The Jem Hydra is a multi-headed fog generator which gives you total flexibility in fog placement through a maximum of 16 individually DMX controlled output heads, all serviced by one centralized base.
Features
- Optional self-sealed connectors for easy service
- System is DMX controllable
- Pre-programmed stand-alone macros
- On-board control panel
- Optional multifunctional remote control
- Continuous output
- 700 m³/min fog output (per head)
- Produces high quality CO2 effect with our special formulated Pro Stream Simulation fluid
- Create variable smoke output
- 1500 W heat exchanger
- 2 x 25 liter fluid capacity
- Temperature control for different fluid options and applications
- Automatic tank changeover
- Low fluid sensing
- Central base allows heads to be positioned up to 300 meters apart
- Leak detection system
Specifications
Physical
Head:
Length: 440 mm (17.4 in.)
Width: 392 mm (15.5 in.)
Height: 167 mm (6.6 in.)
Dry Weight: 13.8 kg (30.5 lbs.)
Base:
Length: 664 mm (26.2 in.)
Width: 392 mm (15.5 in.)
Height: 939 mm (37.0 in.)
Dry weight: 35 kg (77.2 lbs.) incl. two empty 25 l drums
Performance
Max. fog output (approx.): 700 m3 per minute per head
Max. operating time at full output (approx.): 60 minutes (full 16-head system)
Operating time: Continuous, automatic level adjustment
Warm-up time (approx.): 9 minutes
Control and Programming
Control options: Onboard control panel, DMX
Instant or timer-controlled variable output
Output is proportional for all levels above 12%
DMX channels: 1 per head, maximum 16
Protocol: USITT DMX512/1990
Optional digital remote control: For limited control
Construction
Housing: Steel & aluminum
Heat exchanger: 1500 W, direct thermal protection
Fluid System
Fluid pump: Low pressure pump in Base Unit supplies constant 2.5 bar pressure
Pump (EP5) in Head Unit increases 2.5 bar inlet pressure to 16 bar
Solenoid valve in Head Unit for instant cut-off
Onboard fluid capacity: 2 x 25 l
Fluid consumption at peak output: 120 ml per minute per head
Installation
Orientation (Head): Any
Orientation (Base): Floor mount only (On wheels)
Connections
DMX data: 3-pin and 5-pin XLR sockets
Remote control: 3-pin locking XLR
Power cable entry (Base): 3-pin IEC male socket
Power cable entry (Head): Hard-wired
Electrical
AC power (EU models): 220-240 V nominal, 50 Hz
AC power (US models): 110-120 V nominal, 60 Hz
Main fuse (220-240 V power), Head Unit: 10 A
Main fuse (110-120 V power), Head Unit: 15 A
Main fuse (220-240 V power), Base Unit: 3.15 AT (slow blow)
Main fuse (110-120 V power), Base Unit: 6.3 AT (slow blow)
Typical Power and Current
Head Unit:
US model:
110 V, 60 Hz: 1093 W, 9.93 A
115 V, 60 Hz: 1195 W, 10.4 A
120 V, 60 Hz: 1301 W, 10.84 A
EU model:
220 V, 50 Hz: 1361 W, 6.18 A
230 V, 50 Hz: 1488 W, 6.47 A
240 V, 50 Hz: 1620 W, 6.8 A
Measurements made at nominal voltage. Allow for a deviation of +/- 10%.:
Base Unit:
US model:
110 V, 60 Hz: 228 W, 2.07 A
115 V, 60 Hz: 250 W, 2.17 A
120 V, 60 Hz: 272 W, 2.27 A
EU model:
220 V, 50 Hz: 210 W, 0.95 A
230 V, 50 Hz: 229 W, 1 A
240 V, 50 Hz: 250 W, 1.04 A
Measurements made at nominal voltage. Allow for a deviation of +/- 10%.:
Thermal
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta max.): 40° C
Exterior surface temperature, steady state: 50° C
Max. nozzle temperature: 200° C
Approvals
EU safety: EN 50 081-1, EN 50 082-1
EU safety: EN 60 335-1 (1995)

Included Items
Hard wired mains cable 2 m (head)
M8 x 13 mm safety eye (head): P/N 08131901
Fluid line 'tee' piece 10 mm x 10 mm x 6 mm (head): P/N 26460790
Fluid line 6 mm x 10 m (head): P/N 62520020
Container 25 l (x2): P/N 34300529
Fluid line 10 mm x 30 m (x2): P/N 14026021
Power cable 1.5 m IEC w/o end plug: P/N 11501012
Blanking plug 10 mm push In: P/N 26460740
Terminator, 3 pin male hydra: P/N 56250080
Terminator, 3 pin female hydra: P/N 56250090
User manual: P/N 35000194
Accessories
Pro Smoke Super (ZR Mix) fluid
Pro Smoke High Density (SP Mix) fluid
Regular DJ (DJ mix) fluid
Pro Steam Simulation (AA) fluid
I-fog fluid
Digital Multi-function Remote Control: P/N 92765026
Hydra Termination Plug (Male): P/N 56250080
Hydra Termination Plug (Female): P/N 56250090
Self-seal connector, 2 x 6 mm m/f, valved: P/N 92620007
Self-seal connector, 2 x 10 mm m/f, valved: P/N 92620008
30 m length of 10 mm tubing: P/N 92620010
Straight-through connector, 2 x 10 mm: P/N 92620009
Ordering Information
Jem Hydra Base Unit, 110 V: P/N 92250300
Jem Hydra Base Unit, 240 V: P/N 92250200
Jem Hydra Head Unit, 110 V: P/N 92250500
Jem Hydra Head Unit, 240 V: P/N 92250400
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