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Rev C, March 8, 2018 

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Manual Number 9019049

 

 

 

4.1 ELECTRICAL 

PERFORMANCE 

The TC2000 Series Static Converter converts an alternating current (AC) voltage input to a 
regulated VDC output. See Table 4.1 specific output and input frequency. 
 
 

Model Input Frequency Output 

TC2000  115 VAC 

360-800 Hz  28 VDC 

 

Table 4.1 

TC2000 Series Electrical Performance 

The unit is capable of providing 2000 watts to power a variety of aircraft accessories including 
lights and onboard systems.  

4.2 PROTECTIVE 

FEATURES 

4.2.1 Remote 

On/Off 

The TC2000 Series Static Converter incorporates a remote on/off feature that allows 
the user to enable or disable the output of the unit. By providing a ground on the 
appropriate pin (See Table 3.3) the user, via a remote mounted switch, can enable 
the output of the unit. The unit can be similarly disabled by removing the ground 
signal (open circuit) to the same pin.

 

4.2.2 Over-Temperature 

The TC2000 Series Static Converter incorporates an internal temperature sensing 
device that continually provides monitoring and feedback to the control circuits. 
When the unit senses an internal condition that exceeds maximum temperature 
ratings, the output is disabled and the internal cooling fans cease to operate. The 
unit output will be enabled when the temperature returns to within acceptable limits. 
This over-temperature reset occurs automatically without external intervention 
required.  

4.2.3  Short Circuit and Over-Current 

The TC2000 Series Static Converter is capable of surviving a short circuit or over-
current event without permanent damage or effect to long-term reliability. Under 
standard conditions, the unit can provide over its rated power output up to 2200 
watts for over 5 minutes (until over-temperature shutdown occurs).  

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for TC2000 Series

Page 1: ...lectrical Power Converter True Blue Power is a division of Mid Continent Instrument Co Inc Mid Continent Instrument Co Inc dba Mid Continent Instruments and Avionics 9400 E 34th Street N Wichita KS 67226 Manual Number 9019049 PH 800 821 1212 FX 316 630 0723 Rev C March 8 2018 ...

Page 2: ...nts 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 reference and the page number Send your comments to True Blue Power c o Mid Continent Instrument Co Inc Attn Technical Publications 9400 E 34th Street N Wichita KS 67226 USA...

Page 3: ...N DETAIL Revision Date Approved Detail A 12 28 2017 BAW Initial release B 01 26 2018 BAW Corrected formatting issues Incorporated FAA comments C 03 08 2018 JRC Changed paragraph 3 3 2 3 pin E to pin A Added note page 5 on ground regulatory requirements ...

Page 4: ...KING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT 8 3 3 CABLE HARNESS 8 3 3 1 Wire Gauge Selection 8 3 3 2 Pin Assignment Information 9 3 3 3 Example Wiring Diagrams 10 3 3 4 Harness Verification 10 3 4 MOUNTING 12 3 5 INSTALLATION COMPLETION 13 3 6 INSTALLATION CAUTION 13 SECTION 4 OPERATION 14 4 1 ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE 14 4 2 PROTECTIVE FEATURES 14 4 2 1 Remote On Off 14 4 2 2 Over Temperature 14 4 2 3 Short Circu...

Page 5: ...hort circuit protection overload capability low voltage shut down temperature monitoring a self resettable over temperature disable and a remote on off function The TC2000 Series has a robust Military rated circular connector and the rugged extrusion that houses the unit is designed to help dissipate heat and provide mechanical strength against vibration or other possibilities of damage Two indepe...

Page 6: ...owever 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 a...

Page 7: ...rticle on or in a specific type or class of aircraft must determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards TSO articles must receive additional installation approval prior to being operated on each aircraft The article may be installed only according to 14 CFR Part 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirements Figure 2 1 Derated Output Power versus Altitude Figure...

Page 8: ...quipment a Mating Connector cable clamp MCI P N 9018993 1 and 9018550 2 Equipment not provided a Mounting Hardware four 4 20 pan head screws lock washers optional b Cable Harness Wire See Section 3 3 for specifications 3 3 CABLE HARNESS Construct the cable harness with regards to the instructions below and using Figures 3 3 3 5 and Wiring Diagram of Table 3 3 Refer to Section 2 Pre Installation Co...

Page 9: ...ed return bus if it is desirable to have a 28V DC bus independent and isolated from the aircraft DC bus Note Use of a circuit breaker on the DC output is optional For the full output of 2000W a single circuit breaker current of 75 Amp maximum is recommended If multiple branching circuits are connected to the output then the total rating of all circuit breakers should not exceed 75 Amps 3 3 2 3 CON...

Page 10: ...e than one TC2000 can be connected in parallel to provide more than 2000 Watts of power conversion to 28 VDC Contact Mid Continent Instruments True Blue Power for additional information on this feature If the parallel operation feature is not being used this pin should remain unconnected 3 3 3 Example Wiring Diagrams See Figures 3 4 and 3 5 for examples of potential wiring diagram options for inst...

Page 11: ... 8 V D C O U T P U T G G F Figure 3 4 Typical TC2000 Aircraft Wiring Installation Constant On T C 2 0 0 0 B B E E A A C C D D 1 1 5 V A C I N P U T 3 0 A C I R C U I T B R E A K E R O F F O N C A S E A T T A C H E D T O A I R F R A M E E N A B L E 7 5 A C I R C U I T B R E A K E R 2 8 V D C O U T P U T G G F Figure 3 5 Typical TC2000 Aircraft Wiring Installation Remote On Off ...

Page 12: ...s designed for base mounting only in any orientation Four 20 mounting holes should be provided in the aircraft in accordance with Figure 3 6 Secure the unit with four 20 pan head screws or equivalent A lock washer under the head of each screw is recommended 3 75 5 50 13 25 11 75 14 00 4X Ø 0 281 Mounting Holes 3 45 6 32 Figure 3 6 TC2000 Series Static Converter Outline Drawing ...

Page 13: ...verification Verify the output of the unit at the terminating end of the cable with a multi meter to ensure proper voltage and polarity Once verified installation can be completed and functionality of the remote on off feature if used should be checked 3 6 INSTALLATION CAUTION CAUTION Do not connect the output of the TC2000 Series Static Converter to the output of any other Converter or damage wil...

Page 14: ...of the unit The unit can be similarly disabled by removing the ground signal open circuit to the same pin 4 2 2 Over Temperature The TC2000 Series Static Converter incorporates an internal temperature sensing device that continually provides monitoring and feedback to the control circuits When the unit senses an internal condition that exceeds maximum temperature ratings the output is disabled and...

Page 15: ...ude Low Temperature High Temperature Altitude 4 4 5 2 4 5 4 4 6 1 Category C3 Operating Low Temp 55C Operating High Temp 70C Altitude 35 000 ft Temperature Variation 5 Category S2 Humidity 6 Category B Operational Shock and Crash Safety 7 Category B Vibration 8 Category R Curve C C1 RCC1 Explosion 9 Category X Waterproofness 10 Category X Fluids 11 Category X Sand and Dust 12 Category X Fungus 13 ...

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