320mm 220v 700w Ruby Ir Lamp Halogen Infrared Heat Lamp For Car painting From Goldisgood application
The Goldisgood 320mm 220v 700w Ruby Ir Lamp Halogen Infrared Heat Lamp has several important applications in the context of car painting:
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Pre-Painting Preparation
- Surface Drying: Before applying paint to a car, it’s crucial to have a completely dry surface. This infrared heat lamp can be used to quickly dry any moisture or cleaning agents remaining on the surface. The infrared radiation it emits penetrates the surface, causing water molecules to evaporate rapidly. For example, after washing the car with a cleaning agent, using this lamp can reduce the drying time from hours (if left to air dry) to just a few minutes, ensuring that the paint will adhere properly and preventing issues like paint blisters or peeling due to moisture.
- Surface Warming: In colder environments or when dealing with certain substrates, warming the car surface before painting can enhance the paint’s flow and adhesion. The heat from the lamp makes the surface more receptive to the paint, allowing it to spread evenly and bond better. If the car surface is cold, the paint may thicken and not apply smoothly. By warming it with the infrared lamp, the paint can be applied more uniformly and with better results.
During the Painting Process
- Accelerating Paint Drying between Coats: When applying multiple coats of paint, waiting for each coat to dry naturally can be time-consuming. This heat lamp can be used to significantly reduce the drying time between coats. The infrared heat causes the solvents in the paint to evaporate more quickly, allowing for a faster application of subsequent coats. For instance, if a particular paint normally takes 30 minutes to dry between coats under natural conditions, using this lamp might reduce the drying time to around 10 – 15 minutes, increasing the efficiency of the painting process.
