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AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT ALTERNATOR & GENERATOR sa AIRCRAFT BATTERY sa AIRCRAFT LIGHTING SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT MAGNETO xx AIRCRAFT Handling electrical loads. Important points to consider when planning your aircraft electrical system. Make an expanded-scale voltmeter (8 to 16 volts DC) to monitor an aircraft electrical system. Tips for building an electrical system in your aircraft. Looks at AC vs. DC, current effects, loads, electrical wire, etc. How to reduce the weight and cost of battery cables for a composite aircraft. Electrical wire for homebuilts. Part 1. Wire size. Electrical wire for homebuilts. Part 2. Wire insulation. Electrical wire for homebuilts. Part 3. Connectors, fuses, terminal strips, and labeling. Low-cost protection. Electronic gadgets provide state-of-the-art peace of mind for your aircraft. (1) Fail-safe engine fire detector. (2) Overvoltage protection circuit. (3) Fool-proof IFR timer. Cockpit idiot lights (annunciator lights). Part 1. Low voltage and high voltage lights. Cockpit idiot lights (annunciator lights). Part 2. Pressure and temperature sensor circuits. Cockpit idiot lights (annunciator lights). Part 3. Circuit to monitor multiple warning lamps and summarize the status using a single green, yellow, or red LED. Wire sizing by spreadsheet. Using your computer spreadsheet software to determine the correct size of electrical wire needed based on length and amperage. Tip: Voltage-regulator adjustments must be checked with the regulator's cover on and screwed down. Tip: Use oxide-inhibiting compound on electrical connections to prevent corrosion. An inactivity checklist. Maintenance considerations for an airplane that is flown less than once a week. Looks at engines, rubber products, brakes, and electrical system. Voltage regulators. Solid-state automotive replacement unit causes damage in a Cessna 150. A look at the differences between auto and aircraft voltage regulators. Troubleshooting an intermittent low-voltage warning. Alternator testing. What every pilot should know in order to avoid needlessly purchasing a replacement alternator. Eliminating the "whine" induced by the left alternator in a Piper Seneca II/III which causes radio interference. Chasing gremlins in the Cessna 182 charging system. Digital multimeters. Advice on selection and use when troubleshooting aircraft electrical systems. Troubleshooting a bad engine-ground electrical connection on a Piper Arrow that results in heating of the throttle and mixture controls. Tip on cleaning electrical contacts which may cause high-resistance in your electrical system and result in hard starting when the engine is hot. Installing an avionics master switch to protect both your radios and yourself. Inspecting the aircraft electrical system for proper ground connections. The Bendix ignition switch. Troubleshooting and maintaining the typical twist-to-start key-operated ignition switch. Zap. Dealing with the static electricity buildup that occurs to all aircraft in flight. A look at electrical bonding, static wicks, lightning strikes, etc. Tips on using a handheld oscilloscope to troubleshoot aircraft electrical systems. Maintenance of the three-unit Delco-Remy voltage regulator used in the typical generator charging system. Electrical clamping. Using inexpensive diodes to prevent arcing and extend the life of your electrical switches. Troubleshooting tips to eliminate a vibrating amp meter needle. Short finding. How to track down that battery-draining fault when two wires diverge in a shorted bus. How to install oil-pressure-activated switches and similar diaphragm switches often used to control Hobbs meters, warning lights, etc. Tip on adjusting the bus voltage on an aircraft equipped with a Zeftronics regulator and a Type B system. Wire standoffs. A overview of various ways to keep wires and hoses from chafing inside the engine compartment. Aircraft electrical wiring installation practices. The electrical bonding of aircraft. Useful electrical wiring details. Sportplane builder. Switches and switch-like devices. Part 1. Tips on selection and proper installation. Sportplane builder. Switches and switch-like devices. Part 2. Flap switches, landing gear switches, and solenoids. Sportplane builder. Switches and switch-like devices. Part 3. Micro switches and limit switches. Vital differences between AC and DC ratings for switches, particularly in aircraft applications. A look at some aircraft electrical-wiring practices. (1) Avionics power switch. (2) Switches, fuses, circuit breakers. (3) 12- vs. 24-volts. Checklist of weight and representative costs for aircraft electrical and avionics systems. Covers basic electrical system, VFR radios, VFR cross country add-ons, and night flying add-ons. Aircraft engine hook-up tips. Looks at electrical grounding, ignition system, engine controls, fuel system, etc. Selecting an aircraft electrical system. Both 12- and 24-volt systems are discussed. Developing your electrical system. Part 1. Basic preparations. Developing your electrical system. Part 2. Wiring the electric power systems. Developing your electrical system. Part 3. Wiring tips. Automatic avionics bus switch with safety bypass makes it impossible to leave the avionics master in the "on" position after shutting the airplane down. Aircraft electrical systems. A design philosophy that will result in maximum reliability. Choosing between fuses or circuit breakers in aircraft electrical systems. Tip on using pieces of Lexan (clear sheet plastic) to organize and tie down wire connectors. Electrical switch options for magnetos and starters. Both toggle switches and key switches (rotary switches) are discussed. Simple electronic circuit will feed the signal from an aircraft warning buzzer into the intercom system so that it is easier to hear. Typical single-engine aircraft electrical system diagrammed. Tips on preparing a diagram (schematic) of an aircraft electrical system and using it to troubleshoot problems. Installing LEDs (light emitting diodes) which will turn on to indicate which fuse on an aircraft fuse panel has blown. Electrical grounding. Both single-wire and two-wire aircraft electrical systems are studied. Looks at common grounding faults, magneto grounding, shielding, etc. Avionics master switches. Pros and cons on the need for an avionics master switch (AMS). How to eliminate the need for an AMS by adopting the "essential bus" design. Master switch warning light for a 12-volt system let's you know when you've left the master switch on. The light is off when the engine is running. Tip on fabricating fiberglass straps (clamps) to attach wire bundles to the inside of composite structures. Aircraft wiring. An introduction to the necessary tools, approved wire, crimping connectors, layout, etc. Schematic for a simplified wiring scheme for an experimental aircraft. Schematic for a dual battery installation for light aircraft which features an RV battery isolator. Aircraft electrical wire sizing. Modifying the Piper-style ground power jack (made by Cole-Hersey) for ease of installation on airplanes. Understanding electrical switch ratings used in aircraft. Aircraft electrical systems simplified. Part 1. The various components, wiring, connectors, etc. Aircraft electrical systems simplified. Part 2. Actual steps involved in installing an electrical system. Time tested and approved methods for attaching terminal lugs to aircraft electrical wires. | |||||||||
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