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Crankshaft Position Sensor 3-Pin

The crankshaft position sensor (CKP) uses a 3-pin connector carrying 5V or 12V supply, ground, and a signal line producing a digital pulse train or analog sine wave as the trigger wheel rotates.

// Specifications
Standard
Hall effect or VR sensor 3-pin
Pin Count
3
Supply
5V or 12V depending on sensor type
Output
Digital square wave or analog sine wave
Use Case
All modern engine management systems
Signal Rate
Varies by trigger wheel teeth count
// Pin Reference Table
Pin Name Function Type
1 VCC Supply voltage 5V or 12V PWR
2 Signal CKP signal output digital or analog BUS
3 GND Ground reference GND