Description
Overview:
This distributor cap unit is a genuine Wipac replacement for the Wipac A Type magneto commonly fitted to older small industrial and garden engines, including many JAP engines. It houses and insulates the high-tension path from the magneto to the ignition leads, helping maintain a strong, clean spark. The cap is made from durable, heat-resistant moulded plastic with metal terminals for dependable electrical contact. Supplied as unused old stock, it may show cosmetic signs of age such as light tarnish or storage marks, but remains fully serviceable. Designed to match the original profile and fixing points, it supports accurate alignment and secure fitment, making it a practical choice for repair or restoration work where originality and reliable ignition performance are important. OEM reference: S1839.
Key Features:
- Genuine Wipac part for assured compatibility with A Type magnetos
- OEM reference S1839 for easy identification and like-for-like replacement
- Robust, heat-resistant insulating body for long service life
- Secure mounting and terminal layout to maintain correct HT routing
- Metal contact points designed for consistent electrical connection
- Helps cure misfires caused by cracked, tracked, or worn caps
- Straightforward to fit for routine maintenance or full restorations
- Suitable for vintage machinery where correct specification matters
- Supplied as unused old stock; may have minor age-related marks only
- Supports reliable starting, smoother running, and stable ignition timing
Typical Applications:
Used on older machinery fitted with Wipac A Type magnetos, particularly engines from JAP used in compact plant, generators, pumps, mowers, and other stationary or light industrial equipment. Ideal for restoration projects, preventative maintenance, or resolving ignition faults linked to degraded distributor caps.
Also known as:
Wipac A Type distributor cap, Wipac magneto cap, JAP engine magneto distributor cap, HT distributor cover for Wipac A Type, ignition distributor cap for vintage Wipac systems.
Alternate Part Numbers:
S1839
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | S1839 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Wico |
| OEM No. | S1839 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Genuine Wipac part for A Type magnetos - OEM reference S1839 for precise replacement - Heat-resistant plastic ensures long service life - Metal terminals for reliable electrical contact - Matches original profile for secure fitment |
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