Heat Gun v. Heating Pad: What's Hotter? - Tech Bob

Heat Gun v. Heating Pad: What's Hotter? - Tech Bob

Listen from experts what is the better option heat gun or heating pad?

The heat gun has been a staple in the repair industry since its inception.  Although it has been a vital tool,  just as the repair industry has evolved, so have the tools being used to complete repairs. This evolution has brought forth the heating pad.  Let’s take a look at both and you can decide, what’s hotter? Heat  Gun   Heat guns  are  small,  portable,  and  provide  quick  concentrated  heat  making  quick  work  of  opening  devices  and  releasing  parts/flex  cables.  This  quickness  however,  is  also  its  weakness.  The  heat  it  provides  is  concentrated,  which  does  not  always  reach  all  areas  of  the  adhesive  holding  a  part  in  place.  The  concentration  of  heat  can  also  lead  to  damage  when  heating  an  area  for  too  long.  You can maintain  proper  control,  such  as  keeping  the  heat  gun  in  constant  motion  and  heating  the  opposite  side  of  the  component  being  removed. Heat  Pad  Previously  known  as  the  bulky  hot  plate,  this  tool  has  evolved  into  a  sleek  heating  machine.  It  is  just  as  portable  as  a  heat  gun,  but  provides  an  even  heating  solution  allowing  easier,  safer,  release  of  adhered  parts.  This  benefit  minimizes  the  damage  during  home  button  removal  (iPhone  7  anyone?),  aids  in  opening  devices  with  adhered  screens,  and  makes  difficult  battery  removal  an  issue  of  the  past. The  use  of  the  heating  pad  also  frees  up  a  hand  that  would  otherwise  be  occupied  by  a  heat  gun. There are many factors to consider when deciding between these two tools, and what matters most is which tool you are more comfortable working with. Let's hear from you! Do you prefer using a heat gun or heat pad? -Tech Bob