# Wideband vs Narrow Band A/F gauges

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**Category:** PittSpeed Automotive\
**Created:** [December 7, 2008, 7:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wideband-vs-narrow-band-a-f-gauges/200985 "2008-12-07T07:28:19Z")\
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**Post date:** [December 7, 2008, 8:43am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wideband-vs-narrow-band-a-f-gauges/200985/5 "2008-12-07T08:43:00Z")

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> [@FS/FT bills tix for today](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-ft-bills-tix-for-today/38926/2):
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> In general terms, the narrow band “gauge” is meant to be connected to a normal 02 sensor that gives out a voltage over a 1 volt range (0-1 v). That range is centered on target.
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> A wideband work on 0-5 V range output by a true wideband sensor. In most cases, the wideband system comes with it’s own 02 sensor desgined to work with the gauge.
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> Add some confusion that a wideband can output (simulate) a narrow band signal and that some of the narrow band gauges can be connected to OE\<M WB sensors. Effectively, I would buy one without knowing what model / style it is.
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> Bob Myers

So basically i should quit being cheap and buy a new 1 when i get the cash.lol

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