AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
July 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/
-- BorgWarner Emissions Systems is producing multi-spark
ignition coils at its plant in Muggendorf, Germany, for Daimler's six- and eight-cylinder
engines. With displacements between 3.5 and 5.5 liters and power
ratings ranging from 249 to 549 HP (185 kW - 410 kW), these
powerful engines are available in the Mercedes-Benz C-, E- and
S-Classes. Specially designed for gasoline direct-injection (GDI)
engines running stratified combustion, BorgWarner's compact
multi-spark ignition coil technology enlarges the ignition zone for
more controlled and optimized combustion, improved fuel economy and
reduced emissions.
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"BorgWarner's multi-spark ignition technology extends spark
duration and provides the high ignition voltage needed to optimize
engine performance for today's turbocharged direct-injection
gasoline engines," said Brady
Ericson, President and General Manager, BorgWarner Emissions
Systems. "By increasing frequency and variability, BorgWarner's
advanced ignition technology allows automakers to take advantage of
high exhaust gas recirculation rates, turbocharging and stratified
charge operation to improve fuel economy and emissions."
Based on a conventional 14-volt coil, BorgWarner's multi-spark
ignition coil features a bidirectional interface with an electronic
control unit to precisely trigger multiple discharges and recharges
within one millisecond to produce spark energy multiple times at
short intervals. Enlarging the ignition zone and generating
multiple sparks extends the spark duration considerably to deliver
optimal combustion, improved fuel economy, lower emissions, and it
prevents misfires. In addition, BorgWarner's ignition technology
helps reduce emissions during cold-starts and improves engine
running under nearly any operating condition.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a product leader in highly
engineered components and systems for powertrains around the world.
Operating manufacturing and technical facilities in 60 locations in
19 countries, the company delivers innovative powertrain solutions
to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance performance.
For more information, please visit borgwarner.com.
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SOURCE BorgWarner Inc.