The Delphi YDT553 Fuel Analyser
Special On-line Price £1250 + vat
Retail £1630 + vat

• First phase fuel analysis for diesel/biodiesel
• Immediate identification of contaminated fuel
• Displays biodiesel percentage +/-1%
• Hand held robust enclosure
• Provides print-out of analysis
• Real time results
• Stainless steel easy clean sensor
• Programmable limits and error codes

 Research has shown that up to 80% of diesel engine problems stem from fuel contamination or poor quality fuel. Now only £1250  vat the YDT553 fuel analyser gives the ability for measuring to identify failures caused by fuelling issues.

The Delphi Fuel Analyser is a robust, hand-held unit that provides immediate and accurate results via a digital display screen.

The tool will specify the level of biodiesel in the fuel sample, and identify if impurities are present.

Using this data, the workshop or garage can immediately identify whether there is an unacceptable amount of biodiesel present or impurities which will have impacted on the fuel injection system.

The volume of fuel required to undertake an analysis by Delphi’s Fuel Analyser is only 46ml. This small amount of fuel can be retrieved from the fuel pump or the filter, making this tool ideal for workshops receiving only system components, in addition to garages carrying out vehicle servicing.

  Kit contents

• Hand held unit: USB Cable:
• Mains adapter with interchangeable European & American adapters:
• 3 x 50ml measuring tubes:
• Quickstart guide featuring the error code table & error descriptions:
• CD, includingcomplete user manual and reporting software. 

DieselPartsDirect  EXTRA

Not only do we offer good pricing but, also a free of charge with no limit email helpline (Normally answered the same working day) with reference to the tool you have purchased. Unlike motor factors we are a fully operating diesel injection workshop using the tooling we sell. Full details on purchase.

For full details and futher information please ring 01233 642816 or email neil@thomasautos.co.uk

Biodiesel: The Cost Implications

As diesel technology evolves, so do engine tolerances for lower quality fuels, and this is especially true in the case of the precise common rail injection technology. Research has proven that unblended biodiesel, over the acceptable EN590 fuel standard that includes a blend of up to 7% biodiesel, can cause: - Long-term engine/injector deposits - Ring sticking - Lube oil gelling - Reduction of engine life - Blocked filters - Seal degradation    The above image demonstrates the increasing deposits associated with higher levels of biofuels, such as Rapeseed Methyl Ester (RME) and Soy Methyl Ester (SME).

Why are these problems caused?

Today's engine and injectors are designed for high-quality diesel fuel which meets the recommended fuel standards. Diesel with a higher blend of biofuel is too 'thick' for most systems because of the greater viscosity of the raw oils. Furthermore, biodiesel is much more solvent than pure diesel fuels, meaning it picks up more contaminants when moving through the injection system. Lastly, biodiesels are more susceptible to microbial degradation than diesel fuels, making it more instable and likely to cause problems to such sensitive injection technology.

So what are the cost implications?

Issues experienced can range from poor running and smoking, to Diesel Particulate Filter(DPF) failure or even complete engine failure. The cost to the driver may be an injector repair, from £350; or a new DPF from £900. To help technicians perform a an initial check on the fuel and whether it meets EN590 standard, Delphi has introduced the innovative fuel analyser tool (YDT553). With the ability to test and provide a printed report of the biodiesel content of an automotive diesel fuel sample, Delphi's fuel analyser will help to vastly reduce diagnostic time by identifying potential fuel contamination problems