FACET
FACET is a long-established Italian manufacturer specializing in the development, production, and distribution of electrical, electronic, and engine management components for the automotive market. The company has been operating since 1946 and brings decades of experience in developing solutions that respond to technological developments in vehicles and the evolving requirements of the automotive aftermarket.
FACET’s product range includes more than 4,500 part numbers, with particularly broad coverage for European, Japanese, and Korean vehicles. The company manages the design, manufacturing, and testing of its products with strict process and quality control and distributes its products through an international network covering more than 100 countries.
Sensors and Engine Management
One of FACET’s key areas of expertise is sensors and engine management systems. The product range includes crankshaft and camshaft sensors, knock sensors, air temperature sensors, Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors, Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensors, differential pressure sensors, wheel speed sensors, and ABS sensors.
These sensors provide essential information to the vehicle’s electronic control systems and play an important role in engine operation, emissions management, safety, and performance.
Ignition Systems
FACET has extensive experience in ignition systems and offers a broad range of components including ignition coils, electronic ignition modules, ignition cables, distributors, and related components.
The evolution of FACET’s ignition product range over the years reflects the transition from mechanical ignition systems to advanced electronic technologies and the company’s ability to adapt its portfolio to new generations of vehicles.
Thermal Management and Thermostats
Thermal management is another important area within the FACET product portfolio. The company offers thermostats, thermostat gaskets, thermal switches, coolant temperature sensors, and temperature sensors for coolant, oil, and fuel.
The range also includes MAP-controlled thermostats designed for advanced thermal management systems, enabling the engine management system to control operating temperatures more precisely.
Emission Systems
FACET offers a variety of components for emission management systems, including Lambda/Oxygen sensors, differential pressure sensors, EGR valves, and Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) sensors.
These components play an important role in controlling the combustion process, monitoring the exhaust system, and supporting efficient emissions management.
Switches and Control Components
The company’s portfolio also includes a variety of switches for vehicle systems, such as oil pressure switches, pedal switches, brake light switches, and reverse light switches.
Precision and reliability are essential for these components, as they transmit information and commands to the vehicle’s electrical and electronic control systems.
Research, Development and Innovation
FACET continuously invests in research and development to expand its product range and adapt it to new technologies and vehicle models. The company adds more than 150 new products to its catalogue every year and incorporates advanced materials, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing and Quality Control
One of FACET’s key strengths is its control over the product development process. The company’s products are designed, manufactured, and tested within FACET’s production and quality control system, while certain external processes are carried out by selected partners operating according to procedures and standards defined by the company.
This approach enables FACET to maintain quality control throughout the development and manufacturing stages and provide components designed for precise fitment, consistent performance, and long-term reliability.
International Presence
FACET distributes its products through a network covering more than 100 countries. The company serves both the independent automotive aftermarket and customers within the automotive industry, with exports representing a significant part of its business.