Tested by Underwriter's Laboratory and certified to meet or exceed U.S. Coast Guard safety standards for marine ignition systems, this Pro-Billet distributor bolts its cap to the aluminum base and includes flame arrestor holes with brass screens to prevent ignition of gas fumes in the engine compartment.
Specifications:
- Category: Ignition
- Product Type: Distributor
- Grade Type: Marine
- Color: Red
- Distributor Type: Magnetic Pickup
- Gear Material: Cast Iron, Melonized QPQ Coated
- Housing: CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housing and base, bolt-down cap, two flame arrestor holes with brass screens
- Connector: Weathertight, locked and sealed
- Certification: UL Approved
- Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
- Part Number: 8560
Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control. Will not accept a vacuum advance canister.
FAQ
Is the MSD 8560 marine distributor certified?
Yes, it's UL Approved and tested to meet or exceed U.S. Coast Guard safety standards for marine ignition systems.
How does the 8560 prevent gas fume ignition?
Two flame arrestor holes with brass screens are machined into the base to prevent ignition of gas fumes that may build up in the engine compartment.
What connector does the 8560 use?
A Weathertight Connector for a positive-lock, water-resistant connection.
What ignition control does the 8560 require?
It must be used with an MSD Ignition Control.
Is the MSD 8560 CARB legal?
No CARB Exemption Order Number is listed for this part.
