jerryjerry05
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Got this email from CDI Ignition.
Explains the DVA Meter and attachment for a regular analog meter.
Maybe include it somewhere in the stickies?
Maybe testing stator, trigger etc.??
[FONT=Verdana,Arial,Tahoma,Calibri,Geneva,sans-serif]WHAT IS DVA???[/FONT]
So just what is DVA? More than likely you have heard the term but have never understood exactly what DVA is.
If you have ever called CDI Technical Support for help, more than likely you have been asked to provide the DVA readings of the engine you are working on. Let's take a moment to understand what DVA is and the importance of a DVA reading.
In a nutshell, most 2-stroke Outboard engines have a Stator that generates AC Voltage (Alternating Current). Unlike household current which cycles at 60Hz (Hertz), the Outboard Stator is generating AC Voltage that is in excess of 1,000Hz. At that cycle speed the multimeter isn't responsive enough to capture and display the voltage.
This is where the DVA (Direct Voltage Adapter) comes in to play. The DVA Adapter takes the high frequency AC Voltage and converts it to a DC (Direct Current) Voltage. This allows the meter to capture and display the peak output voltage of the engine. It's as simple as setting your multimeter to DC (Direct Current), plugging in the 511-9773NL (no leads) or 511-9773 (with test leads built in) and you are ready to check the DVA Voltage!
DVA readings are the quickest, most reliable and accurate way to diagnose voltage issues of the outboard engine. Without a DVA adapter or a Peak reading Volt Meter, there is no accurate way to diagnose an ignition system in a timely manner. By using a DVA Adapter you can feel confident along with saving time and money, by diagnosing the failure the first time!
They can be bought on the net, places like eBay, Amazon etc.
Prices start at 90$+
You can make one a lot cheaper.
Search on iBOATS for the directions.
Explains the DVA Meter and attachment for a regular analog meter.
Maybe include it somewhere in the stickies?
Maybe testing stator, trigger etc.??
[FONT=Verdana,Arial,Tahoma,Calibri,Geneva,sans-serif]WHAT IS DVA???[/FONT]
So just what is DVA? More than likely you have heard the term but have never understood exactly what DVA is.
If you have ever called CDI Technical Support for help, more than likely you have been asked to provide the DVA readings of the engine you are working on. Let's take a moment to understand what DVA is and the importance of a DVA reading.
In a nutshell, most 2-stroke Outboard engines have a Stator that generates AC Voltage (Alternating Current). Unlike household current which cycles at 60Hz (Hertz), the Outboard Stator is generating AC Voltage that is in excess of 1,000Hz. At that cycle speed the multimeter isn't responsive enough to capture and display the voltage.
This is where the DVA (Direct Voltage Adapter) comes in to play. The DVA Adapter takes the high frequency AC Voltage and converts it to a DC (Direct Current) Voltage. This allows the meter to capture and display the peak output voltage of the engine. It's as simple as setting your multimeter to DC (Direct Current), plugging in the 511-9773NL (no leads) or 511-9773 (with test leads built in) and you are ready to check the DVA Voltage!
DVA readings are the quickest, most reliable and accurate way to diagnose voltage issues of the outboard engine. Without a DVA adapter or a Peak reading Volt Meter, there is no accurate way to diagnose an ignition system in a timely manner. By using a DVA Adapter you can feel confident along with saving time and money, by diagnosing the failure the first time!
They can be bought on the net, places like eBay, Amazon etc.
Prices start at 90$+
You can make one a lot cheaper.
Search on iBOATS for the directions.
