Product Description
Anyone looking for a radiant heater for outdoor use knows the problem: Conventional infrared heaters with carbon tubes generate noticeable heat – but at the same time an orange-red glow that competes with every carefully planned lighting. The IRD 2400 infrared radiant heater from Trotec fundamentally solves this problem. It operates in the medium and long-wave infrared spectrum (IR-B and IR-C) and emits virtually no visible light. The warmth is noticeable. The light remains off.
With a maximum output of 2,400 watts and three heating levels (800 W / 1,600 W / 2,400 W), the IRD 2400 covers an effective area of 16 m². The adjustable tilt angle of 45° allows for precise alignment with the desired area – seating group, passageway, counter area. The output can be adjusted from your seat at any time via IR remote control. The 24-hour timer handles automatic shutdown.
The IRD 2400 is not a freestanding device: It is designed for wall or ceiling mounting, and the appropriate bracket for both options is included in the scope of delivery. According to protection type IP55, it is completely dustproof and protected against jet water from any angle – a protection class that also qualifies it for permanent use in uncovered outdoor areas.
What is the IRD 2400 infrared dark radiant heater suitable for?
The IRD 2400 is the first choice wherever heat and lighting design play a role simultaneously: on restaurant terraces with atmospheric lighting, in covered entrance and lounge areas, on private terraces with outdoor kitchens, at carports or pergolas. Because it is mounted instead of standing, it requires no floor space and visually disappears into the ceiling or wall construction. It operates silently, produces no combustion products, no odor, and stirs up no dust.
Heat that doesn’t disturb the light ambiance – the decisive advantage of the dark heater
In outdoor catering, on illuminated terraces, and in entrance areas with lighting concepts, the use of a conventional radiant heater with a glowing element is an aesthetic compromise. The orange-red light of the carbon tube overlays any other lighting and is immediately noticeable as a foreign element in the room’s visual design. The IRD 2400 operates with a concealed stainless steel heating coil embedded in the aluminum housing. It is not visible from the outside, and it does not glow. The heat source remains invisible.
This is not a marginal difference for design purists, but a practically relevant advantage: Guests sitting by candlelight or warm LED light are not disturbed in their perception by the operation of the dark heater. The device heats without disturbing. For outdoor areas where lighting design has been invested, the IRD 2400 is therefore not an alternative to a normal infrared heater – it is the only sensible choice.
Outdoor Catering and Event Areas: Heat without Maintenance, without Interruption
In continuous commercial operation, in addition to the aesthetic argument, freedom from maintenance is particularly important: The IRD 2400 does not have a replaceable tube. The stainless steel heating coil is constructively integrated into the housing and does not require replacement. This means: no operational interruption due to tube replacement, no spare parts expenditure, no staff training for maintenance work. The device runs – and that’s it.
The IP55 protection class goes significantly beyond what many competitors offer: complete dust protection and protection against jet water from any angle. A heater that is mounted on a pergola or under a canopy and withstands daily operation, weather, and occasional cleaning without the protection class becoming an issue. For commercial operators, this is a relevant quality difference.
Private Terrace and Pergola: permanently mounted, durably usable, invisible in operation
Anyone who wants to permanently equip their terrace or pergola with heat, without having to set up and put away a freestanding device each time, will find the more elegant solution in the IRD 2400. Once mounted on the wall or ceiling, the device is permanently in position – and barely noticeable when switched off. The flat aluminum housing (55 mm deep, 1,460 mm wide) fits snugly against the mounting surface and blends into the construction.
With three heating levels and the remote control, the output can be conveniently adjusted from your seat without having to get up. The 24-hour timer switches off the device when the evening ends. The heat reaches people and surfaces in the 16 m² effective area directly and immediately – without preheating time, without noise, without any form of air movement.
Frequently Asked Questions about the TROTEC IRD 2400
What is a dark heater – and why doesn’t it glow?
