In the event of a collision, the crash sensors send an electrical impulse to the initiator, which starts the gas generators. The gas generators immediately deliver a large volume of gas into the airbags and simultaneously activate the retractor mechanisms for the seat belt pretensioners.

The hermetic glass-to-metal seals of the Electrovac Group protect the required initiator charge from changes in humidity or other harsh environmental conditions. The contact pins of the feedthroughs are selectively gold-plated to ensure excellent electrical contact.

Key specifications of the hermetic housings:

• Hermetically sealed 1E-8 mbar l/s
• Glass compression force up to 5000 N
• Conductor pull-out force up to 350 N
• Temperature resistance from -65°C to 230°C

Electrovac is one of the world’s leading suppliers to the international mobility industry. Highly automated production facilities and specialized testing equipment underscore Electrovac’s zero-defect strategy while guaranteeing production volumes of several hundred million quality glass feedthroughs every year. Our products ensure that the initial charge remains encapsulated and dry over a long service life.