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May 25, 2026

Medium- and Long-Wave Infrared Carbon Fiber Heat Lamps: Built for the Heat of the Shop Floor

We built this lamp around a carbon fiber emitter for one simple reason: it gives you infrared heat that’s steady, and it reacts fast. It shines in the medium- and long-wave bands, which is exactly what you want when you need surface heating without that harsh, short-wave spike that can wreck thin materials.

Power, Voltage, and Shape: Matching the Heat to the Job

Here’s how it fits into your machine. We size the output to match the geometry, so you get heat that lands where you need it, with the density you expect. Most setups run at high voltage—often 400V—so you can pack a lot of power into a compact tube. Take a 300mm length, for example. It’s short enough to slip into tight spots, yet long enough to cover a useful heating area. The wattage is chosen to hit your temperature quickly—fast ramp-up, but controlled enough that you don’t overshoot.

Why Carbon Fiber, and Why the Details Matter

Carbon fiber elements give you consistent resistance with low thermal mass. In plain terms, the lamp heats fast and cools fast. So your process stays repeatable, cycle after cycle. The quartz envelope handles high temperatures and keeps the element safe. The ends are built for the power and the geometry, with terminals that carry the current without creating hot spots. And when you wire it up, the connector matters. It has to carry the load, survive repeated heating and cooling, and sit flush in the reflector. No fuss. Just a solid fit.

Where It Shines: Practical, Real-World Performance

This lamp is for the moments you need fast, localized heat—packaging, drying, curing, thermoforming. The medium- and long-wave output pairs well with many polymers and coatings, so you can cut down on surface scorching while still driving heat into the part. It’s small enough to drop right into existing reflector housings as a direct replacement. One thing to keep in mind: high heat density means you need proper cooling and mounting clearance. Plan your airflow and spacing. If you don’t, the lamp and nearby components will run hotter than they should.