Febi Bilstein glow plugs are affordable alternative to original equipment. They are produced by the German company Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG, history of which started in 1818. Nowadays, the firm production is popular in more than 170 countries. It presents the mid-price segment on the after-sales service market.
Types
With metal tube. Their heating element is made in a form of a tube, with thermal-conducting filler and heating coil inside of it. The parts reach the working temperature of 850 °C in 4-25 seconds at average. They withstand heating up to 1000 °C. According to activation speed they are divided into:
Standard. They are mostly used in cars of earlier generations. They have only one heating coil. They heat up rather slowly but differ by reliability and low cost.
Self-regulating. Their construction includes two coils: heating and regulating. Resistance of the latter increases during heating. Febi Bilstein glow plugs operate quickly and are able to provide continuous after-start heating of the combustion chambers.
With ceramic heater. They are notable for high activation speed: they reach 1000 °C temperature just in 2 seconds. They provide continuous afterglow. They can be heated up to 1350 °C and are characterized by durability and longevity.
5 facts about Febi Bilstein glow plugs
Due to high activation speed they guarantee engine start even at extremely low temperatures.
The afterglow ability provides smoother engine operation in the initial phase after start. This not only protects the power unit components from wear, but also helps to reduce exhaust gases toxicity.
The intermediate glowing mode prevents cooling of the particulate filter during braking period.
Innovative production technologies provide the highest durability of the parts and increase their resistance to shock and vibration loads.
A special paste, which is presented in the manufacturer’s catalogue, prevents jamming of the components in their mounting seats, providing easy demounting.
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