Cobra Firing Systems - 18M Module

Manuals & Usage Instructions

Product Specifications

  • Dimensions 20.92cm x 16.43cm x 4.16cm
    8.24” x 6.47” x 1.64”
  • Keypad Backlit fire-retardant silicone
  • Enclosure Material Impact resistant and fire-retardant ABS
  • Power 3x 9V batteries
  • Battery longevity 20h sleep / 8hrs active
  • Antenna +5 dBm 8.5" Omnidirectional
    Rubber Duck Antenna
  • Radio compliance FCC CE, IC certified
    (ID: U90-SM220)
  • Frequency 2.4 ghz
  • Range 500m (1,650 ft) direct line of sight range w/ built-in link quality detection
  • Extendable Range with MESH Technology +450m (1,500 ft) per device (up to a total of 10 hops per device)
  • Encryption IEEE Mac Address / Encrypted Data
  • Firmware version 6.02
  • Number of channels 200
  • Number of cues (per module) 18
  • Firing accuracy 1/100th second
  • Onboard terminals Mini Speaker Terminals
  • Max clip on igniters per cue 2 (Paralel)
  • Max MJG igniters per cue 8 (Parallel)
    5 (Series)

Rent starting from $50.00 per day*

Available for rent canada wide - contact us for a quote

*weekly/monthly rental rates available

The 18M is a compact and rugged 18-cue firing module that functions universally with the 18R and 18R2 Controller and is perfect for both indoor and harsh outdoor environments. Each cue is capable of firing up to 8 series-wired e-matches, or 5 parallel-wired e-matches or 2 parallel-wired Clip-On Igniters per cue.


The 18M is a compact and rugged 18-cue firing module that functions universally with the 18R and 18R2 Controller and is perfect for both indoor and harsh outdoor environments. Each cue is capable of firing up to 8 series-wired e-matches, or 5 parallel-wired e-matches or 2 parallel-wired Clip-On Igniters per cue.

Each firing module can be set to one of 100 unique channels (200 unique channels on firmware 6.0.0 or higher) by simply pressing the + and - buttons on the module. Then, using the 18R or 18R2 Controller channel controls, you can fire any modules on the same channel. You can fire unlimited modules at the exact same time by setting them to the same channel.

This version of the 18M comes with 3 Onboard Cue Strips. For more information on onboard cues, please watch Cobra's Onboard Cues video.

Rental includes:

  • 18M Module
  • 9V Batteries
  • Antenna
  • Armoured Case or Silicone Boot Cover

You may also need:

  • Additional 9V Batteries
  • 18R Controller
  • Igniters

Reserve your gear today, availability is limited.

Our SFX rental gear is allocated on a first come, first served basis, taking into account transit times to and from your location if you are not located in the Calgary area. Call us at 403-201-9975, or use the form below to request this gear (Cobra Firing Systems - 18M Module) for your event or project. Someone from our team will contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability and get your rental reservation setup. Please note a deposit of 50% of your rental fee is required to secure your reservation.

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Please note:By declining our technician service, you may be required to provide proof of necessary license(s), insurance, and/or other credentials before being permitted to rent this equipment. Restricted rentals are for qualified customers only. Customers who do not meet our requirements will require a technician to attend your event.

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