Thermofilm Heatstrip Installation Manual

Product &

Installation Manual

HEATSTRIP ELEGANCE

(THE Range)

Super i o r Tech n o l o g y. Supe r i o r Style.

Product Overview Rev A Jul 16

There are four (4) different series of products within the Heatstrip product category. Each has a different temperature
output, making them ideal for different applications. Below is a list of some common applications to assist with the
selection of the most effective and efficient series.

HEATSTRIP Indoor (THS-A models) is a medium intensity heater used for protected indoor applications only.

HEATSTRIP Classic (THH-A models) is a premium high temperature heater and is primarily used for outdoor rooms

where there is 1,2 3, or 4 enclosed sides, with an mounting height of 2.1m to 2.7m.

HEATSTRIP Elegance (THE models) is a premium high temperature heater and is primarily used for outdoor
rooms where there is 1,2 3, or 4 enclosed sides, with an mounting height of 2.1m to 2.7m.

HEATSTRIP Max (THX mo dels) is an ultra high temperature heater u sed for uncovered or open indoor or outdoor
areas with a mounting height of 2.1 m to 3.0m.

APPLICATION THH THE THX THS

Indoor insulated areas, classrooms, offices, bathrooms, wet areas, drying rooms √ √ √

Outdoor under cover, café, veranda, patio, balcony ceiling height 2.7m or less √ √ √

Outdoor under cover, café, veranda, patio, balcony ceiling height 2.7m to 3.0m √

Highly exposed outdoor area √

Indoor open area, warehouse, factory, production areas, sports facilities √ √ √ √

Indoor spot heating, above tables, assembly areas √ √ √ √

Heatstrip Indoor (THS-A) Heatstrip Classic (THH-A) Heatstrip Elegance (THE) Heatstrip Max (THX)

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Heatstrip Elegance. Superior Technology. Superior Style

After many years of developing, researching and working in

partnership with coating technology experts, Thermofilm, a

world leader in electric heaters, has produced a unique

composition to produce the new generation of outdoor heaters.

Heatstrip Elegance comes in an “off-white” colour which blends

in seamlessly with most white ceilings in alfresco areas.

• Electric radiant heater perfect for your protected alfresco

area, pergola, verandah or café

• The elegant, slimline design and “off-white” colour blends in

seamlessly with most white ceilings

• World leading element design produces a more compact

and higher output heater

• Significantly more cost-effective than bottled gas heaters

• Corrosion-resistant to handle the toughest outdoor
environments

• Convenient DIY installation of 1800W and 2400W models,

3600W model must be hard wired

• Optional mounting brackets and controllers

• 2 year residential warranty and 1 year commercial warranty

We recommend installing your HEATSTRIP Elegance with a timer controller to ensure the unit is turned off after a pre-set
time. Thermofilm recommends Model TT-MTM controller which includes a timer function and temperature control.

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Specifications - Australia

MODEL POWER

(WATTS)

CURRENT

(AMPS)

DIMENSIONS

(mm)

WEIGHT

(Kg)

LEAD

LENGTH

PLUG

(mm)

THE1800 1800 7.5 974x 170 x 48.5 4 1000 YES

THE2400 2400 10 1204 x 170 x 48.5 7 1000 YES

THE3600 3600 15 1804 x 170 x 48.5 9 1000 NO

MODEL

HEATER TYPE High intensity electric radiant overhead heater with high surface area

OUTPUT Refer to model code chart above

POWER 240 Volts Nominal at 50 Hertz, Single Phase

CONNECTION 3 Core Cable 2.5mm2

APPROVALS AUSTRALIA/NZ

MOUNTING HEIGHT MINIMUM

MOUNTING OPTIONS Suitable for ceiling, wall, beam, fixed umbrella and recess mounting. Also

profiled alloy

2.1 m
RECOMMENDED
MAXIMUM

available for extension mount using rigid fixing poles and chains / wire
suspension.

