Draper Expert Induction Heating Tool Kit, 1.75Kw

The Draper Expert IHT-15 Induction Heating Tool Kit is a step-up professional induction heating solution delivering 1.75kW (1750W) of electromagnetic heating power for the most demanding garage, workshop, and engineering facility applications. Supplied complete with four shaped induction coils and a hardwearing carry case, the IHT-15 builds on the core capabilities of the IHT-11 with increased power output — providing faster heat-up times, greater thermal penetration on larger and heavier components, and the sustained performance required in high-throughput professional environments where seized, corroded, and heavily bonded ferrous metal components are an everyday challenge.

Designed specifically for professional technicians, the IHT-15 represents a genuine and compelling alternative to brazing torches, oxy-acetylene equipment, and other flame-based heating techniques — safer in operation, more economical to run, more precise in application, and more appropriate for the modern professional workshop environment where fire risk management, proximity to sensitive vehicle components, and operational efficiency are all critical considerations.

40% More Power Than the IHT-11 — When Extra Thermal Capacity Matters

The step from the 1250W IHT-11 to the 1750W IHT-15 represents a 40% increase in input power — a meaningful difference in real-world workshop performance. That additional power translates directly into faster temperature rise in target components, greater thermal penetration into larger cross-section ferrous parts, and the ability to sustain effective heating over longer continuous working periods without the tool requiring extended cooling pauses.

For the majority of routine automotive workshop tasks — seized wheel nuts, corroded exhaust fasteners, standard suspension bolts — the IHT-11's 1250W output is entirely adequate. But for heavier-duty applications — large diameter bearing races on commercial vehicles, heavily corroded subframe mounting points on older vehicles, thick-section steel fabrications, agricultural and plant machinery components, and any situation where the thermal mass of the target component demands more sustained heat input — the IHT-15's additional power delivers noticeably better results and significantly improved working speed.

The IHT-15 is therefore the preferred choice for workshops dealing with a broader range of vehicle and equipment types, including heavier commercial vehicles, agricultural machinery, plant equipment, and older vehicles where corrosion is more extensive and component masses are greater.

Safer and More Economical Than Brazing Torches and Flame Heating

One of the most compelling arguments for the IHT-15 — and induction heating technology in general — is its fundamental safety advantage over flame-based heating methods. The IHT-15 generates heat through electromagnetic induction within the ferrous metal component itself, with no naked flame, no combustion, and no open heat source of any kind. The practical safety benefits of this technology in a professional workshop context are substantial and wide-ranging:

No Naked Flame — The single most significant safety advantage. Workshops contain flammable materials — fuel, lubricants, brake fluid, cleaning solvents, and rubber components — in abundance. Open flame heating in this environment carries inherent fire and explosion risk that induction heating eliminates entirely. The IHT-15 can be used with confidence in enclosed workshop bays, adjacent to fuel system components, and near recently degreased surfaces that may still carry solvent residue.

No Risk to Adjacent Components — Gas torch heating is indiscriminate. Heat spreads from the target component to everything in the surrounding area — wiring looms, rubber bushes, brake hoses, plastic clips, painted surfaces, and ABS sensors all sit within the torch's thermal radius and are all at risk. The IHT-15's electromagnetic field is precisely bounded by the coil geometry, concentrating heat within the target component and leaving adjacent materials unaffected. A technician can heat a seized hub nut with the IHT-15 whilst a brake hose sits millimetres away, completely unharmed.

No Gas Bottle Hire or Consumable Costs — Brazing torches and oxy-acetylene equipment require ongoing gas supply — bottles that must be hired, transported, stored safely, and replaced when empty. These costs are ongoing, non-trivial, and carry their own storage and handling compliance requirements. The IHT-15 runs from a standard 230V mains supply — no gas, no bottles, no hire charges, and no specialist storage requirements. The operating cost is simply the electricity consumed, which is substantially lower than the equivalent gas cost for the same heating work.

No Oxygen Depletion — Combustion-based heating consumes oxygen and produces combustion by-products including carbon monoxide. In enclosed or poorly ventilated workshop spaces this creates a genuine health hazard. The IHT-15 produces no combustion by-products whatsoever, making it inherently safer for use in the enclosed workshop environments where most professional technicians work.

Ease of Use — Professional Results Without Specialist Skills

One of the most practically important qualities of the IHT-15 is its accessibility. Gas torch heating — particularly oxy-acetylene work — requires training, practice, and ongoing competence to use safely and effectively. Applying the right amount of heat to the right location with a gas torch is a skill that takes time to develop, and mistakes can be costly — overheated components, damaged surrounding parts, and fire incidents are all consequences of incorrect torch technique.

