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Re: Understanding why diesels use high voltage for injectors
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 11/3/2017

Higher pressure isn't really the reason for higher voltage. Common rail injectors use a two stage hydraulic mechanical advantage for opening and closing. They are easily controlled with a relatively low power electrical system to change the force balance insid... Login to read more.