Thermogroup | Lotus Long-Wave Outdoor Heater 1800W WiFi | IP44 Plug-In
The Thermogroup LO1800WB is a long-wave electric outdoor heater rated 1800W at 240V, supplied with a lead and plug rather than a hardwiring connection. It measures 1240mm long and projects a maximum of 215mm from the wall when mounted, heating an area of up to 18 square metres. The LO1800WB switches between 900W and 1800W output, carries an IP44 rating, and is controlled by WiFi app, handheld remote, or its countdown timer.
Fixed outdoor appliances typically arrive with a hardwiring requirement attached, which converts an alfresco upgrade into a switchboard job. The LO1800WB is supplied with a lead and plug, so it connects to an existing outlet instead. That shortens the installation considerably. The outlet must still sit within reach of the supplied lead and suit its outdoor position, which an electrician should confirm.
The physical figures determine where the unit can be positioned. A maximum projection of 215mm from the wall establishes the clearance required beneath a beam or eave, while the 1240mm length suits a smaller alfresco run than the longer models in the range. Thermogroup recommends verifying dimensions against the product on site before any holes are drilled.
Features
- Lead and plug supplied — the LO1800WB connects to an existing outlet rather than requiring a hardwired connection at the unit.
- Long-wave radiant heat — warms people and surfaces directly instead of heating the surrounding air, which suits open and sheltered areas.
- 1800W maximum output — rated 1800W at 240V, covering an area of up to 18 square metres.
- Two output settings — switches between 900W and 1800W so mild evenings do not run the heater at full output.
- WiFi app control — settings adjust through the app, so the heater starts before guests arrive or shuts down from inside.
- Remote control included — a handheld remote ships with the LO1800WB for control without a phone.
- Countdown timer — an adjustable run time shuts the heater down without anyone remembering to switch it off.
- 1240mm length — a shorter body than the larger models, suiting compact patios and balconies.
- 215mm maximum projection — the depth from the wall when mounted, which governs clearance beneath eaves and beams.
- Two year warranty — covered for two years in both domestic and commercial use from the invoice date.
- IP44 rating only — suited to covered outdoor areas and not to positions exposed to driving rain.
Where to use
- Covered patios and alfresco areas — the LO1800WB suits roofed entertaining spaces of up to 18 square metres where an outlet is already present.
- Balconies and small verandahs — the 1240mm body mounts along a wall above seating without occupying floor space.
- Rental and leased properties — the plug connection suits situations where hardwiring a fixed appliance is not permitted.
- Retrofits to finished areas — avoids opening walls or running new circuits where the alfresco is already built and lined.
- Small commercial seating — cafes and venues warming a defined outdoor zone through cooler months.
- Undercover barbecue and dining zones — the LO1800WB warms people directly where air heating would be lost to open sides.
The LO1800WB carries an IP44 rating, which covers splashing water but not driving rain or full exposure, so it belongs under a roof or eave rather than in the open. Because it plugs in, the outlet must be positioned within reach of the supplied lead and be suitable for its location, which an electrician should confirm. Verify dimensions against the unit on site before drilling fixings, and do not run the heater from an unsuitable outlet or a domestic extension lead.
