carbon fiber infrared quartz heat lamp

carbon fiber infrared quartz heat lamp

Power and Size: The Real Story

We built this carbon fiber infrared quartz heat lamp for one reason: industrial heating where space is at a premium and you absolutely need intense heat. It runs on 400V and hits 2500W, so it comes up to temperature fast—the kind of wattage that keeps up with short, fast cycles. And the tube is just 300mm long, so it slips into tight spots without forcing you to redesign the whole setup. That combo gives you serious heat in a small footprint. But here’s the catch: it also means the surrounding gear has to deal with real heat. Plan your cooling and clearances like you mean it.

Built to Handle the Heat

The quartz envelope takes the high temperatures in stride and gives the carbon fiber filament a stable home. We also add a halogen fill to keep the filament steady over time, which helps you avoid drift during long production runs. Then there’s the shortwave infrared coating. It focuses the energy into the right band, so you get better absorption—especially on reflective materials or parts that are moving quickly. And the R7s connector? Practical choice. It locks the lamp in place, carries the current safely, and makes replacement a simple drop-in job on standard fixtures.

Where This Lamp Shines

This thing is made for processes that need fast, localized heating—think PET blowing, thermoforming, and plastic welding. The shortwave output responds quickly, so you can keep pace with tight cycle times. The carbon fiber filament stays stable even when it’s cycling on and off, and the 400V/2500W setup gives you the heat density demanding lines require. Just keep in mind: high power density means you need solid thermal management and a smart electrical layout.

Make the Specs Work for You

A 400V, 2500W lamp throws off real heat, and that comes with real-world limits. Make sure your power supply, wiring, and cooling are all matched to the load. Do the math on ambient temperature, airflow, and duty cycle. When you get those details right, this carbon fiber infrared quartz lamp settles in and does its job—reliably. Not as a hotspot that burns out early.