Crown Engineering 01060 Oil Burner Electrode 7/16 in Od

Product Description

The CROWN ENGINEERING 01060 is an oil burner electrode designed for ignition service in residential and light commercial oil-fired heating systems. The electrode features a 7/16-inch outer diameter with a 6-inch insulator length and a heavy 1/8-inch diameter tip. These dimensions position the electrode correctly within the blast tube, maintaining the spark gap geometry required for reliable ignition. The part is installed by licensed oil burner technicians and heating service contractors during routine tune-ups, combustion head rebuilds, or electrode replacement service calls.

This electrode is suited for oil burner applications where a standard heavy-tip configuration is specified. It is typically installed in gun-type oil burners found in residential forced-air furnaces, boilers, and water heaters that fire No. 2 fuel oil. The 6-inch insulator length accommodates common electrode bracket spacing found across a wide range of oil burner assemblies. Technicians should verify tip projection, gap dimension, and lateral spacing against the burner manufacturer's specifications before installation.

Key Features

• 7/16-inch outer diameter matches standard electrode holder sizing
• 6-inch insulator length suits common oil burner electrode bracket configurations
• Heavy 1/8-inch diameter tip provides durability under repeated ignition cycling
• Tip Type 1 designation for compatibility verification against burner service manuals
• OEM-style replacement form factor simplifies field swap-out during tune-up service

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement electrode for gun-type oil burners. Verify outer diameter, insulator length, and tip type against the burner manufacturer's electrode specification chart before installation.

Installation Notes

Oil burner electrode replacement is performed by qualified oil burner technicians in accordance with applicable local and national codes. Always shut off power to the burner and close the fuel supply valve before removing the electrode assembly. Set spark gap and tip projection to the burner manufacturer's specified dimensions using a gap gauge. Inspect the porcelain insulator for cracks or carbon tracking and replace both electrodes as a matched pair when servicing the ignition assembly.

Technical Specifications

• Outer Diameter: 7/16 inches
• Insulator Length: 6 inches
• Tip Type: 1 Heavy
• Tip Diameter: 1/8 inches
• Application: Oil Burner

Standard Information

• Brand: CROWN ENGINEERING
• Manufacturer Part Number: 01060