Victor Reinz: Press Information
Press Information High-performance and cost-effective: Electronic engine sealing frame with integrated cable feed-through Neu-Ulm, September 2013. Dana’s newly developed electronic connector gasket puts the company in an ideal position to prepare for future applications that unite a wide variety of material combinations in a single sealing concept. Dana’s specialized expertise in amalgamating polyamides, elastomers, and electrical components in a mediaimpermeable combination creates the ideal conditions for exceptionally high-performance, special-purpose frames that are cost-effective to produce. This is the only development of its kind in Europe to date. It provides a cylinder-head seal that is thoroughly impermeable to oil at all points where cables run into and out of the engine. A cut-out provides for a protected cable feed-through from the engine management system to the interior of the cylinder head. This is how the electronic connector gasket innovatively unites the functions of sealing, electrical connections, and cable routing in a single product. Dana offers the complete solution of coordinated components under the successful brand name Victor Reinz®. The new gasket with its built-in cable feed-through is already in serial use in diesel engines. An everlasting connection The technological highlight of the electronic connector gasket is that it is first media-impermeable connection between an elastomer and a thermoplastic sealing frame made of polyamide for an optimized bond. The firmly bonded connection between the two surfaces does not require any additional primer and provides unimpaired oil resistance and impermeability. Dana procures the polyamide and the elastomer’s base components for the “primerless” connection directly from thermoplastics manufacturer DuPont. A primer is only used to aid in the 100% jacketing of the pin pack in the area of the electrical feed-through for sealing by the elastomer. The pin pack is a prefabricated unit made up of cables, metal lattices, and crimped or welded plug connections in accordance with OEM specifications. Savings in a complete package The electronic engine sealing frame has a compact shape with a low installation height which requires relatively little space when installed. The preassembled electrical components are another major benefit. Every cable and connection is factored into the planning and positioned specifically for each and every engine before the injection molding process is carried out. The cable guides for controlling injection valves, sensors, and actuators, etc., can be routed flexibly for each individual situation at hand. The electronic connector gasket is offered as a complete package, which significantly reduces the installation time for the customer during the final assembly. This means that it’s no longer necessary to feed the cable. High shape retention and durability are further positive features of the engine sealing frame. It is also fully reusable in maintenance cases. Savings on costs over the entire life cycle of the electronic connector gasket amount to up to 40 percent in comparison with conventional gaskets. Proven under test conditions The electronic connector gasket proved itself in a vehicle endurance test of over 240,000 km before ever being put to commercial use. It also passed all commonly used industry standard tests and surpassed their standardised values. Such tests included examinations under dynamic operating conditions, stress from internal engine heat and oil as well as thermal aging. The special rubber composition in particular yields a high level of flexibility and sealant effect under long-term temperature loads of up to 160°C with peak values of up to 190°C. About Dana Holding Corporation Dana is a leading international supplier of drive trains, sealing systems and thermal management products. The technologies engineered by Dana enhance the efficiency and performance of passenger cars, commercial-vehicles and off highway vehicles, utilizing both conventional and alternative drive concepts. The corporation’s global network of development, manufacturing and distribution facilities offer local product and service support to OEM and aftermarket customers. With headquarters in Maumee, Ohio, the corporation employs a workforce of around 23,000 in 26 countries and achieved total sales of US$ 7.2 billion in...
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A smooth first filling after a replacement: REINZOADD gets turbochargers off to a perfect start. During normal operation, the turbocharger is integrated into the lubrication circuit and is constantly rinsed with oil – but after it’s been replaced, it starts out dry. Only once the engine has been started does the lubrication circuit build up the necessary pressure to fill the turbocharger with oil – but there’s a delay. And this critical dry phase is precisely what REINZOADD is there for to bridge. It is essential to fill up the turbocharger before the first compression takes place. Otherwise, the turbocharger will run hot and cause irreparable damage – or even total destruction – to the engine. REINZOADD uses the solid lubricant MoS2 to form a heavy-duty lubricating film on all surfaces of the turbocharger to reduce friction and wear – with ideal properties for emergency operation. The turbocharger is ready to start right away. The Dana turbo experts recommend using REINZOADD every time a turbocharger is installed – for all designs from conventional turbochargers to ones with variable turbine geometry. Benefits of REINZOADD lubricant A tested additive for initial turbocharger filling which has proven itself in daily use at the shop. An effective combination of additional ingredients and MoS2. Allows you to start up the turbocharger safely right after installation Reduces friction and wear. Improves turbochargers’ emergency operation properties and extends their service lives. Dana’s Aftermarket product line Dana, a worldwide leading supplier of drive trains, sealing systems and thermal management products, also presents a broad spectrum of high-performance and efficient solutions for the field of aftermarket parts. The product range of successful brands includes: Dana®, Spicer®, Victor Reinz®, Glaser®, GWB®, Thompson®, TruCool®, SVL® and Transejes® and offers replacement parts of superior quality worldwide. The offer comprises aftermarket products from original and third-party manufacturers for the maintenance and repair of passenger cars as well as utility and off-road vehicles. The Dana Aftermarket team operates out of 13 distribution centers all over the world and is there to provide personal customer assistance and technical support. Extensive inventories in stock guarantee high product availability with quick delivery times. Read...
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