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6                             Manual Number 9018067  •  Revision J, May 4, 2020 

SECTION 2  PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS 

2.1 

COOLING 

The TI250 Series does not require external cooling or contain internal active cooling. Cooling of the 
unit occurs exclusively through passive conduction through the base or radiated cooling across the 
metal case. Additional cooling can be realized through convective effects of the environment 
(exposure to free moving air). These methods are not required to achieve rated performance but 
can help prevent potential overheating and extend life when the unit is operated at full power or 
during overload conditions. Specifically, mounting the unit to a metal surface is preferred, but not 
required.  
 

2.2 

EQUIPMENT LOCATION 

The TI250 Series is designed for mounting flexibility, allowing for installation inside or outside the 
pressure vessel with no requirement for temperature control. In addition to altitude and 
temperature resistance, the unit is also designed to withstand high levels of condensing humidity. 
However, installation locations where the unit could be subject to standing or direct water exposure 
should be avoided. The unit can be mounted in any orientation. Clearance should be provided for 
the mating connector and may require as much as five inches past the unit connector to allow for 
back shell access to the connector.  

 

2.3 

ROUTING OF CABLES 

The wires and cable bundle associated with the unit are heavy gauge wire and carry significant 
power. Be aware of routing cables near other electronics or with other wire bundles that may be 
susceptible to high energy flow.  
 
Avoid sharp bends in cabling and routing near aircraft control cables. Also avoid proximity and 
contact with aircraft structures, avionics equipment, or other obstructions that could chafe wires 
during flight and cause undesirable effects. 

 

2.4 

LIMITATIONS 

The TI250 Series of static electric power inverters is certified to FAA TSO-C73 with the following 
limitations identified: 
 

1)  Alternating current (AC) output is provided at 115 volts and 60 hertz in lieu of 115 volts and 

400 hertz as identified in the MPS of the TSO.  

2)  Equivalent environmental qualification was verified per RTCA DO-160G in lieu of those 

identified within the MPS of the TSO.  

 
The conditions and tests for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards. 
Those installing this article, on or in a specific type or class of aircraft, must determine that the 
aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards, specification of the article, and 
deviations as listed above. TSO articles must have separate approval for installation in an aircraft. 
The article may be installed only according to 14 CFR part 43 or the applicable airworthiness 
requirements. 
 

 

Summary of Contents for 6430250-1

Page 1: ...Revision J May 4 2020 ...

Page 2: ...ruebluepowerusa 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 please describe it briefly and include the manual part number the paragraph figure table number and the page number Send your comments to True Blue Power c o Mid Continent Instrument Co Inc Attn Technical Pu...

Page 3: ...ING OF CABLES 6 2 4 LIMITATIONS 6 2 5 MODIFICATION 7 SECTION 3 INSTALLATION 8 3 1 GENERAL INFORAMATION 8 3 2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT 8 3 3 CABLE HARNESS 8 3 4 MOUNTING 13 3 5 INSTALLATION COMPLETION 13 3 6 INSTALLATION CAUTION 14 SECTION 4 OPERATION 15 4 1 ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE 15 4 2 PROTECTIVE FEATURES 15 SECTION 5 CONFORMANCE 17 5 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS 17 5 2 EN...

Page 4: ... Selection BMC D 01 02 2015 Added TI254 and TI256 models BMC E 05 11 2015 Added 4 Configuration BMC F 06 16 2015 Updated 4 Configuration specifications BMC G 01 06 2017 Update connector Pinout Table to agree with the input voltage in the Specification Table CAS H 07 26 2019 Updated altitude in Table 1 3 and Qualification sheet VAA J 05 04 2020 Updated style and brand to meet Marketing and Engineer...

Page 5: ... dual unit synchronization The TI250 Series Static Inverter is FAA certified to TSO C73 and tested to rigorous environmental standards and levels of RTCA DO 160 The small size and light weight in conjunction with its installation flexibility inside or outside the pressure vessel make it an ideal choice for aircraft power needs while reducing the challenges associated with other similar products Hi...

Page 6: ...ase pure sine wave Power Factor 0 8 to 0 8 Efficiency 87 90 nominal Total Harmonic Distortion THD Less than 2 Table 1 1 Physical Attributes Model TI250 Model TI254 Model TI256 Model TI256 Weight 2 2 lbs 1 kg 2 2 lbs 1 kg 2 6 lbs 1 15 kg 2 6 lbs 1 15 kg Dimensions not including connector mate 6 7 inches long x 6 0 inches wide x 2 0 inches high 171 mm long x 152 mm wide x 51 mm high Mating Connector...

Page 7: ...es past the unit connector to allow for back shell access to the connector 2 3 ROUTING OF CABLES The wires and cable bundle associated with the unit are heavy gauge wire and carry significant power Be aware of routing cables near other electronics or with other wire bundles that may be susceptible to high energy flow Avoid sharp bends in cabling and routing near aircraft control cables Also avoid ...

