What are the differences between conventional and electronic ignition systems?

Conventional: While this is called a “conventional” ignition system, it’s something of a misnomer. These are not used on modern cars, at least not in the US. 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.

What is a distributor-less ignition system?

A distributorless ignition system is a type of ignition system, that is consists of multiple induction coils instead of having a distributor of an electronic ignition system. Distributorless ignition systems normally consist of one coil per cylinder or one coil for each pair of cylinders.

What is a conventional ignition system?

The conventional ignition system consists of two sets of circuits/windings – primary and secondary. The battery supplies 12 volts current to the ignition coil thru’ the contact breaker points. It charges the primary windings and also magnetizes the core of the coil.

Does electronic ignition have a distributor?

Electronic Ignition System This system still has a distributor, but the breaker points have been replaced with a pickup coil, and there’s an electronic ignition control module.

What is the purpose of the distributor?

A distributor is an enclosed rotating shaft used in spark-ignition internal combustion engines that have mechanically timed ignition. The distributor’s main function is to route secondary, or high voltage, current from the ignition coil to the spark plugs in the correct firing order, and for the correct amount of time.

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.

Does the distributor less system have moving parts?

The distributorless ignition system; is a completely solid state electronic system, with no moving parts.

What are two types of electronic ignition system?

Basically Convectional Ignition systems are of 2 types: Kinetic Honda; Honda-Activa, Scooty, Fiero etc.). In this case 6 V or 12 V battery will supply necessary current in the primary winding. Magneto ignition system is mainly used in 2-wheelers, kick start engines.

What are the four different types of ignition system?

Currently, we recognize four types of ignition systems used in most cars and trucks: conventional breaker-point ignitions, high energy (electronic) ignitions, distributor-less (waste spark) ignition and coil-on-plug ignitions.

What is part of a conventional distributor?

a vacuum advance (or a mechanical advance) an ignition coil (sometimes located inside the distributor) an ignition module (sometimes located inside or on the distributor)

How does a electronic distributor work?

Distributor-less: This is the newest type of ignition system and it’s beginning to see very widespread use on newer vehicles. It differs greatly from the other two types. In this system, coils sit directly on top of the spark plugs (there are no spark plug wires), and the system is completely electronic.

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.

How does a direct ignition system work?

In this system, coils sit directly on top of the spark plugs (there are no spark plug wires), and the system is completely electronic. It’s controlled by the car’s computer. You might be more familiar with it as a “direct ignition” system. They require very little maintenance, with some automakers specifying 100,000 miles between services.

What are the different types of ignition systems?

Currently, there are four types of ignition systems used in most cars and trucks, by order of invention: conventional breaker-point (mechanical) ignitions, high energy (electronic) ignitions, distributor-less (waste spark) ignition and coil-on-plug ignitions.