AeroElectric-List Digest Archive

Mon 01/23/06


Total Messages Posted: 30



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     1. 02:00 AM - Skymap IIIc Install manual (Richard Garforth)
     2. 06:29 AM - Remote ELT Battery Change Timing (John Markey)
     3. 06:34 AM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Fiveonepw@aol.com)
     4. 06:46 AM - Waxed lacing cord techniques? (Steve Ruse)
     5. 07:14 AM - Re: Off Subject-Power meter calibration (Dave Morris \)
     6. 07:19 AM - Re: Waxed lacing cord techniques? (Steve Ruse)
     7. 07:21 AM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Dave Morris \)
     8. 07:26 AM - Re: Waxed lacing cord techniques? (Pat Hatch)
     9. 07:42 AM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    10. 07:42 AM - OV Module (Ron)
    11. 08:34 AM - Re: Waxed lacing cord techniques? (Pat Hatch)
    12. 08:37 AM - Re: MD200-306 VOR/ILS Indicator (John Schroeder)
    13. 08:56 AM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    14. 09:07 AM - Re: OV Module (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    15. 09:19 AM - Re: OV Module (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    16. 10:27 AM - Re: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Dave Morris \)
    17. 10:49 AM - Re: Re: EV200 Conducted emissions (Gilles Thesee)
    18. 11:40 AM - e-mags/p-mags (Erich_Weaver@URSCorp.com)
    19. 12:46 PM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Dr. Peter Laurence)
    20. 01:17 PM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    21. 01:19 PM - Re: Re: EV200 Conducted emissions (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    22. 02:14 PM - Microswitch (Mark R. Supinski)
    23. 02:36 PM - Voltage regulator (David Shani)
    24. 03:37 PM - ELT Remote Gotcha (PeterHunt1@aol.com)
    25. 03:37 PM - Re: Microswitch (Robert L. Nuckolls, III)
    26. 05:11 PM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Jerry Fisher)
    27. 05:16 PM - Re: Skymap IIIc Install manual (Chris Good)
    28. 06:27 PM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Dan Beadle)
    29. 08:56 PM - Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? (Keith Hallsten)
    30. 11:52 PM - GRT/Lightspeed/Mags (Allan Aaron)
 
 
 


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    Time: 02:00:51 AM PST US
    From: "Richard Garforth" <richard@hawk.flyer.co.uk>
    Subject: Skymap IIIc Install manual
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Richard Garforth" <richard@hawk.flyer.co.uk> I am trying to source a link to a maintenance/install manual for a Skymap IIIc so I can change the internal lithium battery. Can anyone help please ?? Richard


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    Time: 06:29:37 AM PST US
    From: John Markey <markeypilot@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Remote ELT Battery Change Timing
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: John Markey <markeypilot@yahoo.com> The Ameri-King AK-450 ELT I have requires 2 hearing aid sized silver oxides to be replaced about every 5-7 years in the panel remote switch. It looks like these batteries power the led ON-indicator if the unit is switched ON either by a "good" landing or an accidental pushing on the remote ON-switch. The black remote must come out to unscrew the case to get to the batteries.The Ameri-King sight mentions the 4 D-cells needed for the ELT but not the little button batteries for the remote. John Markey Vern wrote: --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: rv-9a-online <rv-9a-online@telus.net> In the last two weeks, every builder I talked to (including an inspector) was not aware that most ELT remotes require a battery to operate. No big deal, you think? Well, it is if you've mounted the ELT remote on your panel and have no way to access the battery. So, be forewarned... ensure you can easily remove the ELT remote to insert/change the battery. I can access mine by removing my GPS, but a friend of mine building a SeaStar would have had a lot of trouble if I hadn't pointed it out. Vern Little ---------------------------------


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    Time: 06:34:02 AM PST US
    From: Fiveonepw@aol.com
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Fiveonepw@aol.com In a message dated 1/23/06 12:03:50 AM Central Standard Time, nuckollsr@cox.net writes: > I have hardware in hand that can be programmed to accomplish > this task. We can watch for switch behavior to exhibit > some characteristic like "switch closed more than 50% of the time > over a 1 minute period" before the warning light is latched > on. Given the flexibility of software, we can probably address > any other low-fuel trip protocol. Does anyone have a need for > this capability? >>>>> I used a couple of Altronix 6062 timer boards suggested by John P. Marzluf several years ago- they perform fine, but your solution is likely a more elegant way to accomplish this. Here's a message from archives: http://www.matronics.com/searching/getmsg_script.cgi?INDEX=17746345?KEYS=outback?LISTNAME=AeroElectric?HITNUMBER=84?SERIAL=0627595069?SHOWBUTTONS=YES and my implementation of them: http://websites.expercraft.com/n51pw/index.php?q=log_entry&log_id=5003 They are the blue boards on the tray. Would like to see what ya got in mind, Bob- probably something about the size of a postage stamp, no doubt... Mark Phillips


