What is an Intercooler and How Does it Work?

An intercooler, also known as an intercondenser, is a device that is used to cool the air compressed by a turbocharger before it enters the engine's cylinders. The purpose of an intercooler is to increase the density of the air/fuel mixture, which allows for more power to be produced by the engine.

An intercooler works by taking the hot air that has been compressed by the turbocharger and cooling it down before it enters the engine's cylinders. This cooling process causes the air to expand and become denser, which allows for a greater amount of fuel to be injected into the cylinders without causing detonation or knocking. The result is a more powerful and efficient engine.

Intercoolers are commonly used in turbocharged engines, particularly in high-performance vehicles such as sports cars and race cars. They can also be found in some diesel engines, where they help to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.