How to electrically heat up glass really fast

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on methods to heat glass to temperatures between 200-600°C without using combustion. Participants explore various approaches and constraints related to the heating process.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests using sunlight as a heating method.
  • Another participant expresses the need for a method that can be used at any time of day, implying limitations of sunlight.
  • A different participant proposes using resistance heating, similar to air heaters, but notes that reaching the higher end of the temperature range may require alternative methods.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have differing views on the feasibility of using sunlight and the practicality of achieving the desired temperature range without combustion. No consensus has been reached on the best method.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not address specific technical limitations or assumptions related to the proposed heating methods.

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Hey guys. What's a way that I could heat up glass to a temperature of about 200-600C without using combustion?
 
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i need to be able to do it at anytime during the day
 
You could put a resistance and heat it, much like how an air heater works. Also, that temperature range is pretty big, if you really want 600C you would have to resort to other means.
 

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