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phantomSchwank
STP Series
supremeSchwank
2300 Series
eSchwank Ghost
ESM Series
eSchwank Electric
ES/ESD Series
Heat Intensity
The level of heat you feel.
🔥 50K BTU: Low
🔥🔥 80K / 115K BTU: Medium
🔥🔥🔥🔥 High
🔥🔥🔥 Medium-High
208V/240V ~1P
🔥🔥 Medium
Multi-V ~1P
Coverage Area
Mounting height 10ft.
50K BTU/h: up to ~200 sq. ft.
80K BTU/h: up to ~300 sq. ft.
115K BTU/h: up to ~500 sq. ft.
23K BTU/h: up to ~150 sq. ft.
35K BTU/h: up to ~250 sq. ft.
50K BTU/h: up to ~350 sq. ft.
4kW: up to ~160 sq. ft.
6kW: up to ~200 sq. ft.
2kW: up to ~100 sq. ft.
4kW: up to ~140 sq. ft.
6kW: up to ~160 sq. ft.
Mounting Height
(Recommended)
50K BTU/h: 8-10ft
80K BTU/h: 8-11ft
115K BTU/h: 9-12ft
23K BTU/h: 8-10ft
35K BTU/h: 8.5-11ft
50K BTU/h: 9-12ft
4kW: 8-12ft
6kW: 9-14ft
Multi-kW: 7-12ft
Fuel Type
NG/ LP
Infrared Tube
NG/ LP
Infrared Ceramic Tile
Electric Infrared
Carbon Fiber Bulb
Electric Infrared
Medium Wave Bulb
Top Clearances
50K/80K BTU/h: 5″–6″
115K BTU/h: 5″–8″
23K BTU/h: 5.5″–9.5″
35K BTU/h: 7.5″–9.5”
50K BTU/h: 12″–16″
Controls
2-Stage Wireless w/ Shelly App
1-Stage (23K, 35K BTU/h)
2-Stage (50K BTU/h)
Remote optional.
2-Stage Standard; Remote incl.
Modulating optional.
2-Stage Standard; ON/OFF.
Modulating optional.
Sound
🔊🔊🔊 ~55–65 dB
🔊🔊 ~45–50 dB
🔊 ~ 00–20 dB.
Silent – no moving parts.
🔊 ~ 00–20 dB.
Silent – no moving parts.
Appearance
Sleek low profile;
Black finish
Black finish;
Commercial design
Sleek black, ultra slim 3″;
Styled grill
Sleek Stainless-Steel;
Recessed option
Material
316 Marine-grade SS
Stainless-Steel
Finish
Upfront Cost
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Running Cost
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Pro Tip
Outdoor patios.
Choose 80K / 115K BTU for colder locations.
Wireless control app.
Sleek design.
~55–65 dB operating sound.
Lower heat intensity.
Outdoor patios.
Minimal clearances.
Wired controls.
~45–50 dB operating sound.
Strong heat intensity.
Outdoor patios.
Remote control.
Sleek design/look.
~ 00–20 dB operating sound.
Fast Mid-range heat intensity.
Check breaker capacity.
Outdoor/Indoor patios.
Wired control.
Best for recessed.
~ 00–20 dB operating sound.
Mid-range heat intensity.
Check breaker capacity.
Indoor or well-protected environments will generally exceed average coverage areas. Heaters can provide less than average coverage in extremely cold/windy conditions.
