Let’s cut to the chase. The Sidel SBO 16 Series 2 IR heater bulb is built for one thing and one thing only: throwing serious, focused heat right where you need it inside a blow molding machine. We designed it to be a straight swap for most systems out there. Plug it in, and you’re good to go. No more being held hostage by brand-specific parts.
Power and size, in plain terms
This unit runs at 400V and 2500W. That’s a lot of heat packed into a 300mm tube. It’s exactly what you need to get PET preforms hot fast, without turning the rest of the machine into a furnace. The 400V setup is a smart trade-off. It lowers the current running through the wiring, but it does mean your machine’s electrical system needs to be up to the task. And the size? It’s built to drop right into standard reflector setups, so you get the power without having to rework the whole heating section.
Why quartz and an R7s connector?
We went with a quartz envelope because it can take the heat—again and again. It handles the shock of repeated cycles and keeps the output steady, even after thousands of starts and stops. Inside, the shortwave halogen element means you get near-instant heat and tight control over the temperature. Then there’s the R7s connector. It’s the industry standard, and that’s the point. It lets this bulb slip right into the sockets on most blow molding machines, so you don’t need adapter plates or a rewiring project.
What this means for you on the floor
On the plant floor, this setup translates to quicker changeovers and fewer headaches. The wiring matches the original, and the heat output stays consistent, so your cycle times don’t drift. It’s built to handle the relentless on-off of 24/7 production. Just keep one thing in mind: at 2500W, the machine chassis is going to feel the heat. So make sure the cooling system is in good shape to prevent overheating. The payoff? A dependable heat source that meets the specs and keeps the line moving—with less fuss and less downtime.