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$164.95
Calesco Waterbed Heater 6" Mid Fill & Tubes: Solid State 170Watt
$164.95
A solid-state 170-watt waterbed heater from Backer Heating Technologies of Sweden, built for 3.5" tube beds and 6" fill-depth softside mattresses. Its etched copper-foil pad spreads heat evenly while an integrated electronic thermostat holds the water within about one degree of your setting, so your bed stays comfortable night after night.
Best for 3.5" tube beds and 6" fill-depth softside waterbed mattresses (not for 8"-9" deep-fill beds).
Questions about fit or setup? Talk to a specialist or call (877) 474-9196.
| Brand | STERLING SLEEP SYSTEMS |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 170 watts, solid-state |
| Fits | 3.5" tube beds and 6" fill-depth softside mattresses only (not for 8"-9" deep-fill mattresses) |
| Temperature control | Integrated electronic thermostat; maintains water temperature within about +/- 1 degree F; lit diode indicates heating mode |
| Certifications | Designed to UL 1445 standards; ETL-certified for USA and Canada; tested to CSA C22.2 No. 200; foil meets ISO 9000:2000 |
| Safety | Automatic overheat cut-off; control unit rated to resist electrical surges up to 1500V; unplug the element when filling or emptying the bed |
| Installation | Place the heater pad right side up, under the safety liner, on a firm flat surface -- not over cracks or gaps between deck boards or split foundation bases |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty to the original purchaser against defects in labor or material (replacement only, excludes freight; improper installation or abuse not covered) |
| Origin | Made in Europe by Backer Heating Technologies of Sweden |
| Note | For a dual-bladder waterbed, two heaters are needed to heat both sides; the control unit generates some heat and should not be left in contact with the mattress |
| Availability | In stock |
| Shipping | Fast free shipping on qualifying orders |
Standard shipping — typically 1–5 business days via UPS or USPS. Free on qualifying orders.
Need it by a specific date? Call (877) 474-9196.
Returns are covered by our Return & Comfort Guarantee Policy — including a 90-Night Comfort Guarantee on mattresses.
A filled waterbed spreads its weight across the whole frame and deck, so a normal residential floor handles it fine. If you're on an upper floor or unsure, call us and we'll talk it through.
Softside beds set up much like a regular mattress; hardside beds fill inside the frame. We include setup guidance and our team walks you through fill, heat, and conditioning — we do it every week.
Yes — a heater keeps the bed at a comfortable temperature and conditioner protects the vinyl and keeps the water clear. See “Complete your system” below for the matched parts.
Softside looks and sits like a standard bed (foam rails, no exposed frame); hardside is the classic deep-fill feel in a wood frame. Read our waterbed guides or ask us which fits your room.
The heater, cover and conditioner that fit this bed. Add them now so it's ready the day it arrives — or ask our team to spec the exact parts for your model.