Collection: Harvia Sauna Heaters

Harvia KIP: Wall-Mounted, Two Control Options

KIP is a wall-mounted electric heater from 4.5 to 8 kW, for rooms from 100 to 425 cu. ft. It comes in two versions.

• KIP B (built-in controls): Temperature and timer dials sit on the heater. Each cycle runs for one hour, and you can delay the start by up to 8 hours. KIP B models run on 240V single-phase.
• KIP W (external control): No controls on the heater. You pair it with a separate control such as the Xenio CX170. KIP W comes in 240V single-phase or 208V three-phase.

KIP holds 44 lbs of stones and comes in stainless steel or Graphite Black.

Harvia Vega Compact: For the Smallest Rooms

Vega Compact is a wall-mounted stainless steel heater with built-in controls. There are two models:

• Vega Compact 1900: 1.9 kW, 120V, for rooms from 70 to 106 cu. ft.
• Vega Compact 3500: 3.5 kW, 240V, for rooms from 70 to 175 cu. ft.

Both hold 29 lbs of stones. Both are hardwired, so plan for an electrician even on a small build.

Harvia Cilindro: Stone Pillar With Adjustable Steam

Cilindro is a floor-standing stainless steel heater for side-wall or corner placement. Electric models run from 6 to 10.5 kW, for rooms from 141 to 636 cu. ft.

• PC60, PC80, PC90: built-in controls.
• PC60E, PC80E, PC90E, PC110E: external Xenio control.

Cilindro holds 200 lbs of stones (264 lbs for the PC110E), in direct contact with the elements. The open outer shell lets each bather change the steam. Water on the side gives softer steam, and water on top of the stone pillar gives sharper steam. Optional embedding flanges let you set it into a bench. On models with built-in controls, the timer allows up to 60 minutes of heating and a delayed start of up to 8 hours.  Harvia's North American manual rates Cilindro for well-insulated family saunas.

Harvia electric heaters may feature built-in controls or require a separate control unit. Check the control requirements for your chosen model before ordering. 

• Built-in controls: KIP B, Vega Compact, The Wall, Cilindro PC60, PC80 and PC90.
• External control required: KIP W, Spirit, Cilindro PC60E to PC110E, Virta, Virta Combi, Virta Pro and Club.

North American Harvia electric heaters are hardwired. Depending on the model, they run on 120V (Vega Compact 1900), 240V single-phase, or 208V three-phase. Amp draw and breaker size are on each product page. For example, the KIP80B draws 33.3 A on a 40 A breaker.

Check the installation manual for your specific Harvia heater before selecting a breaker. Harvia’s North American manuals for the KIP, Spirit, Cilindro, Virta, Virta Combi, and Club series advise against using a GFCI breaker. The KIP manual specifies a standard two-pole breaker.  Follow the manual for your exact model and your local code, and have a licensed electrician connect the heater.

Time limits depend on the control. KIP B and Cilindro PC60, PC80 and PC90 run one hour per cycle. Heaters on a Xenio control follow that control's settings: Harvia's U.S. page for the Xenio CX170 lists 1 to 6 hours for family saunas and 1 to 12 hours for commercial saunas. Harvia's data lists a maximum temperature setting of 194°F (90°C) for every electric model in this collection.

Models with built-in controls feature dials or buttons on the heater, eliminating the need to install a separate control unit. 

External controls, Xenio and Fenix, mount on a wall inside or outside the sauna and use a separate power unit. Harvia's Wi-Fi controls connect to the MyHarvia app for remote control and monitoring. The Xenio CX170 can delay the start by up to 12 hours.

Each heater lists its compatible control on its product page. For example, KIP W pairs with the Xenio CX170, and Virta Combi needs the Xenio Combi CX30C.

Optional accessories include stone packs, safety railings (such as HSP3M for Spirit) and embedding flanges for Spirit, Cilindro and Virta.

Room ranges and Harvia's product descriptions point to these fits:

• Small home saunas: Vega Compact.
• Small to medium home saunas: KIP, The Wall and Spirit.
• Medium saunas: Cilindro and standard Virta.
• Large or high-use saunas: Virta Pro for large rooms, and Club for high-use saunas. Harvia lists Club for apartment buildings, hotels, holiday resorts, sports centers and swimming halls, as well as large family saunas.

For commercial installations, consult the manufacturer's manual to confirm the specific installation requirements.  Harvia's North American manuals rate Spirit for household use only, and rate Cilindro, Virta and Virta Combi for family saunas with a three-month guarantee for communal use. The Club manual identifies the series as suitable for large saunas and specifies a one-year guarantee.  Commercial saunas may also need the control set for commercial operation and sign-off from your local inspector.

Operating costs depend on the heater's power rating, preheating time, room insulation, and electricity rates. A correctly sized heater in a well-insulated sauna reaches the desired temperature more efficiently. Timer and delayed-start settings can also help reduce unnecessary heating. 

For wood, Harvia's GreenFlame stoves are rated for 70% lower carbon monoxide and about 20% lower particulate emissions. Harvia also sells spare parts, which helps keep a heater in service longer.