Spark Arrester Test Procedure for Medium Size Engines
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This SAE Recommended Practice establishes equipment and procedures for testing spark arresters used on medium-size, single-position internal combustion engines, normally used in transportable, stationary, and vehicular applications, such as highway trucks, agricultural tractors, industrial tractors, other mobile equipment, and motorcycles. This document provides two methods of testing (laboratory testing and engine testing) which may be used to evaluate a spark arrester. It also includes special requirements for screen type devices and an endurance test procedure for screen type spark arresters.
Rationale: The current test procedure in the standard cannot be used for active emissions exhaust systems ((i.e. selective catalytic reduction or catalytic type systems. This revision will include a test procedure specific to these systems.