Innova Heater Buying Guide

A well-designed outdoor heating solution will extend the outdoor experience year-round by providing an added element of warmth and comfort. With multiple sizes, wattages, and power options to choose from, selecting the right Innova heater for your space can be a bit overwhelming. Below we have put a step-by-step guide that will help you determine which model and how many you need for your space.

Expert Tip:We all know hot air rises which would make it nearly impossible to heat an outdoor space with a traditional forced air heating system. Infrared technology is the solution you need to heat your outdoor space efficiently and effectively. Infrared patio heaters like Innova will heat people and objects directly, NOT the air, which makes them the perfect solution for any outdoor application.

Navigate through each step making selections along the way to help you figure out which unit and how many would best suit your application based on our recommendation.

Step 1: Determine Mounting Height

At what height range do you plan to mount your heaters?

innova mounting height graphics

Based on your mounting height, we suggest the 1500 Watt Heater

EF15 | Each Unit Heats 5'x6' (30 sq. ft)

Based on your mounting height, we suggest the 4000 Watt Heater

EF40 | Each Unit Heats 8'x10' (80 sq. ft)

Based on your mounting height, we suggest the 5000 Watt Heater

EF50 | Each Unit Heats 9'x10' (90 sq. ft)

Based on your mounting height, we suggest the 6000 Watt Heater

EF60 | Each Unit Heats 11'x11' (121 sq. ft)

Step 2: Verify Coverage Area

Now that you know which model to choose, lets figure out how many of those units you will need. Use the Drag and Drop widget below.

Fill out your Name, Project Name, your dimensions and click create. Once you follow these steps you will be able to drag and drop your heater into the space.

Example: Heating a Patio for Full Coverage

  • 30 x 20 ft oudoor space
  • 10ft mounting height
  • Flat ceiling, looking to recess unit
  • Full coverage
full coverage ceiling mount heater placement

Recommendation: (6) 6k watt units with recessed frames, (3) dual duplex switches, slight overheat.

Example: Heating a Patio for Spot Coverage

  • 30 x 20 ft oudoor space
  • 10ft mounting height
  • Looking to wall mount unit
  • Specific seating and dining area heat coverage
spot coverage wall mount heater placement

Recommendation: (3) 6k watt units, (3) single switches.

Expert Tip: It is always better to overheat a space rather than underheat a space. What this means is that it's a good idea to oversize the heater so that the heat blooms overlap. Infrared heaters heat people and objects: The further you are away from a unit the less you will feel the heat. For example, if you have a 10 X 10 space it would be good to go with a 6,000w unit that will give you an 11 X 11 coverage. Although the heat bloom is bigger than the space, this will give you the most even heat throughout and there are controls that can be purchased to help you control the heat output.

Step 3: Configure your Heater

Now that you know which unit and how many you will need for your space, use the configurator below to build your ideal combination

  • FAMILY

    FAMILY

    • EF40 - 4,000W
    • EF50 - 5,000W
    • EF60 - 6,000W

  • VOLTS

    VOLTS

    • 208V
    • 240V
    • 277V
    • 480V

  • FINISH

    FINISH

  • DÉCOR

    DÉCOR

Expert Tip: When selecting the voltage you must make sure the voltage of the heater matches the voltage of your power available Residential homes more than likely will require 240v power, but it is always a good idea to confirm with your electrician prior to purchasing a heater. A heater where the voltage does not match the power will not effectively heat the space and can cause a safety risk.

Step 4: Select Control Option

We recommend the Duplex Switches from Innova

Innova Heaters come with two heating elements and the duplex switches are the perfect solution to give you the ability to optimize the infrared heatwaves emitted from the heaters. The duplex switches give you the option to operate each heating element on and off independently, ultimately giving you a high low control over your heaters.

For more information, please see our Innova Switch buying guide

Single Duplex

Single Heater Combo

Can be used to control each heating element seperately for one heater.

Available in Stainless Steel or White.

Shop Single Duplex

Dual Duplex

Dual Heater Combo

Can be used to control each heating element seperately for two heaters.

Available in Stainless Steel or White.

Shop Dual Duplex

We recommend the Smart Dimming Control Panel from Innova

The Innova Smart Dimming Control Panel makes managing your comfort zone easier. It helps control multiple heaters and furthermore, creates varied heat zones throughout your space. This control panel is a highly recommended addition for commercial spaces like restaurant patios where customers have individual heat preferences or for residential applications with multiple heaters needed. Modify each area with precise temperature conditions that are easily accessible and achievable with this control panel.

For more information, please see our Smart Dimming Panel Buying Guide or call our Patio Specialists

Control Panel Benefits

  • 3 Year warranty and made in Canada.
  • ETL listed/certified through rigorous testing.
  • NEMA 4 rated to withstand indoor/outdoor installations.
  • 0% to 100% dimming capabilities (dimmer sold separately).
  • Ability to control multiple heaters and create zone control.
  • Can integrate with most smart systems.*

*Lutron, Crestron, Control4, Wi-Fi switch. Any 0-10V dimming controller. Any on/off switch.

Step 5: Choose Mounting Option

I don’t have a wall or a ceiling to mount to

We Recommend:
Pole Mount

I want it flush with my ceiling

We Recommend:
Recessed Kits

I want to mount it on a wall or ceiling

We Recommend: Standard Heater - All models come with wall/ceiling brackets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Innova is a brand of heaters that was launched by a Canadian Lighting Manufacture called Eurofase. With decades of experience in the architectural lighting sector, they expanded their product offering to include Infrared Patio heaters to give clients a stylish option when looking to extend their outdoor season. Innova studied the market and created a product that can be purchased in endless color and custom laser cut decor plates options at a fraction of the cost compared to others in the Market.

Innova heaters use invisible infrared rays to heat a specific targeted area, this technology is known as medium wave infrared heat. Because these rays can be directed towards people and objects, this is the perfect solution to comfortably heat the desired area, rather than heating the air around them. Innova heaters come in various sizes, wattages, colors, and design options to choose from.

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

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

Each heater ships with the quartz elements along with all mounting hardware for ceiling or wall mount. Controls sold seperately.

Medium wave heaters have optimal performance when the ambient temperature is at 60 degrees farenheit. You can expect these units to heat a space 8-10 degrees warmer than the ambient temperature.

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