Introduction
We built the Sidel SBO 2002406262 replacement lamp to slide right into your PET blowing line—same fit, same feel as the original. It was born for the preform heating stage, where the heat has to be steady and intense, every single time. This isn’t just another heater. It’s a purpose-built thermal partner, tuned to match your machine’s footprint and run with the same control logic you already trust.
The Details That Matter
Here’s the inside scoop. The Sidel SBO lamp runs at 2500W, typically on 400V. That high-voltage, high-power combo keeps the current lower for the wattage, which helps cut resistive losses in the wiring and connectors. The tube length is matched to the preform heating zone, so the heat lands exactly where it should—no overshoot, no cold spots. Even the arc length and envelope diameter are dialed in to sit clean with the reflector and focus that infrared energy right on target.
Built to Last
We chose a quartz envelope with a halogen fill gas. That halogen cycle keeps the inner wall clean at high temps, which means stable output and a longer life than standard IR lamps. Quartz handles rapid on/off cycling without flinching, and it stays highly transparent in the shortwave IR band. And the R7s double-ended connector? It gives you rigid, aligned contact that can carry high current without getting hot and resistant. In practice, that means a true plug-and-play replacement—no messing around.
What It Feels Like on the Line
On a PET blowing line, preforms need to hit a tight temperature window fast—and stay there. This lamp hits that mark quickly, then holds steady, which helps keep cycle times consistent and scrap low. Maintenance becomes easier, too, because it wires up just like the original. But let’s be real: at 2500W, you’re dealing with serious heat density, so your machine’s cooling and airflow need to be up to the task. If the cooling is undersized, heat builds up and shortens component life. We built this to match the quality of the original, so you can swap it in and get back to work—no re-engineering required.