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Manual Number 9019286  •  Revision E, January 06, 2022 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
   
 

 

Figure 3.1 

Connection Features 

 
 

2.1

2.3

5.1

7.4

0.8

2.5

1.1

7.0

1.3

Ø1.3

0.9

 

Figure 3.2 

Connection Locations 

 

¼ -20 Threaded 
Ground Lug 

Quick Disconnect Receptacle 

per MS3509 (MIL-PRF-18148/3) 

18-pin Data Communication

USB Access Cover 

1-¼ inch Vent Port 

Summary of Contents for True Blue Power TB20 Series

Page 1: ...Revision E January 6 2022...

Page 2: ...truebluepowerusa com www mcico com We welcome your comments concerning this manual Although every effort has been made to keep it free of errors some may occur When reporting a specific problem pleas...

Page 3: ...LATION 12 3 1 GENERAL 12 3 2 PRE INSTALLATION INSPECTION 12 3 3 PARTS 12 3 4 INSTALLATION 13 SECTION 4 OPERATION 21 4 1 DESCRIPTION 21 4 2 CONSTRUCTION AND THEORY OF OPERATION 21 4 3 OPERATIONAL MODES...

Page 4: ...0 Updated style and brand to meet Marketing and Engineering guidelines Added downloadable event log feature and instructions to load download custom configuration parameters Updated DO 160 qual and in...

Page 5: ...ee operation with on condition end of life Multiple safety protections continuous data monitoring and an on board status indicator also add value reliability and reduced cost of ownership for the life...

Page 6: ...ure monitors and an integrated heater that improves cold weather performance Two modules connected in parallel through a network of bus bars provide combined power to the main connector and thus the a...

Page 7: ...including vent lid and connectors 6 0 x 8 2 x 9 3 inches see Figure 1 1 153 x 208 x 236 mm Quick Disconnect Power Receptacle Communications Connector USB Service Data Port 2 pin per MIL PRF 18148 3 fo...

Page 8: ...7 Manual Number 9019286 Revision E January 06 2022 6 0 8 8 0 5 8 6 7 7 4 6 6 9 9 1 8 2 1 3 0 6 Figure 1 1 Outline Drawing...

Page 9: ...es when working with battery packs A battery could produce a short circuit current high enough to weld jewelry to metal and cause a severe burn Always use appropriate Electrostatic Discharge ESD prote...

Page 10: ...ed by industry and regulatory standards This includes compliance with the UN recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations applicable U S DOT regulations for the...

Page 11: ...t which should be connected and diverted overboard in the event of such an occurrence Details for vent installation are provided in Section 3 For additional precaution installation near potential sour...

Page 12: ...ameplate that identifies the manufacturer part number description certification s and technical specifications of the unit It also includes the MOD or modification number representing notable changes...

Page 13: ...ustained in transit If necessary return the unit to the factory using the original shipping container and packing materials File any claim for damages with the carrier Note The unit is shipped at appr...

Page 14: ...proper Wire Size and Type Table 3 1 Connection Features Figure 3 1 and Pin Identification Diagrams Figures 3 3 and 3 4 Proper grounding requires connecting the ground lug on the chassis to the aircraf...

Page 15: ...022 Figure 3 1 Connection Features 2 1 2 3 5 1 7 4 0 8 2 5 1 1 7 0 1 3 1 3 0 9 Figure 3 2 Connection Locations 20 Threaded Ground Lug Quick Disconnect Receptacle per MS3509 MIL PRF 18148 3 18 pin Data...

Page 16: ...the TBX battery models with p n ending in 1 Communication Connector 18 pin Pin Description A Analog SOC B Battery Disable Input C Heater Disable Input D RTD 1A E RTD 1B F RTD 2A G RTD 2B H ARINC 429 A...

Page 17: ...e outboard sides and two perpendicular slots on each side to keep the rod vertical using an alignment washer The battery is then secured with the appropriate nut or hardware designed to mate with the...

Page 18: ...stallations require usage of the mounting kit see Section 3 3 2 which includes corner braces and a silicone pad to limit overall motion of the battery Alternative similar mounting hardware can be used...

Page 19: ...screws and blank plate from the alternate location switch the positions and reinstall Visually verify that the silicone gasket between the port or plate and the case fully covers the holes in the cas...

Page 20: ...urrent Limit can also be disabled by setting Charge Current Limit to 0 allowing the battery to charge as quickly as possible and take up to its maximum charge current The Charge Current Limit paramete...

Page 21: ...t required An Engine Start Peak Current parameter of 0A bypasses evaluating the maximum current required for an engine start The Engine Start parameters are not required to be programmed they are both...

Page 22: ...with significantly less energetic failure modes The Nanophosphate advantage enhances typical lithium iron phosphate chemistries by providing exceptional power and energy The combination of these chara...

Page 23: ...ttery Management System BMS The BMS board is independent of the modules and manages the power control and external data interface of the battery Using cell and battery conditions passed to it by the C...

