Tci Torque Converters Chart

Tci Torque Converters Chart FAQ

Where is the torque converter in the transmission?

The torque converter is situated between the engine and the transmission. Just like manual transmission cars, cars with automatic transmissions need a way to let the engine turn while the wheels and gears in the transmission come to a stop.

What is the stall speed of a torque converter?

Effective in-vehicle torque converter stall speed is defined as the rpm the engine can reach with the brakes locked and the transmission in gear before the drive wheels turn. Converter stall speed must be high enough to put the engine into the torque range where it can most efficiently launch the car.

What is a stall torque converter?

Stalling is when the torque converter locks up during a load. For instance, if you have a car that has a 2,500 RPM stall converter, and then you hold both gas and brake at the same time, like you were going to power brake, then general RPM that the tires will break loose at is going to be 2,500 RPM.

What does a torque converter do?

How Torque Converters Work The Basics. The torque converter is situated between the engine and the transmission. ... Inside a Torque Converter. The housing of the torque converter is bolted to the flywheel of the engine, so it turns at whatever speed the engine is running at. The Stator. The stator sends the fluid returning from the turbine to the pump. ... Benefits and Weak Points. ...