injection pump


injection pump

[in′jek·shən ′pəmp] (mechanical engineering) A pump that forces a measured amount of fuel through a fuel line and atomizing nozzle in the combustion chamber of an internal combustion engine.

injection pump

injection pumpAn engine-driven pump supplying fuel at high pressure to the injector of a reciprocating engine, where it is atomized and ignites as it leaves the injection nozzle. The pump is in lieu of the conventional carburetor. The supply of fuel is controlled by a throttle valve in conjunction with a boost control.