Infrared drying is a fast and effective way to remove moisture from a variety of materials. This technology is often used in industrial applications, as it offers several significant benefits over traditional drying methods, including faster drying times, improved product quality, and reduced energy consumption. Infrared drying methods are mainly accomplished through specialized types of equipment, including moisture testers and infrared drying ovens.
Moisture testers are used to measure the moisture content of materials. This information can then be used to determine the appropriate drying time and temperature. There are a variety of different moisture testers available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The most common type of moisture tester uses a probe that is inserted into the material. The probe measures the electrical resistance of the material, which is then used to calculate the moisture content. Other types of moisture testers use microwave or infrared technology to measure moisture content.
Infrared drying ovens use infrared radiation to remove moisture from materials. Infrared radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation that is invisible to the human eye. It has a wavelength that is longer than visible light, but shorter than microwaves. When infrared radiation is directed at a material, it is absorbed by the molecules in the material. This absorption causes the molecules to vibrate, which generates heat. The heat causes the moisture in the material to evaporate, which then escapes from the oven.
Infrared drying is used in a wide variety of industrial applications, including: