The Power FC proudly stands as APEXis answer to the
constraints and limitations associated with most piggy-back style
fuel controllers. The Power FC is a complete, stand
alone, total engine management system capable of handling virtually
anything thrown in its path. From multiple point fuel and ignition
control to VTEC engagement (Honda applications) and
boost settings, the Power FC is capable of
accommodating even the most demanding performance enthusiasts.
Currently available exclusively through Power Excel Shops the
Power FC replaces the factory ECU and
controls all vital engine parameters (Off road use only, no
OBD-II). Installation is as easy as
replacing the factory ECU. (Some minor rewiring is
required on select vehicles). The factory engine harness does not
need to be replaced and all critical accessories such as air
conditioning continue to function. By using the optional
FC COMMANDER, the user can adjust and
modify a wide range of settings. Since there is no need to upgrade
ROM chips or modify ECUs, the factory
ECU can be kept by the original user.
The Power FC operates off of three Main Menus.
These menus are: Monitor, Setting, and ETC.
In Monitor Mode, the Commander can display up to 10 parameters
of data in real time. Monitor Mode can display:
- Engine RPM
- Ignition Timing
- Vehicle Speed
- Air Flow Voltage (Pressure Sensor Voltage)
- Injector Duty Cycle
- Boost
- Knocking Level
- Battery Voltage
- Intake Air Temp
- Water Temp
In addition, there are 4 display patterns allowing 1-8
parameters to be shown on screen simultaneously. The data displays
in numerical real time values with the option of a real time 10
second graph display. Peak Hold values and Display Hold functions
only require the touch of a button. The Map Trace Mode allows Ghost
Map Tracing of the Fuel Correction and Ignition Timing maps. This
allows the user to visually see what point of the map is being used
in real time. The Ghost Map Trace function leaves markers on the
used portions of the map for easy reference.
Setting Mode allows full access to the 2020 ignition timing and
fuel correction maps. The user can adjust any portion of this map
in 55 sections. Air flow correction values can be entered for
vehicles upgrading air flow meters. Injector pulse correction menu
is used when upgrading injectors. The Acceleration Enrichment
Correction function improves response under hard and sudden
acceleration. The Cranking Fuel Injection menu corrects the amount
of fuel delivered when the engine is being cranked, or when the
water temperature is cold. A separate Water Temp menu allows fuel
correction according to water temperature. The RPM
menu allows rev limiter settings and idle RPM levels.
Access menus also vary according to specific applications. Rotary
engine Power FCs accommodate leading and trailing
ignition maps. Honda engines Power FCs allow for
VTEC control. Complete boost control is possible by
using the optional Boost Control Kit. Changing data is easy: just
access the desired point on the map or data, and push the
FC COMMANDER keys in the appropriate
direction.
The ETC Menu contains utility parameters such as:
version information, LCD screen brightness, and
initialization of all data. In addition, the ETC Mode
allows the user to monitor all factory sensors through one screen.
This screen can tell the user if any sensor is in use or
malfunctioning.
The Power FC also comes preprogrammed with several
base maps. (Currently with Japan Domestic Market Vehicle Maps,
minor initial tuning may be required. Please contact your
authorized Power Excel shop for more information.) This makes the
initial tuning process much quicker. As with all other fuel
controllers, the POWER FC should be tuned
on a dynomometer by a trained professional. A high grade air/ fuel
ratio monitor is also recommended during tuning to ensure best
results.
FC COMMANDER (part of
Power FC)
The FC COMMANDER is a hand held
controller designed to allow access to the vital parameters within
the Power FC. The unit allows a wide range of data
modification through its large back lit LCD display.
The unit has been designed so that one finger can control a wide
array of data. Once connected, the APEXi logo will appear in the
screen taking the user to the Main Menu. From here, the user can
access the three Main Menus (Monitor, Setting, Etc.) The
FC COMMANDER communicates with the Power
FC control unit thereby creating one of the first
interactive user friendly fuel management systems.
BOOST CONTROL
KIT (part of Power FC)
The Boost Control Kit is an optional kit designed to control boost
through the Power FC. Simple connection to the Power
FC allows the user to access a full self-learning
boost controller. The Power FC allows up to 4
different boost presets for any stage of driving. The high grade
solenoid valve is the same one used in our Super AVC-R
boost controller. As with the S-AVCR, the Boost
control kit allows increased boost response and boost stability at
high RPMs.
