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Outdoor Infrared Heater, Alfresco ALF50

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Infrared heating adds that final touch to making your outdoor patio dining area and restaurant ready. Our outdoor infrared heater in Ireland and the UK will match and meet your customer’s expectations of a comfortable heated area. Consistent warm heat that is comfortable on your skin.

IR heaters Ireland, Alfresco infrared heater An electric outdoor heater keeping people warm outside

For business owners, since you have a large space to heat, you are going to need a multifunctional powerful outdoor infrared heater. Here at Alfresco we recommend that you go with the most powerful outdoor electric infrared heater in Ireland and the UK that your power supply can comfortably support.

Table of Contents

  1. The ALF50 Outdoor Patio Heater Equals Versatility
  2. Overall specs of the ALF50 outdoor electric heater
  3. The ALF50 IR heating element is energy efficient with a long lifespan
  4. Are outdoor infrared heaters safe?
  5. At Alfresco we use premium quality materials to build our IR heaters
  6. Save energy with Alfresco’s ALF50 infrared heaters

The ALF50 Outdoor Patio Heater Equals Versatility

The ALF50 is one of our most versatile infrared outdoor heaters. This patio heater operates both as a 4kW and as a 5kW heater. Giving you a wide range of infrared heating possibilities. You have the option of heating a mid sized cafe and restaurant with two of these heaters; you could have one in the front and one in the back, or one on one side and the other one the other side. Of course, we have larger heaters.

 

The ALF50 operates as a wall mounted patio outdoor infrared heater in Ireland, the UK. You could recess your electric heaters into the ceiling or veranda to expand on the area being covered.

With dual element infrared heating, you have the choice of using a single element or both. Let’s say that you have a few customers when you first open or just before you close. This would be a suitable time to use the single element for your IR heating needs. You would use both elements when you have a lot of customers. Let’s say around your peak times and on a cold day or night.

You will need to wire the ALF50 into your fuse board. Hire a qualified electrician when installing Alfresco’s electric outdoor heaters.

Overall specs of the ALF50 outdoor electric heater

The Alfresco ALF50 outdoor electric heater is an excellent choice when you need a bit more power for those larger rooms or areas. This heater is for businesses or homes that have the power to fuse the ALF50 outdoor heater into a fuse board.

The ALF50 outdoor heater runs either on 4kW/5kW and requires 21.2 amps to operate the dual elements. Measuring 99cm in length, the ALF50 is a powerful silent dual element outdoor heater in Ireland and the UK that is available 24/7. Runs on 4kW or 5kW Requires 21.2amps 156cm in length

The ALF50 IR heating element is energy efficient

Our IR heating patented chromium elements have an extremely long lifespan of 7000+ hours. That you can turn on/ off 24/7. You have nearly instant heat at your fingertips.

The ALF50 gives you a strong source of infrared heating in Ireland and the UK. Our IR heating patented elements are not subject to the huge current inrush that halogen heaters encounter. Our infrared heater elements have a soft start. Meaning that you can turn the element on and off with motion sensors and timers with little effect on the life of the element. Our elements last for over 7000+ hours.

Additionally, our patented chromium element has a micro-thin shield that reflects about 94% of the heat produced. Meaning Alfresco’s outdoor electric heaters are energy efficient. With many countries in Europe using sustainable energy resources, you would be aiding in reducing your carbon footprint.

The ALF50 is an energy efficient infrared heater that saves you money. Combine our 94% IR heat generating patented element, with a 98% pure aluminium mirror polished parabolic reflector, and you get 100% of the radiant heat reflected outward. You are getting an element that produces 94% IR heat and 6% light. Our energy efficient infrared patented elements save you money. Energy efficient element with a 98% Pure Aluminium reflector reflects 100% of the infrared heat on to you and your guests.

Learn more about our 98% pure aluminium mirror polished reflector.

Outdoor infrared heating area of Alfresco ALF50

How big of space does the outdoor infrared heater dual element ALF50 heat?

Your dual element outdoor heater would heat an area of about 4m x 4m.

How big of an area is 4m x 4m?

The ALF50 outdoor heater heats a space roughly about the size of 1.5 ping pong tables long and 2.5 ping pong tables wide.

You can also use a single element on those cooler days when you don’t need as much heat. This in turn saves you money.

