating costs sane. The payoff is predictable comfort, less stress on the electrical system, and a setup that fits the space without feeling forced. Done right, the infrared heater becomes part of the site—quiet, reliable, and not another headache on your list.