The Hudd Sparking Plug

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The Hudd sparking plug for electrically ignited internal combustion engines is being placed on the Market by the Hudd Syndicate, of 27, Furnival Street, Holborn, London , E.C. I think I am not divulging too much when I say that the name “Hudd” is formed of the initials of the syndicate, all of whom are Lincolners. The “Hudd” plug does not materially differ from other plugs in principle, but has some novel advantages claimed for it. The platinum points are encased, and so protected by an extension of the casing,  and asbestos washers are used to counteract the expansion between the porcelain and the metal.

The attachment of the wires is quite new. Instead of t he wires from the insulated cable being tied or twisted round the usual orifice in an unsatisfactory manner, the wire cable is inserted into a “hook” connector in such a way that the insulation goes flush up to the metal, the wires being embedded in it by soft soldering and held from swaying about by a spring which grips the insulation and so prevents any movement. The hook connector is hooked on to the plug and held by a milled nut. To attach or detach is only the work of a second and the wire can be placed at any angle and held there. It is a very ingenious idea and will I believe be in demand. I hope to inspect the “Hudd” motor in a fortnight. Its inventor is a Lincoln man who is full of good ideas. If what is claimed for it can be substantiated the syndicate should have a good thing.