FRICO Fricokit 1716W Plaster Ceiling Radiant Heating KitProduct Description This complete ceiling radiant heating kit integrates directly into your plasterboard ceiling a high-performance and discreet electric heating solution. Ready to install, it includes all necessary elements: heating panels, neutral panels, connection garland, and electronic thermostat for optimal regulation.
Principle of Radiant Heating Contrary to popular belief, ceiling heating is just as effective as underfloor heating. It is not heat that rises, but hot air. In radiant heating, the position of the source matters little. Ceiling radiant heating even offers distinct advantages: no floor obstacles (furniture, carpets), only a thin 13 mm plaster layer between the source and the room, and diffusion efficiency reaching 80%. Response time is fast thanks to negligible inertia, with no screed to heat.
Fricokit ContentsPrefabricated heating panels (44W and 88W)Neutral panels for thermal continuitySpecialized connection garlandTEVMIN11 electronic thermostat with initial commissioning programTechnical SpecificationsPower: 1716 WCoverage area: 23.40 m²Supply: 230V Single-phaseThermostat relay: 11 AmperesMax surface temperature: 32°CInstallation Installation must be carried out by a qualified professional. Each kit is sized for one room with a dedicated thermostat. Panels connect via the garland to a junction box, then to the thermostat. 230V power arrives directly at the thermostat.
Recommended Sizing| Insulation | Supplementary heating | Main heating |
| Excellent | 75 W/m² | 85 W/m² |
| Good | 85 W/m² | 100 W/m² |
| Average | 100 W/m² max | Not recommended |
Example for 20 m²:Very good insulation + supplementary → 1500W (FKIT1584)Good insulation + supplementary → 1700W (FKIT1716)Very good insulation + main → 1700W (FKIT1716)System AdvantagesComfort: Gentle and stable heat without air movementSpace: Frees up walls and floorAesthetics: Totally invisible, standard ceiling appearanceAcoustics: Silent and sound-correcting between levelsHygiene: No dust or mite movementSafety: Low temperature, no burn riskSimplicity: Easy installation and regulation, maintenance-freePerformance: RT compliant, 10-year warrantyBox CompositionBox A: 1 neutral + 1 panel 44W + 1 panel 88WBox B: 3 neutrals + 3 panels 44W + 3 panels 88WBox C: 3 neutrals + 1 panel 44W + 4 panels 88WBox N: 3 neutral panelsPanel SpecificationsSKP36N: 0W - 1200x600x40 mm (neutral)SKP3606: 44W - 600x600x40 mmSKP3612: 88W - 1200x600x40 mmIncluded Regulation The TEVMIN11 thermostat is a 6-order electronic regulator with progressive start-up program over 10 days. This system prevents drying out and cracking of boards after jointing.
Standards and Implementation Compliant with NF C15-100, CPT-PRP and technical approval. Requires thermal study and layout plan. 30mA differential protection per 7.5 kW max section (230V). No drilling in heating elements. Installation by QUALIBAT 7151-7152-7153 qualified company or coordination between heating engineer-electrician and ceiling installer.
About Frico Frico has been developing innovative and economical heating solutions for many years. The brand offers a complete range including air curtains, radiant cassettes, fan heaters, and regulation systems. Recognized for its expertise in thermal comfort and energy savings, Frico guarantees products compliant with current standards with NF Electricity marking.