Metal infrared panels

The white PB range

Metal infrared panels with a satin-matt white front

The white PB range is intended for anyone seeking an understated heating surface with various options in size and output. The front is white in RAL 9003 and has a lightly textured, satin-matt finish. There is no separately visible frame around the heating surface. This allows you to match the panel choice to a light wall, a ceiling or an interior where the heating should have a restrained presence.

Our metal infrared panels are available in wide, narrow and square sizes. This gives you scope to find a suitable position, but does not mean that every size has the same heating function. The available models in the white PB table range from 210 to 1410 watts. We select an item based on the combination of heat demand, positioning and dimensions. The chosen shape supports the plan; it does not replace an output assessment.

This page concerns the white metal PB version. If you want the same material with a different appearance, view Sand and Graphit, the metal panels in RAL colours or a personalised image on metal. These variants have their own article codes and available models. Compare the relevant details before deciding on a version.

ESHC Plus, insulation and panel construction

The PB range uses ESHC Plus heating technology to heat the panel front. The construction combines the metal heating surface with rear insulation. This insulation limits heat transfer backwards. The design therefore focuses on the operation of the whole panel, not just the visible finish. Two integrated thermal safety switches form part of the described construction.

A heated surface transfers warmth through infrared radiation and heat transfer to the air. Appliance positioning, the temperature of surrounding surfaces and room usage also matter for comfort. Choosing a panel behind a large piece of furniture based solely on the available wall dimensions is therefore not good preparation. We consider how the warmth reaches the places where you want to experience it.

Metal infrared panels are electrical heating appliances. The technology does not offer a fixed energy consumption that applies to every building. How long the appliance needs to switch on depends partly on heat loss and temperature control. Product construction and the heating plan belong to the same decision. To understand this relationship better, read our explanation of how infrared heating works. On this product page, we then focus on the specific PB models.

Which PB model suits the available surface area?

To compare several metal infrared panels, make a short list for each candidate with the article code, output, overall dimensions and weight. Alongside it, note where you want to mount the panel and which controls you need. This lets you compare the same information instead of just a product photo. A quotation for several rooms may also include different models: the available wall space and heat demand are not the same in every room.

Already using a panel and looking for an addition? Also provide the existing article code and the receiver or thermostat in use. We can then assess how the extension fits your installation. A matching colour or size is insufficient to establish the compatibility of electrical components.

The table shows the differences within the white range. The PB0210 has an output of 210 watts and measures 39.2 × 59.2 × 1.7 cm. The square PB0330 measures 59.2 × 59.2 × 1.7 cm and has an output of 330 watts. A much larger square panel, the PB1410, measures 120.0 × 120.0 × 1.7 cm and has an output of 1410 watts. These models are therefore not interchangeable choices based solely on shape.

For a narrow mounting surface, the dimensions of PB0260 and PB0360, for example, are relevant: 29.2 × 89.2 × 1.7 cm and 29.2 × 119.2 × 1.7 cm respectively. Their outputs are 260 and 360 watts. For a wider rectangular version, you can compare other PB models. Always note the full article code and check the available fixing space around the appliance according to the model’s instructions.

Weight is also part of preparation. The white PB0210 weighs 4.5 kg; the table lists 28.0 kg for the PB1410. A suitable mounting surface and appropriate fixings are therefore important for every selection. We compare dimensions, output and weight together. Use the model selection in the product catalogue to specify your version with the quotation request, so the proposal is based on a specific item.

Choosing output based on your heat demand

With metal infrared panels, the building and heating function determine how much output you need. Floor area alone is insufficient. Also consider window area, insulation, ventilation, ceiling height and the desired indoor temperature. A well-insulated home office and an older living room with large windows can have different heat demands despite the same area. A general wattage factor is therefore not definitive advice for every room.

We discuss whether the panel should provide primary heating, supplementary heating or form part of a larger plan. For primary heating, the configuration must meet the relevant heat demand. For supplementary heating, we consider the extra comfort you seek and the heating that remains in operation. The number of panels and their distribution across the space may also differ. One large panel is not automatically better than a carefully selected distribution.

The catalogue gives indicative room areas for PB models. These support orientation, but do not guarantee coverage in every home. For an assessment, provide the room dimensions and usage, with information about windows and insulation. Photos or a floor plan help explore positioning. Our page on calculating the required heating output explains which details are involved in that step.

Metal infrared panels on the wall or ceiling

The white PB range offers wall and ceiling mounting options under the requirements of the chosen model. For a wall arrangement, we consider its relationship to furniture, windows and the places where you sit or work. On the ceiling, wall space remains available for other functions. In both cases, the position must suit the desired heat distribution and the structure to which the appliance is attached.