Page 24: ...ed to address the unique needs of lithium technology In particular it is designed to contain and direct emitted gases overboard maintain a safe external temperature and pressure constrain any debris o...

Page 25: ...will enter Sleep Mode when the Battery Disable control discrete is engaged closed when the battery is inactive or when the STATUS SOC button is held for 3 seconds The battery is inactive when all of t...

Page 26: ...y conditions to manage operation and mitigate exceedances as needed through its various protection methods Data and status is available through the communication connector and the heater is available...

Page 27: ...rovide approximately 28 volts Depending on the load the battery will provide an average of approximately 25 5 volts for the duration of discharge See Section 4 5 for more details on available capacity...

Page 28: ...0 F utilizing the internal self powered heaters bringing the battery up to full operational capability Pre heat time will vary depending on temperature but can be fully warmed in 15 minutes or less af...

Page 29: ...seconds Module is disabled Factory Service Over Voltage Module voltage 30 6VDC or Any cell string voltage 3 8 VDC Charging disabled Module voltage 29 2 VDC and All cell string voltages 3 6 VDC Over Cu...

Page 30: ...from the dual independent RTDs and analog state of charge Each RTD has a resistance of 100 ohms at 0 C Resistance ohms for all temperatures T in degrees Celsius can be calculated using the following...

Page 31: ...ater Disable This input when grounded manually disables the heaters from operating Discrete Communication Signals Heating Active when the Heater is providing heat Fault Active when the battery has an...

Page 32: ...rate Deliverable Energy is defined as State of Charge x Current Maximum Capacity Example A TB20 has aged and its current maximum capacity is 18Ah instead of its original beginning of life 20Ah If its...

Page 33: ...of Charge BNR 128 11 0 0625 1000 2000 346 Estimated Life Remaining BNR 128 11 0 0625 1000 2000 350 Software Version DISCRETE X Y Z 1000 2000 351 Operational Status DISCRETE 500 1000 352 Fault Status D...

Page 34: ...C See Section 4 4 3 for further description Heat Flashing White indicator Battery heaters are currently heating Solid Yellow indicator Heater is disabled Service Solid Red indicator Battery has a perm...

Page 35: ...are set to active for 10 seconds o If the battery has reached the end of discharge and under voltage protection is activated pushing the status button will clear the under voltage fault if battery vol...

Page 36: ...that can be applied over 20 or 5 hours respectively For example a lead acid battery rated at 20Ah at a 0 2 C rate can deliver 4A for 5 hours 4A x 5 hours 20Ah However that same system typically does...

Page 37: ...priate pre heat time This feature prevents the necessity to remove the unit from the aircraft when stored at extremely low temperatures overnight or for longer periods of time The battery also exhibit...

Page 38: ...see Section 4 4 In Flight Monitoring Typically all annunciations from the unit should be inactive during flight However the HEATING signal may be observed depending on the temperature of the unit and...

Page 39: ...pdate file from https www truebluepowerusa com software updates to the root directory of a standard FAT formatted USB 2 0 compatible flash drive ensuring the filename is exactly update muf It is recom...

Page 40: ...located above and to the left of the USB port until the service light located above and to the right of the USB port changes from solid white to blinking white approximately 3 seconds and releasing be...

Page 41: ...talled first and then the getcfg cmd file will generate the installer txt file in this sequence H Remove the USB flash drive and the battery will reboot into flight mode I Replace the USB access cover...

Page 42: ...mmunication is available to the cockpit to validate the battery is transmitting data appropriately To perform this turn on the avionics master and deactivate the battery disable if installed Verify ba...

Page 43: ...y ages the accuracy of its reported capacity can change due to a variety of factors associated with its use environmental conditions and the characteristics of the cells Using the procedures in this s...

Page 44: ...erminals is greater than 27 6 VDC A unit should never be returned to service if the voltage is less than this value after charging C Re install the unit in the aircraft including securing it via prope...

Page 45: ...C Upon receipt the battery shall be fully charged using the procedures listed in this manual prior to storage and again prior to installation use STORED BATTERIES MUST BE FULLY RECHARGED AT A MINIMUM...

Page 46: ...rge End of life is represented by the inability of the unit to meet the minimum capacity requirement of the aircraft either as programmed and self determined by the battery or upon verification of man...

Page 47: ...acity Test Pass 20Ah minimum 2 4 4 6 Capacity Test at Low High Temp Pass 16 5Ah 40 C 19 5Ah 70 C 2 4 4 7 Constant Voltage Discharge Pass IPP 900A IPR 700A 18V 2 4 4 8 Charge Acceptance Pass 18Ah 40 C...

Page 48: ...gory W Fluids 11 Category F Sand and Dust 12 Category S Fungus 13 Category F Salt Fog 14 Category S Magnetic Effect 15 Category A Power Input 16 Category B RX Voltage Spike 17 Category A Audio Frequen...

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