Recommended electric wall heater placement for the ALF50

We recommend that you have the dual element ALF50 electric wall heater be placed between 2 m to 2.5 m high on the wall or have them recessed into ceilings or verandas.

The ALF50’s outdoor electric heater requires fuse board wiring

Keep in mind that our dual element ALF50 outdoor patio heaters must be wired into the fuse board. ALF50’s dual element outdoor electric heaters require a 5 core, 2.5 square mm cable to be run from the fuse board. You need this cable in order to be able to operate the ALF50’s infrared single or dual element modes.

42% of Irish electricity is generated by wind

Hire a qualified electrician when installing Alfresco’s infrared outdoor dual element heaters.

Are outdoor infrared heaters safe?

The short answer is yes they are. Alfresco IR heaters Ireland use a medium wavelength patented electric element. So, you feel a comfortable warmth on your skin. Our IR heaters produce the same infrared heat as the sun, minus the UV rays.

Your ALF50 infrared wall mounted heater will be on the wall or under a veranda, at least 2 meters high. So, there is no risk of your child or pet touching the electric element or heater.

At Alfresco we use quality materials to build our IR heaters

The Alfresco ALF50 outdoor IR heaters are built in Cork, Ireland. We use high quality materials. For example, we use 100% G4 stainless steel. The stainless steel can withstand harsh winter conditions without risk of corrosion.

The ALF50 infrared outdoor heaters will deliver all your required heating needs. We use 98% pure mirror finish aluminium reflectors. These aluminium reflectors enable the maximum amount of heat to be projected outwards instead of the rear of the heater. The ALF50 infrared heater is manufactured for commercial and domestic purposes.

G4 stainless steel Patented chromium alloy element 98% pure mirrored polished aluminium reflector

G4 stainless steel frame

98% pure aluminium reflector

Patented elements producing 94% infrared heat

Hire a qualified electrician when installing Alfresco’s electric outdoor heaters.

Save energy with Alfresco’s ALF50 infrared heaters

Important factors to remember with outdoor IR heating: Infrared heater dual element Electric Outdoor heaters patio and restaurants People sitting outside comfortably

  • Keep the space between you and the ALF50 infrared heater clear.
  • For best IR heating results use the ALF50 in a semi enclosed space or spot
  • This way you reduce wind chill
  • Use a motion sensor & timer

By keeping the space between you and the ALF50 infrared heater clear you feel the most heat. IR heating does not warm the surrounding air. This means that if there is something blocking the radiant heat energy, you will not feel the heat.

Remember IR heating heats objects not the air.

Motion sensors are a great way to get the most from your electric heater. When there is motion the outdoor heater turns on. With a timer, you can have it set to turn off. Our patented elements are not affected by the number of times you turn the element on and off. This in turn saves you money. You only need to heat a space when you have guests. Our elements last a minimum of 7000+ hours.

Using a timer, the ALF50 turns off when there is no movement in the area. We also recommend using your infrared heater in a semi enclosed space. Since the ALF50 heats you directly, there are no CO2 emissions. You are breathing fresh air in the comfort of your outdoor garden patio.

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Dimensions 99 × 21 × 19 cm
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FEATURES | ALF50

ALF50 INFRARED OUTDOOR HEATER FEATURES

 

  • CLEAN DIRECT SUSTAINABLE HEAT AVAILABLE 24/7 
  • PATENTED ELEMENTS: Alfresco’s patented IR heating elements produce 94% infrared radiant heat. 
  • TRUE MOTION SENSOR: Our patented elements are not affected by the turning on & off. 
  • LONG LASTING ELEMENTS: 7000+ hours with little to no maintenance.
  • ENERGY EFFICIENT: Our pure aluminium reflectors reflect 100%  of the IR heat out towards you & your guests. You save electricity.  
  • QUIET & STYLISH: quietly hides on a wall, under an awning, or recessed into your ceiling with no noise.
  • SAFE: No open flame. Securely fastened to a wall or ceiling.
  • ECONOMICAL COMMERCIAL INFRARED HEATER IN IRELAND: Requires an electrician to wire into a fusebox.
  • MANUFACTURED IR HEATER IN CORK IRELAND

ALF50 Q & A

Infrared Heater ALF50 Q & A

Can I wire my ALF50 heater into my socket in Ireland? 

