SunGlo Buying Guide
For over 30 years Sunglo has specialized in outdoor infrared patio heaters. These heaters are extensively tested, expertly designed, and carefully crafted to provide warmth and enjoyment to all your outdoor dining and entertaining events. Sunglo heaters work utilizing radiant heat to warm people and objects directly without having to heat the surrounding air. Radiant heat quietly provides outdoor warmth by utilizing a deep-dish reflector on the patio heater, to send heat over a large area so all can enjoy it. Sunglo's patio heaters are specially designed to stay lit even in a light breeze. Sunglo offer multiple sizes, installation and ignition types to choose from, to help guide you to the perfect fit we have created 3 easy step buying guide.
SunGlo Features
- Heavy Duty Corrosion Resistant Construction
- Built in 100% safety shutoff
- Multiple mounting and ignition types to choose from
- CSA Approved
- Made in the USA
- 1 year warranty on parts and labor
- Replacement parts available
Product Comparison
A270
Fuel Source
Liquid Propane
BTUs
40,000
Coverage Area
10-12 ft dia
Installation Type
Portable
Ignition Type
Manual Direct Spark
Step 1: Determine your Dimensions
Suggested Spacing when Multiple Heaters are Used
Spacing for Well Protected Areas and Mild Climatic Conditions
Spacing for Semi Exposed Areas and Average Weather Conditions
Spacing for Completely Exposed Areas and Severe Weather Conditions
Step 2: Choose your Installation Type
Sunglo offers three different installation types to choose from, depending on how often or what your space offers will allow you to determine which one is best for you.
Permanent Post
These are fixed patio heaters that are cemented or bolted to the ground and connected directly to a gas line. These units do not move and are usually strategically positioned throughout the patio. This is perfect for restaurant type settings where the units are installed and stay put year-round.
Portable Post
Portable Propane
Step 3: Choose your Ignition Type
PoManual Direct Spark Ignition
This is the simplest ignition type and requires no electrical connections. A push button is located on the heater and is used to light the pilot and turn on the heater.
Automatic Ignition
Note: the PSA265VE requires an external 24 VAC source that is to be supplied by the installer.
Still unsure or need a little extra guidance? give our Patio Specialist a call at (855) 298 - 4922 and we would be happy to help you figure out which umbrella is right for you.





