Introduction
We built these blow molding IR lamps to cover the whole Sidel family. From the older SBO machines to the brand new Matrix systems, we’ve got you covered. The whole point? Make it a straight swap. You pop it in, and it just works. No messing with the machine. No rewriting settings. You get steady, reliable heat, and your line keeps running.
Technical Deep-Dive
Inside, it’s all about a high-density halogen element, tucked inside a tough quartz tube. It heats up fast and stays steady, even when it’s cycling on and off all day. These are industrial-grade, through and through. You get serious wattage packed into a small space—just the kind of heat you need to get PET preforms up to temperature. And the size is spot-on, so it slips right into the reflector and socket. No shims. No fuss.
Material and Design
The quartz tube is built to take the shock of constant heating and cooling. The halogen fill inside keeps the output stable, so the lamp doesn’t fade on you over time. We also added a reflective coating on the outside to push the heat forward where it’s needed. That means more energy hits the preform, and less gets wasted heating up the machine frame. As for the connection, it’s designed to be a direct fit. Whether your machine uses an R7s, Sk15, or another standard industrial socket, this lamp plugs right in. You wire it up, and you’re running. No recalibration needed.
Application and Benefits
On the floor, what you’ll notice is a consistent heat profile across the preform wall. That helps keep cycle times steady and cuts down on scrap from uneven heating. And because the whole lineup is compatible, you can standardize on one lamp type across all your machines. That makes inventory and maintenance way simpler. Here’s the reality, though: this kind of heat density needs proper cooling and clean reflectors. Keep the lamp within its rated voltage, and keep the reflector free of dust and oil. Do that, and you’ll get predictable performance and a long service life.