Western Tydens Spark Arresters are designed specifically for preventing the risk of fire due to the ignition of flammable materials, caused by spark emissions from the exhausts of internal combustion engines. The risk of fire caused by exhaust sparks is so high that access to many sites is barred unless engines are fitted with spark arresters, and many countries have legislation to this effect. The risk is greatest with diesel engines, where carbon deposits can build up and be ignited. The high ratio of oxygen which is present in the exhaust pipe (when the engine goes off load) maintains the ignition of partially burnt carbon particles which are then discharged as highly dangerous sparks.
Western Tydens Spark Arresters are ATEX approved and are designed on the centrifugal principle, which has the effect of spinning the live carbon particles in the exhaust gas at high velocity against the outer casing, where they are retained until burnt, rendering them inert before discharge. This advanced unit design in all of our ranges is robust and maintenance free and avoids the problems of blocking and burning out associated with mesh and gauze type designs.

Perfect for logging and construction equipment, agricultural machinery, over-the-road trucks, airport equipment and military vehicles, Nelson's lightweight Spark Arresters/Silencers safely remove nearly all dangerous sparks from exhaust gas. Constructed of durable aluminized steel/mild steel, our line of spark arresters feature a unique vane arrangement designed to resist heat and vibrantion, while reducing noise. Fully welded construction provides Maximum strength and prolongs service life, while perforated tube and resonator chambers reduce noise without restricting exhaust gas flow. Choose from a variety of models that can be mounted vertically or horizontally.
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