Description
The Harvia Virta Combi HL80SA 8kW Sauna Heater is a versatile sauna solution that combines a powerful electric heater with an integrated steamer, allowing you to enjoy multiple sauna experiences in one unit. Whether you prefer traditional dry sauna heat, humid steam sauna sessions, or aromatic steam with fragrances, the Virta Combi delivers exceptional flexibility.
Finished in durable black steel, the heater features a modern design and robust construction built for long-term performance. Its large stone capacity ensures even heat distribution while creating authentic Finnish löyly steam when water is poured over the heated stones.
Designed and manufactured in Finland, Harvia heaters are trusted worldwide for their reliability and authentic sauna craftsmanship.
Heating Performance
The Harvia Virta Combi HL80SA provides 8.0kW of heating power, making it ideal for sauna rooms ranging from 177 to 431 cubic feet.
Harvia’s high-performance heating elements ensure fast warm-up times and consistent heat distribution, creating a comfortable sauna environment every time.
This heater requires 100 pounds of sauna stones, which absorb heat from the elements and gradually radiate warmth throughout the sauna room. When water is poured over the stones, it produces traditional Finnish löyly steam.
Key Features
Combination sauna heater and steamer
Powerful 8kW heating output
Durable black steel construction
Large stone capacity for improved heat distribution
Produces authentic Finnish löyly steam
Side-wall, corner, or floor installation options
Industrial-grade serviceable heating elements
Designed and manufactured in Finland
ETL safety certification
Stone Requirements
The Harvia Virta Combi HL80SA requires 100 lbs of sauna stones.
Recommended configuration:
3 boxes – 44 lbs sauna stones (10–15 cm)
Sauna stones absorb heat from the heating elements and release warmth gradually throughout the sauna room, creating a balanced sauna environment.
(Sauna stones sold separately.)
Compatible Controls
This heater requires a Harvia Xenio Combi control system.
Compatible model:
CX30C-U1-XW
Control unit is sold separately.
What’s Included
Harvia Virta Combi HL80SA Sauna Heater
Water Reservoir
Temperature Sensor
Installation and Operation Manual
1-Year Limited Warranty (Consumer Use)
1-Year Limited Warranty (Commercial Use)
Installation
Installation Type
Side-wall, corner, or floor-mounted installation
The flexible installation options allow the heater to fit a variety of sauna layouts.
Product Specifications
| SKU / Model | HL8U1SA / Virta Combi HL80SA |
| Series | Harvia Virta |
| Type | Heater |
| Color / Finish | Black |
| Construction Material | Black Steel |
| Output | 8.0kW |
| Wattage | 8000.0W |
| Voltage | 240VAC |
| Amperage | 22 |
| Phase | 1PH |
| Breaker Requirement | 40A |
| Room Volume | 177-431 CU. FT. |
| Stone Requirement | 100 lbs |
| Maximum Temperature | 194 F |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 16"W (406mm) x 16"D (406mm) x 33"H (840mm) |
| Width | 16" (406mm) |
| Depth | 16" (406mm) |
| Height | 33" (840mm) |
| Product Weight | 64 lbs |
| Installation Type | Wall-Mount |
| Certifications | ETL |
Technical Documents
| Installation & Operation Manual | Download Manual (PDF) |
| Data Sheet | Download Data Sheet (PDF) |
| Warranty | Download Warranty (PDF) |
Why Choose the Harvia Virta Combi HL80SA?
• Combination sauna heater and steamer in one unit
• Flexible sauna experience with dry heat or steam
• Durable black steel construction
• Large 100 lb stone capacity for even heat distribution
• Powerful 8kW heating performance
• Designed and manufactured in Finland