Herschel Halo Mini Zero-Light Infrared Heater – 3.2kW to 6.4kW

The Herschel Halo Mini Zero-Light Infrared Heater is a ceiling-suspended commercial infrared heating system designed for churches, heritage buildings, theatres, hotel receptions and other large indoor spaces. Available in 3.2kW, 5.2kW and 6.4kW models, Halo Mini combines powerful far-infrared heating with a decorative chandelier-style design that suits traditional and architecturally significant interiors.

Manufactured in the UK, the Halo Mini uses long-life Kanthal ceramic heating elements housed within a British steel and aerospace-grade aluminium structure. A nickel-plated grille provides additional corrosion resistance, while the zero-light heating elements deliver radiant warmth without creating a bright visible glow.

The Halo Mini is particularly suited to heating occupied areas within large buildings, including church seating, side aisles, chancels and gathering spaces. Optional dimmable LED lighting and bespoke decorative finishes allow the heater to complement existing architectural features.

Each Halo Mini is manufactured to order and requires a suitable ceiling suspension system, professional electrical installation and a dedicated Herschel APX heating control arrangement.

• Three heating outputs: Available in 3200W, 5200W and 6400W models for different commercial heating requirements.
• Zero-light infrared heating: Provides radiant warmth without the bright glow associated with conventional halogen heaters.
• Decorative chandelier design: Suspended ring-style construction suits churches, heritage interiors and architecturally prominent spaces.
• Compact heritage heating: Smaller overall design than the full-size Herschel Halo, allowing installation in more confined areas.
• Optional integrated LED lighting: Dimmable lighting can be incorporated into the heater for combined illumination and heating.
• Bespoke decorative finishes: Custom colours and decorative details are available to complement existing building features.
• Kanthal ceramic heating elements: Long-life ceramic emitters provide consistent far-infrared heating.
• Fast warm-up: Reaches operating temperature in less than ten minutes.
• British-made construction: Manufactured using British steel and aerospace-grade aluminium.
• Nickel-plated grille: Provides a durable finish with additional corrosion resistance.
• Ceiling-suspended installation: Keeps heating equipment elevated and leaves floor and wall space clear.
• Zoned heating capability: Individual units can provide warmth in selected occupied areas or form part of a larger building-wide heating system.
• APX control compatibility: Supports appropriately configured centralised control, scheduling and heating zones.
• Silent heating: No fans or moving mechanical components.
• Low-maintenance design: Fixed ceramic heating technology with no filters or fan motors.
• Highly recyclable construction: Approximately 98% recyclable materials.
• Five-year manufacturer warranty: Ceramic heating elements carry separate 12-month warranty coverage.

The Herschel Halo Mini is available in three heating outputs, each with four configuration options. All three wattages share the same published overall dimensions for their equivalent lighting and decorative configurations.

Standard and decorative models

Without integrated LED lighting, the Halo Mini measures approximately 960 × 770 × 100 mm.

This includes the standard models and versions supplied with a bespoke decorative finish.

Models with integrated LED lighting

Versions fitted with integrated LED lighting measure approximately 1130 × 770 × 150 mm.

The additional dimensions accommodate the lighting arrangement, making these versions larger than the heater-only models.

Selecting the correct output

• 3200W: Suitable for consideration in smaller occupied zones within suitable commercial interiors, subject to the heating assessment.
• 5200W: Provides additional heating output for larger occupied areas or spaces with greater heat loss.
• 6400W: The highest-output Halo Mini model, suited to commercial installations requiring more substantial radiant heating.

There is no fixed square-metre heating coverage specified for the Halo Mini.

The effective heating area depends on suspension height, room geometry, insulation, airflow, occupancy and the required indoor temperature.

For larger buildings, multiple Halo Mini units can be positioned to provide warmth across individual seating areas, gathering spaces or an entire occupied floor area.

Bespoke installation planning

The decorative finish and lighting configuration should be selected before finalising the installation layout. Suspended height, ceiling fixing positions, electrical supply and control requirements all need to be coordinated with the selected model.