Page 8: ...plate by the lack of marking on the MOD numbers 1 through 9 i e 1 9 are visible All subsequent modifications are identified on the nameplate by the marking blacking out of that particular MOD number i e for MOD 1 the number 1 is not visible and 2 9 are visible see Figure 2 1 for examples MODs do not have to be sequentially inclusive and may be applied independent of each other For additional detai...

Page 9: ... of Figure 3 3 Figure 3 4 and Wiring Diagram of Table 3 3 Refer to Section 2 Pre Installation Considerations in regards to routing precautions Wire Gauge Selection Use of PTFE ETFE TFE Teflon or tefzel insulated wire is recommended for aircraft use Use the following wire gauges for each of the pins in the connector Pin A and D 12 14 AWG stranded or solid Pin B and C 18 20 AWG stranded or solid Pin...

Page 10: ...ll have approximately 16 VDC present internally limited to less than 3 mA If the inverter is to be enabled at all times pin E can be connected to pin G Remote ON OFF Return This pin is internally connected to pin D Pin G may be used as the return from an ON OFF switch or left unconnected It is recommended that pin G not be connected directly to ground or 28V negative INVERTER FAULT INDICATION OUTP...

Page 11: ...115VAC Output AC Return C AC Return Remote On Off D DC Return 18 36VDC Input E Fault Indication 26VAC Output F Remote On Off Phase Sync G 26VAC Output 115VAC Output Connector Pinout Figure 3 4A Typical TI250 Small Aircraft Minimum Wiring Installation A D B E C F G Figure 3 3 Pinout View of Unit Connector Table 3 3 Connector Pinout OUTLETS A D G E B C 28VDC INVERTER ENABLE ON OFF TI250 15A Optional...

Page 12: ...ixed Equipment TI254 A D G F B C 28VDC INVERTER ALWAYS 15A E 1 5K 1W FAULT LED CASE ATTACHED OR NOT ATTACHED TO AIRFRAME AIRCRAFT MONITORING SYSTEM FIXED AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT ENABLED 2 5A 6430250 2 TI250 A D G E B C 28VDC INVERTER ENABLE ON OFF 15A F 1 5K 1W FAULT LED CASE ATTACHED OR NOT ATTACHED TO AIRFRAME OUTLETS 110VAC 1A NEU HOT 6430250 1 ...

Page 13: ... 26VAC Fixed Equipment A D G E B C 28VDC TI250 15A F CASE ATTACHED OR NOT ATTACHED TO AIRFRAME OUTLET Optional Breaker 110VAC 2 5A HOT NEU AIRCRAFT CABIN ACCESSORIES SYSTEM 6430250 1 TI256 A D F G C B 28VDC 15A E 1 5K 1W FAULT LED CASE ATTACHED OR NOT ATTACHED TO AIRFRAME AIRCRAFT MONITORING SYSTEM 115V 400Hz EQUIPMENT 6430250 3 3A 26V 400Hz EQUIPMENT 2 5A ...

Page 14: ...ting only Four 10 mounting holes should be provided in the aircraft in accordance with Figure 3 5 Secure the unit with four 10 pan head Phillips screws or equivalent A lock washer under the head of each screw is recommended 3 5 INSTALLATION COMPLETION Prior to operating the unit in the aircraft it is recommended to verify the output and functionality of the unit In order to prevent accidental dama...

Page 15: ...rcumstance allow the output of the inverter to be connected to ground utility AC power or damage will result If more than 250 watts of power is required for an installation a higher power inverter model such as the 500 watt Mid Continent MD50 should be selected Connector per MS3102A 18 9P 2 0 4 75 5 0 5 50 5 94 4X Ø 22 10 32 Mounting Holes 6 0 0 7 Figure 3 5 TI250 Series Static Inverter Outline Dr...

Page 16: ...r legacy designs that incorporate voltage mode controllers Additionally the AC output stage controls both the current and voltage of the output AC waveform providing a low distortion sine wave output even over varying power factor requirements of the load The AC output is frequency controlled using a crystal oscillator reference 4 2 PROTECTIVE FEATURES Remote On Off The TI250 Series Static Inverte...

Page 17: ...or over 30 minutes until over temperature shutdown occurs The inverter monitors the AC output on a pulse by pulse scenario to determine a short circuit or over current situation If detected the output is limited by clipping the AC sine waveform limiting the power output If the short circuit or over current situation continues for more than a few seconds the inverter will turn off the AC output and...

Page 18: ...ESCRIPTION OF TEST Temperature and Altitude 4 Category F2 Y Temperature Variation 5 Category S2 Humidity 6 Category B Operational Shock and Crash Safety 7 Category B Vibration 8 Fixed Wing Category R Curve C C1 Rotorcraft Category U Curve G Explosion 9 Category X Waterproofness 10 Category X Fluids 11 Category X Sand and Dust 12 Category X Fungus 13 Category F Salt Spray 14 Category X Magnetic Eff...

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