Simply no. The ALF50 draws 40kW & 50kw. You will need to hire an electrician to set up the IR heater in Ireland, the UK, and Europe. You will need to hardwire the ALF50 into a fuzzbox. 

This powerful dual element heater is great for those with patios in your garden; or, businesses that have a larger space that the ALF40 cannot cover. 

Great outdoor patio heater for keeping your guests and family warm. 

**You will need to hire an electrician.**

How do I get the most out of my ALF50 outdoor heater ?

You can use this IR heater both indoors and outdoors. For those of you with a larger garden patio this heater will meet your needs. 

We recommend that you mount the ALF50 on a wall or hang from the ceiling or recess into the ceiling.  By hanging or recessing into the ceiling you get a wider area of coverage.

Keep the space between your infrared heater and you clear. 

Q.Does the ALF50 infrared heater  heat the surrounding air?

Infrared heating does not heat the surrounding air. Rather your IR heater heats you directly. So, you will find that you will get the best results by using the ALF50 in an enclosed space. 

An enclosed space means you are taking measures to prevent wind chill from occurring. 

What is wind chill?

Wind chill is when wind blows that heat away from your skin. You suddenly feel chilled when there is a slight breeze.

Infrared heats you and objects directly. When you stand in front of your IR outdoor heater, your body  feels the heat immediately. If you stand to the side of the heater, you will not feel the heat. 

How does my infrared heater save me money?

We have broken down the costs of our electric heaters in a different section.

However, your question still warrants being answered. 

First, you get direct constant heat. You are not losing any heat if there is a slight breeze. You feel 100% of the heat produced. 

Second, our heaters can be connected to a motion sensor. You may ask, “can’t all heaters be connected to a motion sensor?”

 Short answer is, “yes, all heaters can be connected to a motion sensor.”

What makes our heaters different is that our heaters are true motion sensors. We use quality chromium alloy elements. The chromium alloy elements are not really subject to the sudden energy surge that tungsten elements are subject to, as a result you are getting an element that lasts 7000+ hrs.

In simple English, you can turn your heater on and off as often as you wish. The element lasts a long time. You save money.

You save money by setting a timer to turn off the element. You save money because your heater will last at least 3 years. You are only heating a designated area and are not losing money by heating unnecessary space. 

Finally, our heaters produce 94% heat and 6% light. Our pure aluminium reflector reflects 100% of the heat back out onto you and your family and guests.

**You will need to hire an electrician to set up the ALF50.

Is infrared heating safe?

The short answer is yes.

Infrared heating is basically the same heat that you get from the sun without the UV rays. 

Make sure to read about the health benefits of infrared heating.

The heater will be mounted high enough on the wall; so, no children or pets will be able to touch the element. 

Is infrared heat a dry heat?

Short answer: yes. However, IR heat does not dry out your skin. You may remember that IR heating heats you directly. The heat is pleasant and relaxing. 

Of course, you still need to drink water and keep yourself hydrated. 

How long does it take for the ALF50 electric heater to produce heat?

We like to say less than a minute. You may start to notice heat within about 30 seconds or so. 

How often do I need to clean the ALF50 electric heater?

We recommend cleaning the reflector when it starts to get dirty. The mirrored polished alumimium reflector reflects the heat onto you.

 The alumimium reflector just needs an occasional wipe down. The surface is super easy to keep clean.

 **Turn off the outdoor heater. Remove the protective shield and wipe down the reflector with a clean cloth. 

Do I need an electrician to install the ALF50 wall mounted heater ?

Yes, You will need to hire an electrician to set up the ALF50 IR heater in Ireland, the UK, and Europe. You will need to hardwire the ALF50 into a fuzzbox. 

You will need to mount your outdoor patio heater onto a wall or recess into the ceiling. 

**You will need to hire an electrician to set up the ALF50.

benefits of infrared heating

What are the benefits of infrared heating?

There are a number of health benefits to having an infrared heater.

