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Installation Manual and Operating Instructions
Model TC230
DC/DC 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
th
9400 E. 34
Street N.
Wichita, KS 67226
Manual Number 9018670
PH (800) 821-1212
FX (316) 630-0723
Rev C, October 7, 2016
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- Page 1 Installation Manual and Operating Instructions Model TC230 DC/DC 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. 34 Street N. Wichita, KS 67226 Manual Number 9018670...
- Page 2 PH (316) 630-0101 FX (316) 630-0723 All products produced by Mid-Continent Instrument, Co., Inc., including those identified as Mid- Continent Instruments and Avionics or True Blue Power, are designed and manufactured in Wichita, KS, USA. Copyright 2016 Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
- Page 3 REVISION DETAIL Revision Date Approved Detail 08/31/16 Initial release. 09/28/16 Corrections. Updated sections. 10/07/16 Changed model number. Rev C, October 7, 2016 Manual Number 9018670...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 2 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS COOLING EQUIPMENT LOCATION ROUTING OF CABLES LIMITATIONS SECTION 3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES GENERAL INFORMATION UNPACKING AND INSPECTING CABLE HARNESS 3.3.1 Wire Gauge Selection 3.3.2 Pin Assignment Information 3.3.3 Harness Verification MOUNTING... -
Page 5: General Description
(DC) input of 14 volts to an output of 28 volts direct current (DC) output. Converting an input operation voltage range of 10-18 VDC to 28VDC makes the TC230 suitable for power to a wide variety of general, business, or commercial aviation applications. The unit is rated for a nominal output of 230 watts to power avionics, instrumentation, lighting, and many other applications. -
Page 6: Cooling
PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS COOLING The TC230 product 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 convection (exposure to free moving air) or conduction (mounting to a thermally conductive metal surface). -
Page 7: Installation Procedures
This section contains interconnect diagrams, mounting dimensions and other information pertaining to the installation of the TC230 DC/DC Converter. After installation of cabling and before installation of the equipment, ensure that power is applied only to the pins specified in the interconnect diagram. -
Page 8: Pin Assignment Information
3.3.3 Harness Verification With the TC230 Static Converter disconnected, activate the aircraft power bus that supplies the unit and use a multi-meter to verify that aircraft power and ground with appropriate voltage is on the pins within the mating harness. - Page 9 DC INPUT DC RETURN TC230 DC OUTPUT 6430234-1 Figure 3.5: Typical 6430234-1 Aircraft Wiring Installation – Constant On DC INPUT DC RETURN TC230 DC OUTPUT 6430234-2 ENABLE ON/OFF Figure 3.6: Typical 6430234-2 Aircraft Wiring Installation – Remote On/Off Rev C, October 7, 2016...
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Page 10: Mounting
Refer to Section 2: Pre-Installation Considerations in regards to equipment location. The TC230 DC/DC Converter is designed for base mounting only. Four 6-32 mounting holes should be provided in the aircraft in accordance with Figure 3.7. Secure the unit with four 6-32 pan head screws, or equivalent. -
Page 11: Operation
OPERATION ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE The TC230 is designed as a non-isolated, boost topology, solid-state switch-mode power supply. The unit converts a direct current voltage (10-18VDC) input to a regulated 28 VDC output. It is capable of providing up to 230 watts of power to a variety of aircraft accessories including lights and onboard systems. -
Page 12: Conformance
No periodic scheduled maintenance or calibration is necessary for continued airworthiness of the TC230 DC/DC Converter. If the unit fails to perform to specifications, the unit must be removed and serviced by Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics or their authorized designee.
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