Power-Throw™ High Velocity Electric Unit Heater

Heating Compacity

• Available in multiple sizes up to 50 kW (170,600 BTU) for large industrial spaces.

Performance

• High-velocity propeller design pushes air up to 60 ft.
• All-electric operation offers 100% efficiency, with no need for fuel, venting, or combustion.
• Quiet operation is achieved through a balanced fan design that reduces noise and vibration
• A single Power-Throw™ unit can replace up to three smaller units.

Construction

• Low maintenance, simple electric design with no combustion parts.
• Heavy-gauge steel with corrosion-resistant finish.
• Adjustable deflector blades let you direct airflow to the areas that need it most.
• Durable baked-on polyester powder coating for long-lasting protection.
• Heating element features nickel-chromium wire in aluminum-coated steel tubes filled with powder, with spiraled fins for optimal heat transfer.
• Heat elements are designed to resist thermal shock and vibration.
• Thermally protected motor with a balanced aluminum propeller ensures smooth, quiet operation.
• Protective screen shields heating elements and enhances the overall appearance.
• Safety fan guard, constructed with heavy-gauge steel, protects and supports the motor assembly.

Additional Features

• Overheat protection with automatic reset control prevents overheating.
• Secure control compartment encloses wiring, fuses, and the transformer for easy access and safety.
• Flexible mounting options allow for wall or ceiling installation to achieve ideal airflow.

Factory-Configured Options

• Capacity Options:
  • PTE 300
    • Low Stage: 15.0 kW (51,200 BTU)
    • High Stage: 30.0 kW (102,400)
  • PTE 400
    • Low Stage: 20.0 kW (68,200)
    • High Stage: 40.0 kW (136,500 BTU)
  • PTE 500
    • Low Stage: 25.0 kW (85,300)
    • High Stage: 50.0 kW (170,600 BTU)

• Power Supply (Voltage & Phase) Options:
  • Three-Phase: 480V/3ph or 600V/3ph

• Control Code (Factory-Installed Control Options):
  • PTE units are only offered from the factory with standard control configurations; additional switches/controls are available as field-installed accessories

• Remote Line-Voltage Single-Stage Thermostat
  • A standard wall-mounted line-voltage thermostat.

• Remote Line-Voltage 2-Stage Thermostat
  • Applicable across all PTE models (PTE300, PTE400, and PTE500) for two-stage heating control.

• Low-Voltage Single-Stage Thermostat
  • A wall-mounted low-voltage thermostat used with the Low-Voltage Control Kit.

• Low-Voltage Control Kit
  • Permits low-voltage thermostat integration. (Note: PTE models will only operate in a single stage with full element energization when connected via low voltage).

• Summer/Winter Toggle Switch Kit
  • Selects between seasonal fan-only ventilation and thermostatic heating control.

• Wall Mounting Bracket
  • A heavy-duty wall bracket with a single-point swivel, allowing up to 90° horizontal unit rotation for perimeter or corner air distribution.

The PTE series is designed for large-volume spaces that require strong, directional airflow to maintain even comfort. Its long-throw capability makes it perfect for:

• Warehouses and distribution centers
• Manufacturing and fabrication facilities
• Aircraft hangars and large garages
• Agricultural buildings and greenhouses
• Shipping and receiving docks