KromschroderBurner Controls

Kromschroder IFD258-5/1W Flame Detector

Technical specs, application notes, replacement checks, and related model references.

Product Overview

The Kromschroder IFD258-5/1W is an advanced automatic burner control unit engineered for the safe ignition, monitoring, and control of industrial gas burners. Developed under the Elster/Honeywell Thermal Solutions portfolio, it provides continuous operation capabilities for directly ignited or pilot-ignited burners. Its authoritative microprocessor-based architecture ensures precise sequencing and flame supervision, adapting to complex multi-burner systems. Fully compliant with EN 298 and CE certified, it is a definitive standard in metallurgical, ceramic, and high-temperature processing industries.

Key Features

  • Component Type: Automatic Burner Control Unit
  • Application: Continuous and intermittent operation of industrial gas burners
  • Safety Architecture: Microprocessor-controlled with comprehensive self-diagnostics
  • Approvals: CE certified according to EN 298, SIL 3 capable (depending on setup)
  • Display/Interface: Integrated LED/LCD status display for rapid fault diagnostics

Technical Specifications

Operating Voltage

230 V AC / 115 V AC (Model Dependent)

Protection Class

IP 54

Mains Frequency

50/60 Hz

Safety Time

Adjustable (e.g. 3s, 5s, 10s)

Flame Sensor

Ionization or UV (UVS/UVC)

Selection Notes & Data Verification

The IFD258-5/1W page is structured for engineering comparison: confirm the product type, firing range, fuel type, operating mode, electrical supply, and safety approvals against the manufacturer datasheet before specifying the burner or component.

Burner.wiki normalizes product data for discovery and comparison, but final selection should account for combustion chamber backpressure, local emission limits, control sequence requirements, and site commissioning conditions.

Typical Applications

Industrial Boilers
Process Heating
Furnaces & Kilns
Thermal Oxidizers

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Related Knowledge

FAQ

What is Kromschroder IFD258-5/1W used for?

Kromschroder IFD258-5/1W is referenced as a flame detector for industrial combustion systems. Verify the exact application against the burner documentation, control cabinet wiring, and manufacturer datasheet.

Can IFD258-5/1W replace another model?

Replacement depends on voltage, safety timing, wiring terminals, flame supervision method, mechanical fit, and local combustion safety requirements.

What should be checked before installing IFD258-5/1W?

Check supply voltage, burner sequence, fuel type, pressure or capacity range, detector compatibility, safety loop configuration, and the equipment nameplate before commissioning.

Documentation Note

Technical documentation should be verified against the manufacturer datasheet, burner cabinet wiring diagram, and equipment nameplate before installation or replacement.

Before replacement
  • Check supply voltage and frequency.
  • Confirm terminal layout and safety interlocks.
  • Verify flame detector or actuator compatibility.

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