NGK highlights the benefits of using special candles

According to the Japanese multinational, Components made with noble materials provide faster start-up and better acceleration and idling stability, plus fuel economy

São Paulo, February 2023 – One of the recent developments in internal combustion engines is the increasingly frequent application of high-performance candles. According to NGK, Japanese multinational ignition systems specialist, the differential of special candles is to get the performance benefits, acceleration and handling at a reduced cost and without modifying the vehicle.

Hiromori Mori, NGK do Brasil Technical Assistance consultant, explains that the use of these materials - composed of G-Power lines, with platinum central electrode tip, e Iridium IX, with iridium central electrode tip - is a safe option to improve the ignition system of vehicles using conventional candles - those manufactured with nickel electrodes.

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Special sails do not change mechanical characteristics of the vehicle

The two lines have a much thinner central electrode diameter than the nickel candle that provides greater plug ignition, as well as lower mass in the electrode, faster start-up, better acceleration and idling stability, in addition to constant rotations and fuel economy.

A G-Power Line features a unique design of the lateral electrode with trapezoidal profile that facilitates the spread of the flame front. On the other other than Iridium IX Line has beveled tip, that improves the spread of flame front and reduces energy absorption, improving fuel burning.

The use of special sails does not alter the mechanical characteristics of the vehicle, so the care is the same as the conventional candles. "The mechanic must install the material carefully in the alignment of the, thread manually, apply the correct torque and do not hit the candle so as not to cause damage to the ceramic insulator or close the electrodes", advises Mori.

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Maintenance

To achieve the best performance of candles, Hiromori indicates to follow the automaker's maintenance plan. If the consumer does not have the manual, he may ask the mechanic to carry out a visual inspection of the. If there is any irregularity or the candle has already reached the exchange mileage, it is necessary to perform the replacement.

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Platinum Laser and Laser Iridium Lines

NGK also has the Laser Platinum and Laser Iridium lines, used by automakers as original factory equipment. With emission limits of pollutants increasingly lower, it is necessary to ensure a perfect fuel burn. Special candle technologies in conjunction with engine technologies ensure lower emission favoring the environment and ensuring high durability.

"Special sails have been developed for both the automaker and automotive aftermarket to bring NGK product technology to market with high quality and performance material. This mix offers a wide range of benefits combined with a great tradition in the manufacture of spark plugs", finalizes the specialist.