Heat Guns aren’t just made for heat shrink, with applications from roof membrane welding to waterproofing your pond, making sure that you pick the right heat gun for the job is all about stable temperature control, manageable airflow, and using the right nozzles. Below are our top picks, ranging from industrial use to DIY home projects.
Top Industrial Picks (maximum control, professional durability)
Both Leister and Steinel offer heat guns for industrial and professional applications. With a wide range of temperature settings and a plethora of nozzle options you are sure to find the perfect tool for your requirements.
The TRIAC is Leisters standard heat gun. These are incredibly light (less than 1 kg), with a robust nozzle ecosystem (80+ nozzles) and proven to handle the test of time, available in both digital (AT) and non-digital (ST) variants, to ensure you are getting the perfect temperature control for your application.
Steinel's range includes a tiered number system to ensure that you are selecting the right tool from 1-7, with 7 being designed for continuous heavy use. Featuring digitally controlled temperature levels and a nozzle for every purpose, Steinel will ensure you pick the right tool for the right purpose.
Best Mid-range Heat Guns (excellent performance & value)
Leisters Mid-Tier Heat guns are offered under their Weldy range and Steinel offer their 3 & 5 series, providing a cost-effective solution for DIY enthusiasts and professional craftsmen.
The Weldy HT1600 is the bread and butter model in this range, available in both digital and non-digital variations with variable temperature control ranges up to 700°C. Featuring an easy to replace ceramic heating element, Weldy will ensure that you get the job done.
Steinel's new HeatMatic Eco range has been making waves in the market, offering not only a cost effective, reliable solution but also an energy saving eco mode designed to reduce energy consumption without compromising performance.
Best Budget Heat Gun
If you just need a solid tool for occasional sleeves and small harness jobs, Hilltop’s own economy gun is unbeatable on price.
The Commercial Heat Gun Kit, 2000 W, 2 heat settings, free-standing is outstanding value.
Even better value is our bundle, available with a 127-pc heat-shrink pack.
There’s no better option for a home DIY job.
Portable Options
Stuck in a field or half way up a building with no access to power? Steinel's MobileHeat range is designed for you. With tools ranging from the MH7 for professional applications, to the cost efficient MH3 for DIY enthusiasts, Steinel has you covered no matter where you are.
Nozzle Tips
Like we mentioned earlier, your nozzle choice is a key aspect for your application. If you are looking at plastic welding, you will want to look at Speed Welding nozzles. For roofing, you will want to look at our angled nozzles, and for heat shrink applications you will find it a much easier task with a reflector nozzle.
Not sure what nozzle you need? No problem! Speak to our in house experts to ensure that you pick the heat gun and nozzles for your needs.
Heat Guns can also be used for a wide range of applications, including our Pallet Shrink Wrap range available in both flame and flameless options.
