Description
The IR1001 COMPACT is a bench-top infrared heating oven engineered to meet the needs of orthotic & prosthetic labs, custom footwear makers, and small-batch thermoforming workshops. By using infrared radiation instead of ambient air heating, it provides rapid, consistent warming of plastic sheets, EVA, liners, and shell materials ā enabling efficient vacuum forming, molding, or material heating ā without long pre-heating times.Ā
š„ Key Features & Advantages
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Efficient infrared heating with 12-tube array: Twelve IR-quartz tubes (with reflectors) deliver direct surface heating ā enabling fast, even heating of plastic sheets and components without overheating surrounding air.Ā
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Material surface temperature control: An optical IR-temperature sensor monitors surface temperature in real time. Coupled with a digital PID controller, this ensures accurate, repeatable heating cycles ā minimizing risk of scorching or warping.Ā
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Wide heating area for versatile parts: The internal working area (heated tray) offers approx. 1000 Ć 800 mm (external dims: 1270 Ć 920 Ć 455 mm), giving sufficient space for large plastic sheets, insoles, orthotic shells, or multiple small parts at once.Ā
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Pull-out tray for easy loading/unloading: A full-size, ball-bearing-mounted tray slides out for straightforward placement and removal of materials ā simplifying workflow and improving ergonomics.Ā
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Bench-top design, optional stand: Its relatively compact footprint allows integration into smaller workshops or labs. For more ergonomic working height, an optional stand is available.Ā
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Instant-on operation & energy-efficient: Because infrared heating acts directly on material surfaces rather than heating the whole chamber air ā there is no long warm-up time. Heating is demand-based, reducing unnecessary energy use and speeding up cycles.Ā
Common Use Cases
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Pre-heating thermoplastic sheets, EVA blanks, liners, or plastic sheets before vacuum-forming or deep-drawing ā for insoles, foot orthoses, prosthetic shells, shoe soles, and similar components.
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Softening materials for manual forming ā for custom orthotics, shoe modification, casting/heat forming, and shell adjustments.
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Small-batch or bespoke production ā suitable for clinics, prosthetic labs, orthotic workshops, custom footwear makers, or rehab-device fabrication sites with limited space.
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Heating multiple small parts or several components in a single batch ā increasing efficiency for workshops handling diverse orders.
Why Choose IR1001 COMPACT
The IR1001 COMPACT stands out for its speed, precision, and flexibility ā combining advanced infrared heating technology with a practical bench-top design. It gives orthotic and prosthetic technicians, shoemakers, and small workshop owners a reliable, efficient way to warm, soften, or shape plastics and thermoplastics without the complexity or footprint of large industrial ovens. Especially valuable when you need fast turnaround, consistent heating results, and a workspace-friendly solution.
