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product_id: 49203559
title: "INNOVA 3568 Digital Timing Light"
brand: "innova"
price: "R5185"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49203559-innova-3568-digital-timing-light
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Dual split-screen LCD display Slim rotating barrel for perfect aim Up to 9,990 RPM precision INNOVA 3568 Digital Timing Light

**Brand:** innova
**Price:** R5185
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⏳ Tune like a pro, never miss a beat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** INNOVA 3568 Digital Timing Light by innova
- **How much does it cost?** R5185 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49203559-innova-3568-digital-timing-light)

## Best For

- innova enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted innova brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual Digital Display:** Simultaneously view tachometer and advance functions on a crisp split-screen LCD.
- • **Precision RPM Mastery:** Accurately measures engine speed up to 9,990 RPM for flawless tuning.
- • **Daylight-Ready Xenon Lamp:** High-intensity strobe light guarantees clear visibility even in bright daylight conditions.
- • **Ergonomic Rotating Barrel:** Slim, rotating design ensures pinpoint timing mark alignment for professional-grade adjustments.
- • **Universal Ignition Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with conventional, electronic, and computer-controlled ignition systems—domestic or import.

## Overview

The INNOVA 3568 Digital Timing Light is a top-tier diagnostic tool designed for discerning DIYers and professionals alike. Featuring a dual split-screen LCD for real-time tachometer and advance readings, it supports a wide range of ignition systems and delivers precise timing adjustments up to 9,990 RPM. Its ergonomic rotating barrel and high-intensity xenon lamp make daylight tuning effortless, ensuring your engine runs at peak performance every time.

## Description

Professional digital ignition timing gun works with conventional, electronic and computer-supported ignition systems. Dual digital display split screen inductive pickup adjustable housing High-intensity xenon lamp, for daylight working Digital display Digital Speed: 249 to 9,990 RPM Digital Advance: 0° to 90° (+/- 1° accuracy) in original packaging For 12V but also 6 volt systems (with 12V battery connection).

Review: Includes rev counter. - What a joy, tuning the car is normally a bit tricky as the rev counter is in the cabin and I used to jog round the car to check if the adjustments are correct. This gives an immediate result, and is better for optimising the emissions then watching a gas analyser. So the strobe is ideal for the initial timing setup, but the fine adjustment needs a rev counter.
Review: Great bit of kit - Had this for a good 6 months, use it quite a bit, works perfectly, rev counter is very useful as is the timing advance feature. Definitely recommend this product

## Features

- Top-of-the line timing light for the selective do-it-yourselfer
- Split-screen digital LCD readout displays Tachometer and Advance functions simultaneously
- Slim, rotating barrel for better aim at timing mark
- Works with most ignition systems: conventional, electronic and computer controlled systems - domestic and import
- Patented Skip Circuitry Test up to 9,990 RPM

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000EVYGV4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 94,827 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 2,653 in Diagnostic, Testing & Measuring Tools 4,628 in Car & Vehicle Electronics Accessories |
| Brand | Innova |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,715) |
| Date First Available | 12 Oct. 2010 |
| Item Weight | 227 g |
| Item model number | 3568 |
| Manufacturer | Service Best International B.V. |
| Manufacturer part number | 3568 |
| Model | 3568 |
| OEM Part Number | 3568 |
| Product Dimensions | 36.83 x 25.4 x 8.89 cm; 226.8 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Innova
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 36.8 x 25.4 x 8.9 centimetres
- **Item weight:** 227 g
- **Material:** Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- **UPC:** 042173035687

## Images

![INNOVA 3568 Digital Timing Light - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zMKtFj2-L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: If i set the dial at 8 btdc so balancer lines up w/tab, and then move the dial to "0", the balancer will be at 8 on the tab, correct?**
A: Thank you for your question. Yes, that is correct. 

1. Rotate the engine to TDC on the Compression Stroke of the #1 cylinder. Both valves should be closed.
2. Install the Degree Wheel on the crankshaft and set it to zero.
3. Turn the crank backwards until the degree wheel reads 8 degrees BTDC.
4. Align the distributor rotor with the cap location for the #1 spark plug wire.
5. Line up the magnetic pickup with the reluctor.
6. Just slightly rotate the distributor backwards from the normal direction of rotation. The contact points should be barely misaligned.
Install the distributor and tighten it down.
7. The Initial Timing is now set for 8 degrees BTDC.

**Q: This only advances by whole degrees right? Not 1/10?**
A: Yes whole degrees.

**Q: Is the Innova 3568 timing light "self-powered"?**
A: No, it is not.  It requires a 12V source to connect it to.  Typically, you're using the timing light in the engine bay, so you can connect the lead to the car's battery.  If your car's battery is in the trunk/boot, most such cars will have a connector somewhere in the engine bay specifically for use with a timing light.

**Q: Which way does the arrow face on the clamp that gies to 1st plug wire?**
A: I'm not 100% sure if the inductive pickup detachable lead is directional, but I would always clip the inductive pickup on the #1 plug wire, with the arrow pointing towards the spark plug. The direction of flow from the distributor or coil pack. It always worked for me, but like I said, I'm not sure if it's directional or not.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Includes rev counter.
*by M***. on 21 January 2023*

What a joy, tuning the car is normally a bit tricky as the rev counter is in the cabin and I used to jog round the car to check if the adjustments are correct. This gives an immediate result, and is better for optimising the emissions then watching a gas analyser. So the strobe is ideal for the initial timing setup, but the fine adjustment needs a rev counter.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bit of kit
*by N***L on 6 September 2022*

Had this for a good 6 months, use it quite a bit, works perfectly, rev counter is very useful as is the timing advance feature. Definitely recommend this product

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for the price
*by S***M on 21 March 2022*

Fairly intuitive controls with built in tachometer. Easy to set the advance, really useful on my car which doesn't have fine enough timing marks. You can switch off the strobe to preserve bulb life. The only downside I found was the reset for the advance was too near my thumb, so I'd keep putting it back to zero. Was fine once I remembered not to be clumsy! Not sure if the lamp is bright enough if you are outdoors, was fine in my garage. I didn't get the case seen in some of the user photos above, so if you are expecting one (it isn't featured in the seller info) then you might be disappointed. It picked the spark on my 70s classic up much better than my old, cheap, Gunson unit which I'd used for years. Highly recommended.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Innova 3568 Digital Timing Light
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*Last updated: 2026-02-20*