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I-167 Mercury Ignitron

Available on request Taylor / Richardson I-167

Medium-size mercury-pool ignitron rated at 25 kV and 2000 A peak current for medium-power industrial switching and welding control systems.

Peak Anode Voltage
25 kV
Peak Current
2000 A
Tube Type
Ignitron
Average Current
30 A
Worldwide shipping Cross-reference support Grunius BV · Groningen, NL

About the I-167

The I-167 is a ignitron manufactured by Taylor / Richardson. Medium-size mercury-pool ignitron rated at 25 kV and 2000 A peak current for medium-power industrial switching and welding control systems.

Key ratings of the I-167 include tube type Ignitron, peak anode voltage 25 kV, peak current 2000 A, average current 30 A, coolant Water and mercury pool Integral cathode.

Typical applications are medium-power welding control, AC/DC power control, pulsed power modulators and industrial furnace control. Notable features: 2000 A peak current, 25 kV voltage rating, water-cooled operation and medium-duty ignitron.

Ignitrons are mercury-pool switch tubes able to conduct very high currents, used in capacitor-discharge pulsed power, welding control and crowbar protection circuits.

PartnerTubes supplies the I-167 worldwide from Groningen, the Netherlands — availability, lead time and price are confirmed per enquiry. Our team can help with equivalent and cross-reference types, sockets and accessories, and supply programmes for OEM and maintenance customers. Interchangeability must always be confirmed for the specific equipment.

Technical specifications

Tube TypeIgnitron
Peak Anode Voltage25 kV
Peak Current2000 A
Average Current30 A
CoolantWater
Mercury PoolIntegral cathode

Specifications are indicative and based on published manufacturer data. Always verify against the official datasheet and confirm suitability for your application before ordering.

Applications & features

Used in

  • Medium-power welding control
  • AC/DC power control
  • Pulsed power modulators
  • Industrial furnace control

Key features

  • 2000 A peak current
  • 25 kV voltage rating
  • Water-cooled operation
  • Medium-duty ignitron
  • Proven industrial design

Frequently asked questions

What is the I-167?

The I-167 is a ignitron manufactured by Taylor / Richardson. Medium-size mercury-pool ignitron rated at 25 kV and 2000 A peak current for medium-power industrial switching and welding control systems.

What are the specifications of the I-167?

Tube Type: Ignitron; Peak Anode Voltage: 25 kV; Peak Current: 2000 A; Average Current: 30 A; Coolant: Water; Mercury Pool: Integral cathode.

What is the I-167 used for?

The I-167 is used in medium-power welding control, AC/DC power control, pulsed power modulators and industrial furnace control.

What are alternatives or related parts to the I-167?

Related and comparable parts include I-23, I-25, TGI1-1000-25, GS-31B, GKh-12A and GS-12. Contact PartnerTubes to confirm interchangeability for your equipment.

Where can I buy the I-167?

The I-167 is available from PartnerTubes (Grunius BV, Groningen, Netherlands) with worldwide shipping. Availability and lead time are confirmed on request. Request a quote at https://www.partnertubes.com/contact/?part=I-167 or email info@partnertubes.com.