KRONES Infrared Heater: The Heat Solution Husky HyPET Actually Needs
Let’s cut to the chase. If you’re running a Husky HyPET line, you know the headache of getting a bottle preform hot enough—fast. Not just surface-warm, but deep, even heat. That’s exactly what the KRONES infrared heater was built to fix. It’s all about hitting that sweet spot: consistent, deep heat that keeps pace with the machine’s speed, without scorching the surface or leaving cold patches.
The Power Behind the Heat
Here’s the thing—speed demands serious power. That’s why we built this heater to run on 400V. It gives you the muscle you need for rapid heat transfer, packed into a small footprint. And the 300mm tube length? It was designed to slide right into the tight space of the HyPET heating station. No awkward overhang, no compromise. Just full, even coverage where you need it most. The wattage is dialed in to hit target temperatures quickly, so your cycle times stay steady and the heating is predictable every single time.
What Makes It Work: The Inside Story
Inside, you’ve got a halogen element wrapped in a quartz envelope. Together, they pump out shortwave infrared energy—the kind that actually penetrates PET, instead of just warming the surface. That means the heat goes where it matters: deep into the preform wall. The quartz tube handles the constant heating and cooling, taking the thermal shock of repeated starts and stops without cracking. And for installation? We kept it dead simple. The R7s end-caps mean the heater drops straight into your existing sockets. No rewiring. No custom brackets. Just plug it in and go.
Real-World Performance on the HyPET Line
On a Husky HyPET system, this heater shines. It delivers uniform heat across the preform as it moves, keeping pace with the machine’s speed. That deep, penetrating heat means you avoid surface overheating, which keeps the material strong and gives you consistent stretch during blow molding. And because it’s a direct-fit upgrade, swapping out a burnt-out tube is a breeze. No downtime. No headaches. Now, there’s one thing to keep in mind. The high heat density is powerful, but it does mean your machine’s cooling and airflow need to be on point. If the heat builds up around the tube, it can run hotter than needed and shorten its life. So just make sure those systems are dialed in.