R7s Halogen Infrared Garden Heaters: The Warmth That Just Works
We built these garden heaters for one simple reason: to make outdoor spaces genuinely comfortable. They fire up instantly, and they hold their ground when the air gets damp. At the heart of it all is a halogen infrared lamp—sized just right to throw heat exactly where you need it, without pushing the fixture beyond its limits.
Power, Voltage, and Size—Kept Practical
These heaters run on a 2500W load, and we set them up for the real-world voltages you’ll see—either 230V–240V or 400V. Go with the higher voltage option, and the current drops for the same power. That makes wiring easier and keeps voltage drop from becoming a headache, even when you’re running cable across a long outdoor stretch. The tube itself is typically 300mm long. Short enough to slip into compact housings, but long enough to give you a stable, even heat source. The payoff? A lot of warmth packed into a small footprint, so you can mount the heater right where people sit, without needing a bulky unit taking over the space.
The Design Choices That Make It Feel Dependable
The halogen element keeps the filament running hot and steady, which helps the output stay consistent and fights early burnout. The quartz envelope handles the jolt of quick on-off cycles without cracking under the stress. And there’s a reflective coating on the back of the tube, so more of that infrared warmth gets pushed forward—right where you want it. Then there’s the R7s connector. It’s a straightforward two-end bayonet-style fit that locks in fast and carries the full current without extra parts. Out in the yard, that means swapping a lamp takes minutes, not hours. Less downtime. Fewer service calls.
Warmth, Simple—Without Overthinking It
For garden and patio heating, the point is direct radiant warmth. With a 2500W, 300mm halogen infrared lamp, you get it the moment you flip the switch—no waiting around for it to “warm up.” Now, there’s a trade-off, and it’s a fair one. That high heat density means you need proper clearance, and the fixture has to be rated for the wattage. The lamp runs hot, so the housing has to manage airflow the right way. But when you match the mounting and enclosure to the lamp, you end up with something that’s reliable, easy to wire, and genuinely ready for life outdoors.