Distance between patio heater and ceiling

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Stop Your Outdoor Heaters From Dying Early

When we build infrared heaters for patios or half-covered decks, the cold isn’t actually the biggest enemy. It’s the moisture. Water getting inside or condensation building up is usually why these units burn out way before they should. It’s frustrating, and it’s expensive.

Why “Fog” Kills Heaters

Here is how it happens: a tiny bit of moisture hits a scorching hot quartz tube, and snap. That’s thermal shock. Or, humidity just slowly creeps into the electrical terminals until something shorts out. We handle this with two layers of defense. First, we use housings that keep the splashes out. Simple. This keeps the wiring dry and happy. But the real secret is the anti-fogging seals around the emitter. These seals stop humid air from turning into dew right on the heating element. When a droplet hits a tube that’s 500°C, it creates a cold spot. That uneven heat puts a massive amount of stress on the quartz. Eventually, it cracks.

Distance on Infrared Patio Warmth Solutions

Distance between patio heater and ceiling

Stop Your Outdoor Heaters From Dying Early

Why “Fog” Kills Heaters