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For the past few decades, a lot of improvement has been achieved with regards to the fuel to mechanical energy conversion of internal combustion engines. Indeed, our vehicles today are equipped with engines that are more fuel efficient and produce less harmful exhausts. But while these improvements have created a better engine technology, such technology is still a long way from being perfected. It remains a reality that every vehicle today, including your favorite Cadillac, that is equipped with internal combustion engines continues to be a potential cause of air pollution that can greatly damage our environment.

As an initial remedy for such environment-related problem, vehicle manufacturers have equipped their vehicles with catalytic converters. Catalytic converters are emission-control products designed specifically to convert a vehicle's harmful exhaust into less harmful or completely harmless substances. Fuel combustion inside the vehicle's engine creates harmful byproducts like carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide, and it is the sole function of the catalytic converters to convert these substances into less harmful ones before they are emitted to the outside air.

Most vehicles today are equipped with three-way catalytic converters. These catalytic converters are often composed of two catalysts: the oxidation catalyst and the reduction catalyst. The oxidation catalyst is often made up of platinum and palladium, and is responsible for converting carbon monoxide and other hydrocarbons in the exhaust into less harmful substances like carbon dioxide and water. The reduction catalyst, on the other hand, is made up of platinum and rhodium and is responsible for converting nitrogen oxide into pure nitrogen and oxygen gases.

Every Cadillac vehicle that goes off the assembly line is equipped with a high quality Cadillac catalytic converter that can efficiently convert your vehicle's harmful exhaust into harmless substance. However, Cadillac catalytic converters are not immune to damages. If your Cadillac's "cats" gets damaged or clogged for any reason, it is important that you replace it with a new one or have it repaired or restored. A defective catalytic converter can lower your vehicle's gas mileage, make it an environment hazard, and makes it illegal in various American states.

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  • Closer Look at Cadillac Catalytic Converter 11 October 2012

    The Cadillac catalytic converter is an important exhaust component, helping to reduce the level of dangerous chemicals released into the air with the vehicle exhaust. There are many chemicals produced as byproducts of engine combustion, some harmful to humans and the environment. With the numerous vehicles that travel the crowded highways and roads these days, the air would be choked with hazardous pollution were it not for the function of the Cadillac catalytic converter. Among the poisonous chemicals emitted by the engine are hydrocarbons, which are produced by the evaporation of unburned fuel and contribute to the smog that has become a large problem in many heavily populated areas. Carbon monoxide is produced by the process of engine combustion and is very poisonous to humans, carrying no odor or color to warn of its presence. Another chemical that creates environmental issues as it is emitted into our air by the engine is nitrogen oxide, which is a contributor to the problem of acid rain, and an irritant to the mucus membranes. The Cadillac catalytic converter helps to keep these chemicals to a minimum in the exhaust of the vehicle, sifting out a great portion of them as the fumes pass through. This is done with a ceramic structure within the Cadillac catalytic converter, made with a honeycomb design and coated with a catalyst metal. The catalyst creates a chemical reaction with the toxic molecules causing them to become trapped or burn, never to reach the outside air. We carry a selection of quality Cadillac catalytic converter replacements in our online catalog, all at very reasonable prices. Ordering your Cadillac catalytic converter will be safe and easy on our secure site or you can place your order via our toll-free phone line.

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