Description
Innovative Marine’s new Helio range of aquarium heaters uses cutting-edge PTC (positive temperature coefficient) technology to go above and above the requirements for reef aquarium heaters for increased safety and dependability. The Helio heaters were created using PTC technology from the aquaculture sector, which depends on solid-state ceramic chips that are controlled to attain a specific temperature, as opposed to conventional heating components that use resistance wires to generate heat. The heaters are inherently resistant to overheating because of these intelligent ceramic chips, and the PTC smart controller constantly interacts with and keeps an eye on the heating components to keep the temperature consistent.
Features
- Titanium element with PTC that resists corrosion.
- Sensor made of titanium
- Holder for magnetic sensors
- Holder for magnetic heating elements
- Quick warming and a cool surface temperature
- Heat is managed using solid state ceramic chips.
- Durable and energy-efficient
- Sound the Alarm
- 5 years warranty from the manufacturer
The Helio heating system’s components were all designed to function together. A titanium remote temperature sensor and twin heating element power lines are installed on the PTC smart controller. There is safety in redundancy from the temperature sensor on the controller since each heating element has its own internal temperature regulation mechanism. Additionally, the system gains another level of security if twin heating components are used. Corrosion is avoided by using commercial-grade titanium screws and heating sheaths. Holders for rare earth magnetic heating elements provide the best possible water flow. Easy maintenance and upgradeability are made possible by the temperature sensors and heating elements on the controller’s quick disconnects.
Eight Options Available
- 100W
- 200W (1x 200W element)
- 200W (2x 100W elements)
- 350W
- 400W (2x 200W elements)
- 500W
- 700W (2x 350W elements)
- 1000W (2x 500W elements)
Specifications
- Factory Preset Temp: 77°F
- Factory Preset Low Alarm: 74°F
- Factory Preset High Alarm: 80°F
- Temp Set Range: 59°F to 93°F
- Low Alarm Range: 57°F to 93°F
- Low Alarm Minimum Range: -2°F from Set Temp
- High Alarm Range: 60°F to 96°F
- High Alarm Minimum Range: +1°F from Set Temp
- Accuracy: ±1°F
- Resolution: 0.1°F
- Calibration Range: ±9°F
Helio PTC Smart Heater Comparison Chart*
| Model | Wattage | # Elements | Tank Size | Element Length |
| 100W Helio | 100 | 1 | 10-25 gal | 5.75 inches |
| 200W Helio | 200 | 1 | 25-50 gal | 7.0 inches |
| 200W Helio (Dual) | 200 (2x 100) | 2 | 25-50 gal | 5.75 inches |
| 350W Helio | 350 | 1 | 50-85 gal | 11.25 inches |
| 400W Helio | 400 | 2 | 50-100 gal | 7.0 inches |
| 500W Helio | 500 | 1 | 85-125 gal | 15.25 inches |
| 700W Helio (Dual) | 700 (2x 350) | 2 | 100-170 gal | 11.25 inches |
| 1000W Helio (Dual)Â | 1000 (2x 500) | 2 | 170-250 gal | 15.25 inches |
*Based on a 10 °F temperature increase from the current ambient.
 IM Helio Owner’s Manual
What’s Included?
Helio PTC Smart Heater Controller
Helio PTC Heating Element(s)
Helio Remote Temperature Probe
Magnetic Probe & Heating Element Holders
