In the world of automobiles, each component has its own unique mission and life trajectory. When we talk about the daily maintenance and maintenance of a car, we tend to focus on the components that are used frequently, such as oil change intervals or tire wear. However, in the engine compartment, there is an obscure hero - the starter, who is only active for 20 minutes in a year, but its importance cannot be overstated.
Imagine that when you press the start button or turn the key, the car comes to life as if by magic. Behind the magic of this moment, the starter is silently at work. Although it has an extremely short working time, taking only 1 to 2 seconds per start, the car cannot start without it.
The invention of the starter can be traced back to August 17, 1915, when Charles · of General Motors F. · Kettering invented this device and was the first to apply it to Cadillac models. This invention revolutionized the way people started cars, saying goodbye to the laborious and dangerous method of starting cars with a crank handle in the past. With the advancement of technology, the starter has gradually become an integral part of every car.
Although the operating time of the starter is very short, it is unusually intensive. At start-up, the starter needs to withstand up to 200 to 400 amps, which is enough to dwarf any on-board appliance. Still, the starter is one of the most durable parts in a car, typically withstanding more than 50,000 starts, which means that even if you start the car 8 times a day for 10 years of continuous use, the starter will still be up to the task.
Although the starter is quite durable, there are some precautions for use. For example, when encountering a situation where it does not start properly, avoid trying to start for a long time to prevent damage to the starter coil. In addition, modern cars are generally equipped with keyless start systems, which not only improve convenience, but also effectively prevent damage caused by misoperation.
With the popularity of start-stop systems, many people have become concerned about whether this will have a negative impact on the life of the starter. In fact, the start-stop system is equipped with a starter that is specially designed to last longer, up to more than 100,000 cycles. Therefore, the owner does not need to worry too much about the damage to the starter caused by the frequent use of the start-stop system.
Epilogue:
Although the starter is hailed as the "laziest part", its importance cannot be overlooked. Behind every start, it is the starter who is silently working to ensure that we can travel safely and conveniently. While enjoying the convenience of modern technology, don't forget to thank these seemingly inconspicuous but vital automotive components. If you have any questions about cars, welcome to leave a message and let's explore more secrets about cars together.