
All Rocky Mountain Saunas models come standard with Zero-Rated EMF Nano-Carbon™ Infrared Heater Panels, a cutting-edge technology designed to provide the safest, most effective infrared heat available. These panels are engineered to emit infrared heat at the ideal frequency for human absorption, maximizing health benefits while ensuring safety and efficiency. Let’s explore how these heaters work, why they’re superior, and what sets Rocky Mountain Saunas apart in the world of infrared sauna technology.
Why Carbon Heaters Are the Gold Standard
Carbon heaters represent the latest advancement in infrared sauna technology. Unlike traditional ceramic or metal rod heaters, Nano-Carbon™ panels deliver consistent, evenly distributed heat across a larger surface area. Here’s why they stand out:
- Optimal Infrared Bandwidth: Carbon heaters emit infrared light in the 5.6-15 micron range, aligning perfectly with the human body’s natural absorption frequency of 9.4 microns. This ensures maximum penetration into soft tissues, improving circulation, detoxification, and overall wellness.
- Gentle, Radiant Heat: Unlike traditional saunas that rely on convection heat to warm the air, infrared saunas use radiant heat to directly warm your body. This allows for a deeper, more comfortable experience at lower temperatures, making it safer and more accessible for extended use.
- Superior Efficiency: Nano-Carbon™ heaters feature a reflective foil backing that drives 98% of the infrared energy directly into the sauna cabin, minimizing energy loss and maximizing performance.
How Nano-Carbon™ Panels Are Made
Rocky Mountain Saunas’ Nano-Carbon™ panels are crafted with precision using advanced technology and high-quality materials:
- Organic Carbon Plate Construction: Ultra-conductive, mineralized carbon powder is compressed with 17 proprietary minerals and bonded to a non-toxic epoxy resin panel.
- High-Strength Sealing Layers: Each panel is laminated with multiple layers, including EMF shielding and reflective foil backing, to ensure durability, safety, and efficiency.
- Plug-and-Play Design: The panels are activated by copper strips on either side, eliminating the need for traditional wiring. This design ensures consistent performance while minimizing electromagnetic fields (EMFs).

The Science of Infrared Heat and Absorption
Infrared heat is unique in its ability to penetrate the body deeply, reaching up to 1.5 inches into muscles and tissues. This radiant heat works differently from traditional convection saunas, which heat the air to high temperatures (180-200°F) and rely on indirect warmth by warming the environment around you rather than heating the body directly.
Why Radiant Heat Is Better
- Direct Absorption: Radiant heat directly warms your body, allowing for a more effective detoxification process and improved circulation without the discomfort of high ambient heat.
- Safer and More Comfortable: As FIR directly heats the body, less heat is lost to the environment, like in traditional saunas. This allows infrared saunas to operate at a lower temperature range (115-140°F), making them safer and more comfortable for longer sessions, even for individuals sensitive to heat.
- Deeper Benefits: The targeted heat promotes cellular regeneration, eases inflammation, and enhances the body’s natural healing processes.
Third-Party Testing: Proof of Zero-Rated EMF Levels
Rocky Mountain Saunas is committed to safety, which is why our Nano-Carbon™ panels undergo rigorous third-party testing by Vitatech Electromagnetics, a respected leader in EMF analysis.
About Vitatech Electromagnetics
Founded in 1979, Vitatech specializes in electromagnetic field (EMF) testing, shielding, and mitigation. Their expertise and credibility have made them a trusted name in safety assessments across industries.
Testing Results
Vitatech’s evaluation confirmed that Rocky Mountain Saunas’ Nano-Carbon™ panels produce zero-rated EMF levels, even when measured directly against the panel using a Gauss meter.
- Key Finding: The highest readings occur where wires connect to the panel. While this is unavoidable, RMS mitigates EMF exposure by shielding all wiring that runs through the sauna walls, ensuring user safety throughout the cabin.
- Comparison with Competitors: Unlike some brands that measure EMF levels from seating areas, Rocky Mountain Saunas tests directly at the source to provide accurate, transparent results.
By incorporating advanced shielding techniques and rigorous testing, we deliver some of the safest infrared saunas on the market.
Debunking the “Hotter Is Better” Myth
Many people associate saunas with extreme heat, but infrared technology challenges this misconception. Higher temperatures are not necessary for an effective sauna session, and infrared saunas operate at much lower heat levels without compromising results.
Why Lower Temperatures Work Better
- Enhanced Comfort: The moderate heat of an infrared sauna allows for longer, more relaxing sessions, ensuring your body has enough time to fully absorb the infrared energy.
- Deeper Penetration: Infrared light directly reaches your body, making it more effective at lower temperatures compared to convection saunas, which primarily heat the air.
- Safety First: Lower temperatures reduce the risk of overheating, dehydration, and discomfort, making infrared saunas accessible to a wider range of users.
By shifting the focus from “how hot” to “how effective,” infrared saunas offer a more user-friendly and scientifically sound approach to wellness.
Durability and Longevity of Nano-Carbon™ Panels
Our Nano-Carbon™ panels are built to last, with a life expectancy of over 32,000 hours — equivalent to using your sauna for an hour a day for 80 years! This unparalleled durability ensures that your sauna remains a long-term investment in your health and well-being.
Key Characteristics of Nano-Carbon™ Panels
- Large Surface Area: Panels are designed to provide 360-degree heat coverage, ensuring even distribution and maximum body exposure.
- Safe Surface Temperatures: The panels operate at a safe, comfortable surface temperature, making them gentle to the skin while delivering powerful therapeutic benefits.
- Exceptional Durability: Made with high-strength materials, these panels maintain their performance and integrity for decades.
Experience the RMS Difference
At Rocky Mountain Saunas, our commitment to quality, safety, and effectiveness is reflected in every detail of our Nano-Carbon™ infrared panels. From their advanced design and construction to third-party testing and superior performance, our heaters set the standard for infrared sauna technology.
Ready to experience the benefits of the safest, most effective infrared saunas available? Explore our range of saunas and discover how Rocky Mountain Saunas can transform your health and wellness.