Medium wave heat lamps 500mm 700w infrared carbon heating lamp

May 11, 2026

Introduction

We built this 500mm, 700W medium-wave infrared carbon heat lamp for the industrial jobs where you can’t afford to wait. You know the ones—heat that has to kick in fast and stay rock-steady, even in a tight spot. It’s all about control and reliability when the process is moving at full speed.

What makes it work

Here’s the thing: packing 700W into a 500mm tube gives you serious power in a small footprint. That means focused heat right where you need it. The medium-wave output hits a sweet spot for how many materials absorb energy. You get the surface hot quickly—without overshooting the target. And it runs on standard industrial voltage, so you can wire it in without reworking your electrical setup.

Built to take the heat

Inside, the carbon filament sits in a quartz envelope, because quartz handles high temps and jumps to action fast. It’s tough enough to handle repeated on/off cycles without cracking under thermal shock. The infrared coating tunes the spectrum to match how your material absorbs heat, so more energy goes straight into the work instead of being wasted. And with an R7s connector, installation is a clean, secure swap—just drop it in and you’re good.

Where it shines—and what to keep in mind

This lamp is a natural in drying lines, curing ovens, and plastic processing—anywhere you need heat that’s quick and easy to control. The medium-wave profile means less surface reflection and better absorption on polymers and coatings. The 500mm length gives you a clear heat zone, and the 700W rating keeps cycle times short. But wait—because the power density is high, you’ll want to plan for proper mounting clearance and ventilation to keep ambient heat from building up.