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MarComp Combustion Chamber Tester

Tester measuring the combustion chamber pressure drop at TDC of 4-stroke diesel and gas engines to assess valve and piston ring condition.

Description

MarComp monitors the condition of valves and piston rings of 4-stroke diesel and gas engines. It connects to the cylinder's indicator cock (W1-1/6" standard thread) and to supply air at 6 to 9 bar; with the supplied stop clock the operator measures the pressure drop over time in the combustion chamber with the piston at TDC. This reveals worn valves and valve seats as well as worn or broken piston rings.

Key features

  • Pressure sensor range 0-25 bar, error margin +/-1% of full scale
  • Net weight 2.0 kg (3.2 kg including box); dimensions 330 mm x 270 mm x 120 mm
  • Supplied in a box with pressure-air connector, stop watch and knob

Applications

Condition-based overhaul planning to help avoid breakdowns and reduce lube oil consumption and operating costs.

Specifications

Pressure sensor range0 – 25 bar
Error margin+/-1 % to full scale output
Ambient temperature60 °C
Weight incl. box3.2 kg
Net weight2.0 kg
Dimensions330 mm × 270 mm × 120 mm
Supply air6 to 9 bar

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