The Herschel Halo Mini provides a compact alternative to the larger Herschel Halo chandelier heater, making it particularly useful for smaller heritage spaces and areas where a full-size heating fixture would be unsuitable.

Its optional decorative finishes allow the heater to be incorporated into traditional interiors without the visual impact of a conventional commercial heating unit.

Halo Mini is a specialist commercial heating system rather than a standard household appliance. Each installation should be specified according to the building, intended heating zones and electrical requirements.

Cleaning and maintenance

The Halo Mini has no fans, filters or moving mechanical parts requiring routine replacement.

Before cleaning or inspection, isolate the electrical supply and allow the heating elements and housing to cool completely.

Periodically inspect the suspension system, electrical connections and surrounding clearances. Cleaning and servicing at height must be performed using safe access equipment and appropriately qualified personnel.

💡 Optional LED Lighting & Decorative Finishes

The Halo Mini is available in four configurations for each heating output.

Standard heater

Includes the Halo Mini infrared heating system without integrated LED lighting or bespoke decorative detailing.

Heater with LED lighting

Adds integrated dimmable LED lighting, allowing the fixture to provide both radiant warmth and illumination.

Heating and lighting requirements should be considered together when planning the electrical installation and control system.

Decorative heater

Provides the standard infrared heating system with a bespoke decorative finish.

Custom colours and decorative details can be selected to complement architectural features, traditional furnishings and existing interior finishes.

Decorative heater with LED lighting

Combines a bespoke decorative finish with integrated dimmable LED lighting.

This configuration is particularly suited to spaces where the heating fixture will form a visible architectural feature.

Choosing a finish

Decorative colours and designs are confirmed as part of the quotation process. They are not limited to a single standard colour.

For heritage buildings, the finish can be selected to complement existing metalwork, lighting fixtures and decorative features.

The optional lighting changes the overall heater dimensions, so the selected configuration must be confirmed before finalising suspension and electrical arrangements.

🏛️ Commercial & Heritage Heating Applications

The Herschel Halo Mini is designed for buildings where conventional heating can be difficult to distribute effectively or where installing large wall-mounted equipment would interfere with the interior.

Churches and places of worship

Halo Mini is particularly suitable for selected seating areas, side aisles, chancels and smaller spaces within larger churches.

Suspended installation allows warmth to be directed towards the congregation while preserving available wall space and architectural sightlines.

Multiple units can be distributed across the building where required.

Heritage and listed buildings

Traditional buildings often have high ceilings, large internal volumes and significant heat loss.

Radiant heating provides an alternative to relying entirely on warming the air throughout the whole building.

The chandelier-style design and optional decorative finish can complement existing architectural details.

Theatres and performance spaces

Halo Mini can provide directed radiant warmth in suitable theatres, halls and performance venues.

Heating zones can be planned around seating areas and other occupied spaces, with scheduling coordinated to event times.

Hotel receptions and entrance halls

Large reception areas and entrance halls can benefit from ceiling-suspended heating that leaves walls and floors unobstructed.

The optional LED lighting and decorative finish allow the heater to function as part of the interior design.

Commercial gathering spaces

Halo Mini can also be considered for suitable community halls, heritage venues and large indoor public spaces where zoned heating is required.

Every installation should account for ceiling height, occupancy, airflow and overall heat loss.

The Halo Mini uses far-infrared heating elements to transfer radiant warmth towards people, floors, seating and surrounding surfaces.

Unlike conventional convection-based systems, infrared heaters do not rely solely on warming and circulating large volumes of air.

This is particularly useful in heritage buildings with high ceilings, where warm air can accumulate well above the occupied area.

Heating characteristics

• Three rated outputs: 3200W, 5200W and 6400W.
• Less than ten minutes to reach operating temperature.
• Zero-light heating elements.
• Direct radiant warmth within the intended heating zones.
• Fan-free, quiet operation.
• Compatible with centrally managed APX heating controls.
• Suitable for zoned or building-wide commercial installations.

