E8 Series

Fuel and Ignition Control System

E8 System Description
T he H A LT E C H E8 is a powerful “real-time” E8 Kit Contents: ECU Inputs:
programmable fuel injection system computer designed for those Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Crank Position Sensor
seeking optimum performance. The E8 has a total of 8 fuel Choice of flying lead wiring Cam Position Sensor
and ignition outputs. Unused fuel and ignition outputs are loom or plug-in patch loom MAP Sensor (1,2 and 3 Bar)
available as auxiliary outputs. In addition, the E8 has 4 PWM 3 x Power Relays Throttle Position
outputs, 2 auxillary digital outputs, 4 analogue inputs, 1 digital Communication Cable (potentiometer type)
input, closed loop idle control and dedicated outputs for stepper Programming Software Coolant Temperature
motor idle control. Instruction Manual (on CD) Air Temperature
Optional Extras: Barometric Pressure
With the outputs available for controlling fuel and ignition, the Air Temperature Sensor Oxygen Sensor
E8 is well equipped to run engines with sequential fuel and
Coolant Temperature Sensor Road Speed
modern multi-coil ignition systems.
MAP Sensor Auxiliary Analog Input (x3)
Throttle Position Sensor Auxiliary Digital Input (x1)
Most OEM coils and ignitors, and most aftermarket coils and
ignitors can be controlled by the E8, all configurable via Halwin. System Features: ECU Outputs:
Piston Engines: 4, 5, 6 & 8 cylinders Injector Drivers: 4
The programming software for the E8 is the latest Halwin Rotary Engines: 2 rotor Up to 4 injector Outputs
software package that is included with the ECU. This software Max Operating RPM: 16000 RPM Fuel Pump Relay Control
takes advantage of the Windows™ graphical environment to
Variable RPM range map points PWM outputs (x4)
provide a user friendly software package. The Halwin software
Map resolution: 32 RPM ranges Idle air control (IAC)
allows access to adjustment of all settings and calibration maps.
by 32 load points for all 3D maps Auxillory digital out (x2)
In addition the software is capable of displaying live data in the
form of graphical gauges for easy viewing whilst connected to Trigger Signal Type: Accessories:
the ECU. Hall Effect Sensor Boost/Fuel/Ignition Trim module
User Configurable Outputs: Optical Sensor Idle Air Control Motor
*Closed loop idle speed *Closed loop 02 Sensor Inductive Magnetic Reluctor Oxygen Sensor
*Electronic boost control *Deceleration fuel cut Electronic boost control
*Thermo-fan *NOS enable *Intercooler fan
Trigger Pattern:
solenoid
*Shiftlight *Aux. fuel pump *Tacho (5v,8v,12v) Single Pulse per Cycle
Ignition Modules
*Stall saver *Anti-lag *Staging signal Multi-tooth
Ignition Coils
*Turbo timer *VTECH *Torque convertor lock up Nissan Optical
*Rev limiter *Air con *Dual intake valve Bosch Motronic Data Storage
*Load Switch *Extra Injector *Air Conditioner
*RPM Switch *TPS Switch *Engine Control relay
Subaru Features:
Mitsubishi Std Map Storage and Retrieval
*BAC valve (2 wire & 3 wire IAC)
(not all functions are available at the same time) Laptop Data Logging
Ignition Configuration: On Board Data Logging
The E8 System has adjustable fuel maps each with 32 load Single Distributor
bars and 32 RPM ranges. The E8 will run up to 16000 rpm Twin Distributor
with better resolution and greater accuracy than ever before. Direct Fire Wasted Spark
Direct Fire Coil on plug
Typical Applications: Ignition toggle support for
rotary engines
Conversion from carburetion to fuel injection
Control of fuel injection/ignition on modified engines Injector Firing Mode:
Race and rally applications of all descriptions Sequential
Design and development purposes
Multi-Point
Educational use by universities and colleges
Throttle Body (Batch)
Original equipment in cars and motorcycles
Staged

