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YFR medium wave quartz infrared heater lamps are designed for industrial drying, curing, laminating, thermoforming, coating, textile drying, food processing, paper drying, and general process heating applications.
Medium wave infrared lamps are suitable for processes that require steady radiant heat and good absorption by coatings, water-based materials, plastics, textiles, paper, adhesives, and many organic materials. Compared with short wave infrared lamps, medium wave emitters usually provide a gentler heating profile and are often used where surface quality, controlled drying, and stable heating are important.
YFR can manufacture standard and customized medium wave quartz IR lamps according to lamp length, voltage, power, tube size, filament design, reflector coating, end cap, lead wire, terminal type, and installation method.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Medium wave quartz infrared heater lamp |
| Heating Type | Medium wave infrared radiant heating |
| Filament Material | Nickel-Chrome / Ni-Cr filament |
| Tube Material | Quartz glass tube |
| Typical Wavelength | 2.4–2.7 μm |
| Filament Temperature | 800–950℃ |
| Response Time | 2–4 minutes |
| Heating Length | Up to 5000 mm depending on design |
| Power Density | Max. 25 W/cm depending on lamp structure |
| Unit Area Power | Max. 60 kW/m² depending on emitter arrangement |
| Cross Section | 11×23 mm / 15×33 mm twin tube options |
| Reflector Options | Clear quartz, gold reflector, white reflector |
| Operation Position | Vertical or horizontal operation available by design |
| Application | Drying, curing, laminating, thermoforming, coating, textile, paper, food |
Medium wave infrared heating is often selected when the target material needs controlled and relatively gentle radiant heat. Many coatings, inks, adhesives, plastics, textiles, paper, and water-containing materials absorb medium wave infrared energy effectively.
For industrial drying and curing, medium wave IR can help heat the material surface and near-surface layer without applying excessive short wave intensity. This makes it useful for processes where stable drying, reduced surface defects, and consistent heating are more important than extremely fast surface heating.
The correct lamp choice still depends on the material, coating thickness, required temperature, line speed, heating distance, reflector design, and temperature control method.
YFR medium wave quartz infrared heater lamps use Nickel-Chrome filament structures for stable medium wave radiation. Ni-Cr filament technology is widely used in medium wave IR emitters because it provides stable resistance heating and suitable operating temperature for this wavelength range.
| Design Point | Practical Benefit |
|---|---|
| Ni-Cr filament | Stable resistance heating for medium wave IR output |
| Quartz tube structure | Clean radiant heating element for industrial systems |
| Twin tube options | Higher mechanical stability and power density |
| Filament support design | Helps maintain heating consistency along the lamp length |
| Custom filament layout | Can be adjusted according to heating width and power requirement |
YFR medium wave IR lamps can be supplied in clear quartz, gold reflector, or white reflector versions.
| Option | Typical Purpose |
|---|---|
| Clear Quartz Tube | All-around radiant heating when external reflectors are used |
| Gold Reflector | Directional heating toward the target material |
| White Reflector | Rear-side reflection and reduced back heat radiation |
| Twin Tube Structure | Higher power density and stable installation form |
| Custom Coating | Designed according to heating direction and equipment layout |
For target heating systems, a reflector coating can help direct radiant energy toward the working side of the lamp and reduce unnecessary rear-side radiation.
| Advantage | Practical Benefit |
|---|---|
| Stable medium wave output | Suitable for drying, curing, laminating, and process heating |
| Ni-Cr filament | Reliable resistance heating for medium wave IR applications |
| Quartz tube construction | Clean and efficient radiant heat source |
| Gold or white reflector option | Supports directional heating and better energy use |
| Custom voltage and power | Matches different equipment and regional electrical systems |
| Long lamp length options | Suitable for wide heating zones and production lines |
| Multiple end terminations | Easier replacement and installation in different machines |
| OEM and replacement support | Can be produced according to drawings, samples, or specifications |
| Application | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| Glass Lamination | Preheating or process heating for glass lamination systems |
| Printing and Packaging | Ink drying, coating drying, varnish drying, adhesive activation |
| Paint and Coating | Drying water-based or solvent-based coatings |
| Plastic Processing | Thermoforming, preheating, softening, and drying |
| Textile and Nonwoven | Fabric drying, coating drying, adhesive activation |
| Paper and Cardboard | Moisture drying, coating drying, and web heating |
| Food Processing | Drying, baking support, thawing, and surface heating |
| Adhesives and Resins | Controlled heating, drying, and curing support |
| Industrial Ovens | Heating zones for dryers, tunnels, and curing systems |
YFR can manufacture medium wave quartz infrared heater lamps for both new heating systems and replacement applications.
