What Size Map Sensor

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les_garten
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What Size Map Sensor

Post by les_garten »

I have a normally aspirated Motor.

What are the advantages of different size map sensors?

I would prefer the Map sensor(in Microsquirt) to only show 0 to 100 kpa. I don't need any more range.

But sometimes a 2 or 3 bar sensor may be cheaper.

Can you limit a 2 or 3 bar sensor to only show 1 bar in the Software?
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dontz125
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Re: What Size Map Sensor

Post by dontz125 »

The advantage of a 1 bara sensor is granularity - for a given change in voltage, you have a smaller change in pressure. Take a look at the MPX4115AP which is a lower-rated version of the standard sensor used on the MegaSquirt.

You can't rescale a pressure sensor.
les_garten
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Re: What Size Map Sensor

Post by les_garten »

Thanx!

That's what I was thinking why I would want a 1 bar sensor.
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Re: What Size Map Sensor

Post by old guy »

Les

Sorry I forgot to answer your e-mail. Combination of a crazy week and old man syndrome.
You can find the mpx sensors on E-Bay for a pretty decent price.
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