What Makes These Patio Heaters Actually Work
We built these infrared patio heaters for one simple reason: to give you real warmth in open spaces where regular heaters just give up. The secret is the high-wattage halogen element inside—usually 2500W—running on a 400V supply. That voltage choice is a smart move. It keeps the current draw low, so you can run longer heater lines without having to rewire everything or swap out cables and contactors. And the 300mm tube length? It keeps the footprint small, so it slips into tight spots without spreading the heat too thin.
The Details That Matter
Inside the quartz tube, the halogen cycle keeps the filament steady. So instead of burning out early, it stays strong for thousands of hours. The back of the tube has a reflective coating that pushes infrared energy forward. That means more of the heat lands where you want it—on people, on surfaces—and less is wasted sideways. And the R7s connector? It’s a straight swap. No adapters needed. It also handles the high temperature at the ends without getting soft.
Where It Shines—and What to Watch For
These heaters were made for patios, workshops, loading docks—any place where you need warmth, right now, in the right direction. The shortwave infrared heat travels through the air with hardly any loss, warming people and objects directly. So you don’t have to waste energy heating the entire volume of air. That’s the payoff. The catch: the heat is intense. So you do need proper mounting clearances and a ventilation plan to keep nearby materials from getting too hot.