*Available upon special request

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 E8 Series
Fuel and Ignition Control System
E8 Specifications
Engine Suitability Adjustable Features
Up to 16,000 rpm | 4, 5, 6, 8 | 2 rotors BASE FUEL MAP: 32 RPM ranges to 16,000rpm, 32 Load points per
Normally aspirated or supercharged up to 400kPa (60psi). Higher boost range, (with programmable ranges) up to 32ms with 6.4us resolution.
pressure MAP sensors available by arrangement. IGNITION MAP: 32 RPM ranges, RPM to 16,000rpm, 32 Load points per
Load sensing by throttle position or manifold pressure. range (with programmable ranges), up to 60° advance, with 0.1° resolution
Multipoint, Batch, Staged or Sequential injection patterns. CORRECTION MAPS
Distributor ignition systems, or direct fire systems with 1 to 4 coils.
FUEL Barometric – 32 points
Cold Start Prime - 32 points
Power Requirements Coolant Temperature Enrichment - (2D - 32 points) (3D – 256 points)
Power Source: 9.5 to 16.5 Volts DC
Air Temperature Adjustment - 32 points
Consumption
Battery Voltage Correction - 32 points
Haltech ECU: 470 mA at 12 Volts Closed Throttle (selectable) - 32 points
Injector Load: Dependent on injector type. Approx. proportional to Full Throttle (selectable) - 32 points
injector duty cycle. (Typically 0.6 Amps per injector) Post Start -32 points
Throttle Pump Enrich -32 points
Physical Specifications Throttle Pump Sustain -32 points
ECU DIMENSIONS: Length: 170 mm, Width: 145 mm, Depth: 42 mm
Throttle Pump Decay -32 points
WEIGHT: ECU: 650g (1.5 lb), Sensors: 500g(1.1 lb)
Throttle Pump Temp -32 points
Input Sensors End of injection – 32 points
MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE (MAP) Sensor (SUPPLIED SEPARATELY AT EXTRA COST) Staged Injection Angle Split Map – 32 points
1 Bar - 100kPa to 0kPa (Naturally Aspirated) Staged Injection Map – 32 points
2 Bar - 100kPa to 100kPa (up to 1 Bar or 15 psi boost) Individual Cylinder Trimming +/- 12.5%
3 Bar - 100kPa to 200kPa (up to 2 Bar or 30 psi boost) IGNITION Crank Advance - 32 points
4 Bar - 100kPa to 300kPa (up to 2 Bar or 45 psi boost) Coolant Temperature Advance/Retard - 32 points
5 Bar - 100kPa to 400kPa (up to 3 Bar or 60 psi boost) Air Temperature Advance/Retard - (2D - 32 points) (3D – 256 points)
TEMPERATURE SENSORS (Air and Coolant) Individual Cylinder Trimming +/- 10°
NTC temperature dependent resistor type. PROGRAMMABLE REV-LIMIT: selectable as either fuel or ignition
Operating Range FUEL CUT ON DECELERATION
Continuous -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F) ACCELERATOR PUMP: Enrichment, sustain and decay parameters.
Intermittent up to 125°C (257°F)
IDLE SPEED CONTROL: Target Idle Speed, Cold Idle-up RPM, Post-start
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR: 10k rotary potentiometer driven RPM setting
from throttle shaft.
CLOSED LOOP O2 CONTROL: With both cruise and idle settings
INTERNAL BAROMETRIC PRESSURE SENSOR
ENGINE SPEED PICKUP: Compatible with most trigger systems: Miscellaneous
5, 8 or 12 volt square wave; LAPTOP DATA LOGGING: Engine data information logged at a nominal
Pull-to-ground (open collector) rate of 40 logs per second, stored to disk. Limited by disk space.
Internal reluctor adaptor for magnetic (or ‘reluctor’) triggers.
STORAGE FOR APPROX: 2 minutes at 200 logs per second, 6 channels of
Support for most standard tooth patterns.
data. 40 minutes at 10 logs per second, 6 channels, 7 hours at 1 log per
(Please contact Haltech or its representatives for further assistance).
second, 6 channels.
REAL TIME PROGRAMMING: Instant, hesitation free adjustment while engine
ECU Outputs is running.
INJECTOR DRIVER: 4 x 4/1Amp peak-and-hold current limiting drivers:
RUGGED ALUMINIUM CASING: Red anodised with integral cooling fins
Up to four low-impedance injectors or Up to eight high-impedance injectors.
and mounting brackets.
IGNITION OUTPUT: To optional Haltech Ignition Module, trigger by ECU,
for directly firing the coil. (MAY ALSO BE COMPATIBLE WITH OTHER IGNITERS. ASK YOUR
HALTECH DEALER .)
Optional
HALTUNER: Inexpensive dash mounted Air-Fuel Ratio Meter.
PULSE WIDTH MODULATED (PWM) OUTPUT: 4 x Dedicated PWM outputs.
IGNITION COILS: Available as Single, Dual and six pack.
Suitable for controlling turbo wastegate, solenoid valves, shift lights, etc.
OPTIONAL IGNITION IGNITER WITHOUT DWELL CONTROL: Available as
FUEL PUMP CONTROL: 20A fused relay, features automatic priming and switch-off.
single, dual and triple igniters. CDI ignition available on request
OPTIONAL MIXTURE / IGNITION / BOOST TRIM MODULE
System Programming Requirements
COMPUTER: IBM-PC or compatible, preferably laptop or notebooks, 233MHz Provides ±12½%, ±25% or ±50% injection time adjustment for fast tuning.
processor (preferably >400MHz), VGA colour display, Windows 95, 98, 2000 Provides ±5°, ±10° and ±12.5° ignition advance adjustment for fast tuning
or XP, 4Mb of memory, 10 MB of free Disk space. Provides 0 - 100% boost trim adjustment.
DISK DRIVE: CD-ROM drive. Optional Boost Control Solenoid.
SERIAL PORT: Standard RS232C port - 9 pin D connector (25 pin cable Optional Dual Hall Effect Sensor Kit.
available on request), COM1 or COM2 (selectable). Optional Four Wire Heated Oxygen Sensor.
Optional Idle Air Control Motor Housing.
Optional Idle Air Control Motor.
Optional Idle Air Control Motor Housing.
Optional Idle Air Control Motor.

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