Gasland MHA18B 18,000 BTU
#3 in PortableFull review
For ventilated garages, offices and workshops that need a rolling 18,000 BTU heater with a full set of shutoffs. The manual rules out homes and living quarters.
Amazon $152.99$152.99
3.9/5
For ventilated garages, workshops and job sites where a rolling 18,000 BTU cabinet heater beats a tank top. The manual rules out homes, RVs and living quarters.
- 6,000 to 18,000 BTUHeat output
- Job sites and garagesUse
- CSASafety listing
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$169.99
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Pros
- Holds a 20 lb tank inside the cabinet and rolls on casters
- Three heat settings, with a long run on low per the maker
- Shuts itself off if it tips or if oxygen runs low
- Hose and regulator come in the box
Cons
- Not for homes, RVs or living quarters, per the manual
- Needs a 20 lb tank; no 1 lb cylinder option
- One year warranty
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | PHF18B |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Heat output | 6,000 to 18,000 BTU |
| Type | Portable |
| Use | Job sites and garages |
| Heats up to | 450 sq ft |
| Thermostat | No |
| Fan | No |
| Fuel and power | |
| Fuel | Bulk tank |
| Hose included | Yes |
| Ignition | Push-button piezo |
| Power needed | None |
| Safety | |
| Safety listing | CSA |
| Low-oxygen shutoff | Yes |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes |
| Build | |
| Noise | 32 dB |
| Dimensions | 15 x 11.3 x 21.7 in |
| Weight | 14.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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