@rocben3003 : In regards to your specific inquiry of removing dents from an Aluminum panel. The Autotron 3300 system does not have enough power to sufficiently heat aluminum for dent removal. A larger induction heater is required. Magnetic attraction does not cause the dent to be removed. Thermal expansion due to induced heate is the mode of dent removal. Aluminum has a specific heat that his double that of steel, therefore requiring double the power for the same mass.
@carbonfibercreations : Yes, both the CO2 and heat can remove a soft dent. Both work by the same mechanism, thermal expansion. The difference in temperature between the worked area and the surrounding panel is what causes the metal to expand at different rates, thus moving the dent. However there is BIG difference between the CO2 and induction heating. The produced by induction relieves the stresses in the dent, thus preventing it from re-appearing.
@intheshitter: Magnetic attraction is not doing the work. The inductor is generating an alternating electromagnetic field that is switching from positive to negative 60,000 times per second. Because it is altenating there is not magnetic attraction that can be felt. The alternating current causes an electrical current to flow in the panel and the current causes the panel to generate heat. The heat causes the panel to expand, forcing the dent out.
@rocben3003 : Induction heating can heat any electrically conductive material, including aluminum. The material does not have to be magnetic for induction to work. There are 2 types of heating that take place with induction heating. 1) Hysteresis heating which only works with magnetic materials, and 2) eddie current heating that will work with any electrically conductive material including molten glass. Specific to your question about removing dents.
This tool is designed to work on soft dents without creases, and away from the edges of panels. It performs great in the large soft flat areas, such as the domes/roofs, bonnets/hoods, boots/trunks and doors.
@carbonfibercreations : The method of using heat to remove soft dents has been used for decades maybe even centuries by metal finishers. The idea is nothing new. Small torches and resistance electrodes are commonly used today. The new twist is our technology that allows heat to be induced into the panel/metal without touching it or without using an open flame.
@rocben3003 : Due to the non-magnetic nature of the aluminum, it only receives the magnetic energy 50% as good as magnetic steel. Further, aluminum is very conductive electrically. Aluminum is 3.5 times more conductive than steel, thus requiring 3.5 times as much current to generate the same energy losses. Factoring in all these conditions, approximately 6 times as much power is required to heat aluminum in the same amount of time it takes to heat steel.
I will not remove the crease, but it will greatly reduce the size of the dent to reduce the amount of labor required to finish the job. If the vehicle is going to be painted, you can heat the panel to over 1300F, which will move the metal even more. While it is hot, traditional metal shrinking techniques can be used with a shrinking hammer and dolly.
You are correct, it will not completely remove a crease, but it will make it lot smaller reducing the amount of labor a PDR tech has to invest to completely repair a dent. It also works great in those areas that you are not supposed to be drilling and plugging in order to gain access to the back of the dent. Visit my channel and take a look at the video posted by allmax69 under my favorite videos. Allmax is a premier PDR equipment dealer in France who has sold many Autotrons for PDR
@adammorrison75 such a rip off lol...i do paintless dent repair for a living and the only way this would work is if the dent was small and perfectly round (the perfect dent) try using this on a crease or body line. Complete rip off and waste of money.
@rocben3003 : In regards to your specific inquiry of removing dents from an Aluminum panel. The Autotron 3300 system does not have enough power to sufficiently heat aluminum for dent removal. A larger induction heater is required. Magnetic attraction does not cause the dent to be removed. Thermal expansion due to induced heate is the mode of dent removal. Aluminum has a specific heat that his double that of steel, therefore requiring double the power for the same mass.
Do you have a machine and youtube video for alu?
@carbonfibercreations : Yes, both the CO2 and heat can remove a soft dent. Both work by the same mechanism, thermal expansion. The difference in temperature between the worked area and the surrounding panel is what causes the metal to expand at different rates, thus moving the dent. However there is BIG difference between the CO2 and induction heating. The produced by induction relieves the stresses in the dent, thus preventing it from re-appearing.
Adam Morrison
@intheshitter: Magnetic attraction is not doing the work. The inductor is generating an alternating electromagnetic field that is switching from positive to negative 60,000 times per second. Because it is altenating there is not magnetic attraction that can be felt. The alternating current causes an electrical current to flow in the panel and the current causes the panel to generate heat. The heat causes the panel to expand, forcing the dent out.
