The Robertshaw® Carbide Series Hot Surface Ignitors deliver dependable ignition in heating systems of every description: furnaces, boilers, rooftop heaters, infrared burners, unit heaters, water heaters, and many other types of HVAC equipment. Features and Benefits Made from high-purity recrystallized silicon carbide. (Crystar™) which combines physical and thermal strength with stable electrical properties. Designed to reach ignition temperature(s) within 17 seconds. Have 18-gauge nickel chrome lead wires embedded and metalized in place for maximum holding strength and electrical conductivity. Manufactured with lead wires enclosed in a special high-temperature fiberglass insulation providing electrical protection. Operate at 120V AC. Some modules are rated for 208/240V input, however, the voltage to the ignitor is stepped down to 120V AC.