A Better Way to Handle Your Sidel SBO 4/6 Lamps
If you run a PET blowing line, you know the drill. Lamps burn out. It’s a constant headache that slows everything down. That’s why we built our replacement IR lamps to be as universal as possible. They fit the Sidel SBO 4/6, but honestly, they work with about 95% of the blow-molding gear out there. We didn’t just want them to “fit”—we wanted them to match the electrical and physical footprint exactly. No guesswork. Just a perfect fit for high-speed heating. Getting the heat just right Here is the thing about Sidel SBO systems: you need a very specific balance of wattage and voltage. If it’s off, you either don’t hit that glass transition temperature or you end up scorching the preform. We use a high-density tungsten filament inside high-purity quartz. Because we calibrated the voltage to match OEM specs, the heat stays steady across the whole tube. You get a stable heat profile, which means you stop seeing those annoying thin spots in your bottle walls. No rewiring, no fuss We went with a halogen-filled quartz envelope. This keeps the tungsten from sticking to the glass, so your lamps don’t dim or lose power as they age. The best part? These are true drop-in replacements. Whether your machine is a newer model or an older vintage, we use standard R7s or Sk15 connectors. You won’t have to mess with your oven wiring or mod your lamp holders. You just pull the dead one out, pop the new one in, and get back to work. One quick tip for your gear These high-wattage shortwave lamps put out a ton of energy in a tiny space. That’s how you get those fast cycle times we all want. But there’s a catch. All that heat puts a lot of pressure on your oven’s ventilation. If your cooling fans are clogged with dust or the airflow is blocked, these lamps are going to run too hot and burn out way faster than they should. Keep your airflow clear. Your quartz will last much longer, and your life will be a lot easier.