INFRARED SAUNA HEATERS EXPLAINED
Our Premium saunas use a combination of Low EMF Nano Carbon Far Infrared and Crystallite Full Spectrum Infrared heaters. Below is some information on Infrared heaters to help you make the right decision about your Sauna.
full spectrum heaters
Premium crystallite Full Spectrum Heaters
standard Full Spectrum Heaters
Crystallite Full Spectrum Heaters
1. Advanced Heater Construction
Heater Construction: This heater pairs a crystal quartz heating tube with a crystallite (glass-ceramic) cover, which diffuses and softens the heat output rather than emitting it directly.
Optimised Infrared Output: The quartz tube generates full-spectrum infrared heat (near, mid, and far infrared), while the crystallite cover diffuses and softens the emission, ensuring a balanced heating experience.
2. Superior Heat Performance & Efficiency
Even Heat Distribution: The glass-ceramic layer spreads infrared energy uniformly, eliminating hot spots and providing a more consistent temperature throughout the sauna.
Comfort: the diffusing cover gives a softer, more evenly-distributed feel that many customers find more comfortable for longer sessions.
3. Comfort & Durability
Durability: the protective cover means the quartz element may hold up a little longer under sustained use than an uncovered heater, though this hasn't been independently tested.
Why we use it: even heat distribution and a softer, more comfortable output made Crystallite our choice for RadiantZen Premium.
4. Longevity & Durability
Lifespan: quartz heating tubes are generally rated lower than carbon heaters industry-wide — commonly in the order of 8,000–10,000 hours, since they run at a higher operating temperature that puts more thermal stress on the element. This is a general industry figure rather than a Chakra-tested number.
Durability: the glass-ceramic cover protects the quartz element from direct exposure, reducing the everyday wear an uncovered heater experiences.
Crystallite quartz infrared heaters offer even heat distribution and a softer, more comfortable output, making them a great choice for those seeking a refined, comfortable sauna experience for longer sessions.
Standard Full Spectrum Heaters
1. Construction & Material Quality
Lower-Cost Materials: These heaters utilise crystal quartz tubes or rods as the primary heating elements, encasing metal heating filaments. While effective, they lack advanced heat dispersion technologies like glass-ceramic covers.
Open Design: The uncovered quartz elements expose the heating filaments directly, producing more intense radiation and heat but lacking the diffusion benefits of crystallite-covered heaters.
2. Heating Performance & Efficiency
High-Intensity Heat Output: these heaters emit a strong, direct heat that you can feel clearly on the skin.
Comfort: without a diffusing cover, the elements themselves run hotter to the touch than a covered heater — worth being mindful of when sitting back against the cabin wall.
3. Comfort
Feel: the Standard's heat feels strong and direct, which some customers prefer for a more intense sauna experience, while others find it less comfortable for longer sessions.
Why we use it: Standard Full Spectrum heaters deliver strong, direct heat at a more accessible price point — a good fit for customers who want an intense, high-heat sauna experience.
4. Lifespan & Durability
Lifespan: the same quartz-tube figure as Crystallite — commonly in the order of 8,000–10,000 hours industry-wide — though the uncovered, higher-intensity operation may mean performance degrades a little faster over time than a Crystallite heater under the same use.
Standard full-spectrum quartz heaters provide strong, direct heat at a more accessible price point — an effective choice for anyone who wants an intense, high-heat sauna experience.
Standard Full-Spectrum vs. Crystallite Heaters
When designing our sauna range, we carefully selected Crystallite Quartz Heaters for our premium models for their even heat dispersion and comfort, while using Standard Full-Spectrum Quartz Heaters in our entry-level saunas for their affordability and strong heat output.
1. Construction & Materials
🔹 Crystallite Quartz Heaters (Premium Models): Feature a quartz heating tube encased in a glass-ceramic crystallite cover, which improves heat retention, diffusion, and efficiency.
🔹 Standard Full-Spectrum Quartz Heaters (Entry-Level Models): Use exposed quartz tubes with metal filaments, providing a more direct and intense heat output but lacking diffusion.
