Failed EGT

[rlricks]

The right side EGT indication on the D-180 EMS for my Rotax 912 ULS is not working. On start up I get a good indication which shortly becomes sporadic and then fails completely. Any suggestions for a fix or troubleshooting?

 

[dynonsupport]

EGTs probes should be considered wear items - they slowly (sometimes quickly) ablate away by being in the exhaust gas stream. It sounds like it's simply time for a replacement.

 

[jakej]

or............ could be another issue, did you swap probes to confirm fault ?

As an aside - I've done many installs and never had to buy a replacement EGT probe. Not saying they don't fail, I just look for other causes for the symptoms before spending money on replacements.

It's pays to fit them further away from the cylinder head but no more than approx 4" as it can increase their life for example my plane has 1780 hrs (Lycoming) with only 2 EGT & nil CHT probes replaced during that time.

HTH

Jake J

 

[rlricks]

The EGT probe failed with less than nine hours on the engine. Is there a warranty period for replacement?

 

[dynonsupport]

We warrant probes for 1 year from the date of purchase.

 

[schristo]

sounds like a connector issue with the crimp...

 

[jakej]

there's an echo here ;D

Jake J

 

[trevpond]

Jake,

Certainly is an echo!!

regards


Trev