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Why is electronic ignition better than points?

With electronics you can program the spark event EXACTLY when you want it. Mechanical points offer fairly simple advance curves, through mechanical and vacuum mechanisms. Electronic ignitions give the opportunity to program much more optimal, complex ignition characteristics.

What is the advantage of an electronic ignition?

Advantages of Electronic Ignition System: Low maintenance required. Less emission generates. Efficiency is good. It also increases fuel efficiency.

Is electronic ignition more reliable than points?

In an electronic system, you still have a distributor, but the points have been replaced with a pickup coil, and there’s an electronic ignition control module. These are far less likely to breakdown than conventional systems, and provide very reliable operation.

What is an advantage of having an electronic Distributorless ignition system?

Distributor-less (Waste Spark) Ignition System Each of the spark plugs in these cylinders will fire at the same time using the high voltage from one coil. This is beneficial, as this system can be designed to generate high voltage, and ignition timing can be precisely controlled for lower emissions.

Does electronic ignition need a condenser?

Electronic ignition does away with the need for a traditional condenser and points, so these need to be removed by unscrewing them from the distributor base-plate.

What does a condenser do in points ignition?

In a points system, a condenser absorbs the energy and prevents arcing between the points each time they open also it aids in the collapse of the magnetic field. In an electronic system the condenser has been removed and replaced by the ignition module.

How electronic ignition systems improve the performance of engine?

The function of an electronic ignition system is remaining the same as it produces a high voltage spark to the spark plug so that the fuel-air mixture can be burn or ignite. Because sensors are used in the system, it improves reliability and mileage and decreases emission.

What is electronic ignition?

The electronic ignition system is the type of ignition system that uses electronic circuits, usually by transistors controlled by sensors to generate electric pulses which in turn generate the better spark that can even burn the lean mixture and provide better economy and lower emission.

What are the advantages of a solid state ignition system?

No Moving Parts The electronic ignition does not have any moving parts. All of the operation of the ignition system is handled by solid state electronics. This increases the reliability and reduces the maintenance requirements. This results in a longer expected lifespan for an electronic ignition system.

What is electronic ignition system?

An electronic ignition system is a type of ignition system that works electronic circuits, usually by transistors. The transistors are controlled by sensors to generate electric pulses which then generate a high voltage spark that can burn the lean mixture and provide a better economy and lower emission.

What does a condenser do in an electronic ignition system?

Basically the function of a condenser in a coil ignition circuit is to reduce the spark at the contact points as they open in the distributor and thus minimise burning and pitting of the points.

What is the difference between a conventional and electronic ignition system?

In an electronic system, you still have a distributor, but the points have been replaced with a pickup coil, and there’s an electronic ignition control module. These are far less likely to breakdown than conventional systems, and provide very reliable operation.

What are the benefits of a modern ignition system?

The evolution of ignition systems has provided a number of benefits. Drivers with newer systems enjoy better fuel efficiency, more reliable operation and reduced maintenance costs (the systems are more expensive to maintain, but with maintenance only needed every 100,000 miles, many drivers may never have to pay for a service).

Who invented the points based ignition system?

For nearly 70 years, just about every car had a points-based ignition system. This venerable design was invented by Charles F. Kettering, first appeared on the 1910 Cadillac, and was used on most cars through the mid-1970s. The basic workings are familiar to any car buff.

How does the ignition system work on a classic car?

The majority of classic cars have a point/condenser ignition system, where a contact breaker is operated by an engine-driven cam, which open at the correct moment needed to ignite the fuel at the top of the piston’s compression stroke. Here is a simple way to check for spark at the distributor. Remove the distributor cap and turn on the ignition.