Airborne Generator Control Unit
GCU-01 is an airborne generator control unit which controls the regulation of 28V DC power generators for onboard military aircrafts. The unit complies with MIL-STD-704D requirements of 28V power supply regulation for on board military aircrafts. It regulates the generator such that the 28V power generated at the feeder point of the generator , complies with MIL-STD-704D specifications over the full range of Engine RPM and the power supply load conditions.
Product Details: PARK GCU-01
Capabilities
Indicators
System fault and fault code indications for pilot
Logs
Logging of BIT results and fault codes with sortie identification in internal NVRAM
Data Access
Facility to download logged BIT information to an external PC
Diagnosis
Extensive diagnostic facilities through an external PC
Specifications
Operating Temperature
-40˚C to +75˚C
Power Supply
Minimum power up battery voltage : 16V
PMG voltage range : 18V peak to 90V peak (Three Phase)
GCU self power consumption : 10 Watts maximum
Field Excitation
a. Excitation modes : 1. External excitation from PMG 2. Autonomous excitation from feeder voltage
b. Maximum field current : 8A