Product Overview
FireTEK FTQ-16x64 Basic Module – 64 Channel Firing Power
High-Capacity, Professional-Grade Firing Module for Any Show Size
The FireTEK FTQ-16x64 is a powerful, feature-rich firing module designed to give you full control over your pyrotechnic displays. Engineered for precision and scalability, this module supports up to 64 channels using FireTEK’s unique rail expansion system, all while maintaining fast setup and reliable performance in any environment.
With real-time error detection, wireless mesh and 2-wire compatibility, and seamless integration with DMX, GPS, and timecode systems, the FTQ-16x64 delivers pro-level features in a compact and rugged package. Whether you’re producing a small local show or a large-scale pyromusical, this module ensures flawless cue execution, every time.
Key Features:
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64 Cue Capacity: Supports 64 independently fired channels with FireTEK rail systems.
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Flexible Networking: Operates via wireless mesh, physical 2-wire, or hybrid configuration.
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Real-Time Diagnostics: Built-in error detection and status reporting for ultimate control.
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DMX & Timecode Ready: Easily integrates with lighting, flame, and time-synced audio.
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Standalone or Networked: Functions as a master or slave device within a 99-module network.
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Rugged Build: Weather-resistant and fire-resistant housing for demanding environments.
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USB Rechargeable: Built-in lithium battery charged via USB—no disposable batteries needed.
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Easy Setup: Fast cue testing and syncing reduce setup time and operator stress.
Ideal For:
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Pyromusicals and timecode-driven shows
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Touring productions and multi-site displays
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Event producers needing scalable cue capacity
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Professionals who demand reliability and flexibility
Why FireTEK FTQ-16x64?
Designed for shooters who need performance without compromise, the FTQ-16x64 provides advanced features, dependable firing, and field-proven durability—making it one of the most trusted modules in the world of professional fireworks and special effects.
(!) The Pro module does NOT include the small RF Remote and External Trigger. If desired, it can be added as an option.
fireTEK DMX provides direct control from the module for DMX flames, lights, lasers, CO2, and other devices.
Specifications:
NUMBER OF CHANNELS:
Pyro: 64 Pyro Channels (4 rails with 16 channels each connected via standard UTP cable).
DMX*: 128 DMX channels to control any DMX device.
CASE: rugged light construction, fire retardant, shock and water resistant and modular design.
Dimensions: 218x115x30mm
Weight: 550g (without rails)
COMMUNICATIONS: bidirectional, encrypted, redundant.
Wireless 868/915Mhz: With 1 hope repeater and up to 10Km range (more realible on interferences).
Wireless 2,4Ghz:With up to 30 hops mesh and up to 15Km range.
Wired**: XLR 3 pins connection up to 300m. It re routes messages received on 868/915Mhz wirelless.
POWER:
Battery: Single cell recharghable Lipo 3.7V@3500mAh, easy replacebable by the user.
Charging: USB C from standard USB charger. About 6 hours to fully charge.
External power: Any USB charger or USB power bank and would work even if internal battery is failed or is missing.
STANDBY TIME: It can be fast and easy extened with an external USB power bank.
Fully working: up to 20 Hours.
With controller powered off: up to 30 hours.
Sleep mode: up to 4 weeks.
FIRING CAPABILITIES:
Power: up to 20V@10A with high power energy bank store to fire all channels without voltage drop.
In parallel: up to 8 igniters (depends on igniters specifications and UTP cable length and quality).
In series: up to 25 igniters (depends on igniters specifications and UTP cable length and quality).
Firing Resolution: 1ms (1/1000 seconds).
Impulse time: 8 to 50ms. Module measure in real time if the igniters was fired and based on this it automatically adjust the impulse time. Impulse time can be also manual set in script independent for each channel up to 65 seconds.
Firing entire module: All 64 channels can be fired in about 150ms.
Timing limitations for firing: NO limitations; module automatically handles if too many igniters are fired from same module in the same time.
USER INTERFACE:
Display: Monochrome LCD 2,6′ 128*64 with backlight for local testing of all statuses Battery, Wireless, igniters connection vs script.
Buttons: 2 control buttons + 1 power.
FUNCTIONALITIES:
Slave: Controlled from a main controller, other module or audiobox set as Master.
Master: To control up to 99 other fireTEK firing modules + up to 9 Music sync box.
Stand alone: As it is controlled using a Wireless small 4 buttons remote, panel buttons, external trigger, time code and even GPS time start***.
FIRING MODES:
Fully automatic with or without music, sequence firing, step fire and manual firing and in any combination in the same time.
FIRING CONTROL:
Controller/Other module/Audiobox: From a controller, other module set as master and even an audiobox set as controller.
Time code***: From external time code SMPTE/LTC.
GPS/Controller Time***: On a preset time very precise via GPS or controller time.
External trigger***: From any other firing system wired connected to external trigger from fireTEK module.
Small 4 buttons remote wireless***: From small 4 button remote wireless.
Android application****: From an Android application via USB.
Panel buttons: From module panel buttons.
OPTIONS (Plug and play boards):
– GPS, time code, external trigger, small remote, DMX, wireless 868/915Mhz and/or wireless 2.4Ghz, wired connection.
SCRIPT:
– Scripts upload to module in advance to allow for precise and reliable firing.
– Scripts can be upload it wireless via controller or directly to module via USB.
– You can see directly on module screen information about Script name, product name, time, channel resistance for each channel.
OTHER:
Power off: Can be powered off via controller; it has protection against unintented power off. Automatically power off when is not connected to a controller or is not used in Master or Independent mode.
Sleep: Sleep and wake up from controller. Wake up also it can be done from module itself.
Buzzer and lights: Acoustic and LED signals for arming and firing.
Firmware update: Free, fast and easy via USB drive.
CERTIFICATIONS:
FCC, IC and CE certified design, NFPA Compliant.
* DMX option required
** Available after July 2025
*** Options required
**** Beta version
