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NGK Spark Plugs IGR6A11 Mitsubishi

NGK Spark Plugs IGR6A11 Mitsubishi

Part No: IGR6A11

Brand: Mitsubishi

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Made In Japan

Original price was: KSh2,200.Current price is: KSh1,900.

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Description

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Spark plugs are critical components in internal combustion engines, playing a key role in igniting the air-fuel mixture that powers the engine. Here’s a detailed look at spark plugs:

Function

Spark plugs deliver electric current from the ignition system to the combustion chamber of an engine to ignite the compressed air-fuel mixture with an electric spark.

Components

  1. Insulator: Usually made of ceramic, it insulates the central electrode from the spark plug shell.
  2. Central Electrode: Conducts the high voltage to the gap.
  3. Ground Electrode: Provides the gap where the spark occurs.
  4. Threads: Screw into the cylinder head.
  5. Gasket: Ensures a gas-tight seal.
  6. Hexagon: Allows the use of a wrench to tighten or remove the spark plug.

Types

  1. Copper: Good conductor of electricity and heat, but wears out relatively quickly.
  2. Platinum: Longer-lasting than copper, with better performance under extreme conditions.
  3. Iridium: Offers the longest lifespan and best performance, though they are more expensive.
  4. Double Platinum/Iridium: Have both electrodes coated for improved performance and durability.

Heat Range

  • Hot Plugs: Have a longer insulator nose and retain heat longer, used for low-speed driving.
  • Cold Plugs: Have a shorter insulator nose and dissipate heat quickly, used for high-performance or high-speed engines.

Maintenance and Symptoms of Failure

  • Regular Inspection: Spark plugs should be checked and replaced as part of regular maintenance.
  • Symptoms of Failure:
    • Misfires
    • Poor fuel economy
    • Hard starting
    • Rough idling
    • Poor acceleration

Installation Tips

  • Ensure the correct gap setting as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
  • Avoid overtightening to prevent damage to the threads.
  • Use anti-seize compounds sparingly, if at all, as recommended by some manufacturers.

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