Description
Sunstar Tube Protective Screen | 80' Sports Guard Kit, 13" Wide | 44535020-3X44535040
The Sunstar 80' Sports Guard Kit is a genuine Sunstar wire guard for 80' SIS Vacuum and SPS Positive Pressure Straight Tube Heaters, including Tough Guy and CNG models. It wraps the underside of the emitter and reflector so volleyballs, basketballs and other flying objects bounce off the guard instead of striking the hot tube, which protects both the heater and the people below it. It is the standard choice for gymnasiums, field houses, indoor arenas and recreation centers.
Sunstar builds this length from more than one guard section, so the kit ships as factory parts 44535020 + (3) 44535040. The sections join end to end to cover the full 80-foot emitter. The guard is 13 inches wide to match the SIS and SPS straight tube reflector.
Sunstar does not offer sports guards for SIU or SPU U-tube heaters, because a ball can lodge in the gap between the firing leg and exhaust leg reflectors. For U-tube layouts in gyms, plan straight tube heaters instead.
Key Features
- Genuine Sunstar sports guard, parts 44535020 + (3) 44535040
- Covers the full 80' emitter length
- 13" wide wire guard matched to the SIS/SPS reflector
- Deflects balls and objects away from the hot tube
Fits These Sunstar Heaters
- Sunstar SIS Vacuum Straight Tube Heaters (80' emitter)
- Sunstar SIS Tough Guy Vacuum Straight Tube Heaters (80' emitter)
- Sunstar SPS Positive Pressure Straight Tube Heaters (80' emitter)
- Sunstar SPS Tough Guy Positive Pressure Straight Tube Heaters (80' emitter)
- Sunstar SPS CNG Positive Pressure Straight Tube Heaters (80' emitter)
Before You Order
- Match the kit length to the heater's total emitter length
- Review the clearances to combustibles with the guard installed in the installation and operation manual
- Confirm the part number against your heater model and rating plate, or the installation and operation manual.
Frequently Asked Questions
What length sports guard do I need?
Match the guard to the heater's total emitter length. This kit covers a 80-foot straight tube.
Why are there no sports guards for U-tube heaters?
Sunstar does not offer them for SIU and SPU models because a ball can get stuck between the two reflector legs of a U-tube.
Why does this kit list more than one part number?
Sunstar builds longer guards from standard sections. Ordering this kit supplies 44535020 + (3) 44535040, which together cover 80 feet.
Documents
- Sunstar SIS / SIU Installation & Operation Instructions (Part 1 of 2)
- Sunstar SIS / SIU Installation & Operation Instructions (Part 2 of 2)
- Sunstar SPS / SPU Installation & Operation Instructions (Part 1 of 2)
- Sunstar SPS / SPU Installation & Operation Instructions (Part 2 of 2)
- Sunstar Tube Heater Accessories
- Sunstar Heater Accessories Catalog (2023)
