Wayne Combustion 14289 Cad Cell
The Wayne Combustion 14289 Cad Cell is a direct OEM replacement flame sensor designed for high-performance oil burner applications, including M, MSR, MH, ERA, EH, HS, and EHASR series models. Featuring a 15-inch lead and a pre-installed 17 bracket, this cadmium sulfide (CdS) photoconductive detector provides critical visual flame monitoring for primary safety controls. It is engineered to drop resistance below 1600 ohms upon sensing a stable yellow or white flame, effectively signaling the control to maintain the combustion cycle while preventing hazardous unburned fuel accumulation.
Built for the high-heat environment of the burner air tube, this cad cell flame sensor ensures precise detection of the burner arc and subsequent flame. For technicians troubleshooting lockout issues, this 14289 sensor is compatible with common oil primary controls like the Honeywell C554A, R8184, and R7284 series. Its robust construction and hermetically sealed glass-to-metal cell housing prevent environmental deterioration, ensuring long-term reliability in light-sensitive ignition circuits.
Key Benefits
- Direct OEM Compatibility: Specifically designed for Wayne Combustion M and EH series burners, ensuring exact fit and manufacturer-specified electrical response.
- Enhanced Safety Logic: Provides immediate feedback to the primary control, preventing fuel pump operation if no flame is detected during the trial for ignition.
- Optimized Installation: Ships with 15" leads and a standard 17 bracket for fast replacement in tight air tube configurations.
- Stable Resistance Performance: Maintains high dark resistance (>20,000 ohms) and low light resistance (300-1000 ohms) for reliable burner sequencing and reduced residential nuisance lockouts.
Common Questions
What causes a cad cell to fail or trip the safety lockout?
Lockouts are typically caused by soot buildup on the photo eye, a misaligned 17 bracket that prevents a clear view of the flame, or internal resistance drifting above 1600 ohms during the run cycle. Regularly cleaning the cell and checking the lead connections to the F-F terminals can prevent these issues.
Can I use the Wayne 14289 on a gas burner system?
No. Cadmium sulfide cells are designed to sense the visible light spectrum of yellow/white oil flames. Gas flames (which are blue or transparent) require infrared or ultraviolet flame rods and probes, not cad cells.
How do I test if the 14289 cad cell is functioning correctly?
With the burner running, use an ohmmeter to check resistance across the yellow leads. A healthy reading should be between 300 and 1000 ohms. If the reading is infinite or consistently above 1600 ohms while a bright flame is present, the sensor requires replacement.
Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, product data and specifications are subject to change. Please contact our team to confirm compatibility or technical details before purchasing.
Wayne Combustion 14289 Cad Cell
The Wayne Combustion 14289 Cad Cell is a direct OEM replacement flame sensor designed for high-performance oil burner applications, including M, MSR, MH, ERA, EH, HS, and EHASR series models. Featuring a 15-inch lead and a pre-installed 17 bracket, this cadmium sulfide (CdS) photoconductive detector provides critical visual flame monitoring for primary safety controls. It is engineered to drop resistance below 1600 ohms upon sensing a stable yellow or white flame, effectively signaling the control to maintain the combustion cycle while preventing hazardous unburned fuel accumulation.
Built for the high-heat environment of the burner air tube, this cad cell flame sensor ensures precise detection of the burner arc and subsequent flame. For technicians troubleshooting lockout issues, this 14289 sensor is compatible with common oil primary controls like the Honeywell C554A, R8184, and R7284 series. Its robust construction and hermetically sealed glass-to-metal cell housing prevent environmental deterioration, ensuring long-term reliability in light-sensitive ignition circuits.
Key Benefits
- Direct OEM Compatibility: Specifically designed for Wayne Combustion M and EH series burners, ensuring exact fit and manufacturer-specified electrical response.
- Enhanced Safety Logic: Provides immediate feedback to the primary control, preventing fuel pump operation if no flame is detected during the trial for ignition.