Energy management

The electrical input of each model is determined by its rated wattage and operating time.

Actual consumption depends on the building's construction, heating schedule, insulation, outdoor conditions and selected APX controls.

For buildings used intermittently, heating individual occupied zones can reduce unnecessary operation in unused areas.

A properly planned installation can also reduce the need to preheat the entire building for extended periods before an event.

Savings will vary between buildings and should be assessed against the existing heating system and intended operating schedule.

The Herschel Halo Mini is designed to operate with a suitable APX commercial heating control system.

APX provides centralised control for individual heaters or groups of heaters, allowing the heating installation to be matched to the building's operating schedule and occupancy.

Available APX control functions may include:

• Manual heating control: Switch selected heaters or heating zones on and off.
• Thermostatic control: Regulate heating according to the installed temperature sensing arrangement.
• Multiple heating zones: Control separate areas of a building independently.
• Variable power operation: Adjust heating output where supported by the chosen control configuration.
• Programmable scheduling: Operate heating around services, performances or business hours.
• Presence detection: Optional motion sensing can reduce unnecessary operation in unoccupied areas.
• Remote operation: App-based control can be incorporated into suitable APX installations.
• Electrical load management: Coordinate heater switching to manage the connected electrical load.

These functions depend on the APX configuration selected for the project.

Heating controls are not included with the standard Halo Mini unit.

For churches, an appropriately configured system can allow seating areas, chancels, side aisles and other occupied zones to operate on separate heating schedules.

This is particularly useful where individual areas are used at different times rather than heating the entire building continuously.

The Halo Mini is a high-temperature infrared heater that must remain safely beyond the reach of occupants throughout normal operation.

All ceiling mounting, suspension and electrical arrangements must comply with the installation specifications for the selected model.

Installation requirements and clearances

• Suspension height: Position the heater at a height that prevents accidental contact and provides the intended radiant heating coverage.
• Structural support: The complete suspension arrangement must be rated for at least four times the installed heater weight.
• Overhead clearance: Maintain the required separation from ceiling structures, beams and other overhead materials.
• Combustible materials: Curtains, fabric decorations, timber fittings and other combustible items must remain outside the required safety clearances.
• Heating area: Keep the space beneath and around the heater free of obstructions that could interfere with radiant heat distribution.
• Electrical cables: Wiring must be routed safely and kept away from high-temperature surfaces.
• Adjacent heaters: Allow appropriate spacing between neighbouring units to achieve the planned heating distribution.
• Public access: The heater must not be installed where occupants, staff or visitors can touch the unit.
• Indoor environment: IP20 protection limits the Halo Mini to suitable dry indoor commercial environments.

Important safety considerations

The Halo Mini must not be covered, recessed into an unsuitable enclosure or installed within reach of people.

Suspension wires, chains and other support components must remain secure throughout the life of the installation.

Exact mounting heights, overhead clearances and combustible-material separation must be determined from the current installation documentation and approved site design.

• Halo Heritage Datasheet

The Herschel Halo Mini carries a five-year manufacturer warranty, with separate 12-month coverage for the ceramic heating elements.

The heater is designed for fixed commercial indoor installation and must be installed with the correct suspension and electrical arrangements.

Safety requirements

• Commercial installation only.
• Suitable overhead structural support is required.
• The suspension system must support at least four times the installed heater weight.
• The heater must remain beyond the reach of occupants.
• Electrical installation must be completed by a licensed electrician.
• A suitable APX control system must be included.
• High-temperature heating surfaces must remain unobstructed.
• Required clearances from combustible materials must be maintained.
• The heater must not be installed outdoors or in unsuitable damp locations.
• Cleaning and maintenance must only be carried out after electrical isolation and complete cooling.
• Servicing must be performed by appropriately qualified personnel.

The heater's British steel, aluminium and nickel-plated construction is designed for long-term commercial use.

The absence of fans and moving mechanical components reduces routine mechanical maintenance requirements.