Infrared patio heater for restaurants: TEL Lumia for year-round outdoor dining
Turn your terrace into a place where guests enjoy staying longer: The TEL Lumia series creates cozy warmth outdoors, regardless of the season or outdoor temperature. With a power range of 1.5 to 3 kW, TEL Lumia is suitable for small bistro tables as well as larger restaurant and beer garden terraces. TEL Lumia is TEL GmbH's (Temperatur Experten Leichlingen) self-developed, weather-resistant outdoor series (IP55), available directly from stock in Leichlingen.
Your benefits at a glance
- Longer stays: In pleasant warmth, guests are more likely to stay for another glass of wine or dessert.
- Year-round use: Spring, autumn, and mild winter days can be used for outdoor dining.
- Instant heat: No preheating time; the heaters are ready to operate within a few seconds.
- Weather-resistant: IP55 protection for reliable outdoor use.
- No UV component: Comfortable radiant heat, similar to sunlight in winter.
What heating power is right for a restaurant terrace?
Rule of thumb for outdoor areas: Depending on the model, TEL Lumia heats areas of different sizes, depending on the installation height and ambient temperature.
| Model | Heated area (approx.) | Typical application |
|---|---|---|
| TEL Lumia 1.5 kW | approximately 10 m² | Small table groups, bistro tables, café terraces |
| TEL Lumia 2.0 kW | approximately 15 m² | Standard restaurant tables, restaurant terraces |
| TEL Lumia 3.0 kW | approximately 15 to 20 m² | Large table groups, beer gardens, upscale restaurants |
Important: Infrared heaters warm people and objects directly instead of the air. As a result, the effect is largely maintained even in windy conditions, since radiant heat is not carried away like warm air.
TEL Lumia: Product overview for restaurant terraces
| Model | Power | Dimensions (L x H x D) | Weight | Installation at approximately 45° | Vertical installation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEL Lumia | 1.5 kW | 410 x 170 x 95 mm | 2.0 kg | 2.0 to 2.5 m | 3,0 m |
| TEL Lumia | 2.0 kW | 410 x 170 x 95 mm | 2.0 kg | 2.0 to 3.0 m | 3.0 to 4.0 m |
| TEL Lumia | 3.0 kW | 810 x 170 x 95 mm | 2.0 kg | 3,0 m | 4.0 to 5.0 m |
You can find the current prices on the respective product page. All models are suitable for both wall mounting and vertical ceiling mounting, available in RAL9005 jet black and RAL9006 white aluminium (silver), and designed for continuous operation, including more than 8 hours of daily use. The 1.5 kW and 2.0 kW models are operated via a standard 230 V socket, while the 3.0 kW model is permanently wired and protected by a Type C circuit breaker.
Wireless dimmer control
TEL Lumia can be dimmed to provide heat adapted to guests' preferences and weather conditions. The 2.0 kW wireless dimmer is suitable for the 1.5 and 2.0 kW models and regulates the power in four stages (33% / 50% / 66% / 100% as well as ON/OFF). For the 3.0 kW model, the 3.4 kW wireless dimmer with continuously variable control is recommended. It is operated via a 4-channel remote control for step control or a 42-channel remote control for continuously variable dimming in up to 6 groups, which is practical when several patio areas need to be controlled differently. Both dimmers are designed for continuous commercial use.
Applications in the hospitality industry
Restaurants and Cafés
On cooler spring or autumn evenings, TEL Lumia ensures that guests do not leave early because of falling temperatures. The wireless dimmer allows the heat to be adjusted flexibly to the weather conditions.
Beer gardens and outdoor hospitality
For larger open spaces with several groups of tables, a combination of multiple TEL Lumia 2.0 or 3.0 kW heaters is ideal. They can be controlled in different groups using the 42-channel remote control.
Hotels and event venues
For changing outdoor occasions, such as weddings or corporate celebrations, TEL Lumia can create a targeted heated comfort zone without the need for a permanent structural solution.
Bars and lounges
TEL Lumia's compact, weatherproof design blends unobtrusively into existing outdoor areas and enables targeted heating of individual seating areas.
Frequently asked questions about heating patios in the hospitality industry
Can guests or staff regulate the heating output themselves?
A wireless dimmer allows the heating output to be adjusted in steps or continuously. In practice, service staff usually adjust the heat as needed, similar to adjusting the indoor temperature.
Does the infrared heater disturb the ambiance of my patio?
TEL Lumia operates silently and does not itself create air movement, as the heat is emitted through radiation rather than a fan.
How quickly does the patio warm up?
The heaters are ready for use within a few seconds, so there is no preheating time as with other heating systems.
Does the heater also work in wind or rain?
TEL Lumia is designed for outdoor use with an IP55 protection rating. Since the heat is transferred directly to people and objects rather than through the air, its effectiveness is largely maintained even in windy conditions.
Can multiple patio areas be heated differently?
Yes, the 42-channel remote control can independently control up to 6 groups of patio heaters, allowing different patio areas to be adjusted individually.