Sparkrite SX4000 Universal Points and Electronic Ignition Amplifier Module

The Sparkrite SX4000 is an Electronic Ignition system that can be fitted alongside most 6 or 12 Volt negative earth points ignition systems, except for engines with uneven firing intervals

It gives all the benefits of electronic ignition without removing the original points/condenser ignition system. This means it can be switched back to running on points at the flick of a switch, so you always have the reassurance of points back up if any problems should occur.

How Does the Sparkrite SX4000 work?

In a traditional points system the points have to carry the full voltage of the ignition system. The point's gap is critical as it determines the dwell time for the coil. This is the time the coil is connected to ground allowing it to charge between each firing, every time the points open and close a spark can often be observed, this can cause damage to the contact surface leading to failure. In addition the point’s heel is constantly wearing closing the point’s gap and altering the dwell causing reduced performance.

The Sparkrite SX4000 diverts the high electrical current away from the points and controls the dwell time electronically, constantly adjusting and giving the correct dwell time.

The points now only having to deal with a tiny current so will not burn and will last almost indefinitely. The point’s gap now only needs to be roughly correct, as dwell is now electronically controlled. It will only need very occasional adjustment to take up any wear of the heel.

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