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Old 10-01-2008, 04:42 PM   #13 (permalink)
jim-frank
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Originally Posted by KitCarlsonEMS View Post
I think you might need a big amplifier.

Spark advance is often more than just 8 degrees. Maximum advance of 30-50 degrees is typical. It depends on many factors, including RPM, load and temperature.
It doesn't take much voltage or power to strike and maintain a spark across a gap of .04-0.1 inches. 500 watts is easily obtainable with a standard H-bridge driver circuit, and should be more than plenty.

The advance I mentioned was just off the top of my head. You get the idea, anyway...
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