The W Series W-500 from Infratech
500 watts of 93%-efficient infrared heat from a 19-1/2" single-element quartz-tube heater in 304 stainless steel: 120V operation, from $586, UL & cUL listed, made in Gardena, California, and backed by a 3-year parts warranty.
Choose the W-Series if you want the heater to disappear: it's Infratech's flush-mountable profile, made to recess into drywall, plaster, stucco, or wood ceilings — or to hang from its included swivel brackets where a clean surface mount is enough.
It is not a furnace substitute — Infratech states these radiant heaters are not a replacement for forced air or ductless heating. It must be hard-wired by a licensed electrician (there is no plug).
Specifications
Keep 18" of clearance at the sides and ends, 36" in front, and 6" behind the heater; wall mounts sit at least 12" below the ceiling angled 30–60° down, and the minimum mounting height is 6' (UL) or 8' (UL/cUL). Power is 120V, drawing 4.2 A at 120V, on a dedicated hard-wired circuit.
W-500 vs. its closest Infratech options
A Marine UpGrade version in 316 stainless is from $836 (vs from $586 here), and the next size in the W Series line, 750 watts at 19 1/2", is from $586.
Features
- All-weather 304 stainless steel W-shaped body, 3" deep — with 316 marine grade available as its own listing
- 93% efficient, emission-free infrared heat from a single quartz-tube infrared element with a high output safety grid
- Five mounting choices — wall, ceiling, flush, pole, and drop pole — including the fully recessed flush mount look
- Brushed stainless or eight standard powder-coat colors, with unlimited custom colors by quote
- UL & cUL listed, CE approved, and IPX4 rated — proudly made in Gardena, California
Answers to common questions
Do I need an electrician to install it?
Yes. Every W Series heater is permanently installed and hard wired by a licensed electrician to NEC and local codes — the housing is drilled and threaded for standard 1/2" conduit, and outdoor installs use components rated IPX4. There is no plug-in option.
Can it stay outside in the rain?
It's all-weather construction, and the manual requires outdoor wiring components with a minimum IPX4 rating — but Infratech recommends hanging it under a roof or weather cover when possible — it will last longer and look better protected from rain and snow.
What controls does it need?
A control or switch is required and every Infratech control is sold separately — from simple on/off and duplex switches to INF regulators, the smart dimmer/switch, and zoned control panels. One caution from the manual: using competitor controls or accessories may void the Infratech warranty.
What's the difference between this and the Marine Grade version?
Construction. Every Infratech heater is corrosion-resistant 304 stainless steel; the Marine UpGrade version is 316 marine grade stainless for coastal, alpine, windy, and humid exposure. Same wattage and coverage — pick by environment.
What’s included, what’s required, and what’s optional?
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Included in the box: 19-1/2" single-element quartz-tube heater in 304 stainless steel; 500 Watts of 93%-efficient infrared heat; Wall/ceiling mount swivel brackets; UL & cUL listed.
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Required to complete the installation, purchased separately: An Infratech control or switch — every control option is sold separately; A dedicated circuit at your selected voltage, hard-wired in 1/2" conduit by a licensed electrician to NEC and local codes (components rated IPX4 outdoors).
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Optional: Options: a flush mount frame or pole mount for recessed or open-air installs; Infratech smart and value controls to run it — the heater itself ships complete with its brackets.
Does buying online affect my Infratech warranty?
No — The Torch Guys is 1 of only 5 authorized Infratech online dealers in the United States, so the full 3-year limited parts warranty applies. And we handle it for you: we register your heater with Infratech (which also enrolls you in their Heater Maintenance Program for free replacement end covers) and we file any claim directly with the factory, so you're never chasing paperwork.
