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SLICK MAGNETO

FEATURES
Champion Slick Magnetos make timing, installation,
inspection, and maintenance simpler and more
convenient than ever before. We also incorporated
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
mechanic-endorsed features to improve
The function of the aviation piston engine ignition system is to
performance and service life.
provide an electrical spark to ignite the fuel/air mixture in the
• Lift-off housing – Internal timing is not disturbed engine cylinders. The ignition system of the engine is a separate
during inspections. system and is not part of the airplane’s overall electrical system.
The magneto type ignition system is used on most reciprocating
• Simplified internal timing – Improved internal aircraft engines. Magnetos are engine-driven self-contained units
that supply electrical current without using an external source of
markings and unique Slick E-gap tool make timing
current. Magnetos are frequently not maintained to requirements
easier and more accurate. specified in L1363 Manual- 4300/6300 Series Magneto Mainte-
nance and Overhaul Manual, probably because they’re so reliable
• Fully sealed bearings – Keeps contaminants out and all engines have a redundant magneto. Magnetos need regular
and grease in for smoother operation and less maintenance, and the consequences of neglect can be devastating.
maintenance.
Modern airplane engines are required by to have a dual ignition
• Lower EMI Levels – Redesigned housing improves system – that is, two separate magnetos to supply the electric
sealing and results in less radio noise. current to the two spark plugs contained in each cylinder. One
magneto system supplies the current to one set of plugs, while
the second magneto system supplies the current to the other set
• OEM Approved – Models are available for more of plugs. The airplane’s double ignition system provides better
than 225,000 engines – all compatible with existing performance because of more efficient combustion and a higher
Slick Ignition Harnesses. level of safety through redundancy.

Champion Slick magnetos have applications on nearly all piston


engines and are known for the following design features:

• Smaller and lighter unique design allowing for a dimensionally


smaller magneto, resulting in easier installation and lighter
weight- as much as one pound lighter than competitive
magnetos.

• Radio noise suppression- Slick magnetos feature superior


noise suppression, eliminating the need for magneto filters.

• Easy to maintain- Slick magnetos use up to 50% fewer parts


than the competitive aircraft magnetos. In addition, 70% of
the parts in any Slick magneto are interchangeable with the
comparable parts in other current production Slick magnetos.

Champion Aerospace, LLC. | 1230 Old Norris Road | Liberty, SC 29657 | O. 864-843-1162 | F. 864-843-5469 | www.ChampionAerospace.com
Slick magnetos are engineered so that mechanical parts wear at a Slick magnetos can also be economically serviced at 500-hour
balanced rate. Consistent and complimentary wear patterns estab- intervals. To ensure their reliability, all AD’s are complied with and
lish the recommended maintenance intervals defined in Champion the following high wear parts are replaced:
Aerospace service literature, so used and service-worn parts should • Brush
never be used to troubleshoot or repair a magneto, nor should
• Capacitor(s)
original parts be replaced by used service worn parts on magnetos
being returned to service. • Points
• Rotor Gear
Further, non-Champion Aerospace manufactured parts may wear • Impulse Spring (as applicable)
at uneven and different rates than original Champion Aerospace
manufactured parts, making Champion Aerospace service literature For aircraft that operate in demanding environments, use
an inappropriate guide to proper maintenance. Parts not manufac- Champion SlickSTART™ technology; Cold Start, Hot Start,
tured by Champion Aerospace, even if FAA/PMA Approved, may not Any Start, SlickSTART. SlickSTART unleashes a firestorm
fit or operate like original Champion Aerospace manufactured parts. of ignition energy to get your engine started under the worst
FAA testing of PMA parts does not require operation on an engine environmental conditions. SlickSTART is so effective, even sub-
or flight tests and does not require the test duration to exceed the optimal fuel mixtures and seriously fouled spark plugs won’t stop
maintenance intervals called out in Champion Aerospace literature. the capacitive discharge output from providing the ignition boost
For these reasons, used service worn parts or parts not your engine needs for reliable starts under demanding conditions.
manufactured by Champion Aerospace may adversely affect SlickSTART’s sure starting power:
magneto reliability in ways not anticipated by Champion Aerospace
and its service literature. • Delivers up to 340% more spark energy to your plugs
during starting
Genuine Champion Aerospace parts are produced and inspected • Increase output voltage by more than 30%
under rigorous procedures to ensure airworthiness and suitability • Overcomes poor engine priming
in Slick magnetos. Parts purchased from sources other than • Reduces costly electrical stress to your battery and starter
Champion Aerospace (even though outwardly identical in
• Is approved for use with Slick Magnetos
appearance) may not have had the required tests and inspections
performed, may be different in fabrication techniques and materials,
Plus, it’s inexpensive and easy to install. Just add SlickSTART
and may be dangerous when installed in a Slick magneto.
to your impulse coupled magnetos or replace your antiquated
Salvaged magneto parts, reworked parts obtained from non-
starting vibrator.
Champion Aerospace approved sources, or parts the service history
of which is unknown or cannot be authenticated may have been
subjected to unacceptable stresses or temperatures or have other
hidden damage, not discernible through routine visual or usual
nondestructive testing techniques. This may render service work
with this part, even though originally manufactured by Champion
Aerospace, unsuitable or unsafe for use in a Slick magneto.
Champion Aerospace expressly disclaims any responsibility.

Champion Aerospace, LLC. | 1230 Old Norris Road | Liberty, SC 29657 | O. 864-843-1162 | F. 864-843-5469 | www.ChampionAerospace.com

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