Base

Base

The two diametrically opposed cylindrical extensions, or bases, serve to mechanically support the xenon lamps during system installation, as well as to provide a means for electrical connection. Inside the ferrule, or base, is a flexible lead wire that eliminates any possibility of stress or strain between the electrode shaft and the ferrule. The ferrules are attached to the quartz envelope using a unique carbon-graphite tape and passivated compression ring. For installation, the ferrules either have a threaded pin, cable, or non-threaded pin. All of LTI’s ferrules are nickel-plated to ensure good electrical contact, thermal contact, and to prevent oxidation. The ferrules have polarity cutouts to assist in installation and to facilitate cooling. A metal pin or cable, or a combination of these, is attached to one or both bases.



		Base The two diametrically opposed cylindrical extensions, or bases, serve to mechanically support the xenon lamps during system installation, as well as to provide a means for electrical connection. Inside the ferrule, or base, is a flexible lead wire that eliminates any possibility of stress or strain between the electrode shaft and the ferrule. The ferrules are attached to the quartz envelope using a unique carbon-graphite tape and passivated compression ring. For installation, the ferrules either have a threaded pin, cable, or non-threaded pin. All of LTI’s ferrules are nickel-plated to ensure good electrical contact, thermal contact, and to prevent oxidation. The ferrules have polarity cutouts to assist in installation and to facilitate cooling. A metal pin or cable, or a combination of these, is attached to one or both bases.