I was searching for two things in a mini heat gun: Digital Temp Adjustment, and fan control.
The PROS: This one has BOTH! Another thing I like to see is a way to see the temp display in Farenheit and have it set that way. This one can be easily programmed to always show Farenheit. It also has a memory function so I can leave it set to specific temp since I pull this one out when doing delicate shrink wrap work. It heats up to 375F almost instantly, vs my heat gun, which takes about 10seconds to start really warming up. I use this mini heat gun probably 3x per week and have been doing that for almost 2 yrs now... still work perfectly. It also comes with a wall mount.
The Cons: That said, be sure to buy a little heat shield since it DOES put off a lot of heat. And it should really be unplugged after you are done with it for the day, as the grip seems to have some heat to it in the "off" position if it is plugged in. This makes me nervous so I just keep it unplugged (unless I forget, which is occasional).
Outside of that, this has been the best mini heat gun. for bigger shrink wrap projects that require more volume of air to move, I recommend a heat GUN with digital adjustable Farenheit temp control and fan control... I can't stress those two big things being such an important consideration. I had a non-digital before and I end up just "guessing" what range of temp I am using... with digital, I can safely dial in the perfect temp so I don't "melt" the shrink wrap, or start burning the polyolefin.
| Manufacturer | Maxwel Manufacturing Co.,Limited |
|---|---|
| Part Number | iHGun-1 |
| Item Weight | 15.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 11.81 x 3 x 3 inches |
| Item model number | iHGun-1 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Medium |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Composite |
| Pattern | Maxwel |
| Shape | Straight |
| Power Source | ac |
| Voltage | 110 Volts |
| Wattage | 650 watts |
| Horsepower | 0.87 hp |
| Maximum Power | 650 Watts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Temperature Range | 212 to 896 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Air Flow Capacity | 100 CIPM |
| Sound Level | 50 dB |
| Hose Length | 5 Feet |
| Cord Length | 0.27 Inches |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Handle Material | Macromolecules Polymer |
| Grit Description | Extra Fine |
| Display Style | LED |
| Plug Format | B - US style with ground plug. |
| Switch Style | Push button |
| Special Features | Auto Cooling Function, LED Display |
| Included Components | Ear protection |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
