Power Controls

Master Temperature Control with a Power Regulator for Infrared Lamps

In the world of industrial heating, infrared (IR) lamps are renowned for their speed, efficiency, and clean energy transfer. However, the true potential of infrared heating is only unlocked with one critical component: a precision power regulator.

Whether you're involved in plastic welding, food processing, paint curing, or any application requiring thermal management, uncontrolled heat leads to inconsistent results, wasted energy, and damaged products. This is where a specialized power controller for infrared heating becomes indispensable.

What is a Power Regulator (or Power Controller)?

A power regulator, often called a power controller or thyristor unit, is an electronic device that intelligently manages the electrical power delivered to a heating element—in this case, your infrared lamps.

Think of it as a highly sophisticated dimmer switch. Instead of simply turning the lamps on at full power or off completely, it can vary the voltage or use phase-angle control to deliver exactly the amount of energy needed to maintain a precise temperature. This precise management is the key to efficient and effective infrared heating.

Why You Need a Dedicated Power Regulator for Infrared Lamps

Using a standard on/off switch with high-power IR lamps is like driving a car with only the accelerator and brake—you have no control over your speed. A dedicated power controller gives you the steering wheel and cruise control.

Here are the critical benefits:

1. Unmatched Process Control and Consistency

A power regulator allows for exact temperature maintenance. This ensures every product receives the same amount of heat, leading to uniform curing, drying, or welding. The result? Superior, repeatable product quality and a drastic reduction in rejects.

2. Significant Energy Savings

By delivering only the necessary power to maintain temperature—rather than cycling full power on and off—a power controller for heating systems drastically reduces energy consumption. This "soft" management of power also reduces stress on the electrical grid and your facility's infrastructure.

3. Extends the Lifespan of Infrared Lamps

Infrared lamps, like all halogens, are sensitive to thermal shock. The sudden inrush of current from a simple on/off cycle causes expansion and contraction, which shortens their life. A power regulator provides a soft start and eliminates harsh cycling, significantly extending the operational life of your expensive IR lamps.

4. Enhanced Safety and Reliability

Modern power controllers come with built-in protection features such as over-current, over-voltage, and short-circuit protection. This safeguards both your heating system and your personnel, ensuring a safer working environment and reducing downtime.

Key Applications for Infrared Power Control

Our power regulators are ideal for a wide range of industrial processes, including:

• Thermoforming and Plastic Welding

• Paint Drying and Powder Coating Curing

• Food Dehydration and Cooking Processes

• Printing and Packaging Film Drying

• Textile and Paper Drying

• Laboratory and R&D Heating Setups

Choosing the Right Power Controller for Your Needs

When selecting a power regulator for infrared lamps, consider these factors:

• Load Type: Ensure the controller is compatible with resistive loads like IR lamps.

• Control Mode: Do you need simple manual control, or integration with a PID temperature controller and thermocouple for a closed-loop system?

• Current & Voltage Rating: The controller must be sized correctly to handle the total power (amperage and voltage) of your infrared heating array.

• Features: Look for essential features like soft start, automatic bypass, and clear status indicators.

Your Partner in Precision Heating Control

At Huaian Yinfrared Heating Tech, we specialize in providing robust and reliable power control solutions for industrial heating applications. We understand that your process is unique.

We supply high-performance power regulators and controllers designed specifically for the demands of infrared lamp heating. Our solutions are engineered to deliver:

• Precise Temperature Management

• Maximized Energy Efficiency

• Durability in Industrial Environments

• Seamless Integration with Your Existing Systems

Don't let imprecise temperature control compromise your product quality and bottom line.

Contact us today to discuss your application. Our technical experts will help you select the perfect power regulator to optimize your infrared heating process, improve efficiency, and ensure consistent results.

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Product characteristics

FD type power regulator has the following characteristics

• Using the original imported CPU, high degree of digitization, work stability 

• Control motherboard adopted military circuit design and processing, safe and reliable 

• Application of original import parts for integrated circuits, quality assurance 

• New design concept, reasonable structure layout, fast and convenient installation 

• Single chip microcomputer is developed with independent embedded development system and has powerful function 

• The heat dissipation system has the characteristics of large heat dissipation area, small size of the whole machine, and high heat transfer ratio. 