| Custom Item | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Lamp Length | Up to 5000 mm or customized according to equipment |
| Heating Length | Designed according to effective heating area |
| Voltage | 110V, 120V, 220V, 230V, 240V, 380V, 400V, 480V, or customized |
| Power | Customized according to process heating requirement |
| Tube Size | 11×23 mm, 15×33 mm, or customized quartz tube structure |
| Filament Design | Ni-Cr filament configuration according to power and heating profile |
| Reflector Coating | Clear, gold reflector, white reflector, or custom coating |
| End Cap | Ceramic cap, metal cap, or special end structure |
| Lead Wire | High-temperature cable with customized length |
| Terminal | Bare wire, ring terminal, spade terminal, plug, pin, or customized connector |
| Operation Position | Horizontal or vertical design according to lamp structure |
| Packaging | Standard export packaging, reinforced packaging, or OEM packaging |
YFR can produce medium wave quartz IR lamps as replacement lamps for existing dryers, ovens, heating tunnels, laminating equipment, coating lines, printing dryers, and thermoforming systems.
To check compatibility, please provide:
| Required Information | Example |
|---|---|
| Original lamp photo | Full lamp photo and both end details |
| Total lamp length | Overall length including end caps |
| Heating length | Effective heated section |
| Voltage and power | 230V 1000W, 400V 3000W, etc. |
| Tube size | 11×23 mm, 15×33 mm, or measured size |
| Tube type | Single tube or twin tube |
| Filament type | Medium wave Ni-Cr filament if known |
| Reflector type | Clear, gold reflector, white reflector |
| End cap and terminal | Ceramic cap, metal cap, pin, cable, or special terminal |
| Installation position | Horizontal, vertical, or angled |
| Application | Glass lamination, drying oven, printing dryer, coating line, etc. |
If the original marking is unclear, photos of the lamp body, both terminals, holder, wiring area, and machine nameplate can help confirm the correct replacement design.
Medium wave quartz infrared heater lamps can be used individually or arranged into heating banks and modular IR systems. A complete medium wave IR heating system may include:
Medium wave quartz IR lamps.
Reflector housing or lamp cassette.
Ceramic holders and mounting clips.
SCR power controller or thyristor regulator.
PID temperature controller.
Infrared thermometer or thermocouple feedback.
PLC or HMI control interface.
Cooling or air extraction structure where required.
For wide production lines, multiple lamps can be arranged across the heating width and divided into independent control zones. This helps adjust the heating profile according to product width, line speed, material type, and target temperature.
Before selecting a medium wave IR lamp, confirm the heating process conditions:
| Process Factor | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Target Material | Different materials absorb IR wavelengths differently |
| Coating or Moisture Content | Water-based coatings and wet materials may require controlled drying |
| Heating Distance | Affects heat intensity and temperature uniformity |
| Line Speed | Determines required power and heating zone length |
| Heating Width | Affects lamp length and zone layout |
| Surface Sensitivity | Helps decide between medium wave, fast medium wave, or short wave IR |
| Reflector Design | Determines heating direction and energy use |
| Control Method | Power regulation and temperature feedback improve process stability |
YFR manufactures quartz infrared lamps for industrial drying, curing, laminating, heating, and replacement applications. For medium wave quartz IR lamps, production focuses on quartz tube quality, Ni-Cr filament configuration, reflector coating, end sealing, electrical performance, lead wire assembly, and packaging protection.
Main inspection points include:
Quartz tube visual inspection.
Filament and support structure inspection.
Tube sealing and assembly inspection.
Reflector coating appearance check if applicable.
End cap and lead wire assembly inspection.
Electrical resistance and power matching.
Insulation and safety inspection according to order requirements.
Final visual inspection and export packaging.
A medium wave quartz infrared heater lamp is an electric radiant heating element that uses a quartz tube and Ni-Cr filament to generate medium wave infrared radiation for drying, curing, heating, laminating, and process applications.
The page lists a typical wavelength range of 2.4–2.7 μm for this product type. The actual output depends on lamp design and operating temperature.
Short wave IR lamps usually provide faster response and higher intensity. Medium wave IR lamps provide a gentler heating profile and are often suitable for coatings, plastics, textiles, paper, and water-containing materials.
Yes. YFR can supply clear quartz, gold reflector, or white reflector designs according to heating direction and equipment structure.
Yes. Lamp length, voltage, power, tube size, filament design, reflector coating, end cap, lead wire, terminal, and packaging can be customized according to your equipment requirements.
Yes. Please provide photos, total length, heating length, voltage, power, tube size, reflector type, end cap, terminal, and application. YFR can help check replacement feasibility.
