Stop Overpaying for Krones Contiform S Lamps
Let’s be honest: keeping a Krones Contiform S line running is expensive. Especially when you’re staring at the bill for OEM replacement parts. It feels like a shakedown. That’s why we make drop-in replacement infrared lamps. They do the exact same job as the name-brand versions—hitting that same thermal profile—but they won’t drain your budget.
The Technical Stuff (Made Simple)
These lamps have to work hard. They run on high-voltage circuits to get your PET preforms up to temperature fast. Depending on your oven, we usually spec these between 2000W and 3000W. High voltage is great because it keeps the lamps compact while pumping out the heat you need for those rapid cycles. But here is a pro tip:**check your transformer ratings before you swap them.**If the wattage doesn’t match, you’re just asking for a premature burnout.
Built to Last, Easy to Install
We use high-purity quartz glass. Why? Because these things go through a brutal cycle of heating up and cooling down, and cheap glass just cracks under that kind of stress. We also use a focused halogen fill. Instead of just scorching the surface of the plastic, this pushes the heat deeper into the material. As for the install, we use standard R7s or Sk15 connectors. You can just plug them into your existing sockets. No hacking, no modifying. Just make sure the fit is tight. A loose connection will arc, and before you know it, you’re melting your housing. Not a good look.
A Few Things to Watch Out For
These lamps put out a massive amount of heat. That’s great for your cycle times, but it’s tough on your cooling fans. If your vents are clogged with dust, the ambient heat builds up and kills the lamp’s lifespan. And while you’re in there changing the lamps,clean your reflectors. It seems like a small thing, but a dirty reflector can waste 20% of your IR energy. That forces the lamps to run hotter to make up the difference, which wears them out way faster. A quick wipe-down saves you a lot of money in the long run.