Initiator Types

The only non-regulated electric match on the market, MJG Initiators will perform exactly the same as traditional e-match, but without the need for any certification. MJG Initiators come in three different types; Standard Shroud, Twist Locks, and Visco Shroud.

Standard Shroud



Standard Shroud Initiators are designed to be used with an e-match port or inserted directly into the cake.

Twist Locks



Includes a T-Lock (twist lock) shroud that will plug and secure into any Spirit of '76 Professional products with the matching T-Lock port. Compatible Spirit products are marked with the T-Lock logo in their product catalog. For more information on compatible products, please see Ignition Types.

Visco Shroud



Visco Shroud Initiators come with a pre-installed tube that fuse is inserted into. Simply insert the fuse, apply tape, and your effect is ready to reliably fire.

Initiator Availability

Please see below for an overview of current Initiator availability. All MJG initiators are sold at the same price with and without Quickplugs.

Length Box Quantity Type Standard (Wires) Quickplugs
3 ft. 80 Standard Shroud
Twist Locks
Visco Shroud
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
7 ft. 40 Standard Shroud
Twist Locks
Visco Shroud
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/24/2022
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/4/2022
10 ft. 30 Standard Shroud
Twist Locks
Visco Shroud
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/4/2022
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/4/2022
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/4/2022
15 ft. 20 Standard Shroud
Twist Locks
Visco Shroud
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
In Stock
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/24/2022
On Pre-Order, Back in Stock 10/4/2022

Initiator Maximum Firing

Energizer 9V 14.8V LiPo External 12-24V*
Parallel 5 9 12
Series 8 9 16

*assumes minimum 10A peak burst current


Purchase MJG Firewire Initiators

Before ordering MJG firewire igniters, please read the following important information:

  • Due to supply chain shortages, the wire color may be all blue, all yellow, blue / white, or other varying colors. This is a temporary change, and the igniters will perform at full capacity and function.
Length Qty Price Price Each
3 ft. / 0.9M 80 $53.99 $0.67
7ft. / 2.1M 40 $32.99 $0.82
10 ft. / 3M 30 $26.99 $0.90
15 ft. / 4.5M 20 $20.99 $1.05

COBRA offers a 10% BEST PRICE GUARANTEE on MJG Firewire Initiators. Find a better advertised price and we'll beat the competitions price by 10%. Email [email protected] for more information.

MJG Initiators CANNOT be shipped outside of the US. MJG Initiators must be purchased alone. Checkout cannot be completed if other non-MJG initiator items are in your shopping cart.