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New for 2012

Small engine start-up box

A completely self-contained start-up box for the model IC engine builder.

Meter for Battery Check, Low / High RPM (0 to 1000 and 0 to 10,000) and Closed Dwell
Built-in overload spark gap protects the internal ignition coil should the HT lead disconnect
Socket for an optional strobe timing light
Connecting leads are included
An MRS-1 miniature Proximity Sensor together with a selection of actuating magnets are included

Attach a magnet to a rotating part of your engine, either camshaft or crankshaft. Mount the MRS-1 sensor so it "sees" the magnet. Adjust magnet position so sensor switches on then off at your desired ignition point. Wire up the sensor to the box (colour-coded). Connect the white HT lead to your spark plug and connect the black ground lead to your engine frame. Switch on. Your engine will now be supplied with correctly timed sparks.

To keep costs down, the box is initially being made available as a kit of parts. The builder will need to drill the front panel, make a few small components and complete the wiring to a reasonable standard. A small soldering iron is required. The meter circuit board is pre-assembled, tested and calibrated for single cylinder engines. A full set of drawings and build notes are included.

Please contact us for further details and pricing.

Short video of the box in use here

'Falcon' Engineers Magneto Kit

This kit will enable you to build a miniature high-tension magneto suitable for use with most small to medium sized low-speed model spark-ignition engines from about 18cc to 50cc. With a geared distributor and two flats on the points cam it can be used on multi-cylinder engines too. Do bear in mind that the magneto will consume some engine power, so it is not recommended for very small or very low-power engines. For these applications, consider one of our electronic ignition solutions.

Compact design. See GA drawing
All materials, bearings and fasteners included in the kit.
Fully tested ignition coil.
High power neodymium magnetic rotor assembly.
Set of 9 A4 drawings.
Step-by-step Build Manual (available as a download)
Purchase on-line or contact us directly.

Minimag Novus fully encapsulated miniature ignition coils

4V to 6V operation
36mm dia. 51mm high. Weight 150gm.
Low cost

Two versions are available:
NOVUS-1 single output Drawing here

NOVUS-2 dual output (pictured) Drawing here

These coils need control over 'closed dwell' time for best efficiency and to avoid overheating. We recommend using our electronic module MIC-1 together with magnetic sensor MRS-1 or MHS-1. Conventional contact points can be used, but make sure there is current limiting in the primary circuit to protect the coil and wiring should engine stop with the points closed. If in doubt, please contact us for advice. These coils do not have a built-in capacitor as it is not required for use with a MIC-1 electronic module. For use with points, we will supply a suitable component free-of-charge on request.

Spark Demon Ignition Coil

Integral capacitor

2V to 6V operation

1.6" over core, 1.1" long, 1.5" wide and 1.25" high

Weight 4oz.

This type of coil is included in our Magneto Kit.

Consider a Novus encapsulated coil where weight or size is not critical - see above.

Miniature spark plugs

NEW!

We now stock the very excellent American made Rimfire VR2 miniature spark plug.

This top-quality plug has the same thread and reach as the original Minimag Standard.

In our opinion it is probably the best miniature spark plug you can buy.

We can supply from stock or on short lead time any of the plugs in the Rimfire range.

Full details here

Plug leads, Plug caps
Adaptors 3/8" to 1/4" for vintage IC engines are available.

Please call or emai lfor details.

Miniature Ignition Controller MIC-1A

Complements the Novus-1, Novus-2 and Spark Demon Ignition coils for users wanting a contactless solution. Magnetic sensor input. Auto switch-off if engine comes to rest with the sensor active.

Operates on 4.5 to 12 volts so can be used with other coils.

Dimensions 45mm x 30mm x 15mm

Connections by screw terminals

Integral static timing light.

Drawing and specs here

MIC-1 shown. MIC-1A is virtually identical, we've just dropped the

internal ballast resistor and added a Frame GND terminal.

Sub-miniature Proximity Sensor Assembly MRS-1

Utilising a magnetoresistive sensing element, the sensor is encapsulated in a brass housing threaded 7/32" x 40TPI by 1/2". It is supplied with two 1/4" AF locknuts and 18" cable. Interfaces with our miniature ignition module (above) and is supplied with a 3mm x 2mm neodymium actuating magnet. Works with either polarity of magnet over at least 3/8" airgap. Shown here with a MIC-1 ignition module and AA cell for scale.

Drawing and specs here

Sub-miniature Hall Effect Sensor kit MHS-1

Kit includes a pre-wired Hall Effect sensor IC,

3 x 2 neodymium magnet and a length of

PVC sleeving.

Drawing and specs here

Batteries

We can supply quality 6V sealed lead-acid batteries and a suitable plug-in charger (UK only).

Three sizes currently available (dimensions in mm):

Capacity	Length	Width	Height	Weight	Order Code	Price GBP
6V 1.3 AH	98	25	52	0.32kg	6V1.3	£8.30
6V 3.2 AH	134	39	60	0.7kg	6V3.2	£10.80
6V 4.5 AH	70	48	107	0.82kg	6V4.5	£12.70

Charger: 6V 500mA. Fused output with croc clips. Fits a UK 13A socket.

Order code Charger 6V Price £12.60 GBP

Please email us with your battery requirements and we will send you a PayPal invoice.