2. Heat Distribution & Efficiency
✅ Crystallite Heaters:
Provide even heat distribution, eliminating hot spots.
Use a protective glass-ceramic cover that also reduces everyday wear on the quartz element.
Offer a softer, more comfortable warmth for extended sessions.
⚠️ Standard Quartz Heaters:
Emit high-intensity, direct heat that you can feel clearly on the skin.
Lack diffusion, giving a more intense heat that some customers prefer and others find less comfortable for longer sessions.
3. Lifespan & Durability
✅ Crystallite Heaters:
More durable due to the protective glass-ceramic layer, which reduces thermal stress.
Rated in the order of 8,000–10,000 hours industry-wide — a general benchmark, not independently tested by Chakra.
⚠️ Standard Quartz Heaters:
Rated in the same industry range as Crystallite, commonly 8,000–10,000 hours — though the uncovered, higher-intensity operation may mean it degrades a little faster over time under the same use.
Why We Choose Crystallite Heaters for Our Premium Saunas
At Chakra Wellness, we prioritise quality, comfort, and efficiency in our premium saunas. That’s why we use Crystallite Quartz Heaters in our high-end models, as they offer:
✅ Even, comfortable heating for longer sessions
✅ A protective cover that reduces everyday wear on the heating element
✅ A softer, more evenly-distributed heat output
✅ A more durable, high-performance heater
While Standard Quartz Heaters are a great entry-level option for those who prefer intense, high-heat saunas, Crystallite Heaters provide a more refined and balanced sauna experience, making them the ideal choice for our premium models.
If you're looking for the most advanced heating technology with maximum comfort and efficiency, our Crystallite-equipped saunas are the perfect choice.
Standard Carbon vs. Nano Carbon Heaters
At Chakra Wellness, we use Nano Carbon Heaters in GlowZen, CedarZen, and alongside Crystallite Full Spectrum heaters in RadiantZen Premium, and Standard Carbon Heaters in RadiantZen Standard. A key part of every model is the protective covering: untreated Hemlock timber shields over the carbon heating elements in all models.
1. Construction & Materials
🔹 Nano Carbon Heaters (Premium Models):
Use advanced nano-carbon film technology, which provides more even heat output across a larger surface area.
Paired with untreated Hemlock timber shields, ensuring natural, non-toxic protection without blocking heat.
Tested at less than 3 mG (milligauss) at the heater surface — our low-EMF heater option.
🔹 Standard Carbon Heaters (Entry-Level Models):
Made from standard carbon fibre panels, which generate efficient infrared heat but with less uniform coverage.
More affordable but less efficient in distributing heat evenly.
2. Heat Distribution & Efficiency
✅ Nano Carbon Heaters:
Heat is evenly dispersed across a wider area, preventing hot spots.
Operate at lower temperatures while still delivering deep-penetrating infrared heat.
Less thermal stress on the element over time than a heater that runs hotter.
⚠️ Standard Carbon Heaters:
More concentrated heat zones, leading to uneven warmth.
Require higher operating temperatures to achieve the same results as nano carbon.
A more affordable option for customers prioritising price over the refinements Nano Carbon offers.
3. EMF & Safety Considerations
✅ Nano Carbon Heaters:
Ultra-low EMF, tested at less than 3 mG (milligauss) at the heater surface.
Paired with the same untreated Hemlock timber shields used across every model.
4. Protective Covering: Why We Use Hemlock Timber Shields
At Chakra Wellness, we use untreated Hemlock timber covers for both heater types, ensuring:
✅ Even Heat Dispersion – wood lets infrared pass through consistently rather than blocking or unevenly absorbing it.
✅ Durability – timber holds up over years of use in a high-heat cabin.
5. Lifespan & Durability
✅ Nano Carbon Heaters:
Rated well above quartz industry-wide, often in the order of 20,000+ hours — a general industry benchmark, not independently tested by Chakra.
Less prone to thermal degradation or performance loss over time.
⚠️ Standard Carbon Heaters:
Somewhat shorter working life than Nano Carbon, though still generally longer than a quartz tube heater.
Still a durable, effective option at a more accessible price point.