QSK 60G & 60G High Efficiency Series
Gas Engines
Module 5 – IGNITION SYSTEMS
Cummins Corporate Training
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HE -60G/ Ignition / BMG / 03 - 07 / REV 01.
System Module - Ignition
Learning Objective
To give an introduction to the Ignition System. At the end of this
section of the module you will know the main Ignition System
Components and understand the operation of the Ignition System.
Agenda
• Ignition System Components:
- Spark Plug,
- Coil-on-Plug,
- Ignition Module (CCD / PDM Module),
- CM558 Modules.
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Ignition Components
The following components are provided on each engine:
Spark plug - one per cylinder
COP (Coil on Plug)
Ignition Module (Capacitor Discharge Type)
CM 558 (Control Module 558) .
THE ABOVE MODULES ARE ONLY PART OF THE COMPLETE CONTROL
SYSTEM . MODULES ARE SUPPLIED WITH INFORMATION BY A NUMBER OF
SENSORS / SENDERS MOUNTED ON THE ENGINE. THE SENSORS AND
MODULE FUNCTIONS WILL BE COVERED IN THE CONTROL MODULE.
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Cummins QSK Gas Ignition System
Fully Electronic Design to ensure precise timing and spark control.
Has closed-loop Control capability - multi-strike capability based on
breakdown voltage of COP previous cycle, 6 maximum. (Not used in
Power Generation applications).
Variable Energy System.
Monitors In-Cylinder Pressure (by spark resistance).
Varies Spark Energy based on In-Cylinder Pressure.
- At Low loads, Cylinder boost pressure lower, LESS spark energy required
- 12/18KV to start fuel burn.
- At High loads, Cylinder boost pressure higher, MORE spark energy
required - 26KV to start fuel burn.
Traditional Inductive Ignition Systems must address high load environment.
Therefore always fire the plug at max energy levels.
Result: Improved Spark Plug Life !
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Ignition Components
IGNITION
COP A SSM558 B
CCD / PDM
Assembly
Module
Spark Ignition Harness
Plug
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Control & Ignition Modules
Ignition Module - one per bank,
ignition control, 9 cyl max. output
300 - 350v
CM 558 - one per bank, ignition
& throttle control
CM 558 IGN.
Module Module
View on Face of SSM 558
SSM558
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A 10 1
B 10 10
B 1 10
A 1
41 50 41 50 50 41 50 41
Front View - Male Connectors Face View of Connectors (When Removed) - Female
Male Pin Connectors Pin Connectors
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Coil-On-Plug
One COP per cylinder.
Eliminates high-tension leads. Coils designed for 40,000 hr + life
Output range 12,000 to 36,000 v.
Improves ignition system
reliability and output.
Liquid Polymer insulation / Ignition Harness
cooled construction.
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‘V’ Engine - SEM COP Assembly
Easily identified by its
integral harness and 3-
pin Deutsch Connector.
Removable HT
Insulator Section
Coil Housing
A - (–) Vdc.
A B - (+) Vdc - 330v to
Primary Winding.
C B
C - Not Used.
Removable injection molded Insulator section with rubber boot. (Cummins Pt No. 4917686).
IMPORTANT! The coil has a liquid polymer insulation. Do NOT energise the coil in a horizontal position
as it is possible to get an internal flash-over between the LV and HV circuits.
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QSK 60G & 60G High Efficiency Series
Gas Engines
Module 5 – IGNITION SYSTEM
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Cummins Corporate Training
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HE -60G/ Ignition / BMG / 03 - 07 / REV 01.