Introduction
We build the 600W short wave halogen heat lamp as a dedicated, high-intensity infrared heater for industrial process heating. The core design combines a 635mm quartz tube with a halogen filament to deliver short-wave radiation, targeting rapid, localized heating in equipment where space and response time are constraints. You spec this unit when you need heat on demand, not ambient warmth.
Technical Deep-Dive: Power, Dimensions, and Electrical Specs
The 600W rating is chosen to deliver a high heat density in a compact footprint. At 600W over a 635mm length, the power density is concentrated, enabling fast thermal response without oversizing the heater. This makes it suitable for spot heating, line heating, and short-cycle processes where you need temperature rise quickly. The 635mm length is not arbitrary. It provides a long enough emitting surface to produce uniform heating across a target zone, while still fitting into standard mounting fixtures and reflector assemblies. The tube length and wattage are balanced to keep the cold end temperatures manageable, which protects the end seals and maintains stable electrical performance. Electrically, these lamps are designed for a specific operating voltage. The filament resistance and current path are engineered for the rated voltage, so you wire it up to the correct supply—no guesswork. Matching the voltage to the lamp prevents overcurrent, which shortens life and risks premature burn-out.
Material & Design: Halogen, Quartz, and Connector Choices
The halogen cycle keeps the filament stable by redepositing evaporated tungsten back onto the filament. This reduces blackening of the inner tube wall and holds output steady over time. In practice, you get consistent infrared output across the life of the lamp, rather than the steady decline you see with standard incandescent elements. The quartz envelope is selected for high temperature resistance and strong transmission in the short-wave infrared band. Quartz handles the thermal shock of rapid start-up and shut-down cycles without cracking, and it withstands the chemical environment inside the lamp. The short-wave output peaks in the near-infrared range, which is absorbed efficiently by many industrial materials, including plastics, coatings, and metals. We spec the lamp with an R7s base because it provides a secure, two-point contact that carries the current reliably and supports straightforward installation. The connector design allows the lamp to seat straight in the reflector assembly, aligning the filament with the target area. If your machine uses a different interface, we can supply compatible terminal configurations, but the R7s is the standard for this form factor.
Application & Benefits: Where This Configuration Earns Its Keep
This lamp is built for industrial tasks that demand fast heat-up and focused energy. Typical applications include plastic welding, thermoforming, curing adhesives, and drying coatings. The short-wave infrared output penetrates surfaces quickly, so you can heat the part directly without overheating the surrounding equipment. The combination of 600W power and a 635mm quartz tube gives you a predictable thermal profile. You can map heat zones, repeat cycles, and maintain process control. The halogen chemistry keeps output stable, so you do not chase drifting temperatures mid-run. Trade-off: high heat density means you must manage the local environment. The lamp runs hot, and the reflector and mounting hardware see significant heat load. You need adequate clearance, proper ventilation, and thermal protection in the surrounding assembly. Treat the lamp as a high-output component that requires a complete thermal design, not just a bulb swap. For us, the spec is straightforward: 600W short wave halogen heat, 635mm quartz infrared, engineered for reliable, repeatable industrial heating. For you, it is a drop-in heat source that starts fast, holds output, and takes the thermal beating your process demands.