Esterline Subsidiary Takes Aircraft Electrical Distribution to the Next Level
Leach International Introduces Next-generation SSPCs
BUENA PARK, CA -- In response to the continuously increasing electrical demand on board aircraft, Esterline Corporation (NYSE/ESL www.esterline.com) subsidiary Leach International has developed multi-channel, next-generation Solid-state Power Controllers (SSPCs) designed to fit into compact, microprocessor-controlled Secondary Power Distribution Units (SPDUs), according to Mark Thek, president of Leach International, North America. In addition to providing advanced circuit protection, these .smart. units also provide built-in testing to check wiring integrity and more.
Key features of Leach SSPCs are low voltage drop and power dissipation, backup wire protection and optional arc fault protection. Data bus UART, ARINC 485 and CAN (Controller Area Network) are provided at no additional cost, while ARINC 429 and Mil-Std-1553 data buses are available options. The SSPCs are configured via software-based design and provide full integration and interface with all avionics applications.
There are a number of design benefits of Leach SSPCs, including reduced part count due to the elimination of connectors, junction boxes, wires, circuit breakers and other components. Overall wire volume is dramatically reduced, while accuracy, repeatability and arc fault protection are improved.
Reporting capabilities include switch status (on, off, tripped, over-current and tripped arc fault), current reading at 100 mA resolution, output voltage, presence or absence of load, switch failure mode (open or closed), and over-current l2t trip curve.
Finally, unique to computer controlled SSPCs is the built-in test feature, which allows verification of items such as memory, power supply, trip circuit and gate signal. The continuous built-in testing (CBIT) constantly monitors temperature, memory checksum and signal integrity. There also is an integrated built-in testing (IBIT) for added protection.
Leach International Corporation, a leader since 1919 in high-reliability power switching components, is a subsidiary of Esterline Technologies and one of the largest manufacturers of electrical switching and control devices for the aerospace industry.
About Leach International:
Leach International Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Esterline Technologies Corporation and part of Esterline's Sensors & Systems segment, is a world leader for the design and manufacture of high-reliability power switching and control components. Leach specializes in combining its leading-edge components with unique design and manufacturing capabilities to provide custom AC/DC power distribution assemblies. Known for its design excellence and commitment to quality and reliability since 1919, Leach equipment and components are used on thousands of aerospace, military, rail, and high-end industrial applications worldwide in the most severe environments. Learn more about Leach at www.leachintl.com.
About Esterline:
Esterline Corporation is a specialized manufacturing company serving principally aerospace/defense markets in three segments: Sensors & Systems, Avionics & Controls, and Advanced Materials. In addition to Leach International, the Sensors & Systems segment includes operations that produce high-precision temperature and pressure sensors, fluid and motion control components, and other related systems principally for aerospace and defense customers. Operations within the Avionics & Controls segment focus on technology interface systems for commercial and military aircraft and similar devices for land- and sea-based military vehicles, secure communications systems, specialized medical equipment, and other high-end industrial applications. Advanced Materials focuses on process-related technologies, including high-performance elastomer products used for a wide range of military and commercial aerospace purposes, and combustible ordnance and electronic warfare countermeasure products. Learn more about Esterline at www.esterline.com.
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