• High precision PID temperature control module with high control precision Multiple communication functions

FD type electric regulator technical specifications

Master power supply	AC50V-AC1200V
Control power.	AC220V
Input Signal	4-20mA/0-20mA/1-5V/0-10V/RS485
Output Mode	zero / phase shift output
Output Mode	Power / current / voltage limit    limit / constant current / constant voltage / constant power
Load Type	Restraint / Sensibility
Display Precision	0.01%
Control precision	0.10%
Cooling mode	cooling / water cooling
Display Type	TFT color. LCD 2.4 / 4.3 / 7 inches
Mode of communication	RS485(Modbus)
Additional features	PID accurate temperature control
Installation Method	Vertical Installation
Number of alarm groups	2 sets of relays output
Variable output	0-10V/4-20mA（apolegamy）

Install Specification Index

Specification	Single phase applicable current	Three-phase applicable current	Size a*B*C (mm)	Install size H*W (mm)
IS01	(60-125) A	(30-50)A	225*85*155	200*78
IS02	(150-175) A	(60-125) A	335*128*200	310*60
IS03	(200-225) A	(150-175) A	350*165*220	330*82
IS04	(250-350) A	(200-225)A	430*185*240	410*92
IS05	(400-600) A	(250-350) A	460*255*245	440*122
IS06	(700-800)A	(400-600) A	540*277*260	520*150
IS07	(1000-1200) A	(700-800) A	540*277*260	520*150
IS08	/	(1000-1200) A	640*330*260	620*170

Table of Specifications for Selection of Three-phase

Power Regulators

Model	Rated Current	220V Power	380V Power	Installation Specifications	Fixed Screw	Cooling Mode
FD-5-4-020	020A	5Kw	12Kw	IS01	M6	Natural cooling
FD-5-4-030	030 A	6Kw	15Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-040	040 A	9 Kw	18Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-050	050 A	14Kw	26Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-060	060 A	16Kw	30Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-075	075 A	22Kw	40Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-080	080 A	25Kw	43Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-100	100A	32Kw	56Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-5-4-125	125 A	38Kw	67 Kw	IS02	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-150	150A	45Kw	80Kw	IS03	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-175	175 A	50Kw	90Kw	IS03	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-200	200 A	55Kw	100 Kw	IS04	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-225	225 A	68Kw	120 Kw	IS04	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-250	250 A	75Kw	145 Kw	IS04	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-275	275 A	82Kw	150 Kw	IS05	M8	wind cooling
FD-5-4-300	300 A	89Kw	160 Kw	IS05	M10	wind cooling
FD-5-4-350	350 A	108 Kw	190 Kw	IS05	M10	wind cooling
FD-5-4-400	400 A	120 Kw	220 Kw	IS06	M10	wind cooling
FD-5-4-450	450 A	135 Kw	250 Kw	IS06	M12	wind cooling
FD-5-4-500	500 A	150Kw	270Kw	IS06	M12	wind cooling
FD-5-4-600	600 A	180Kw	330Kw	IS07	M12	wind cooling
FD-5-4-800	800 A	260 Kw	450 Kw	IS07	M12	wind cooling
FD-5-4-1000	1000 A	450 Kw	550 Kw	IS08	M16	Water cooling

Specification for Type Selection of Single Phase Power Regulators

Model	Rated Current	220V Power	380V Power	Installation specifications	Fixed screw	Cooling Mode
FD-1-4-020	020A	4Kw	6Kw	IS01	M6	Natural cooling
FD-1-4-030	030 A	5Kw	7 Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-040	040 A	6 Kw	9 Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-050	050 A	7 Kw	12 Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-060	060 A	9 Kw	18 Kw	IS01	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-075	075 A	14 Kw	24 Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-080	080 A	15 Kw	26 Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-100	100 A	18 Kw	33 Kw	IS02	M6	wind cooling
FD-1-4-125	125 A	22 Kw	37 Kw	IS02	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-150	150A	26 Kw	45 Kw	IS02	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-175	175 A	30 Kw	50 Kw	IS02	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-200	200 A	35 Kw	62 Kw	IS03	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-225	225 A	38 Kw	65 Kw	IS03	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-250	250 A	42 Kw	75 Kw	IS04	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-275	275 A	47 Kw	80 Kw	IS04	M8	wind cooling
FD-1-4-300	300 A	52 Kw	90 Kw	IS04	M10	wind cooling
FD-1-4-350	350 A	60 Kw	105Kw	IS05	M10	wind cooling
FD-1-4-400	400A	70 Kw	120Kw	IS05	M10	wind cooling
FD-1-4-450	450 A	80 Kw	135Kw	IS05	M12	wind cooling
FD-1-4-500	500 A	90Kw	150Kw	IS06	M12	wind cooling
FD-1-4-600	600 A	100 Kw	175Kw	IS07	M12	wind cooling
FD-1-4-800	800 A	120 Kw	220Kw	IS07	M12	wind cooling
FD-1-4-1000	1000A	140 Kw	300Kw	IS08	M16	Water cooling