What this lamp actually feels like to run
Here’s the deal: this halogen infrared lamp is spec’d at 650W, in a 420mm length. That gives you a heat footprint you can count on. The wattage and length set the power density, so the heat lands on the part exactly the way you plan. It’s sized to slip into machines with tight clearances, but still throws off enough radiant power for industrial cycles. And it’s quick. The ramp-up is fast, and once the filament hits temperature, the output stays steady. No fuss.
The build that keeps it honest
Inside, you’ve got a halogen-filled quartz tube, made to handle rapid heating and cooling without the performance drifting. The halogen cycle keeps the filament clean, so the lamp holds its output over time. The R7s base is a straight, double-ended connector that makes mounting and replacement simple. No twisting. No guesswork. It drops straight into standard holders—just line it up and you’re done. One small tip: handle it with clean gloves. Fingerprints on hot quartz can create hot spots and cut the lamp’s life short.
Where it shines—and what to watch
This is your go-to when you need focused, shortwave infrared heat in a compact space. Think plastic forming, curing, drying, and sealing. The 650W rating means high heat density, so your machine needs to manage airflow and reflector geometry to keep nearby parts from getting too hot. Run it at the rated voltage, and you’ll get repeatable heating with a response you can predict. If your process needs heat that comes on fast, responds well, and doesn’t want a long warm-up, this setup is a solid, field-proven choice.