Catalytic Converter for Audi A6 2.8
Catalytic converter (colloquially, “cat” or “catcon”)
A device used to reduce the toxicity of emissions from an internal combustion engine.
Working Principle of Three-way Catalytic converter:
Reduction of nitrogen oxides to nitrogen and oxygen:
2NOx → xO2 + N2
Oxidation of carbon monoxide to carbon dioxide:
2CO + O2 → 2CO2
Oxidation of un-burnt hydrocarbons (HC) to carbon dioxide and water:
CxH2x+2 + [(3x+1)/2]O2 → xCO2 + (x+1)H2O
Vehicle Model: Audi A6 2.8 / Passat 2.8
Vehicle Year: 2000 ~ preset
Engine: V-Type 6 Cylinders 2.8L
Design: Pair Design, Left & Right Position, Converter Body + Exhaust Pipe + Flange
Converter Core: Ceramic Substrate 400cpsi (Honeycomb)
Outside Material: 409L Stainless Steel
Operating Way: Three-way
Emission Standard: Euro 2, 3, 4 / EPA Tier 1, 2, 3 / CARB