Darkside D-HEATER HMD — Silver Anodised, lidless control with fast heat response

what it is, why it helps, how it works, and why you want one

The Darkside D-HEATER is a lidless heat management device (HMD) made from silver anodised aluminium. It sits on top of your packed bowl and holds your lit coconut coals. Because it’s lidless, you see and feel heat changes immediately—slide or rotate a cube and the flavour steadies within a few pulls. You get cleaner taste, quicker start-up and easier coal handling than juggling foil, with a solid, simple body that’s built for daily sessions.

Shop all Darkside accessories • Pair with a modern phunnel bowl • New to HMDs? Read our quick setup guide.

Darkside D-HEATER HMD — anodised aluminium, lidless control for cleaner flavour

We bring in the genuine Darkside D-HEATER direct from Darkside. The silver, anodised aluminium body gives a durable, scratch-resistant finish, while the open, lidless design delivers **stable, even heat** with instant feedback to any coal move. Expect **fast ignition and clean flavour** from the first pull, with hardware made to handle daily use.

What sets it apart

• Fast, responsive heat because the lidless design lets you fine-tune by moving coals in seconds for consistent extraction and smooth smoke.
• Durable surface from the silver anodised aluminium that resists tong marks and everyday wear.
• Easy coal handling with narrowed inner walls that make placing and rotating 26 mm cubes simple mid-session.
• Minimal, reliable build — no bolts to seize or rust; just a solid, serviceable body.
• Wide bowl fit — works with most standard bowls and pairs naturally with modern phunnel setups.

Fit & compatibility

Compatible with most standard hookah bowls (phunnel or traditional). Use with 2–3 × 26 mm coconut cubes depending on your mix and room conditions.

How to dial it in

• Start with 2 × 26 mm coconut cubes; add heat gradually if needed.
• Preheat the HMD on the coals for 1–2 minutes before placing on the bowl.
• Rotate cubes every 8–10 minutes to keep flavour clean and even.

Craft & performance

The D-HEATER spreads heat evenly while keeping airflow lively for fuller clouds and truer flavour. Its open design avoids stale heat build-up over longer sessions and gives immediate feedback whenever you adjust coal position.

Care & upkeep

• Allow to cool fully, tap out ash, then hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent.
• Avoid abrasive pads to protect the anodised finish; rinse and dry thoroughly.

Quick fixes

• Harshness: Lift the HMD for 5–10 seconds or remove one cube temporarily.
• Thin clouds: Add a brief preheat or a third cube; ensure regular coal rotation.

Specifications

In the box

• 1 × Darkside D-HEATER (silver) — HMD only, in original box
• Not included: bowl, charcoal, tongs

FAQ

• Does the lidless design run too hot?
  No — it improves airflow and lets you correct heat instantly by moving or rotating cubes.
• Will it fit my bowl?
  It fits most standard bowls, including modern phunnel designs.
• Can it rust?
  The anodised aluminium body has no external bolts to seize and will not rust. Rinse and dry after use.

Shipping

We ship worldwide from Melbourne, Australia.