  1. Infrared heating heats you directly. Your skin and body will absorb the infrared heat directly.
    When you turn on your IR heater, you just have to wait a moment or so for your outdoor electric heater to warm up.
    Radiant heat is similar to that of the sun’s rays. You feel the heat when you are sitting or standing directly in front of your electric IR heater. Your muscles and nerves will begin to relax.
  2. IR heaters do not cause air movement. So, no dust or allergens are being moved around by warm air rising and cold air coming down. As mentioned, IR heat heats you and your guests directly.
    Since infrared heaters do not move air, airborne allergens and dust stays on the ground or on objects. This essentially means that you can breathe easier.
    We recommend that you enclose your sitting space to get the most out of your outdoor IR heater and to prevent wind draught/ wind chill from an outside breeze.
  3. Radiant heat aids with relaxation. Most people love to sit in the sun and soak up the sun’s rays. You get your vitamin D and feel relaxed. Infrared heating aids with relaxing your muscles and tissues.
    NASA research has shown that (far) infrared heat promotes healthy hearts in astronauts. The Mayo Clinic and journal has also reported that far infrared heating improved blood vessel functionality. Patients that suffered from diabetes, high cholesterol, and who had smoked benefited from far infrared heating.
  4. Infrared heat helps your body’s natural immune system by aiding in the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide improves your blood vessels health and well being by preventing blood from clotting in the vessels.
    Infrared heating helps fight cancer. Cancer does not like heat. According to studies done in Germany, Holland, and Austria they use a method called, “Hyperthermia” or thermal therapy. The idea behind the treatment is to increase the patient’s body core temperature. By increasing the body’s core temperature, the cancer cells are more susceptible to traditional radiation and chemotherapies.
    In short, IR heating aids in reducing stress and regulating blood pressure.
    You will still need to see your doctor and practitioner if you are seeing one.
  5. You are probably seeing a pattern, IR heating or radiant heat helps you relax and boost your immune system. Naturally, when you feel relaxed and calm, you can take care of your muscular injuries.
    The infrared heater can aid in boosting your immune system. Exposing yourself to infrared heat improves blood circulation. This in turn assists with how quickly your body heals and deals with muscle pain.
    Infrared heat is a natural way to assist in taking care of those muscle injuries and torn tissues. You will still need to take physio and treatment with your practitioner; however, while you are at home, you can treat yourself to IR heat.
  6. Radiant heating aids with detoxifying your body. Long wave IR heaters found in infrared saunas assist in detoxification. Of course, a healthy diet, drinking plenty of water, and making changes in your lifestyle will make the process easier.
    What we are suggesting is that IR heating will help you relax. After a long day, sitting outside under one of our radiant heaters could help ease the stress and clear your mind.
    The direct heat will blanket you with warmth . Your worries will melt away. Clearing up your mind to think clearly.
    How do you put a price on feeling relaxed and calm?
  7. You can sit peacefully outside and listen to the birds. Our outdoor infrared heaters in Ireland and the UK run silently. You just turn the IR outdoor heater on and enjoy the heat.

Infrared heating Questions

Common Questions About Infrared Heating

How long will my infrared heater last?

 

We have a 3 year guarantee. Typically our elements last over 7000+ hours. Our patented chromium elements are not really affected by the sudden spike of electricity. Meaning when the element turns on it turns without the sudden spike. 

 

This means you get a long lasting element and a true motion sensor. 

 

How do I save money with my infrared heater?

 

Our true motion sensor elements can be turned on & off with little wear. So, when a customer, guest, or yourself sits down the motion sensor will turn the electric outdoor heater on for you. 

 

Your timer will turn the outdoor heater off when there is no motion. 

 

You save money and energy with a true motion sensor element.

 

Our heaters heat you directly and nearly instantly. In our cost comparison section, you can read in detail about gas heat loss. With Alfresco infrared heaters, you get 100% of the heat that our chromium elements generate reflected back out onto you. 

 

Our 98% mirrored polished aluminium reflectors reflect 100% of the radiant energy onto you and your guests. So, you are not losing heat or energy. 

 

What is a true motion sensor? 

 

Here is a short explanation. Let’s take your typical tungsten light bulb. The more often you turn the tungsten light bulb on and off, the quicker the light bulb blows. Turning the light bulb on and off shortens the lifespan of the tungsten light bulb significantly.

 

Whereas our chromium alloy electric heating elements last significantly longer. Alfresco Chromium Alloy electric infrared heaters in Ireland are not really affected by the turning on and off. Our elements have a soft start. Thereby, you have a true motion sensor outdoor infrared electric heater.

