Glow Plug

Your Professional Glow Plug Supplier！

Kingko Industrial Co., Ltd was established in 2015, located in Suzhou, China(near Shanghai). We specialize in full range of spare parts exporting. Product: Engine, Electricity or Electronics, Body and Accessories, Drivetrain, Braking System, Steering System, Material and Equipment, Universal Parts, etc.

Why Choose Us

Professional Team

Our Team have been working in this field for over 8 years. After years of development, the company has created a wealth of experience in sales and after-sales service team,and has established an outstanding reputation among customers.

Our Certifications

We have our own factories and warehouses, All our factories are certified by ISO9001 and TS16949, some are OEM manufacturers.

Sales Market

Our customers are from all over the world, including customers from Europe, South America, Africa, South Asia, etc.

Glow Plug - Overview

A glow plug is a heating device used in diesel engines to assist with starting, especially in cold weather. It's a metal rod with a heating element at the tip that glows red hot when electricity is applied. This heat helps ignite the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder, making it easier to start the engine in cold temperatures.

Product Specification

We provide the following product specifications：

OEM #	0011591701
Engine Application
Vehicle Fit
Place of Origin	China
Price Terms	FOB
Minimum Order	5 PCS
Delivery Estimation	15 days
Standard Package Info	Inner Box Size: Carton Size: Gross Weight:
Delivery port	Shanghai

Product advantages

Overcoming Cold Start Challenges
The most obvious role of glow plugs is to compensate for the lack of heat generated during compression, especially when the engine is cold. This preheating ensures that the air inside the combustion chamber reaches a temperature at which it can support spontaneous ignition when diesel fuel is introduced.

Reducing Emission Levels
Efficient combustion is not only essential for engine performance but also for environmental considerations. Incomplete combustion can lead to higher emissions of unburned fuel and pollutants. By ensuring a more complete combustion process, glow plugs help reduce harmful emissions, making diesel engines more eco-friendly.

Enhancing Engine Longevity
When an engine struggles to start, there is an increased risk of wear and tear on critical components. Glow plugs contribute to a smoother and more reliable start, reducing the overall strain on the engine and potentially prolonging its lifespan.

Fuel Efficiency
A well-preheated combustion chamber promotes efficient and complete combustion, which, in turn, contributes to better fuel efficiency. This is not only beneficial for the environment but also for your wallet, as it means fewer trips to the fuel pump.

Structure of Glow Plug

Glow plugs actually look very similar to spark plugs. They are both short, vaguely pencil-shaped metal parts with a connector at the top end for wires. Glow plugs have a slimmer shape, however, and the heating element at the bottom end is more like a toaster element vs the small hook-shaped electrode on a spark plug.

The reason for glow plugs lies in how diesel engines work in comparison to gas engines. Diesel engines don't need or use spark plugs for combustion. Instead, diesel engines start through high compression, which creates superheated air that then spontaneously combusts diesel fuel when it enters the air.

The pressure required to heat the air to a high enough temperature for spontaneous combustion is immense. When the engine is cold, some of the compressed hot air gets lost in the cold cylinder walls. Glow plugs in the cylinders or the manifold solve this problem.

Test and Change

You'll need a multimeter set to read in Ohms in order to test your glow plugs. You may need to set your multimeter to a higher sensitivity to get a read on your glow plugs. Disconnect the glow plug wires first, then touch the negative leads of the multimeter to the negative terminal on your battery.

Take the positive lead of the multimeter and touch it to the glow plug terminal. For most glow plugs, the range for resistance should be between 0.1 and 6 Ohms. If your glow plugs exceed or fall below that, then they may need to be replaced.

Glow plugs are relatively straightforward to change. The first step is to disconnect the battery cable, then you'll need to remove the valve cover to locate the glow plugs. The glow plug wires will need to be disconnected first, then you can remove the old glow plugs. Insert the new glow plugs in each cylinder, then reconnect the cables.

Customization Process

Requirement Discussion:

Design Proposal:

Our professional team will develop a design proposal and provide a quotation based on your requirements.

Sample Production:

We produce samples according to the design proposal and conduct rigorous testing.

Mass Production:

Upon your approval, we commence mass production to ensure timely delivery and consistent quality.

After-Sales Service:

We offer ongoing technical support and service to ensure the long-term stable operation of our products.

Other Services

Machining:

We offers complete cylinder head, crankshaft and block machining; the life of the engine begins with precision machine work

Parts:

We is a warehouse distributor for major engine part manufactures servicing domestic, import, truck, and heavy duty engines

Rebuilding:

We builds engines around your customer's needs, for all the Rebuild, Repower and Restore motorheads out there

Engines:

We sells high quality re-manufactured engines with a three year, 100,000 mile no-fault warranty

FAQ

Q: What are the benefits of glow plugs?

A: Pre-heating and post- heating of GN glow plugs ensure that the engine reaches the operating temperature quicker. This preserves the engine, results in quieter engine running and prevents knocking. The fuel will then be burnt more evenly and more completely.

Q: Do glow plugs improve performance?

A: Glow plugs help to provide the additional heat in the combustion chamber. If the required temperature is not reached due to faulty glow plugs, the engine's performance will be weakened, and it will have to work extra hard to meet the demands of the road. The vehicle's fuel efficiency will be negatively affected.

Q: Are glow plugs better than spark plugs?

A: While spark plugs ignite the engine's air-fuel mixture whenever the vehicle is running, glow plugs act as a starting aid to get the engine going. Diesel engines rely on the heat from the compression of air to ignite fuel, making them difficult to start when cold.

Q: What is the lifespan of glow plugs?

A: Glow plugs normally last for around 80,000 to 100,000 miles - although this can depend on make, quality and driving style.

Q: Are you manufacturer or trading company?

A: We are manufacturer.

Q: What's your best delivery time?

A: Within 15-30 days.

Q: What is the quality control of your product?

A: Follow strictly quality control measures for implementation,

Q: Will your company provide free sample?

A: It depends on which sort of item you want to get. Some can be provided free of charge, however, the client shall assume the shipping fees himself.

Q: Is OEM open to clients?

A: Yes, we can provide both OEM and ODM service.

Q: How can our company be your distribution partner?

A: We welcome you to be our distributor. For further details, please contact us.

Q: What is the payment of sample?

A: T/T and Alipay both acceptable.

As one of the leading glow plug suppliers in China, we warmly welcome you to wholesale cheap glow plug in stock here from our factory. All customized products are with high quality and low price. For free sample, contact us now.

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