INFRARED RADIANT HEATER IR 3050 Remote control, width of 96 cm, 3 heating levels up to 3,000 watts – for pleasant infrared warmth with light-reduced low-glare heating elements

Product Description

If you want to heat effectively on the terrace, in a beer garden or in outdoor catering, you need more than 1,000 or 2,000 watts. The IR 3050 infrared heater from Trotec delivers up to 3,000 watts of heating power, covering an effective area of up to 20 m2 — that’s about a third more than a typical 2 kW heater. The infrared radiation hits people and surfaces directly, without heating the ambient air: instantly noticeable warmth, no preheating, no fan, no noise.

The IR 3050 uses Low Glare technology: The high-quality short-wave infrared tube reduces visible light by up to 80 percent compared to conventional infrared heaters — with unchanged heating power. This means: no harsh, orange-red glow that disrupts lighting concepts, but rather a subdued, barely perceptible light emission. With around 6,000 operating hours, the tube is also designed for a long service life.

With IP65 protection type, the IR 3050 is completely dust-tight and protected against jet water from any angle — the highest IP protection class among Trotec patio heaters. The device is mounted on the wall or ceiling using a bracket; all mounting parts are included in the scope of delivery. The power can be conveniently controlled from your seat via the IR remote control in three stages (1,000 W / 2,000 W / 3,000 W).

What is the IR 3050 infrared heater suitable for?

The IR 3050 is the right choice wherever high heating power is required from a compact device: on larger terraces and beer gardens, in commercial outdoor catering, at bus stops, market stalls, entrance areas or industrial halls with an outdoor door. Wall or ceiling mounting frees up floor space and brings the warmth exactly where it is needed — without a freestanding unit getting in the way. Thanks to IP65, the device is also designed for heavily dusty environments and for continuous outdoor operation in changing weather conditions.

Large terraces and beer gardens: 3 kW for up to 20 square meters of effective area

A 2 kW heater is sufficient for a small seating area. Anyone who wants to heat a larger area or multiple tables simultaneously needs more power or more devices. With its third heating level, the IR 3050 covers an effective area of up to 20 m2, saving connection points, installation effort and costs compared to two smaller heaters. Gradually switchable — 1,000 W, 2,000 W, 3,000 W — the power can be precisely adjusted to the outside temperature and the occupancy of the area.

The rule is: the higher the wattage, the larger the covered area — and the closer the person is to the heater, the more intense the heat. The adjustable tilt angle (30 degrees up and down) allows precise alignment to the desired seating area. The two-color LEDs on the device indicate the active operating mode, even when the remote control is not at hand.

Continuous outdoor operation: IP65 protects against rain, splash water and dust

Compared to many competitor products with IP44 or IP55, the IR 3050 with IP65 offers the highest common protection class for radiant heaters: complete dust protection (first digit 6) and protection against jet water from any angle (second digit 5). This makes the device not only rainproof, but also resistant to saws, sanding machines or other dust-generating activities nearby — relevant for workshops with outdoor doors, production areas or warehouse entrances.

The aluminum housing is as durable as it is light: The device weighs only 3 kg and can be easily installed even in higher mounting locations. Once mounted, it stays permanently in position — no assembly and disassembly, no storage for the winter, no transport.

Low Glare: Maintain ambient lighting, yet heat fully

Conventional infrared heaters generate an intense orange-red light during operation, which bathes every outdoor area in a red-light ambiance. The Low Glare infrared tube of the IR 3050 reduces this visible light by up to 80 percent — thanks to a special tube coating that bundles infrared radiation and reduces scattering losses. This means: The heating power remains unchanged at 100 percent, the light emission is significantly dimmed. Candlelight, warm white LED lighting or the light design of a restaurant terrace remains largely intact.

Important Note for distinction: Low Glare means 80 percent less visible light — but not a completely dark operation. The tube is faintly visible during operation. Anyone looking for a heater that emits no light at all needs a true dark heater like the Trotec IRD 2400. If you want to combine maximum heating power (3 kW) with significantly reduced light emission, the IR 3050 is the right choice.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Trotec IR 3050

Is the IR 3050 a freestanding or a wall-mounted unit?

The IR 3050 is designed exclusively for wall or ceiling mounting — it has no base. All mounting brackets, screws and dowels for professional installation are included in the scope of delivery. The compact device (960 mm width, 105 mm height, 3 kg) can be installed on almost any wall or ceiling. Anyone looking for a freestanding patio radiant heater will find the suitable alternative model in the Trotec IRS 2050 E (2,000 W, base, IP25).

What does Low Glare mean — and what is the difference to the dark heater IRD 2400?

Low Glare refers to a technology in which a special coating of the infrared tube reduces the proportion of visible light to about 20 percent compared to a standard tube. The heater therefore still glows faintly — but significantly less than a conventional infrared heater. A true dark heater like the IRD 2400, on the other hand, operates in the medium and long-wave infrared spectrum (IR-B/C) and emits virtually no visible light. Anyone who needs a heater that remains completely invisible during operation chooses the IRD 2400. If you want to combine 3,000 watts of heating power with significantly reduced, but not completely eliminated, light emission, choose the IR 3050.

What does IP65 protection rating mean — and why is it higher than IP55 or IP25?

The first digit of the IP protection rating denotes protection against solid objects and dust: IP25 protects against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm, but not against dust; IP55 offers protection against dust ingress in harmful quantities; IP65 is completely dust-tight. The second digit denotes water protection: 5 in all three classes stands for protection against jet water from any angle. The IR 3050 with IP65 is thus the most robust of the three Trotec patio devices and also suitable for heavily dusty environments.

What is the effective area of the IR 3050 — and what influences it in practice?

The specified effective area is up to 20 m2. This value serves as a guideline for the direct radiation area outdoors; with 1,000 W power, the covered area is correspondingly smaller. Key influencing factors in practice: distance to the heater (the greater the distance, the larger the area, but the lower the intensity), draft (cold air partially neutralizes the heating effect), alignment (tilt angle adjustable by 30 degrees up and down). For areas with strong drafts, a reduced area and higher heating level are recommended.

How long does the infrared tube of the IR 3050 last?

The Low Glare short-wave infrared tube is designed for a lifespan of approximately 6,000 operating hours. With three hours of daily operation, this corresponds to a service life of about five years — with consistently high heating performance. The tube can be replaced if necessary; the device is not maintenance-free in the sense of the IRD 2400 (which has a non-replaceable integrated heating coil), but it offers the advantage that a tube replacement is possible if the device loses its full performance after years of intensive use.

Safety information and Warning Notices are available in the device manual