Short Wave IR Heaters

Brand: Alfa Heaters
Product Code: Standard
Availability: In Stock

Product Description

Alfa Heaters’ Short Wave Infrared (IR) Heaters transmit heat via electromagnetic waves at the speed of light (~300,000 km/sec), offering rapid and focused heating. Ideal for vacuum environments and clean rooms, these heaters ensure precise, dust-free performance.

Key Features

• Instant Heat: 90% of heat available within 1 second

• High Efficiency: 92% radiation emission efficiency; over 85% energy-to-heat conversion

• No Pre-heating Required: Immediate operation with minimal heat loss

• Adjustable Intensity: From 0–100% as per application needs

• Durability: Lamp life up to 7000 hours, even with frequent on/off cycles

• Targeted Heating: Ability to heat only specific zones

Reflector Types

1. Gold Reflector

   • Gold-coated infrared glass tube

   • Reflects >90% of IR radiation

   • Max working temp: ~600°C

   • Highest efficiency for focused heating

2. White Reflector

   • Ceramic-coated infrared tube

   • Reflects ~70% of radiation

   • Max temp: ~900°C

   • Durable and suitable for high-temp applications

3. Ruby Reflector

   • Red filter coating to reduce IR intensity

   • Used with other reflectors to manage heat levels

   • Helps reduce glare and control radiation spread

Advantages

• Efficient energy transfer

• Reliable and consistent heating

• Extended irradiation distance

Applications

• Stretch PET bottle machines

• Powder coating ovens

• Paint drying booths

• Screen and pad printing

• Offset ink drying

• Curing systems

• Halogen lamp assemblies

• Mobile IR heater modules