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Step 1: Determine the Dimensions

Determine the dimensions of the space you would like to heat, including the length width and height. We recommend you review the diagram below to determine which heaters and how many would work best in your desired area.

Heat Coverage Mounting Height Product options
5' x 5' 6' to 7' C-15 SL - 16 W-15
6' x 6' 7' to 8' C-20 W20
7' x 7' 7' to 8' C-25 CD-30 SL-24 W25 WD-30
8' x 8' 7' to 9' C-30 SL-30 W-30
10' x 10' 8' to 10' C-40 SL-40 W-40
8' x 10' 8' to 10' C-40 WD-40
9' x 10' 8' to 10' CD-50 WD-50
11' x 11' 8' to 12' CD-60 WD-60

Indoor or well-protected environments will generally exceed average coverage. Heaters may provide less than average coverage in extremely cold or windy conditions.

Step 2: Choose the Correct Heater

Once you have determined which models suit your technical requirements, determine which will work both functionally and aesthetically for your space. Read more about each Infratech line by clicking on the links below.


C Series Heaters

Accessory Compatibility:

Infratech's low profile single element C Series heaters are suitable for indoor and outdoor installations, and offer a pleasing, streamlined look due to low clearance requirements. Features like floating mounts with inset mounting brackets combine a sleeker profile with concentrated heat output, for optimal warmth and style.

C15

  • 1500 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 5' x 5'
  • Mounting Height: 6' to 8'
  • Length: 33"
Purchase the C15

C20

  • 2000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 6' x 6'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the C20

C30

  • 3000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 7' x 7'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the C30

C40

  • 4000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 8' x 8'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 61.25"
Purchase the C40

CD Series Heaters

Accessory Compatibility:

With the same low profile of the C series, Infratech's CD series is offers the same streamlined look and indoor/outdoor application, with higher wattage options. Features like floating mounts with inset mounting brackets combine a sleeker profile with concentrated heat output, for optimal warmth and style.

CD30

  • 3000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 7' x 7'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 33"
Purchase the CD30

CD40

  • 4000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 8' x 10'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 12'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the CD40

CD50

  • 5000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 9' x 10'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 12'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the CD50

CD60

  • 6000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 11' x 11'
  • Mounting Height: 10' to 14'
  • Length: 61.25"
Purchase the CD60

SL-Series Slimline Heaters

Accessory Compatibility:

Infratech’s SL Series Slimline heaters have been designed with a clean, modern silhouette, narrow profile and low clearance requirements. Slimline heaters add designer appeal to any ceiling or wall mount applications. The SL series comes in a variety of wattages and can be mounted at heights ranging from 7-11 ft. SL series heaters are ideal for adding warmth to any seating area like pergolas, gazebos, or cabanas because the heaters virtually disappear into the surrounding décor. Available in durable anodized aluminum housing finishes, Silver bronze and black.

SL16

  • 1600 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 5' x 5'
  • Mounting Height: 6' to 8'
  • Length: 29.5"
Purchase the SL16

SL24

  • 2400 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 7' x 7'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 42.5"
Purchase the SL24

SL30

  • 3000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 8' x 8'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 63.5"
Purchase the SL30

SL40

  • 3000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 10' x 10'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 11'
  • Length: 63.5"
Purchase the SL40

W-Series Single Element Heaters

Accessory Compatibility:

Infratech’s classic W Series Single element heaters are ideal for most basic outdoor installations. These low-profile heaters feature low clearance requirements for a pleasing streamlined look. These single element heaters come in a variety of wattages and can be mounted at heights ranging from 7ft to 11ft. Our W series single element heaters operate at a lower wattage than some of our other product series making them ideal for use in properties that have minimal power allotment.