The IHT-15 removes this skills barrier entirely. Operation is straightforward: select the appropriate coil from the four supplied, install it, position it over or around the ferrous component to be heated, and activate the unit. The electromagnetic field does the work — heating the target component rapidly and consistently without requiring the operator to judge flame distance, adjust gas flow, or manage heat spread manually. Any professional technician can use the IHT-15 effectively from the first application, with no specialist training required beyond reading the operating instructions.

Four Shaped Induction Coils — Comprehensive Application Flexibility

The IHT-15 is supplied with four different shaped induction coils, each optimised for a specific range of component geometries and access configurations. This variety of coil shapes is what gives the IHT-15 its breadth of application across the full range of workshop heating tasks:

Different coil profiles are suited to flat surface heating, encircling cylindrical components such as bolts, studs, and shafts, working inside bearing bores and races, accessing recessed or restricted fastener locations, and heating larger flat or irregular ferrous surfaces in fabrication and engineering applications. Having four coil geometries available means the IHT-15 can always be deployed with the most efficient configuration for the specific task — maximising heat transfer efficiency, minimising heating time, and ensuring the best possible results across every application.

Hardwearing Carry Case — Professional Organisation and Portability

The hardwearing carry case supplied with the IHT-15 serves multiple important functions beyond simple storage. It keeps the tool unit, all four coils, and associated components organised in a single protective package — ensuring nothing is lost or damaged between uses, and that the complete kit is always available when needed. The carry case also makes the IHT-15 genuinely portable — easy to move between workshop bays, to transport to on-site jobs, or to store securely when not in use.

For a tool of this power level and professional specification, the quality of the carry case reflects the overall positioning of the product. This is not a flimsy plastic box — it is a hardwearing case designed to protect a professional investment through years of workshop use.

IHT-15 vs IHT-11 — Choosing the Right Induction Heater

Both the IHT-11 and IHT-15 are professional induction heating tools sharing the same core technology and operating principles. The choice between them comes down to the power demands of the applications most commonly encountered:

The IHT-11 at 1250W is the right choice for workshops primarily dealing with standard passenger vehicle work — routine automotive servicing, MOT preparation, and general car and light van maintenance where component sizes and masses are within the standard range.

The IHT-15 at 1750W is the preferred choice for workshops dealing with a wider range of vehicle and equipment types, including larger passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, older vehicles with extensive corrosion, agricultural machinery, plant equipment, and any application requiring faster heat-up times or greater thermal penetration on heavier components.

For the highest volume professional workshops and those dealing with the heaviest commercial and industrial applications, both tools may earn a place in the toolkit — the IHT-11 handling standard work efficiently and the IHT-15 deployed for the most demanding jobs.

Technical Specification:

Typical Professional Workshop Applications:

• Seized wheel bearing and hub assembly removal on cars, vans, and light commercials
• Corroded exhaust manifold stud, nut, and bolt removal
• Subframe, suspension, and steering component seized fastener extraction
• CV joint, driveshaft, and differential component separation
• Seized caliper bolts and brake component removal
• Engine and gearbox mounting bolt extraction
• Agricultural and plant machinery seized fastener removal
• Commercial vehicle chassis and body fastener extraction
• Fabrication and engineering applications requiring localised ferrous metal heating
• Any professional application where flame heating is impractical, unsafe, or insufficiently precise

Key Features:

• 1750W (1.75kW) professional induction heating tool — 40% more power than the IHT-11
• Safer than brazing torches and flame heating — no naked flame, no combustion, no fire risk
• More economical than gas-based methods — no gas bottle hire or consumable costs
• Runs from standard 230V mains supply — no specialist power requirements
• Precise, localised heating — adjacent rubber, plastic, and wiring components unaffected
• No specialist skills required — easy to use straight from the box
• Four shaped induction coils supplied — comprehensive application flexibility
• Hardwearing carry case — all components organised, protected, and portable
• Designed for professional technicians in garages, workshops, and engineering facilities
• Heats ferrous metal components only — aluminium, copper, and brass unaffected
• Product Code: IHT-15
• Brand: Draper Expert

Suitable For: Professional automotive technicians, mechanical engineers, MOT and service workshops, commercial vehicle workshops, vehicle restoration specialists, agricultural and plant machinery engineers, heavy vehicle technicians, fabricators, and any professional workshop environment requiring safe, rapid, and precise heating of seized or corroded ferrous metal components. Particularly recommended for workshops dealing with larger vehicles, older vehicles, commercial vehicles, and agricultural or plant equipment where greater thermal capacity is required. Not suitable for heating non-ferrous metals including aluminium, copper, or brass.