2.3 m to 2.5 m

2.7 m in a fully enclosed outdoor area (For higher

ceiling heights, units can be lowered using optional
bracket kits or refer to the Heatstrip Max range)

PROTECTION RATING IP55 Protection from water ingress from all directions

COUNTRY OF ASSEMBLY Australia

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Operating cost comparison

In many instances, patio heaters powered by gas bottles are used as an outdoor heating source. The below
table shows the operational cost comparison between HEATSTRIP® and a bottled gas outdoor heater. Not only
are the hourly running costs considerably less with HEATSTRIP®, but you never have to worry about running out
of gas, no refilling, no unattractive gas bottle to waste space; and HEATSTRIP® actually improves the value of

your property.

RUNNING

COST

OUTDOOR GAS

HEATER

HEATSTRIP ELEGANCE ELECTRIC RADIANT HEATER

THE1800 THE2400 THE3200

PER HOUR $2.78/hr $0.45/hr $0.60/hr $0.90/hr

PER YEAR $500.40 $81.00 $108.00 $162.00

Notes:

1. Calculations of hourly running cost for outdoor gas heater is based on $25.00 average to fill a 9kg gas bottle and
average running time of 9 hours. $25.00 / 9 hours = $2.78 per hour

2. Electricity rate of 25.0 cents/kWh

3. All calculations are excluding GST.

1.8kW x 0.25 cents = $0.45 or 45 cents per hour

2.4kW x 0.25 cents = $0.60 or 60 cents per hour

3.6kW x 0.25 cents = $0.90 or 90 cents per hour

Calculations of yearly running cost are based on 180 hours usage

180 hours x $2.78 = $500.40 yearly running cost for outdoor gas
heater

180 hours x $0.45 = $81.00 yearly running cost for 1800W Heatstrip Elegance

180 hours x $0.60 = $108.00 yearly running cost for 2400W Heatstrip Elegance

180 hours x $0.90 cents = $162.00 yearly running cost for 3600W Heatstrip Elegance

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BAR

BAR STOOLS

DINING TABLE

LOUNGE

BBQ

2 x THH24006 x THH2400

Spot heating principle

In most outdoor or difficult-to-heat indoor applications, there are 2 options when calculating the size and quantity
of the heaters required.

Option 1 is to comfort heat the entire area based on the total dimensions of the space, regardless of whether the
entire area is being fully occupied.

Option 2 is to spot heat the high use areas, such as over outdoor tables, BBQ’s, lounges, assembly lines or in­door workstations.

Often it is more practical and efficient to spot heat high use areas. Spot heating will reduce both the initial capital
cost as well as the ongoing running costs. Spot heating will allow the area to be “zoned”, meaning only the areas
that are being used are heated, such as tables in a restaurant or outdoor alfresco area.

Option 1 and 2 show a comparison between heating an entire area or spot heating over a table.

The bottom layout shows the flexibility of using HEATSTRIP to provide a comfortable environment, even when
the layout of the area is very unusual.

Option 1: 6 x THE2400 Option 2: 2 x THE2400

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Radiant footprint

HEATSTRIP electric heaters produce radiant heat which heats objects rather than the air. Therefore, it is imperative that
objects to be heated (ie. people), are within
the direct radiant footprint of the heater.

The diagram to the right shows the radiant
footprint of HEATSTRIP Elegance and is an
approximate guide based on a fully enclosed
outdoor environment.

This diagram shows that the maximum heat
output is found directly under the heater, and
the temperature decreases as you move
away from the heater.
It highlights the importance of maintaining
recommended mounting heights, and if
possible, positioning the heater directly
above the area to be heated.

Note that the temperature is similar for all 3
models, regardless of the wattage however,
as the size increases and the length of the
unit increases, the radiant footprint will be
longer.

The below diagrams show the approximate heating area for each model, based on both an indoor and outdoor enclosed
environment, with direct overhead mounting.
The radiant footprint is reduced in angled and wall mounted installations.

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