Trans–Cal SSD120–30N Encoder

General Description

Trans–Cal SSD120–30N Encoder is an all solid–state Altitude Encoders. These devices provide a rugged and reliable means of measuring air pressure and converting this measurement into the ICAO parallel data as set forth in the International Standard for Pressure Altitude Transmission. In accordance with U.S. National Standards for Common System Component Characteristics for the I.F.F. Mark X (SIF)/Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System SIF/ATCRBS.

Features

• FAA TSO–C88a and EASA ETSO–C88a Approval
• Altitude Range –1000 to +30,000′
• Suitable for ADS–B Installations – 10′ resolution serial data!
• Tested and Conforming to MIL–STD–704E and RTCA DO–160E
• Operating Voltage +10 to +33Vdc
• Low Power Consumption
• Standard D–Subminiature Electrical Connectors or MIL Cylindrical Connectors
• 1/8–27NPT Static Port, Some Models Available with Dual 1/8–27NPT Static Port Inlets or Optional 1/8″ Hose Barb with 360° Adjustable Swivel
• All Aluminum Housings Treated to Resist Corrosion as per MIL–C–5541E or Anodized as per MIL–A–8625 or Black Powder Coat
• Standard Operating Temperature Range: –20° to +70°C (–4° to +158°F)
• Optionally Some Models Available with Extended Temperature Range: -55° to +70°C (-67° to +158°F)

What's in the Box

• Altitude Digitizer
• Owner/Installation Manual
• 15 Pin D–Subminiature Mating Connector
• 15 Pin Connector Back Shell
• 1/8 NPT Nulon Tube Fitting
• 1/4″ Tube Polypropylene Tee Fitting
• 1/8–27NPT Nylon Plug

Technical Data

 
Operating Voltage +12 to 30 Vdc
Operating Current 0.25 Amps at 14Vdc
0.27 Amps at 28Vdc
Operating Temperature –20° to +70°C
(–4° to +158°F)
Storage Temperature
(non–operating)
–65° to +85°C
(–85° to +185°F)
Warm–up time 0 Seconds at 20°C (68°F)
Weight 5.1 oz. (6.1 oz. with tray)

Required Equipment Span Adjust

• Primary Flight Altimeter.
• +12 or 28VDC power supply.
• A pitot–static test set, capable of exercising the altimeter and digitizer over a range of –1000 feet to the maximum altitude of the digitizer.
• A ramp checker or test set capable of interrogating the transponder. Optional: ATS–400 or equal device which will allow the display of the 100 foot resolution parallel altitude data.

About Trans–Cal

Founded in 1971, Trans–Cal Industries (TCI) set forth to take a leading role in product design, engineering and manufacturing. The TCI product family includes avionics and test equipment, computer peripherals and industrial process controls. Trans–Cal's devices feature long MTBF, and are utilized in some of the most demanding environments from the UAV's and edge of space experimental projects to military crane safety systems.

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