Towards helping OEMs meet worldwide regulations
Designed to meet the significant market challenges faced by automakers around the world, Delphi Automotive PLC is launching a new family of Diesel Common Rail Systems, including diesel solenoid injectors, fuel pumps, engine control units (ECUs) and rails for light- and medium-duty applications.
The new family of technologies, which will be available later this year on a new engine of a major European car manufacturer, was introduced at the 35th annual International Vienna Motor Symposium held in Hofburg, Austria, on May 8 and 9.
“This new high-performance, modular family of Diesel Common Rail Systems will help car manufacturers improve fuel efficiency,” said Mr. John Fuerst, President, Delphi Diesel Systems. “Our engineers’ innovative concepts are dedicated to assisting our customers in meeting increasingly stricter emissions standards while maintaining the performance levels consumers expect.”
Next generation technologies
Delphi’s modular approach for its common rail systems are of robust design with a range of performances matching different engine needs. 
Integrated, innovative features offer new perspectives to diesel engine design and performance.
“With Delphi’s approach, the OEMs won’t need to modify their engines to fit Delphi systems. The modular approach utilized for the development helps engine manufacturers to integrate the technologies in their engine family with the possibility to optimize the injection performance in the same environment,” explained Mr. Fuerst.
The new family of diesel fuel injection equipment offers improved performance through injection pressure increased up to 2,500 bar, leakage reduction, and multiple injection optimization, as the fuel injectors are capable of up to nine injections per cycle. These innovations translate into better injection control and combustion, thereby reducing fuel consumption and CO2 and other emissions.
“The fuel efficiency that diesel engines offer allows them to successfully penetrate both the passenger and commercial vehicles. Their best-in-class fuel economy will continue to ensure diesel engines are a popular choice across Europe and in many other markets”, added Mr. Fuerst.
The benefits of Delphi’s new Diesel Common Rail systems family include:
* Low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions through improved combustion; weight reduction; and hydraulic, mechanical and electrical efficiency
* Cost-effective and flexible solutions through simpler, modular component features and optimized functions
* Fun to drive and reliable through low combustion noise, high performance and worldwide diesel fuel robustness.