Radiant Heating with Silicon Carbide

The development of something wholly new in the infrared heating field is very unlikely, since the field has been studied by researchers and development engineers for over two decades. When a new and promising application is developed, even though new in application only and not in concept, a great deal of enthusiasm is generated by the personnel involved. This paper discusses the development of the silicon carbide radiant infrared heating module, the problems incurred in various facets of its design, and its application in industry.