About CDI Electronics®

For more than 25 years, CDI Electronics® has provided value and lowest cost of ownership by supporting the marine and motor sport industry. Our commitment is to continue to be the proven solution provider. We also believe it is our duty to train the marine industry to diagnose and install ignition products. See our training and Service areas to learn more. Our products are Designed and Manufactured in Madison, Alabama.

Our Vision

To be the recognized leader in marine electronic components, providing value To our customers through Quality, Design, Reliability and Service.
To lead the industry in Electronic Products for the Marine and Motor Sports Industries.
To be a recognized expert in design and development of engine related components.
To provide World Class quality and reliability, resulting in lowest cost of ownership products.
To provide the products reliably and on-time to our commitments in support our customers' needs.
To monitor and continuously improve our performance.

Company History

CDI was founded in 1982 by Ray Anders and Joe DeMarco as "Rapair Incorporated". Rapair was initially engaged in providing repair services for outboard ignitions. Working first out of a rented garage in Madison, Alabama, the need for Rapair's services grew rapidly. In 1995, Ray and Joe decided to design, develop and manufacture their own line of replacement ignition components under the brand name of CDI Electronics. Rapair had learned nearly everything that could go wrong with an electronic ignition, and they incorporated that knowlege into their improved designs. As a result, CDI Ignitions quickly earned a reputation as a reliable, cost effective alternative for OEM supplied components. In addition, Rapair's extensive applications knowledge, also learned from years of repair work, supports marine technicians throughout North America.

Company Milestones

2007	CDI Electronics® is acquired by new owners and the name changed to CDI Electronics Inc. to improve brand recognition.
2005	CDI Electronics© introduces it's own line of digital meters. These meters meet standards necessary for testing outboard marine engines at competitive prices.
2004	Quick Strike Pro Series line of performance products is introduced, offering improved performance to the casual (non-racing) boater. Hotter spark and quicker response times provide improved reliability and life compared to standard replacement parts.
2000	CDI Electronics® adds another 10,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space to meet growing business needs. This brings the facility to over 30,000 square feet.
1999	CDI Electronics® more than doubles its distributor network, becoming the worlds leading after-market manufacturer of outboard ignition products.
1995	Rapair established its new product division called CDI Electronics® and began marketing new ignition products under the trade name of "Quick Strike Ignitions".
1993	Additional product lines and business growth drive new expansion of manufacturing facility.
1990	Fluke Corp. chooses Rapair as their first marine distributor of Fluke meters.
1990	Company introduces a line of test equipment along with all of the necessary adapters to be used on Outboard Engines. This represents the first true marine meter
1989	Company becomes authorized distribution center for Stevens Instruments.
1989	Rapair starts designing and manufacturing high quality stators.
1989	Company forms its Racing Division and helps power the 1989 Open Champ Boat winner in their first year on the circuit.
1988	The company introduces the industries first "Two Year Warranty" on all ignitions.
1988	Committed to education, Rapair conducts the first "Marine Technical Seminar". This annual program will become the National Marine Service Expo trade show to introduce technicians to the latest products and services.
1987	Continued growth necessitates a 10,000 square foot addition to the manufacturing plant.
1985	Company builds 10,000 square foot building in Madison, Alabama to support its rapid growth.
1982	The company begins business as Rapair Incorporated. They are the first electronics company to re-manufacture marine electronic ignitions providing a practical, cost effective alternative to OEM replacement parts.