GTC505

What a Spark Test is, and Which Spark Tester to Use

‘Spark testing’ can involve anything from checking whether a spark plug works, to full-system tests of the whole ignition system under load. As is common with many other engine tests, the method you use depends on the tool(s) you have, and there are a variety of options. Each of the tools (and specific tests) can help find different issues, with some being much more useful than others. That said, you should know that not all tools work equally well for all applications, so it’s important to understand what the different tools do, and how they work before deciding on which to use.

What’s New in the GTC505 Engine Ignition Analyzer?

This year, we’ve released a new version of our GTC505, with a number of new features to improve performance, reliability, and ease-of-use. This redesign and redevelopment was triggered by supply issues with the NXP Kinetis K60 processor we had been using. We took advantage of this opportunity, and completely reworked the tool’s electronic hardware and …

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The Ultimate Guide to Marine Engine Surveys

Welcome to our comprehensive guide to inboard & outboard engine surveys. This guide is for anyone planning to survey an engine, or hire someone else to do it. We’ll answer the who, when, where, why, and what of engine surveys. If we did miss your question, please let us know by e-mailing us, so we can get you an answer, and add it to the guide!

GTC505-CSC 2 m Cable and Clip-on Sensor for GTC505

The GTC505-CSC is designed for use with the GTC505 Engine Analyzer and allows for measurement of ignition systems in hard-to-reach places, from a remote position. This accessory consists of an 83.5” (212 cm) long coaxial cable, and a shielded clip-on spark plug wire sensor. The cable can also be used with the standard sensors supplied …

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GTC505 Engine Ignition Analyzer

The GTC505 is a complete ignition system analyzer, compatible with all common types of spark ignition systems. The GTC505 can: Display waveforms in real time Compare readings between cylinders Detect and display dwell angle and primary current ramp time Chart burn time, spark plug voltage, dwell/ramp time, and RPM for each spark, allowing for detection …

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