This is how heated clothing works

Heated clothing keeps your body warm even when the temperature drops. But how does that actually work?

Heated clothing works differently from ordinary thermal clothing. Instead of just insulating, it actively adds warmth exactly where your body needs it most. This is done through ultra-thin heating elements, controlled by a smart chip and powered by a compact, rechargeable battery.

Depending on the garment, the heating zones are located in strategic places:

  • in shirts and jackets on the chest, back or lower back,
  • in trousers around the lower back, knees, abdomen or thighs.

Heat is distributed evenly, keeping your entire body comfortably warm, even when you’re sitting still or when the wind cuts through.

Step-by-step guide

Would you prefer a step-by-step explanation of how to use, charge, clean and safely store our heated clothing? Then also take a look at the online manual for heated clothing.

Woman wearing a heated jacket while gardening.
Man wearing a heated vest walking down the street.
woman wearing heated clothing

The heat system

HeatPerformance® chip

At the heart of each heated garment are thin, flexible heating wires made of carbon. These run through the fabric in carefully chosen places – for example, along the back, chest, shoulders, thighs or knees.

  • Carbon is extremely strong, lightweight and conducts heat in a natural, even way.
  • The wires are woven so finely into the fabric that you do not feel them while wearing the garment.
  • A smart chip constantly monitors the temperature and regulates the battery’s power supply.
  • This keeps the warmth stable, with no spikes or cold fluctuations, and the system automatically lowers the output if it threatens to become too warm.

The controls are simple

You activate the heating with the push of a button. Quick and easy.

Rechargeable battery in a down jacket for heating, energy saving and reliable warmth.

Rechargeable battery

Up to 8 hours of pleasant heat with a powerful 7.4V rechargeable battery.

Heat settings

HeatPerformance®’s heated clothing has three heat settings:

  • High setting – to warm up quickly after exposure to cold.
  • Medium setting – for prolonged warmth during outdoor activities.
  • Low setting – ideal for indoor or mild conditions.

In just 5 to 10 minutes, the cold is gone, after which you can switch to a lower setting to maintain a comfortable temperature.

The battery

Each garment has its own battery compartment where you store the rechargeable lithium battery.

The battery is connected to the heat system via a small plug, but you won’t feel a thing while wearing it.

power

The batteries are light, powerful and resistant to low temperatures.

Depending on the battery capacity, you’ll enjoy between 3 and 9 hours of heat.

After use, fully charge the battery in about four hours with the included charger.

Safe & energy-efficient

Safety and efficiency are at the heart of every design:

  • Overheating protection: automatically switches back if the temperature rises too high.
  • Power management: the chip precisely controls power distribution so that no energy is lost.
  • Weatherproof design: the textile layers and connectors are resistant to moisture, wind and cold.

So you can wear your heated clothing with confidence – during work, sport or relaxation.

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How long does it stay warm?

Battery life depends on three factors:

  • the selected heat setting,
  • the outside temperature,
  • and the type of clothing.

A thicker pair of pants or a jacket retains heat longer than a thin baselayer shirt.
On average, you can expect 3 to 8 hours of constant warmth, depending on conditions.

Want to stay out longer? Then you can take a second set of batteries with you.

Use and maintenance

This way, your heated clothing will stay in top condition and last for many seasons:

  • Don’t switch on the clothing until you are wearing it – that way you won’t lose energy.
  • Only wash the garment by hand or on a gentle cycle after removing the batteries. Always use the supplied laundry bag.
  • Let the connections dry thoroughly before reconnecting the batteries.
  • You wash socks regularly, so we have created a separate guide for washing your heated socks.
heated socks in the washing machine

Want to know more about our heated clothing?

Want to know exactly how heated gloves work and how best to maintain your heated socks? You’ll find more explanations and practical tips here.