XT-300 vs. CE-330: Which Waste Oil Heater Stands Out?
Shops that need serious high-volume heat don’t have a ton of options, and the two that always end up on the board are the Lanair XT-300 and the Clean Energy CE-330. They sit in the same weight class, but they go about their jobs in noticeably different ways.
Below is a clear look at how they differ once you stop comparing spec sheets and start thinking about how these machines actually behave in a working shop.
Heat Output & Real-World Coverage
The XT-300 puts out 300,000 BTU and is rated for up to 10,000 sq. ft. What matters just as much is airflow: the unit moves 4,600 CFM, which gives it the ability to carry warmth across wide bays instead of letting the air stall around the burner.
The CE-330 posts a higher BTU number, 325,000 BTU, but its heating range tops out at 9,000 sq. ft., and it moves 3,700 CFM. On paper, you get more BTUs, but not the same reach. In a large shop, “how far the heat travels” often matters more than the headline BTU number.
Footprint & Installation Fit
The XT-300 keeps the same compact footprint as Lanair’s other XT models: 47" x 46" x 36". For a heater this powerful, the cabinet is surprisingly manageable. It tends to slide into spaces where most high-output heaters cannot fit.
The CE-330 is shaped completely differently. At 111" long, it needs a clean run of ceiling or wall space, and the length becomes a deciding factor in older or already-busy buildings.
Fuel Flexibility
The XT-300 is rated for used oils up to 50-weight, which covers the thicker end of what a lot of repair and service shops collect throughout the week. The CE-330 supports the common mix of used oils and petroleum-based fluids.
Either heater will use your waste oil supply effectively; only one of them supports heavier oils.
Maintenance Approach
The XT-300 leans toward clarity and accessibility. Easy-access doors, a removable burner, hour meter, prime switch—everything is laid out for DIY servicing by a typical shop technician. The CE-330 leans on stainless heat exchangers, swedged flue tubes, and long cleaning intervals of 1,000+ hours, along with a digital burner controller.
They have different philosophies, as one prioritizes ease of hands-on work and the other focuses on materials that hold up over long service cycles.
Power Requirements
The XT-300 uses a 20-amp 120V circuit; the CE-330 requires 230V / 30A, a noticeably heavier circuit.
Whether that’s a problem depends entirely on your building’s electrical situation. If your panel is already packed or you’re trying to avoid electrical upgrades, the XT-300 keeps things the most simple.
Shop the XT-300 From Lanair
Each of these heaters belong in the “large shop” category. The CE-330 leans into stainless components and long service intervals. But the Lanair XT-300 focuses on powerful heat, big airflow, easier installation, and a much more compact body.
Let’s say you’re trying to heat a big shop and don’t want the unit itself dictating your layout. The XT-300 tends to be the more flexible and more effective option. Reach out to Lanair and see how it would work in your shop.