What is CORE ECU?

In the world of automotive tuning and performance, engine management systems play a critical role in realizing the full potential of your vehicle. Whether you’re building a high-performance race car, restoring a classic, or modifying a modern engine, choosing the right engine control unit (ECU) can make all the difference. This is where HP Tuners’ new CORE ECU comes in—a revolutionary standalone ECU designed to give tuners unprecedented control over their engines.

Key Points:
– Features
– Watch CORE ECU in Action
– VCM Live
– Who is CORE ECU For?
– Why Choose CORE ECU?
– Get Started

A Standalone ECU with Advanced Features

The CORE ECU is HP Tuners’ first standalone engine control unit, built to offer complete control over your engine’s performance. Unlike factory engine management systems that are designed to prioritize emissions compliance, a standalone ECU like CORE allows for much more flexibility, making it ideal for motorsports, custom builds, and high-performance applications.

So, what exactly is CORE ECU? At its core (pun intended), this standalone ECU is designed to be a fully tunable solution that replaces the factory ECU, compatible with Gen 3 and Gen 4 LS engines (with future expansion planned). It offers several key features that make it an essential tool for serious tuners:

• Up to 16 Injector Control: Whether you’re running a naturally aspirated setup or forced induction, CORE allows for precise control over the number of injectors used, ensuring optimal fuel delivery at all power levels.
• Dual Throttle Body Support: For setups running dual throttle bodies, CORE ECU manages airflow with precision, helping you extract maximum horsepower while maintaining drivability.
• Built-in Wideband Lambda Controllers: Accurate air-fuel ratio monitoring is essential for tuning, and CORE ECU comes equipped with built-in wideband sensors, enabling tuners to closely monitor and adjust engine performance in real time.
• Boost Control: CORE ECU includes advanced boost control capabilities, whether you’re running a turbocharger or supercharger. This makes it easy to manage boost levels, resulting in improved performance and safety.
• Real-Time Tuning and Data Logging: One of the standout features of CORE ECU is its ability to tune in real-time. Using HP Tuners’ VCM Live software, tuners can make adjustments while the engine is running, without needing to shut down or restart. Additionally, it supports data logging of up to 150 channels at 1 kHz, giving users access to critical performance data as it happens.

Watch CORE ECU in Action

Want to see the CORE ECU in action? Check out our videos on YouTube for more information:

Integrates Seamlessly with HP Tuners’ VCM Live

CORE ECU isn’t just powerful on its own; it works hand-in-hand with HP Tuners’ all-new VCM Live software. VCM Live is designed to make tuning more intuitive and efficient by combining diagnostic tools and tuning controls into a single interface. This allows users to configure and update tunable parameters in real time, set up data logging, and customize layouts for specific tuning needs.

Some key features of VCM Live include:

• Setup Wizards to quickly configure the ECU for your specific vehicle.
• Live tuning capability, meaning most adjustments can be made instantly, without needing to flash the ECU.
• Multiple layouts for easy navigation and customization, allowing tuners to access exactly what they need, when they need it.
• 12 Included Base Maps, giving users the ability to create and customize their tune(s) quickly and efficiently.

Who is CORE ECU for?

If you’re a tuner, a performance enthusiast, or someone building a race car, CORE ECU is designed with you in mind. It’s perfect for:

• Motorsports Applications: Drag racing, drifting, time attack, and other competitive motorsports often require advanced engine control to optimize power delivery, traction, and reliability. CORE ECU’s real-time tuning and logging features provide a clear advantage on the track.
• Custom Builds and Resto-Mods: For builders working with older engines or highly modified setups, the factory ECU might not provide the flexibility you need. CORE ECU offers a wide range of tunable parameters to tailor the engine to your specific requirements.
• Professional Tuners: With its high-speed Ethernet connection and integration with HP Tuners’ VCM Live, CORE ECU gives professional tuners the tools they need to offer top-tier tuning services for their clients.

Why Choose CORE ECU?

CORE ECU offers several advantages over traditional factory engine management systems:

1. Unmatched Customization: Factory ECUs are, by design, limited with tuning capabilities. CORE ECU, on the other hand, is fully customizable, allowing you to make all the adjustments you need for your performance build.
2. Precision Tuning: With control over fuel, air, and spark parameters, along with advanced features like boost control and wideband support, CORE ECU provides the precision required for professional-level tuning.
3. Motorsports-Grade Performance: Built for high-performance applications, CORE ECU is designed to thrive in extreme environments, making it ideal for both off-road and track use.

Get Started with CORE ECU

• Check out HP Tuners’ educational video series to explore in-depth guides on CORE ECU setup, configuration, and more.
• Visit HP Tuners’ website to learn more about CORE ECU and its compatibility with your engine.
• Download VCM Live software to start tuning and logging data in real time.

Final Thoughts

HP Tuners’ CORE ECU represents the next evolution in engine management, offering unprecedented control for tuners, racers, and builders alike. If you’re looking for a powerful, flexible, and user-friendly ECU to take your build to the next level, CORE ECU is the answer.

Emissions Statement

CORE ECU is intended for use in exempt vehicles such as pre-emissions motor vehicles and documented competition vehicles that are exclusively for track use and not driven on public roads. HP Tuners does not condone the misuse of its products. All users are required to register their CORE ECU and identify the vehicle application before installation and use. Misuse of the CORE ECU will void the warranty.