Niterra launches NTK speed sensors

Company lists main advantages, Utilities and ways to preserve the new products of the reference brand in the automotive market

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São Paulo, August 2023 - Niterra, Japanese multinational owner of the NGK and NTK brands and specialist in components for ignition systems, announces the launch of new NTK brand speed sensors. Also known as VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor), They are automotive components that are positioned at the output of the transmission and play a vital role in providing information about the speed of the vehicle.

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NTK understands that the accuracy of the speed reading is essential and, to achieve it, It is important to have high-quality sensors that communicate the vehicle's speed to the instrument cluster. They are components that play an even more comprehensive role because they guarantee the marking of the mileage traveled and the trip A and trip B functions, in addition to contributing to the management of fuel injection and other functionalities, including the adjustment of the fuel injection cut-off during engine brake, modification of injection time based on load and speed, and the contribution to the effective operation of the automatic transmission and servo-assisted steering assistance.

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"NTK has carried out a series of launches of various types of sensors to enhance the performance and safety of drivers who rely on our products", afirma Hiromori Mori, Technical Assistance Consultant at Niterra Brasil. "With VSS, We have opened up new possibilities that will enter the Brazilian market with the same excellence in delivery of our already recognized products."

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According to Mori, speed sensors are usually of the Hall type, that operate with a vehicle power supply and generate a digital signal in square waveform. "It's worth mentioning that, Inside the broadcast, a set of gears, often made of plastic, is responsible for triggering the speed sensor. Contaminants present in the transmission oil can deteriorate these gears, directly impacting the operation of the sensor", Explain.

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How to extend the life of the speed sensor

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It is important to note that no specific measures are required to extend the life of the speed sensor, except to avoid flooded areas and take care of the preventive maintenance of the vehicle, since the location in the transmission makes them susceptible to damage caused by impact and moisture, especially when the car is exposed to flooding or water. "It should be noted that, in vehicles that share the same transmission, but have different models of this component, Repairs carried out on the transmission require special attention to ensure the correct application of the drive gear assembly", says Mori.

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When it comes to possible VSS failures, Both the absence of speed indication on the panel and fluctuations in the pointer can occur. In addition to the nuisance for the driver, Lack of accurate speed and mileage information can lead to dangerous situations, such as loss of reference and risks of fuel depletion. "In these cases, Replacing the speed sensor is an uncomplicated procedure, as long as the mechanic is attentive to the correct application of the sensor, as well as their feeding and proper signal generation.", informs Mori.

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