W15

  • 1500 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 5' x 5'
  • Mounting Height: 6' to 8'
  • Length: 33"
Purchase the W15

W20

  • 2000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 6' x 6'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the W20

W25

  • 2500 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 7' x 7'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the W25

W30

  • 3000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 8' x 8'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 9'
  • Length: 61.25"
Purchase the W30

W40

  • 4000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 10' x 10'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 10'
  • Length: 61.25"
Purchase the W40

WD-Series Dual Element Heaters

Accessory Compatibility:

Infratech’s High powered WD Series Dual Element heaters are our customers most popular choice. WD Series heaters provide more concentrated heat making them ideal for recessed applications, premium outdoor heating applications and large scale coverage needs. They come in a variety of wattages and can be mounted in a range of heights from 7ft to 12ft. They are also compatible with our value control, the duplex stack switch which allows you to turn on and off each element independently effectively providing half power, full power capabilities.

WD30

  • 3000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 7' x 7'
  • Mounting Height: 7' to 8'
  • Length: 33"
Purchase the WD30

WD40

  • 4000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 8' x 10'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 10'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the WD40

WD50

  • 5000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 9' x 10'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 10'
  • Length: 39"
Purchase the WD50

WD60

  • 5000 Watts
  • Heat Coverage: 11' x 11'
  • Mounting Height: 8' to 12'
  • Length: 61.25"
Purchase the WD60

Step 3: Select Your Controls

Selecting the proper Infratech controls can help you maximize comfort, customize convenience, and optimize energy efficiency from your Infratech electric heating system. Infratech has a proven track record when it comes to the engineering, design and manufacturing required to create standard and custom control packages of outstanding quality. Whether you’re heading a small intimate patio or a large commercial outdoor area, Infratech outdoor control systems can bring comfort and convenience to any space.

Types of Heat Control

Value Controls
Ready Made

Learn More About Value Controls

Best no-fuss solution for any budget. Each available in flush, surface, or weather proof housing.

Solid State
Custom Controls

Learn More About Solid State Controls

Custom built to your project speficications: set up multiple heating zones, adjust intensity, and control heat by zone.

Home Management System
Custom Controls

Learn More About Home Management Systems

Integrate your heaters into your existing smart home management systems. Requires a 0-10 volt DC input.

Value Controls

All available in different configurations, including in-wall or surface mount options, with and without weather proof covers.

Simple Single On/Off

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Simple on/off functionality for no-fuss control.

Not Timer Compatible

Shop On/Off Controls

Compatibility: For use with single element heaters.

Duplex

Learn More

Gives a Hi/Lo control options.

Not Timer Compatible

Shop Duplex Controls

Compatibility: For use with dual element heaters.

INF Regulators

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Gently cycles the heater off/on at regular intervals when not on full power.

Not Timer Compatible

Shop INF Regulators

Compatibility: Single element heaters below 3,000 Watts.

Contactor Panel

Pair with any 120 VAC on/off controls, including smart switches.

Timer Compatible

Shop Contactor Panels

Compatibility: All Infratech single and dual element heaters. Indoor only.

Learn More

Custom Controls

Universal Control Package

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Recommended for residential installation

  • Complete solution compatible with most 120V lighting controls.

Switch Compatibility

  • 120V universal Slide Dimmer & Timer Included

Dimming

  • Purchase a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® for dimming capability.

Smart Phone/Tablet Application

  • Purchase a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® for this capability.

NEMA Rating

  • NEMA 4 Panel

Heater Compatibility

  • All dual and single element Infratech heaters
Shop Universal Controls

Home Management System

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Compatible with most smart home systems

  • Interfaces with a Third Party System, requires 0-10V Dc Input Signal

Switch Compatibility

  • Programmed through Third Party System

Dimming

  • Programmed through Third Party System

Smart Phone/Tablet Application

  • Programmed through Third Party System

NEMA Rating

  • NEMA 3 Panel

Heater Compatibility

  • All dual and single element Infratech heaters
Shop Home Management Systems

Solid State Controls

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Recommended for commercial installation

  • Ideal for complex applications & using multiple heaters to set up zones

Switch Compatibility

  • Infratech Analog Controllers Only

Dimming

  • No dimming capability

Smart Phone/Tablet Application

  • Not smart phone/tablet compatible

NEMA Rating

  • NEMA 12 ANalog/NEMA 4 Panel

Heater Compatibility

  • All dual and single element Infratech heaters
Shop Solid State Controls

Step 4: Choose your Mounting Options

Wall Mount

Compatiblity: All Infratech Heaters

Ideal for directing heat outward into a room.

