The tradeoff between adequate spark energy and adequate spark duration ends with AEM's High-Output Inductive Coils — the first inductive coils that deliver CDI-like spark energy and voltage along with the long spark duration needed for high-compression, high-RPM, forced-induction and nitrous engines. Enthusiasts running these setups are often aware of the compromise between inductive coils (long spark duration, but lower energy) and Capacitive Discharge Ignition (CDI) systems (an intense energy burst, but almost no spark duration). AEM's High-Output Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) "Smart" Inductive Coils end that compromise, delivering over 100mJ of spark energy and a minimum of 40,000 volts — as much as most CDI systems — without needing a CDI module, while still providing long spark duration at full energy.
Important: this coil is intended for coil-near-plug use only. It is not intended for distributed ignition applications, and AEM cannot guarantee or warranty performance when used on a distributor-based ignition.
This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning per the manufacturer's data.
Specifications:
- Output (no load): 40kV minimum
- Output (50pF load): 40kV +/- 10%
- Output Energy: 103 mJ +/- 7%
- Peak Secondary Current: 102 mA +/- 10%
- Arc Duration: 2.9mS +/- 10%
- Turns Ratio: 71:1
- Maximum Current: 19 Amps
- Maximum Battery Voltage: 17 Volts
- Base Dwell: 3.0mS; Max Continuous Dwell: 9mS (under 40% duty cycle)
- High Tension Wire Terminal: HEI "spark plug top" style
- Mating Connector: Packard/Delphi 12162825 "Pull to Seat"
- Warranty: Manufacturer's 1-Year Warranty
- Part Number: 30-2853
FAQ
How much spark energy does the AEM 30-2853 coil produce?
It is rated for 103 mJ +/- 7% output energy with a minimum of 40,000 volts, comparable to many CDI systems, without needing a CDI module.
Can the 30-2853 be used with a distributor?
No. This coil is intended for coil-near-plug use only and is not designed or warrantied for distributed ignition applications.
What connector does the AEM 30-2853 coil use?
It uses a Packard/Delphi 12162825 "Pull to Seat" mating connector with a HEI-style spark plug top high tension wire terminal.
