Harvia KIP Series Electric Heater (4.5kW/ 6kW/ 8kW)
A wall-mounted electric sauna heater available in 4.5, 6 and 8 kW outputs for sauna rooms from 100 to 425 cu. ft., with a substantial sauna stone load for traditional löyly.
A proven wall-mounted heater for small to mid-size home saunas
The Harvia KIP Series is available in 4.5, 6 and 8 kW outputs, covering sauna rooms from 100 to 425 cu. ft. Each model uses the same compact 24 × 16 × 11-inch wall-mounted format, making the series easy to size across a range of home sauna layouts.
The 4.5 kW model requires a minimum 44 lb stone load, while the 6 and 8 kW versions require at least 50 lb. All three models weigh 40 lb before stones and support both 240V single-phase and 208V three-phase installations, subject to model-specific electrical requirements.
Harvia KIP Series sizing, power and clearances
| Specification | 4.5 kW | 6 kW | 8 kW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna room | 100–210 cu. ft. | 170–300 cu. ft. | 250–425 cu. ft. |
| Stone capacity | Min. 44 lb | Min. 50 lb | Min. 50 lb |
| Dimensions | 24 × 16 × 11 in. | 24 × 16 × 11 in. | 24 × 16 × 11 in. |
| Heater weight | 40 lb | 40 lb | 40 lb |
| Weight with stones | 84 lb | 84 lb | 84 lb |
| 240V single-phase amperage | 18.8 A | 25 A | 33.3 A |
| 208V three-phase amperage | 12.5 A | 16.7 A | 22.2 A |
| Heater to bench, minimum | 3 in. | 4 in. | 5 in. |
| Heater to guard fence, minimum | 3 in. | 4 in. | 5 in. |
| Ventilation inlet & outlet, each | 10 sq. in. | 20 sq. in. | 20 sq. in. |
Side wall: 2 in. · Wall to guard fence: 2 in. · Floor to heater: 7 in. · Fence to bench: 1 in. · Minimum ceiling height: 6 ft 2 in. in the USA and 6 ft 5 in. in Canada.
Confirm all electrical requirements, ventilation and combustible-surface clearances against the current Harvia installation and operation manual before building or installing.