Infrared heaters operate in different wavelength ranges. Short-wave heaters (IR-A, e.g. with carbon tube) generate infrared radiation close to visible light – hence the characteristic orange-red glow. Mid-wave (IR-B) and long-wave emitters (IR-C) operate in a wavelength range that is no longer perceived as light by the human eye. The IRD 2400 operates in the IR-B and IR-C spectrum: The heating coil gets warm, emits infrared radiation – but no visible light. Therefore, this class of devices is called a dark heater.
Is the IRD 2400 a freestanding unit or does it need to be mounted?
The IRD 2400 is exclusively designed for wall or ceiling mounting – it does not have a stand. The bracket for both mounting options is included in the scope of delivery. The device is 1,460 mm wide and 55 mm deep; after mounting, it lies flat against the wall or ceiling. Anyone looking for a freestanding radiant heater will find the suitable counterpart in the Trotec range with the IRS 2050 E.
What does protection type IP55 mean – and how does it differ from IP25?
IP55 means: complete protection against harmful dust (first digit 5) and protection against jet water from any angle (second digit 5). The comparison to the IP25 protection class, which many simpler radiant heaters feature: IP25 only offers protection against foreign bodies larger than 12.5 mm, but no dust protection. IP55 additionally offers complete dust protection – relevant wherever the device remains permanently outdoors and is exposed to changing weather conditions.
What area does the IRD 2400 heat – and how does the tilt angle work?
The specified effective area is 16 m². This refers to the area where the infrared radiation directly hits people and surfaces, generating noticeable heat. The tilt angle of the heater is adjustable by 45°: This allows for targeted alignment to the desired area, whether a seating group, table area, or passageway. For ceiling mounting, the beam can be directed steeply downwards or diagonally; for wall mounting, accordingly horizontally to downwards tilted.
Does the IRD 2400’s heating coil ever need to be replaced?
No. The stainless steel heating coil of the IRD 2400 is structurally integrated into the aluminum housing and is not designed as a wear part. Tube replacement is completely eliminated. This fundamentally distinguishes dark heaters of this design from radiant heaters with interchangeable carbon or quartz tubes, which require replacement after a certain operating period. For continuous operation in the catering industry, this is a relevant difference in operating costs.
Does a dark heater warm as well as a carbon infrared heater?
Yes and no – there is a physical difference that can be relevant in practice. Short-wave IR-A emitters (carbon tube) penetrate deeper into skin and surfaces and are perceived there as more intense direct heat. Mid- and long-wave emitters (IR-B/C, dark heaters) generate a more even, somewhat gentler heat, which is described as pleasantly mild – similar to the heat radiated by heated masonry. For use on a terrace or in outdoor catering, this difference is hardly noticeable in practice. Those seeking maximum intensity in a confined area choose a carbon heater. Those who prefer uniform, glare-free heat for a larger area with a harmonious ambiance are better served with the IRD 2400.
Technical data
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| Product identification | |
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| SKU | 1410003330 |
| Product- and freight dimensions | |
| Net width [mm] | 1460 mm |
| Net length [mm] | 55 mm |
| Net height [mm] | 200 mm |
| Net weight [kg] | 11.5 kg |
| Gross weight [kg] | 13.5 kg |
| Gross width [mm] | 1570 mm |
| Gross length [mm] | 140 mm |
| Gross height [mm] | 280 mm |
| Product information | |
| Effective area [m²] | 16 |
| Technical data | |
| Heating capacity [W] | 2400 |
| Heating element | Stainless steel heating element |
| Number of heating levels | 3 |
| Energy | |
| Cable length [m] | 1.8 |
| Rated current consumption A | 10.4 |
| Power connection and frequency | 220 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption | 2400 W |
| Recommended fuse protection [A] | 16 A |
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| Auto restart function |
| IR remote control |
| Timer |
| Functional principle |
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| Electric(al) |
| Infrared |
| Housing design |
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| Aluminium |
| Connector plug | |
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| Protection towards water | |
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| heating_capacity | ||||
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| Level/application | Heating capacity [kW] | Heating capacity [kcal] | COP range | Function |
| 1 | 0.8 | |||
| 2 | 1.6 | |||
| 3 | 2.4 | |||
| Max. | 2.4 | |||
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