Spark Arrestor

A spark arrestor is a device very commonly used in many industries and workshops where that helps during any work that is related to fire. When it comes to welding, having a spark arrestor in your workshop is a must and can always come in handy.

This device prevents the emission of inflammable debris from any combustible materials like a fireplace, wood, engines, and other internal combustion appliances. These spark arrestors have been used in the United States since the 1800s and they were later used in engines and boilers in around 1905. Spark arrestors are divided into two major categories namely ‘Multi-Position Small Engine (MSE) and General Purpose (GP).

The Multi-Position Small Engine ones are used mainly in engines and handheld appliances like a chain-saw, trimmer, blower, and brush cutters. The general purpose spark arrestors are used in tractors, motorcycles, and trains which have a single-positioned engine. The most commonly available ones are traps, screens, and discs. Sparks commonly occur in welding, grinding and cutting processes. The spark arrestor denies the maximum amount of spark produced in a dust collector and other equipment.

The spark is produced due to three major factors namely fuel source, oxygen and ignition source that catches fire and spread like wildfire too easily if there are dust particles around them. These fires can cause a catastrophic damage to your industry and also ignite the production lines.