Adam
@rocben3003 : Induction heating can heat any electrically conductive material, including aluminum. The material does not have to be magnetic for induction to work. There are 2 types of heating that take place with induction heating. 1) Hysteresis heating which only works with magnetic materials, and 2) eddie current heating that will work with any electrically conductive material including molten glass. Specific to your question about removing dents.
You can get one from any Car Quest Auto Parts Store in the USA.
This tool is designed to work on soft dents without creases, and away from the edges of panels. It performs great in the large soft flat areas, such as the domes/roofs, bonnets/hoods, boots/trunks and doors.
@carbonfibercreations : The method of using heat to remove soft dents has been used for decades maybe even centuries by metal finishers. The idea is nothing new. Small torches and resistance electrodes are commonly used today. The new twist is our technology that allows heat to be induced into the panel/metal without touching it or without using an open flame.
@rocben3003 : Due to the non-magnetic nature of the aluminum, it only receives the magnetic energy 50% as good as magnetic steel. Further, aluminum is very conductive electrically. Aluminum is 3.5 times more conductive than steel, thus requiring 3.5 times as much current to generate the same energy losses. Factoring in all these conditions, approximately 6 times as much power is required to heat aluminum in the same amount of time it takes to heat steel.
I enjoyed reading these well worded and scientifically accurate comments.
$2899.00 USD is the suggested retail price for the induction power source and the optional magnepopper inductor.
I will not remove the crease, but it will greatly reduce the size of the dent to reduce the amount of labor required to finish the job.
If the vehicle is going to be painted, you can heat the panel to over 1300F, which will move the metal even more. While it is hot, traditional metal shrinking techniques can be used with a shrinking hammer and dolly.
It can be used anywhere there is access to 110 Volt 60Hz or 240 Volt 50Hz power.
Will not completely remove a creased or stretched dent. It will reduce the size, allowing for less pick-work to complete the repair.
Good morning Sir, this is Mr Tobin from bonny island Rivers State Nigeria, please how can i buy one, i like the product.
Want to buy!!,but don't know where to start?,where can i get hold or where can i find it in South Africa and how much is it gona cost me?,thanks!!!!
You are correct, it will not completely remove a crease, but it will make it lot smaller reducing the amount of labor a PDR tech has to invest to completely repair a dent. It also works great in those areas that you are not supposed to be drilling and plugging in order to gain access to the back of the dent. Visit my channel and take a look at the video posted by allmax69 under my favorite videos. Allmax is a premier PDR equipment dealer in France who has sold many Autotrons for PDR
does it really work on massive dent? like if a car hit you and you a real edge dent in?
where can i buy one of this? is amazing!!
many thanks
How would you make it work on an aluminum panel?? since aluminum is'nt magnetic like some BMW's or Mercedes Benz.
How much is it ?
ask them for an OTC6650 and an OTC-543036. These are items managed by Car Quest's Cleaner and Equipment Division.
Good job.
Do you have a supplier in Brazil?
Adam Morrison, where can I find a represent this product? I need urgently. I'm from Brazil. Thanks.
good job how much? what s the name? where buy inmexico?' thank you
Can it be use at home?
Will this work for a 2014 mustang?
What is the name of this dent remover?
you can purchase from Eurotec Produkts in Brendale, QLD.
Silver Falcon Automotive in Polokwane, SA. Ask for an Autorobot AAT33 Induction Heating System.
@adammorrison75 : i like elecromagneic dent puller of yours. where can i buy it? i am from overseas.thanks
That's awesome
Most hoods are aluminum know a days.But yea looks like in metal ones it be great.
Filiberto Barrera
It will work on Aluminum also....for some reason all you all think this thing works by magnetism....that isnt the case.
@kathyauc : do a google search of "OTC6650 Magnetic Induction Heater".
I need this dent removal
$3000.00 USD
donde lo venden? Buy?
i can't find any similar devices there...((
Where i can buy it ?
you can purchase it from Ajax TOCCO Magnethermic. www.ajaxtocco.com
it is not good
you can purchase it on-line. Google "OTC6650 Magnetic Induction Heater" to locate a list of on-line retailers.
Vaccum hammer ...
@rocben3003
You can purchase from Megatools in Guadalajara, Mexico. Here is the for our distributors in Mexico. Telephono:(33) 3811-6440
@adammorrison75 such a rip off lol...i do paintless dent repair for a living and the only way this would work is if the dent was small and perfectly round (the perfect dent) try using this on a crease or body line. Complete rip off and waste of money.
Do you think this would damage paint?
Where does the magnet come into this?
how much is it?