Re: How do Atom Computer Ignition modules work?

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June 18, 2015 at 8:41 pm #18398
legendre
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    Why is the transorb / snubber diode needed in the first place? Why is a simple flyback diode (which is already part of the D1071 package) inadequate?

    That’s why it’s there, isn’t it?

    BTW as the voltage is clamped at progressively lower levels (like moving from 200V to 150V) doesn’t that start to harm the spark power? When the diode clamps down, it reestablishes current in the primary, which retards field collapse, doesn’t it?