- Optimized Installation: Ships with 15" leads and a standard 17 bracket for fast replacement in tight air tube configurations.
- Stable Resistance Performance: Maintains high dark resistance (>20,000 ohms) and low light resistance (300-1000 ohms) for reliable burner sequencing and reduced residential nuisance lockouts.
Common Questions
What causes a cad cell to fail or trip the safety lockout?
Lockouts are typically caused by soot buildup on the photo eye, a misaligned 17 bracket that prevents a clear view of the flame, or internal resistance drifting above 1600 ohms during the run cycle. Regularly cleaning the cell and checking the lead connections to the F-F terminals can prevent these issues.
Can I use the Wayne 14289 on a gas burner system?
No. Cadmium sulfide cells are designed to sense the visible light spectrum of yellow/white oil flames. Gas flames (which are blue or transparent) require infrared or ultraviolet flame rods and probes, not cad cells.
How do I test if the 14289 cad cell is functioning correctly?
With the burner running, use an ohmmeter to check resistance across the yellow leads. A healthy reading should be between 300 and 1000 ohms. If the reading is infinite or consistently above 1600 ohms while a bright flame is present, the sensor requires replacement.
Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, product data and specifications are subject to change. Please contact our team to confirm compatibility or technical details before purchasing.
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Description
The Wayne Combustion 14289 Cad Cell is a direct OEM replacement flame sensor designed for high-performance oil burner applications, including M, MSR, MH, ERA, EH, HS, and EHASR series models. Featuring a 15-inch lead and a pre-installed 17 bracket, this cadmium sulfide (CdS) photoconductive detector provides critical visual flame monitoring for primary safety controls. It is engineered to drop resistance below 1600 ohms upon sensing a stable yellow or white flame, effectively signaling the control to maintain the combustion cycle while preventing hazardous unburned fuel accumulation.
Built for the high-heat environment of the burner air tube, this cad cell flame sensor ensures precise detection of the burner arc and subsequent flame. For technicians troubleshooting lockout issues, this 14289 sensor is compatible with common oil primary controls like the Honeywell C554A, R8184, and R7284 series. Its robust construction and hermetically sealed glass-to-metal cell housing prevent environmental deterioration, ensuring long-term reliability in light-sensitive ignition circuits.
Key Benefits
- Direct OEM Compatibility: Specifically designed for Wayne Combustion M and EH series burners, ensuring exact fit and manufacturer-specified electrical response.
- Enhanced Safety Logic: Provides immediate feedback to the primary control, preventing fuel pump operation if no flame is detected during the trial for ignition.
- Optimized Installation: Ships with 15" leads and a standard 17 bracket for fast replacement in tight air tube configurations.
- Stable Resistance Performance: Maintains high dark resistance (>20,000 ohms) and low light resistance (300-1000 ohms) for reliable burner sequencing and reduced residential nuisance lockouts.
Common Questions
What causes a cad cell to fail or trip the safety lockout?
Lockouts are typically caused by soot buildup on the photo eye, a misaligned 17 bracket that prevents a clear view of the flame, or internal resistance drifting above 1600 ohms during the run cycle. Regularly cleaning the cell and checking the lead connections to the F-F terminals can prevent these issues.
Can I use the Wayne 14289 on a gas burner system?
No. Cadmium sulfide cells are designed to sense the visible light spectrum of yellow/white oil flames. Gas flames (which are blue or transparent) require infrared or ultraviolet flame rods and probes, not cad cells.
How do I test if the 14289 cad cell is functioning correctly?
With the burner running, use an ohmmeter to check resistance across the yellow leads. A healthy reading should be between 300 and 1000 ohms. If the reading is infinite or consistently above 1600 ohms while a bright flame is present, the sensor requires replacement.
Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, product data and specifications are subject to change. Please contact our team to confirm compatibility or technical details before purchasing.