Installation preparation involves more than the panel’s overall dimensions. Check the fixing points, weight, connection and prescribed clearances in the model manual. Use a suitable fixing solution for the substrate. Rear insulation does not mean you can position the appliance flat against any surface without further checks. The exact item’s instructions remain decisive for the arrangement.

Would you like to combine metal infrared panels with a recessed ceiling frame or lighting frame? Have the compatibility of the panel and accessory confirmed. These components have their own sizes and application requirements. View our installation accessories and specify the finish you want with your enquiry. Our explanation of infrared panel positioning also helps when choosing the location. This allows you to assess the design and technical preparation together.

Precon connection and suitable temperature controls

According to the catalogue, the current white PB version has a 650 mm connection cable with the precon connector system. Panel selection should go hand in hand with suitable temperature controls. For the described models, the catalogue states that a controller must be added to meet the relevant ecodesign requirements. We therefore discuss not only the heating panel, but also how you want to operate it and which components are needed.

When combining components, check the panel, receiver, thermostat and any additional equipment. A matching plug shape does not tell you whether any given control range is technically suitable. For an existing installation, provide model codes and photos of the connection. This helps us assess the correct extension or replacement without automatically treating an older version’s connection as identical to a new model’s.

For metal infrared panels, we also consider the electrical load of the selected configuration. If you want to control several appliances, the capacity of the relevant control components must suit them. The desired operation follows from this complete combination; Wi-Fi or app control is not a standard built-in feature of every PB panel. Read more about precon and the connection and explore the available temperature controls to prepare for your proposal.

Home, workplace and the right protection rating

The white PB panels have protection rating IP21 and protection class I. These details are part of the product’s application and electrical preparation. A robust metal front does not automatically make the appliance suitable for every damp or outdoor environment. Check the conditions and permitted positioning of your model. You must not apply the protection rating of another product family to the PB range.

For a living room, workspace or suitable commercial space, we assess how the panel fits the interior. At a workplace, the request may also concern extra comfort in the foot area. There is a separate desk heating range for this. It has a different function from a standard wall or ceiling panel. View desk heating if this matches your requirements, so the comparison starts with the right application.

For bathrooms, we offer separate metal bathroom panels. The BKW Plus version has a dual heating system for space heating and suitable towel drying, with its own characteristics and installation requirements. This is a different product choice from the white PB range on this page. Therefore always specify which room you intend to use the appliance in and whether you also want a mirror or towel function in addition to heating.

How much electricity do metal infrared panels use?

Consumption depends on power input and actual time switched on. A 710-watt PB0710 that is fully on for two hours in an example uses 1.42 kWh. At an assumed electricity tariff of €0.30 per kWh, the energy cost for that example is €0.426, rounded to approximately €0.43. This is a calculation using fixed assumptions, not a prediction of the costs in your room.

A thermostat active all day does not necessarily make the panel heat at full power all day. Actual operating time changes with heat demand and the set temperature. Insulation, ventilation and outdoor temperature affect that demand. Therefore compare the same space, hours of use and comfort requirements when assessing heating options. A favourable calculation for brief supplementary heating must not be directly applied to full primary heating.

We do not promise a fixed savings percentage for metal infrared panels in every home. Suitable controls and positioning support purposeful use, while the building and your habits also determine total consumption. Use suitable energy measurement to track actual kWh consumed and calculate with your own tariff. Energy use and costs provides further explanation. When choosing a system, we discuss your project’s complete heating function.

EIHA quality label, warranty and support

Our metal PB range carries the EIHA European Quality Label for Infrared Heating within the relevant product scope. The assessment includes radiant performance, product safety and production control. We link the quality label to the correct range and do not present it as a general label for every thermostat or accessory. Read the explanation of EIHA and the quality features for its meaning and the available documentation.

The applicable Welltherm infrared panels have a five-year manufacturer’s warranty under the warranty terms. Check the chosen item’s conditions; a warranty period for the panel must not be applied to control components without assessment. Keep the purchase documentation and model details. When you have a question about the appliance, these details help identify the right information and discuss support for your specific version.

Welltherm develops and manufactures in Lüdenscheid. HeatXL handles Benelux distribution and supports you with product selection and service. View our warranty and service page or contact HeatXL for product and distribution enquiries. For available retail prices and ordering, visit the Welltherm selection at infraroodpaneel.nl ↗ (Opens in a new tab). Request a complete heating plan through our quotation form.