Heat Gun Basics
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ก.ค. 2019
- In this tips video we’re gonna take a basic look at one of the tools you can’t make super cool props without - the heat gun! Scorching foam superstar! We’ll look at what it is, what it does, how it works, what you will use it for most, and some safety tips too. If you’re gonna build props you gotta have this tool.
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great explanation, keep up the good work
I'm using a heat gun to soften plastic 3d-printed pieces that have been sanded, but the skills are transferrable and I enjoyed the video
That’s great Elliott! Glad it was able to transfer to your project!!
Great information! Thank you!
Hi NA!
No problem, glad it was helpful!
You’d think with a video entitled heat gun basics, it would get you who to adjust the heat temp, and how far from the surface to use the gun.
Well, you’d think with only 2 settings it wouldn’t be that hard. And the video actually shows how far to hold the gun away from the foam. Not sure what you’re not getting?
Thank you! I like that you showed us what not to do (heating glued seals). I wish you went into details about what settings you used for each technique.
Do you have any advice about what features are a must or a deal breaker when buying a heat gun. Not all brands are available in Australia, so I’m having to figure out how to tell if a heat gun will do what I want it to do, and if there’s anything I should avoid.
No problem! I only use one setting - high, which is 1100 degrees. And the gun I have is the Wagner Furno 300. I am m not an expert but I can share what I use for any beginners looking for basic info.
Hi, is it ok if the electric circuits on the back vent of the heat gun start glowing & emitting electrical bolts for a few seconds after switching to the high setting?
I do not know? That does not happen with my heat gun. Sorry I can’t help you. You should probably contact the company that makes it.
What temp is the heat gun set to? I had mine set to 500 and it was taking forever to heat the foam up!
Hey ML! I think mine is the Wagner 300, it has 2 settings - 750 and 1100, I always use it on 1100 and it gets insane hot! And pretty dang quick too. So hot it melts some of my foam if I hit it for too long. Burned the heck out of my arm in the first week I had it. Haven’t made that mistake again!
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Sorry, just looking for basic info as a non-pro... Do I have to be concerned about VOC's from my non-pro overheated plastics? Thank you!
Hi! What is a VOC?
Hello,will the foam go back to its original density and thickness after its heated?
Hi!
The thickness won’t change when you heat it and it doesn’t lose any density either. It actually feels a bit stiffer once it’s heat sealed.
@@BlackSheepProps which Brands and models do you reccomend I get?
I started out 3 years ago with the Wagner Furno 300 and it’s been great ever since. It’s the only one I’ve had. Don’t really know anything about any other models or brands. I love mine.
How do I make sure it stay at a consistent temp like 80 degree
Hi Ashraf,
My heat gun has two settings - low 750 degrees and high 1100 degrees.
I only use my heat gun for building with foam and I only use my heat gun on the highest setting.
steve, i'm guilty of lighting one up, or a few, with my heat gun. 😁 these don't emit toxic fumes don't they? i would assume it's similar to a high-powered hair dryer
Hahaaaaaa!!! Awesome. I don’t think they emit any fumes? As far as I know it’s the eva foam I use that gives off the fumes when it is heated or burned.
Would the heat gun work on gorilla glue to get off carpet?
Hi Erwin,
I have never tried that?
This is about cosplay props not how to help you with your accidents
I just bought one of these from Walmart and after using it for less than five minutes, it started smoking from the back part. Is that normal?
Ooh, that never happened to me. Mine has been great since. the day I bought it. Might want to return it for another?
@@BlackSheepProps I read some reviews on it. The company says it's normal for the 1st or 2nd use because of the oils used on it. I used it again and didn't see anymore smoke.
Oh great news!
You are just saying super hot but neither did you state the wattage of that Wagner.
Hi Akone,
My gun is a Wagner 300 and it reaches between 750 and 1100 degrees. I do not know what the wattage is. I’m sure you can look it up online.
Can I use this to unseal my phone case too?
Edit: should I use this tool as a 13 year old?
Hi Liana! I only use my heat gun on my foam props, I don’t think it would be a good idea using it on an electronic device.
But I do not know? I’m sorry I can’t be more help.
Oh also, you should be able to use a heat gun because it is not hard - but I would get your parents approval or supervision.
No. And yes
After I use my heat gun it releases some smoke is that a normal thing?
That’s weird. Sometimes a little smoke can come off a piece of foam that you heat for too long, and a smell, but I’ve never seen smoke come from my gun.
@@BlackSheepProps so its not a normal thing. That return request coming right up
@@BlackSheepProps I have the Wagner Furno 300 also, my switch went bad and the gun was smoking from inside the gun.
Mine started smoking within a minute after using it for the first time. While I am checking into the electrical circuit, does anyone else have that problem????
Holy smokes Rocky! That’s not good.
I have had nothing but great performance from mine? Good luck.
I seen a video and that is supposed to be normal because the factory oil‘s are burning inside the gun and that will disappear after a minute
Mine does too, it's a cheap one off eBay. However as above, I believe this is because the heat is burning off whatever substance is on the inside when it comes from the factory
Its normal like one of the comments says its normal for the first few min to burn the oils then works fine
I have a Wagner furno and it started smoking so I looked at the switch and it was burnt inside.
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Hi! Not sure what to get for my own heat gun soon, in my country the only specs are about 300-650°C. I got a thick a$$ foam that i need to sand out and i am unsure if this kind of heat gun will smoothen it out 🫣💀
Hi Tsuki! My gun reaches 1100 degrees so it’s SUPER HOT!! If you are just trying to straighten a piece of foam maybe your gun will be enough heat if you point it on at foam for. a longer period of time? Or lay it in a warm place with some weight on top of it. I have also seen many builders heat their oven warm enough and put their foam inside until it gets soft.
Good luck!