Contactless ignition system
The non-contact ignition system is a constructive continuation of the contact-transistor ignition system. In this ignition system, the contact chopper is replaced by a proximity sensor. A non-contact ignition system is standardly installed on a number of models of domestic cars, and can also be installed independently instead of a contact ignition system. The use of a contactless ignition system allows to increase engine power, reduce fuel consumption and emissions of harmful substances due to a higher discharge voltage (30000V) and, accordingly, better combustion of the fuel-air mixture. Structurally, the contactless system combines a number of elements, including a power source, an ignition switch, a pulse sensor, a transistor switch, an ignition coil , a distributor, and, of course, spark plugs . The distributor is connected to the spark plugs and the ignition coil using high voltage wires. In general, the device of a contactless ignition system is similar to a contact ignition system , with the exception of a pulse sensor and a transistor switch. The pulse sensor is designed to create low-voltage electrical pulses. There are pulse sensors of the following types: Hall, inductive and optical. The greatest application in a contactless ignition system has been found by a pulse sensor using the Hall effect (the occurrence of transverse voltage in a conductor plate with current under the influence of a magnetic field). The Hall sensor consists of a permanent magnet, a semiconductor wafer with a microcircuit, and a steel screen with slots (shutter). A slot in the steel shield passes a magnetic field and voltage arises in the semiconductor wafer. The steel screen does not allow a magnetic field to pass through, and voltage does not occur on the semiconductor wafer. Alternating slots in the steel screen creates low voltage pulses. The pulse sensor is structurally integrated with the distributor and form one device – the sensor-distributor. The distribution sensor is similar in appearance to the distribution switch and has a similar drive from the engine crankshaft . The transistor switch is used to interrupt the current in the primary circuit of the ignition coil in accordance with the signals of the pulse sensor. The current is interrupted by unlocking and locking the output transistor. The principle of operation of a contactless ignition system When the engine crankshaft rotates, the distribution sensor generates voltage pulses and transmits them to the transistor switch. The switch generates current pulses in the primary circuit of the ignition coil. At the time of current interruption, a high voltage current is induced in the secondary winding of the ignition coil. High voltage current is supplied to the central contact of the distributor. In accordance with the order of operation of the engine cylinders, high voltage current is supplied through the high voltage wires to the spark plugs. Spark plugs ignite the fuel-air mixture. With an increase in the crankshaft speed, the ignition timing is controlled by the centrifugal ignition timing controller. When the load on the engine changes, the ignition timing is controlled by the vacuum ignition timing controller. We are Canberra’s trusted Cash for Car buyer that buy old cars for quick cash of up to $7,999. If you have an old car to sell, give us a call to find out how much cash you can get for it with us today. Get an instant car valuation for your old car, CALL 0434 450 140.