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I-25 Mercury Ignitron

Available on request Taylor / Richardson I-25

Mercury-pool ignitron rated at 35 kV and 3000 A peak for medium-to-heavy industrial resistance welding and high-power switching applications.

Peak Anode Voltage
35 kV
Peak Current
3000 A
Tube Type
Ignitron
Average Current
40 A
Worldwide shipping Cross-reference support Grunius BV · Groningen, NL

About the I-25

The I-25 is a ignitron manufactured by Taylor / Richardson. Mercury-pool ignitron rated at 35 kV and 3000 A peak for medium-to-heavy industrial resistance welding and high-power switching applications.

Key ratings of the I-25 include tube type Ignitron, peak anode voltage 35 kV, peak current 3000 A, average current 40 A and coolant Water.

Typical applications are resistance spot welding, projection welding, industrial press welding and high-power inverter protection. Notable features: 3000 A peak current, 35 kV voltage class, between I-167 and I-23 power and water-cooled jacket.

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-25 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 Voltage35 kV
Peak Current3000 A
Average Current40 A
CoolantWater

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

  • Resistance spot welding
  • Projection welding
  • Industrial press welding
  • High-power inverter protection

Key features

  • 3000 A peak current
  • 35 kV voltage class
  • Between I-167 and I-23 power
  • Water-cooled jacket
  • Industry-standard welding tube

Frequently asked questions

What is the I-25?

The I-25 is a ignitron manufactured by Taylor / Richardson. Mercury-pool ignitron rated at 35 kV and 3000 A peak for medium-to-heavy industrial resistance welding and high-power switching applications.

What are the specifications of the I-25?

Tube Type: Ignitron; Peak Anode Voltage: 35 kV; Peak Current: 3000 A; Average Current: 40 A; Coolant: Water.

What is the I-25 used for?

The I-25 is used in resistance spot welding, projection welding, industrial press welding and high-power inverter protection.

What are alternatives or related parts to the I-25?

Related and comparable parts include I-23, I-167, GS-31B, GS-12, TGI1-1000-25 and TGI1-2000-35. Contact PartnerTubes to confirm interchangeability for your equipment.

Where can I buy the I-25?

The I-25 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-25 or email info@partnertubes.com.