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Spark Plug Counterfeits Poster
Spark Plug Counterfeits Poster
Spark Plug Counterfeits Poster
Appearance
Compare a potential counterfeit and a genuine DENSO Spark Plug side by side.
Production codes
Ground electrode angle Spark plugs from a new, sealed, 4 or 10 pack should
Counterfeit spark plugs have an unusual ground have the same production code. Non-matching JP PG GC GC
electrode angle which can lead to poor spark production codes within a 4 or 10 pack indicate
functionality or engine damage. non-genuine parts.
Ceramic diameter
Counterfeit products have inconsistency Barcodes
in the ceramic diameter. Use a calliper tool Counterfeit products have invalid or unusual
to measure the diameter. bar-codes.
Thread dimensions
Counterfeit spark plugs do not comply with Design quality
DENSO standards and will usually vary in thread The counterfeit products have poor packaging quality, irregularity or differences
length and / or thread pitch. in fold patterns, poor print and material quality when compared with genuine
products. In addition, the counterfeit packaging may include additional
unrecognised logos and/or stickers.
Gasket gap distance
Counterfeit spark plugs have a bigger gap than
the genuine product, which can be checked by
measuring the space between the spark plug Country of origin
body and gasket. The gasket thickness, metal and Genuine DENSO Spark Plugs are produced in manufacturing plants located
material can also vary from the genuine spark plug. in Japan, Indonesia, China and USA only.
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