1957-74 Ford/Mercury/Lincoln Single Point 8 Cylinder Ignitor® Electronic Ignition Conversion - 12 Volt Negative Ground - PerTronix 1281

Name: 1957-74 Ford/Mercury/Lincoln Single Point 8 Cylinder Ignitor® Electronic Ignition Conversion - 12 Volt Negative Ground - PerTronix 1281
Brand: Pertronix Ignition
SKU: 1281
Price: 129.53 USD
Availability: InStock

Part Number: 1281

Features & Benefits

Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
2:1 improvement over "points" in current fall time for increased coil output.
Rotating cobalt magnets trigger a Hall Effect integrated circuit; no points to burn; no moving parts to wear out.
Epoxy molding makes our module impervious to dirt, oil, grease and moisture.
Stable timing; no need for any adjustments.
Pair with a Flame Thrower Canister Coil for optimal performance
Legal in all 50 states and Canada (C.A.R.B. E.O. #D-57-22)

The original Ignitor module is ideal for restorations. Ignitor Module Kits are extremely easy to install and fit into your original distributor to maintain your stock look. No additional ignition box is required keeping a clean look under the hood. Ignitors are available for most distributors that came with mechanical breaker points and will cover AUTOMOTIVE, MARINE, INDUSTRIAL and AGRICULTURE applications.

Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kits have proven themselves in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. It is the number one Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit to replace original mechanical points. A Pertronix Points Conversion kit allows you to run a stock distributor while improving the reliability and performance of your ignition system. The Pertronix Ignitor kits simply bolt to the distributor in place of the points assembly and provides a much more accurate trigger signal. This improves the timing accuracy and prevents ‘points bounce’ at higher rpm. The electronic technology also improves the dwell control to improve the spark output of the coil resulting in a hotter spark at the spark plug. With this dependable, self-contained, maintenance free electronic ignition system you'll never replace your points again.

Specifications

Product Line	Ignitor
Voltage	12
Polarity	Negative Ground
Trigger Type	Magnetic; Hall Effect
Distributor Fitment	Motorcraft
Coil Compability	1.5
Dwell	Fixed
Start Mode	None
Timing	Fixed
Rev Limiter	None
Multi-Spark	None
SAE Wire Gauge	20 Gauge
Terminal Quantity	2
Terminal Type	Ring Terminal
Grade Type	Performance

Installation instructions

Installation Instructions

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Applications Distributor Applications

Replacement Parts

PerTronix 12810 Module replacement (only) (one module) for 1281 Ignitor Kit

Replacement Module for PerTronix 1281 (Service Part Only)

Part Number: 12810

$109.76

PerTronix 12813 Magnet Sleeve (only) for 1281 Ignitor Kit

Replacement Magnet Sleeve for #1281 Ignition Conversion Kits (Service Part Only)

Part Number: 12813

$57.60

Shipping & Delivery

Our ignition and exhaust products ship from our warehouse in Lenexa, KS. Our normal shipping time is 2-3 business days for in-stock parts.

Shipping Class	Order Value	Shipping Cost
UPS Ground	$0 - 49.99	$6.99 flat rate
UPS Ground	$50 - 108.99	$7.49 flat rate
UPS Ground	$109+	Free

At this time, PerTronix does not offer expedited shipping options from our website.
All packages must be inspected upon receipt for any missing or damaged goods and claims for such must be made within 7 days of receipt.
PerTronix does not currently ship our products internationally from our web store. For international orders call 909-599-5955 or connect with us here.
Once an item has tracking info, it cannot be cancelled. If you decide you don’t want the items after shipment, please take receipt of the item and process it via our return policy. Thank you for understanding!

Returns, Replacements & Warranty

Returns at Pertronix are accepted within 90 days of purchase with prior authorization, ensuring items are in new, resalable condition. To initiate a return, call for an RGA and follow provided instructions. Customers are responsible for return shipping, using a trackable method.

Refunds exclude initial shipping and handling fees and may be subject to a restocking fee. For defective or damaged items, contact Pertronix directly. We are not responsible for user-initiated damage/loss of parts.

For complete details, visit our Returns page.

Warranty

Limited Warranty for Pertronix Products for the United States of America

PerTronix, LLC (for the Pertronix, Taylor, Doug’s, JBA, Patriot, Compu-Fire, and Spyke branded products) warrant to the original end user purchaser in the United States that the Pertronix, Taylor, Doug’s, JBA, Patriot, Compu-Fire, and Spyke branded products (“Product(s)”) shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the warranty durations set forth in the chart below from the date of purchase or delivery, whichever is later.

Products	Warranty Duration
PerTronix Ignitor, Ignitor II and Ignitor III products(Ignition Conversion Kits and Distributors with Ignitor technology included) All JBA Performance Exhaust products All Doug's Headers products	2 years
All other PerTronix products All Patriot Exhaust products All Taylor Cable products All Compu-Fire products All Spyke products	1 year

Because PerTronix, LLC (collectively, the “Company”) cannot control the quality of products sold by unauthorized sellers, this warranty applies only to Products that were purchased from the Company or the Company’s authorized sellers in the United States, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Company reserves the right to reject warranty claims for Products purchased from unauthorized sellers, including unauthorized Internet sites.

This warranty does not cover any defects due to normal wear and tear, damage due to misuse, alteration to the product, negligence, damage caused by aftermarket applied coatings, discoloration, or corrosion of finished surfaces. This warranty also does not cover damage resulting from collision, improper installation, off-road use, road hazards, the use of exhaust insulating wrap or like products, or rust occurring after installation.

Purchasers of a Product who wish to make a warranty claim based upon an alleged Product defect should email the Company at techs@pertronix.com (for PerTronix products) the following information: (1) Product subject to the claim, (2) brief description of the alleged defect, (3) date and place of purchase/delivery, (4) proof of purchase (showing when and where the Product was purchased), and (5) pictures or videos of the Product. If you purchased on an online marketplace, please be sure the proof of purchase shows from whom you purchased (this information is available in your order history). In some instances, Company may instruct you to mail the Product to Company for inspection and/or repair; if such instruction is provided, Company will provide you with a prepaid shipping label. You can also contact the Company Monday – Friday, 8AM – 6:30PM CT at (913) 808-2376.

Company will replace or repair a defective Product that is covered by this warranty. This
warranty does not cover the cost of removal or installation. Company will pay for the return shipping of the Product to the purchaser.

There are no warranties which extend beyond those stated herein. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some States do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR STRICT LIABILITY. Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.

If you have any questions about whether a seller is authorized, please contact us at (913) 808-2376.

This warranty supersedes any warranties stated in product manuals or other written materials.

Effective Date: March 16, 2026

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Product Line:Ignitor® - 12V Negative

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