Sensors, adapters & accessories for accurate readings and reliable installs. Inline coolant hose housings (32–40 mm), oil sandwich plates, 1/8 NPT / 1/8 BSP fittings, weld-on bungs, temperature and pressure senders, EGT probes, AIT sensors, looms and mounts. Brands include AEM, Auto Gauge, VDO, Innovate, DRACING, Epman and Turboworks. Build a matched system with correct thread, proper sealing and clean electrical connections.
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Net price: 16 €
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Net price: 2 €
Net price: 2 €
Net price: 2 €
Brief summary + key benefits
Quality sensors and adapters make gauges trustworthy. Match threads, place the probe where the medium actually flows and seal correctly. We stock inline coolant housings (32–40 mm), oil sandwich plates, 1/8 NPT / 1/8 BSP / metric fittings, EGT thermocouples, AIT sensors, wiring and mounts from AEM, Auto Gauge, VDO, Innovate, DRACING, Epman, Turboworks and more.
Technical Basics
Threads: 1/8 NPT (taper) seals on the thread; 1/8 BSP (parallel) seals with a copper/aluminium washer. Common metrics: M10×1, M12×1.5. EGT typically uses a K-type probe and a weld-in bung. AIT sensors vary in NTC curves—pair with the intended gauge/ECU.
Placement: water temp reads well in an inline hose housing near the head; oil pressure/temp is best at the gallery or filter housing. Boost can be taken from a MAP sensor or vacuum hose. Place EGT upstream of the turbine, 40–90 cm, angled at 2–3 o’clock.
Materials & wiring: stainless bungs, anodised aluminium housings, brass senders and heat-rated looms. Use solid grounds, shielded signal wiring and separate sensor/power returns to reduce noise.
Selection Criteria
Compatibility: match thread type (1/8 NPT, 1/8 BSP, metric), measurement range and signal (resistance/voltage/frequency). Prefer brand-matched senders (AEM, Auto Gauge, VDO) for calibrated readings.
Install location: choose inline for coolant; sandwich plate or T-piece at the oil gallery; never route pressurised oil into the cabin. Respect gas flow and protrusion on EGT.
Sealing: apply thread sealant only on tapered threads and keep sensor tips clean; use washers on parallel threads. Tighten to the maker’s torque to avoid cracking the seat.
Accessories: reducers, quick-connects, weld bungs, blanking plugs and wiring kits complete the install.
Installation & Maintenance
Test-fit, mark holes and bleed systems after opening coolant or oil circuits. For EGT, weld the bung and protect the thermocouple lead. Use fuses, route shielded signals away from ignition noise and re-check for leaks and loose grounds after heat cycles.
FAQ
1/8 NPT vs 1/8 BSP?
Most aftermarket gauges use 1/8 NPT; use an adapter if your sensor is BSP (parallel, seals with a washer).
Where to read coolant temp?
In an inline hose housing near the cylinder head for faster response.
Is mechanical oil line into the cabin safe?
Prefer electronic senders—keep fluids out of the interior.
Why is the signal unstable?
Poor grounding, electrical noise or trapped air; fix wiring and bleed the system.
Do AFR/EGT need calibration?
Wideband AFR benefits from periodic free-air calibration; inspect EGT joints and insulation regularly.
