Abstract: A fuel injector solenoid includes an armature through which a high pressure fuel passage extends. Because the fuel passage is disposed within the armature, the solenoid can be made larger, thereby permitting greater armature forces to be developed.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
November 3, 1997
Date of Patent:
November 2, 1999
Assignees:
Caterpillar, Inc., Lucas Industries Public Limited Company
Inventors:
James J. Streicher, Marvin P. Schneider