Cordless heat guns are handheld tools that generate high-temperature air and direct it through their nozzle to heat, dry, and soften materials. They accept compatible nozzle attachments to change the airflow. Also known as hot air guns, they are used to install heat shrink tubing, solder electronic components, shape PVC pipes, weld tarps, remove decals, strip paint, shrink wrap packages, activate adhesives, repair vehicle molding, thaw frozen locks, and more. Cordless heat guns operate in areas without access to wired power and provide short run times for field repair work and other small tasks. They run on brand-specific batteries, which fit different tools from the same manufacturer. Battery voltage and series must be compatible with the tool.