 

You get an electric garden heater that turns on immediately; and, your customers, guests, family get instant comfortable electric indoor and outdoor heat. 

 

Alfresco’s electric wall mounted heaters are not really affected by the number of times you turn the switch on and off. Our electric heaters have patented Chromium Alloy elements. Our patented elements give you a long lasting element: 7000+/- hours. When connected to a motion sensor, our elements give you a true motion sensor. 

 

How do I get the most out of my outdoor heater?

 

  1. We recommend that you either recess your IR heater overhead to get the widest space covered or have your outdoor heater mounted to a wall. Each Alfresco wired outdoor heater has recommended mounting heights. 

 

  1. Make sure to connect your outdoor electric heater to a motion sensor and timer to turn your electric heater on and off throughout the day. 

 

  1. Keep the area between you and your outdoor infrared heater clear. IR heaters heat you directly, not the surrounding air. 

 

  1. Keep the aluminium reflector clean. The reflector reflects the radiant heat back out to you and your guests. The mirrored polished reflector just needs an occasional wipe down with a clean cloth. 

 

  1. Does infrared heat heat the surrounding air?

 

Infrared heating does not heat the air. Rather your IR heater heats you directly. So, you will find that you will get the best results by using your infrared heater in an enclosed space. 

 

An enclosed space means you are taking measures to prevent wind chill from occurring. 

 

  1. What is wind chill?

 

Wind chill is when wind blows that heat away from your skin. You suddenly feel chilled when there is a slight breeze.

 

Infrared heats you and objects directly. When you stand in front of your IR outdoor heater, your body  feels the heat immediately. If you stand to the side of the heater, you will not feel the heat. 

 

  1. How often do I need to clean my infrared electric heater?

 

As previously mentioned, We recommend cleaning the reflector when it starts to get dirty. A clean mirrored polished alumimium reflector reflects 100% of the radiant heat back out onto  you and your guests.

 

 The alumimium reflector just needs an occasional wipe down, especially after a heavy downpour or dusty windy day.  The surface is super easy to keep clean.

 

 **Turn off the outdoor heater. Remove the protective shield and wipe down the reflector with a clean cloth. 

 

  1. Is infrared heat a dry heat?

 

Short answer: yes. However, IR heat does not dry out your skin. You may remember that IR heating heats you directly. The heat is pleasant and relaxing.  There are a number of health benefits to having an infrared heater. The biggest benefit is how relaxed you feel. 

 

Infrared heating aids in relaxing your muscles and tissue.

 

Of course, you still need to drink water and keep yourself hydrated. 

 

  1. How long does it take for the ALF wired series infrared electric heaters to produce heat?

 

We like to say less than a minute. You may start to notice heat within about 30 seconds or so. 

 

  1. Can I use my infrared heater inside?

 

Yes, you can use our IR heaters inside. There are no poisonous gasses. Radiant heat energy is a pure source of heat. Radiant heaters heat you directly, not the surrounding air. 

 

  1. Is infrared heating safe?

The short answer is yes.

 

Infrared heating is basically the same heat that you get from the sun without the UV rays. 

 

The heater will be mounted high enough on the wall; so, no children or pets will be able to touch the element. 

 

  1. Can I use my infrared heater to dry the inside of my bathroom?

 

Technically yes. However, our heaters are not really designed for that purpose. Infrared heaters will dry your walls and get rid of black mold.

 

  1. Will I get skin cancer from my infrared heater?

 

Short answer, no. Tanning beds use UV light to tan your skin. 

 

  1. Can I get a tan from my infrared heater?

 

The simple answer is no.

Let us explain the difference between a tanning bed and Alfresco infrared medium wavelength heaters. Tanning beds commonly use UVB light to create artificial UV light that you would normally get from the sun. This UVB light, that you get from tanning beds, merely activates certain pigments on the skin, which gives you that artificial tan.

This artificial UV tanning could result in the aging of your skin, wrinkles, and potentially other health issues. 

 

Whereas long wave infrared heaters, used in infrared saunas, increase your body temperature without affecting your skin. There are additional health benefits to infrared heaters as well: aids in relaxation, weight loss, and expelling toxins from your body.

Important thing to note, keep yourself properly hydrated.