
The RAIS 600-1 Front Inset Wood Burning Fire is a contemporary built-in fireplace insert designed to combine a generous view of the flames with a clean, architectural appearance.
The RAIS 600¹ has a more distinctive character than a conventional inset fire, with a large front glass area that helps create the impression of an open fireplace while retaining the control of a closed wood-burning appliance.
This front-facing version is particularly suited to chimney breasts, feature walls and existing fireplace openings where a simple single-sided installation is required. The wider glass area gives the fire a strong visual presence without relying on heavy framing or decorative detail.
The RAIS 600 range is also available in two- and three-sided configurations, but the 600-1 keeps the design focused on a single frontal view, making it a practical option where a traditional fireplace orientation is preferred.
Depending on configuration, the appliance can be specified with either a steel door or glass door, allowing the final appearance to be tailored to the surrounding interior.
The fireplace also supports connection to the RAIS AirSystem through either the base or rear wall, providing flexibility where an external combustion air supply is required.
The supplied technical specification lists a rated heat output of 5.8kW, with an operating range of approximately 2–8kW. This broad output range gives the RAIS 600-1 flexibility across different room sizes and heating requirements.
Efficiency is listed at 76%, with an A energy efficiency class in the supplied information.
The appliance incorporates the RAIS Advanced Glass Concept®, developed to create favourable conditions around the glazing and help maintain a clear view of the fire during normal operation.
The supplied manufacturer information also displays DEFRA approval, making the RAIS 600-1 relevant to UK Smoke Control Area installations, subject to the exact appliance specification and installation conditions.
Key Features
- Front-facing inset wood burning fire
- RAIS 600¹ design
- Large front glass pane
- Open-fire-inspired appearance
- Clean architectural styling
- Steel or glass door options
- Rated output of 5.8kW
- Output range of approximately 2–8kW
- 76% efficiency
- Energy efficiency class A
- 150mm flue outlet
- RAIS AirSystem compatible
- External air connection through base or rear
- RAIS Advanced Glass Concept®
- DEFRA approval shown
- Suitable for new fireplace installations
- Suitable for existing fireplace openings
Expert Insight
The RAIS 600-1 sits in a useful middle ground between a compact stove insert and the much larger architectural Visio fires. Its 5.8kW rated output suits many residential applications, while the taller glass and broad frontal view give it more visual presence than a conventional small inset stove.
Suitability
The RAIS 600-1 Front Inset Wood Burning Fire is particularly suited to living rooms, existing fireplace renovations, contemporary chimney breasts and bespoke built-in fireplace installations where a clean single-sided wood burner with a generous flame view is required.
Installation / Technical Notes
Key supplied technical data:
- Product: RAIS 600¹ Wood / RAIS 600-1
- Appliance type: Front-facing inset wood burning fire
- Rated output: 5.8kW
- Output range: 2–8kW
- Efficiency: 76%
- Energy efficiency class: A
- External dimensions: 720mm W x 402mm D x 610mm H
- Combustion chamber dimensions: 544mm W x 256mm D x 471mm H
- Installation dimensions supplied: 730mm x 615mm
- Outer frame dimensions supplied: 758mm x 627mm
- Flue outlet diameter: 150mm
- AirSystem connection: Through base or rear
- Manufacturer Clearances
- To side wall: 350mm
- To ceiling: 1000mm
- To floor: 300mm
- To furniture: 1100mm
The supplied installation and outer-frame dimensions are presented as two-value measurements rather than a complete W-D-H set, so the current RAIS technical drawing should be used when preparing the fireplace opening.
Final recess dimensions, hearth construction, combustion air requirements, flue design, structural support and combustible clearances should be confirmed against the current RAIS installation manual before fitting.











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