Twin Tube Infrared Emitters

An infrared emitter converts electrical energy into infrared radiant heat, which is absorbed directly by the target surface rather than heating the surrounding air. This makes them ideal for precise, efficient industrial processes such as drying ink, curing paint, thermoforming plastics, or comfort heating — delivering faster cycle times and more controlled heat application than conventional convection systems.

Short-wave lamps operate at higher temperatures (up to ~4,100°F color temperature) and provide instant response, making them ideal for fast process cycles and high-watt-density applications. Medium-wave lamps operate at lower temperatures with slightly longer warmup times, and are better suited for moisture removal, comfort heating, and applications where surface penetration depth is a consideration.

Yes. Fannon Products manufactures twin tube infrared lamps in virtually any length, wattage, voltage, and wiring configuration. Reflector options include 24K gold, high-temperature white oxide, or bare clear quartz. Custom lamps are manufactured to customer specifications and are available for both OEM replacement and new system designs. Contact the team at 810-794-2000 for details.

Fannon Products' twin tube infrared lamps are direct replacements for Heidelberg Speedmaster 52, 72, 74, 102, and XL105 models, as well as Grafix and DryStar dryer systems. They are also compatible with lamps from Tempco, Anderson Thermal, Eltosch Grafix, Helios, Italquartz, Heraeus, and Emitted Energy — covering the vast majority of commercial printing equipment in use today.

Twin tube infrared emitters from Fannon Products are available with a 24K gold integral reflector, a high-temperature white oxide reflector, or no reflector (bare clear quartz). The gold reflector option directs radiant energy precisely toward the work surface, reducing energy consumption by up to 23.5% and keeping surrounding equipment surfaces cooler compared to non-directional lamp designs.

Fannon Products' twin tube infrared lamps are rated for 5,000+ hours of operation under normal use conditions. They feature good resistance to thermal shock, making them durable in demanding industrial environments. Proper installation orientation — horizontal or vertical — and operating within specified voltage and wattage parameters will help ensure maximum lamp life.