The Ideal Blasting Tactical Initiator is exceptionally lightweight and engineered to endure the most demanding field conditions. Use with both electric & shock tube (nonel). Designed for critical operational environments, it combines durability with advanced functionality, capable of withstanding mission-critical stress, impact, and environmental extremes without compromise. Its onboard processor provides operational flexibility and delivers precise, timely feedback to the user. Power management is optimized to ensure readiness and maximum output when activated, even when operating on a marginal battery. Compact enough to fit comfortably on a chest rig or belt, the S-1 is designed for fast, intuitive use—even while wearing gloves. Impervious to dust, sand, dirt, debris, and extreme temperatures, it remains mission-ready in any environment. This is an Ideal Blasting Supply exclusive initiator. Sole source letters are available upon request.
Case Height: 5.6" (142.2 mm) to top of binding posts
Case Height: 4.855" (123.3 mm) case only
Width: 1.365" (34.6 mm) and 1.95" (49.5 mm) variable profile
Thickness: 1.15" (29.2 mm)
Weight: 7.25 oz (205 g) with battery
Waterproofing: Electronics hermetically sealed (IP68+)
Battery Compartment: IP68 rated
Output: 385 VDC at 11 Joules
Charge time: approximately 1.8 – 2.2 seconds
Battery Source: COTS 9V
Binding Posts: shunted for safety
Electric: 2 easy-load push-down binding posts with gripping wire retention
Non-Electric: 1 long-life replaceable STC (Shock Tube Connector)
The default STC is designed for MDI (0.118) shock tube; other sizes available on request.
Attach the firing circuit to the output binding posts.
Continuity check via Operations LED (Op Light):
≤250 Ω: Steady green (1.5A min output)
251–500 Ω: Flashing green (0.75A min output)
500 Ω: No green; defaults to Non-Electric mode
Arm by pressing Charge.
Steady amber Op Light + pulsing haptic = charging.
Battery test (≈0.2 s after Charge is depressed):
Green: Good
Amber: Marginal; charge time may be affected; plan to replace
Red: Charge time affected; replace as soon as practicable
Flashing red = emergency use.
When Armed (steady Op Light + steady haptic), press Fire while holding Charge to initiate.
Activate: Hold Fire, press Charge 3× within 5s. LEDs flash red alternately.
Operation: LEDs off, haptics remain active; 1-second vibration indicates continuity.
Deactivate: Hold Fire, press Charge 3× within 5s; LEDs flash green alternately.
Program light quickly blinks red/green when Charge is pressed.
If Fire is depressed during charging before armed: charging stops,
Op Light alternates red/green, charge retained but not increased.
If Op Light is not steadily flashing green before depressing Charge,
the S-1 will fire the Non-Electric output when armed and Fire is pressed.
This is an Ideal Blasting Supply exclusive initiator. Sole source letters are available upon request.