No Additional Purchase Required

Ceiling Mount

Compatiblity: All Infratech Heaters

Ideal to direct heat donward, over a seating or dining area.

No Additional Purchase Required

Pole Mount

Compatiblity: W & WD Heaters

Ideal for rooftops with no structure, such as a trellis or patio.

Additional Purchase Required

Flush Mount

Compatiblity: W, & WD Heaters

Ideal for high-end venus and luxury residential applications.*

Additional Purchase Required

*Ceiling must be flat and horizontal. Cannot be mounted on a slope or to a pitched ceiling.


Frequently Asked Questions

Today more and more people are entertaining outdoors, restaurants continue to invest in creating comfortable, more elegant spaces for their guests to enjoy. Home owners are installing elaborate outdoor living spaces that include, pizza ovens, outdoor televisions, high end grills and other amenities. In the past when temperatures dropped you were forced to go indoors, bundle up in winter coats or heat your area with large, inefficient gas or propane heaters.

Now with Infratech Electric Heaters - there’s a better option. An Infratech heater uses infrared radiant heat transfer to heat the objects around it. The heated quartz element in an Infratech heater emits a safe, clean wavelength of light to transfer heat directly to a chair, table or person. Rather than heating the air, radiant energy is only absorbed by an object and is not wasted heating the air. Because our source of infrared energy is enclosed in our quartz elements, it is not affected by the wind. For this reason, Infrared heat can be distributed evenly unlike gas or propane heaters and will not blow away in windy or drafty conditions. It’s a great choice for any outdoor living space or areas where spot heat is needed.

Infratech medium wave quartz element heaters are designed to emit a barely discernible, pleasing glow that will not affect the ambiance of your gathering. Unlike short wave or halogen electric heaters that use very bright colored light that can cast a harsh glare. Infrared heat is growing in popularity in part because it is a great fit with sustainability trends in home and landscape design. Eco friendly electric infrared heating system operate silently and produce zero negative emissions and no harsh odors. They are safe for rooms in areas like outdoor rooms, terraces, gazebos and patios. Our UL/CUL listed for both indoor and outdoor use and have minimal clearance requirements. They’re also energy efficient, converting over 90% input energy directly into radiant heat and cost only pennies per hour to operate.

You can often see this listed on your electrical panel or your meter. However, if you are not sure, we recommend you speak with a licensed electrician.

You can determine amperage by taking the wattage of your selected heater and divide by the voltage. This is also known as Ohm’s Law.

ohm's law

Amperage per wattage at 240v ? watts/voltage=Amps

  • 1500 = 6.25 amps
  • 1600 = 6.6 amps
  • 2000 = 8.3 amps
  • 2500 = 10.4 amps
  • 3000 = 12.5 amps
  • 4000 = 16.6 amps
  • 5000 = 20.8 amps
  • 6000 = 25 amps

Heaters and controls will come with wiring diagrams but need to be installed by a licensed electrician

Minimum clearance: 6" behind, 18" sides, 36" in front.

Each zone can power up to 9000 watts (at 240 volts). Heaters sharing a zone must be the same wattage.

Each heater ships with elements intact, mounting brackets for ceiling or wall mounting, and a 5 ft whip.

1StopLighting's sole responsibility and obligation in the event of defective merchandise shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the merchandise and 1StopLighting shall not be responsible for any other damage or loss, which may be sustained or claimed.

At their Food Services Testing Center, Pacific Gas & Electric has determined that a good patio heat installation (gas or electric) will provide between 3-7° of perceived heat at 60° F ambient conditions. Test results determined that more than 7° is too warm to sit in for extended periods. Colder or draftier areas may require more heat; protected or warmer areas may require less. Every installation will vary, along with our customers’ expectations.