26 uses for a heat gun
Heat gun temperature control
What is a heat gun used for...
Heat guns are commonly used to strip paint, wax snow gear, and make candles, among other applications. With a wide range of uses, the temperature requirement also is high.
So, what temperatures can heat guns reach, and what are their inherent limitations?
Let’s find out.
How Hot Does a Heat Gun Get?
Heat guns work at high temperatures.
These temperatures vary with application, and the heat gun watt rating also affects the maximum working temperature.
Hot air gun temperature for desolderingMost heat guns blow hot air at a temperature between 100 – 760°C (200-1400°F).
Looking at specific models, we see a wide variation in maximum temperatures.
The Wagner HT1000 heat gun, with a 1000W rating, offers a minimum temperature of 369°C (750°F) and a maximum of 538°C (1000°F).
In comparison, the WEN 1500 Watt Dual Temperature Heat Gun Kit 2020 operates between 300°C (572°F) and 600°C (1112°F). The Netta 2000W Electric Heat Gun also operates between 300°C (572°F) and 600°C (1112°F), with two different air flow rate options.
As you can see, heat guns deliver a much higher temperature when compared to blow dryers.