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Autool  |  SKU: SPT105

Autool SPT105 | Spark Plug Tester

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€32,95 incl.
€27,23 excl.

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The Autool SPT105 spark plug tester is a stationary diagnostic device designed for detailed inspection of loose spark plugs outside the vehicle. Within the ignition system, this instrument offers the ability to assess spark plug performance by electronically simulating engine operation. The device focuses specifically on visual and functional inspection of the ignition spark, which is essential when diagnosing misfires, weak spark generation, or incomplete combustion in 12V petrol engines.

During the diagnostic procedure, the spark plug is placed in the device, allowing it to be tested completely independently of the vehicle's own ignition coil and wiring. This enables the technician to directly observe the spark strength and discharge stability through the transparent shield. The left test port features an adjustable socket with height adjustment with a range of 8 millimeters, which correctly positions even spark plugs with non-standard or extended threads. The integrated pulse generator delivers an adjustable test signal, allowing the load on the electrode to be precisely simulated at various engine speeds.

KEY FEATURES

✔Dual test port — Test two spark plugs side by side, so a suspect plug can be directly compared with a new reference plug.
✔Variable frequency simulation from 0 to 6000 revolutions per minute for diagnosis under dynamic load.
✔Adjustable socket with 8 mm range — Also suitable for spark plugs with extended threads, where a fixed port cannot make a proper ground connection.
✔The transparent safety shield protects the user from high voltage during the test cycle.

LIMITATIONS

✕Tests only the spark plug; any defects in the ignition coil or wiring are not detected.
✕Requires mains power of 110V or 220V, making on-site diagnosis at the vehicle impossible.
✕For petrol engine spark plugs only — Glow plugs from diesel engines operate on a different principle and cannot be tested with this device.
✕No digital display — Engine speed is adjusted using a rotary knob without numerical readout on a screen.

Application and functionality

The Autool SPT105 is designed for targeted spark plug testing on the workbench. The features below support efficient evaluation of ignition components.

  • Comparative spark diagnosis: The device is equipped with two test ports. This allows a suspect, used spark plug to be tested simultaneously alongside a new reference spark plug, so visual differences in spark intensity can be observed directly.
  • RPM simulation: Using the rotary switch on the control panel, the frequency of the ignition pulse is adjusted continuously. This enables the technician to simulate engine speeds from 0 to 6000 revolutions per minute to identify misfires, flashover, or ignition failure under higher engine loads.
  • Visual spark assessment: Through the transparent cover, the color, thickness, and consistency of the spark can be evaluated, revealing insulation damage, fouling, or excessive electrode gap.

Special features and capabilities

This stationary tester is equipped with mechanical adjustments to ensure broad applicability and safety during high-voltage testing.

  • Adjustable test height: The left test port features a screw mechanism with an adjustment range of 8 millimeters. This ensures correct clamping and ground connection for spark plugs with non-standard or extended threads, as commonly used in modern engines.
  • Integrated safety shield: Above the test ports, a hinged transparent plastic cover is mounted. This must be closed during operation and prevents exposure to high voltage, while the spark discharge remains clearly visible for inspection.

Compatible vehicles and ignition systems

The device is designed for universal application on standard ignition components of light motor vehicles.

  • Vehicle category: Passenger cars, light commercial vans, and motorcycles with a 12V electrical system.
  • Ignition system: Regular petrol engines equipped with standard spark plugs, not glow plugs.
  • Diagnostic application: Visual testing and comparative performance measurement of spark plugs outside the engine block.

Package contents

  • 1x Autool SPT105 spark plug tester with integrated safety cover
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Good to know: Make sure spark plugs are free of liquid fuel residue or heavy carbon buildup before testing. Contamination insulates the spark or conducts it along the insulator, resulting in an incorrect assessment of the electrode. Clean and dry a suspect spark plug first, so you can evaluate the actual spark pattern and not the effect of deposits.

Technical specifications

Specification Description
Product brand Autool
Product model SPT105
Product type Stationary spark plug tester for workbench use
Number of test ports 2, can be used simultaneously
Simulation range RPM 0 to 6000 revolutions per minute
Port height adjustment 8 mm, on the left test port
Compatible with Spark plugs for 12V petrol engines
Power supply required 110V or 220V mains power
Safety features Hinged transparent safety shield
Device dimensions, L x W x H 147 x 90 x 112 mm
Packaging dimensions, L x W x H 159 x 100 x 118 mm
Device weight 300 grams
Model number SPT105