The MAGIC FX SPARXTAR is a professional, DMX-controlled “cold spark” machine designed to produce firework-like fountain effects (gerbs) safely without traditional pyrotechnics. It is widely used in TV studios, theaters, and indoor events because it produces minimal noise and requires no fireworks license.
Key Performance Specifications:
According to official manuals and expert suppliers like SFX Supplies, the machine offers the following technical capabilities:
- Output Height: Adjustable from 2 to 5 meters.
- Response Time: Extremely fast with no delay on cue, unlike competitors that may have a several-second lag.
- Tilt Range: The unit is tiltable from -45 to +45 degrees, allowing for angled effects.
- Duration: A full hopper (200g of powder) provides approximately 10 minutes of full effect, though continuous firing is limited to 40 seconds per burst for safety.
- Control: Operates via DMX512-A and RDM (Remote Device Management) for configuration and status monitoring.
Safety and Design Features:
The SPARXTAR is built with several advanced safety protocols to ensure it can be used in close proximity to performers and audiences:
- Cold Spark Technology: Uses a special metal powder (titanium granulate) that creates sparks that are safe to touch and do not present a fire risk.
- Internal Sensors: Equipped with tilt detection, temperature limit safety, and blocked output detection to automatically stop the effect if a fault occurs.
- Low Noise: Features high-quality German EBM Papst fans, making it significantly quieter than many other spark machines.
- No Card System: Unlike some competitors (e.g., Showven Sparkular), it does not require a proprietary RFID card system to “unlock” powder usage.
