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HUUM HIVE 12

A 12 kW electric sauna heater from HUUM, rated by the maker for 12–18 m³ (about 424–636 ft³, our conversion). Every figure below is HUUM's own, linked to where it is published.

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Specifications published by HUUM (10)
Heater output
12 kWElectric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Room size it is rated for
12–18 m³ (about 424–636 ft³, our conversion)Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Fuel
ElectricElectric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Voltage
240 V 2~ or 208 V 2~Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Breaker / current
30+30 A (240 V), 30+30 A (208 V)Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Controls
The UKU control system set already includes a black plastic control panel CLASSIC BlackElectric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Dimensions
H 750 mm x Ø 560 mmElectric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Weight
22 kgElectric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM
Warranty
3 years (private use); 1 year (commercial use)HUUM Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions (v4, ENG)
Made in
EstoniaElectric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

As published by HUUM, read on 2026-09-23. Makers revise their products; check HUUM's current specification before you buy. Figures marked "about" are Saunakivi's unit conversions of the maker's figure.

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  • Room size. Our heater sizing guide explains how makers adjust the rated room size for glass and uninsulated walls.

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Rated for a bigger room: HUUM HIVE 18

HUUM rates it for 18–28 m³ (about 636–989 ft³, our conversion); HUUM rates the HIVE 12 for 12–18 m³ (about 424–636 ft³, our conversion).

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HIVE 12: questions answered from HUUM's specification

What is the output of the HIVE 12?

HUUM lists 12 kW. Related question: What size sauna heater do I need?

Source: Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

What size of sauna room is the HIVE 12 for?

HUUM rates it for 12–18 m³ (about 424–636 ft³, our conversion). See our heater sizing guide for how makers adjust that figure for glass and uninsulated walls.

Source: Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

What voltage does the HIVE 12 run on?

HUUM lists 240 V 2~ or 208 V 2~. Related question: Does a sauna heater need 240 V, or will 120 V work?

Source: Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

What breaker or current does the HIVE 12 need?

HUUM lists 30+30 A (240 V), 30+30 A (208 V). The installation manual and a licensed electrician have the final word. Related question: What breaker does a sauna heater need?

Source: Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

How is the HIVE 12 controlled?

HUUM lists: The UKU control system set already includes a black plastic control panel CLASSIC Black.

Source: Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

What warranty does HUUM give on the HIVE 12?

HUUM lists: 3 years (private use); 1 year (commercial use).

Source: HUUM Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions (v4, ENG)

Where is the HIVE 12 made?

HUUM lists: Estonia.

Source: Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM

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Sources

  1. Electric Sauna Heater HIVE - HUUM — HUUM
  2. HUUM Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions (v4, ENG) — HUUM