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    Time: 06:46:48 AM PST US
    From: Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com>
    Subject: Waxed lacing cord techniques?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com> I am adding an intercom to my plane (a Pietenpol), and want to re-do all of the wiring harnesses (not very many in a Pietenpol). I gave it a shot last night, but after my first go at it, I think there are probably some techniques for knots that I don't know. Can anyone point me to a "how to" site, or give me some tips on knot tying? How many knots per foot is typical? I think mine will hold, but there is probably a better way to do it. Thanks for any tips! Steve Ruse N6383J - Norman, OK


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    Time: 07:14:37 AM PST US
    From: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" <BigD@DaveMorris.com>
    Subject: Re: Off Subject-Power meter calibration
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" <BigD@DaveMorris.com> If you think it's not calibrated because you got an astronomically high electric bill last month, join the crowd. Dave Morris At 04:23 PM 1/22/2006, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: <bbradburry@allvantage.com> > >Sorry about being off subject, but does anyone know how the power meter on a >residence could be checked for calibration? The power company tells me not >to worry...The meter is correct...HA! >I am pretty certain that is not true. > >Also I wonder if the new radio reporting meters can have their calibration >changed via radio??? > >Thanks for any assistance.. > >BB Shott from Vinita > >


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    Time: 07:19:42 AM PST US
    From: Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com>
    Subject: Re: Waxed lacing cord techniques?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com> I should have done a little more searching before I posted. I found this link to a copy of a tutorial from the Bureau of Naval Weapons, circa 1962. Seems like pretty good information, I figured someone else might be interested too: http://www.dairiki.org/hammond/cable-lacing-howto/ I'm still interested in anyone's comments. Steve Quoting Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com>: > --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Steve Ruse > <steve@wotelectronics.com> > > I am adding an intercom to my plane (a Pietenpol), and want to re-do > all of the > wiring harnesses (not very many in a Pietenpol). I gave it a shot > last night, > but after my first go at it, I think there are probably some techniques for > knots that I don't know. Can anyone point me to a "how to" site, or give me > some tips on knot tying? How many knots per foot is typical? I think mine > will hold, but there is probably a better way to do it. > > Thanks for any tips! > > Steve Ruse > N6383J - Norman, OK


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    Time: 07:21:06 AM PST US
    From: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" <BigD@DaveMorris.com> float switches?
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" <BigD@DaveMorris.com> float switches? Bob, I have a switch float in my header tank that I use to control the pump that feeds the header. (Other Dragonfly builders manually switch the pump on and off, watching a big red light, and install a huger overflow tube.) I was planning to install a 1 minute timer, so that when the float indicates a full tank, the pump switches off for 1 solid minute, before being allowed to come on again (if the float indicates it's time to run again). Basically a kind of debounce circuit. I think that can be done with a simple 555 circuit or even some of the off-the-shelf timer kits from QKits. Dave Morris At 12:00 AM 1/23/2006, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" ><nuckollsr@cox.net> > >Some months ago, someone was asking about a circuit to >make the float-switches in their airplane be a bit more >definitive as to when the low fuel warning light was >illuminated. > >I have hardware in hand that can be programmed to accomplish >this task. We can watch for switch behavior to exhibit >some characteristic like "switch closed more than 50% of the time >over a 1 minute period" before the warning light is latched >on. Given the flexibility of software, we can probably address >any other low-fuel trip protocol. Does anyone have a need for >this capability? > > > Bob . . . > > > < What is so wonderful about scientific truth...is that > > < the authority which determines whether there can be > > < debate or not does not reside in some fraternity of > > < scientists; nor is it divine. The authority rests > > < with experiment. > > < --Lawrence M. Krauss > > http://www.aeroelectric.com > >


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    Time: 07:26:06 AM PST US
    From: "Pat Hatch" <pat_hatch@msn.com>
    Subject: Waxed lacing cord techniques?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Pat Hatch" <pat_hatch@msn.com> Steve, I haven't seen any responses to this, so you might want to look at AC 43.13-1B, there is a section on typing knots for wire bundles. I also think Bob Nuckolls might have a comic book somewhere on his site that shows the technique at www.aeroelectric.com Hope this helps. Pat Hatch RV-6 RV-7 Subject: AeroElectric-List: Waxed lacing cord techniques? --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com> I am adding an intercom to my plane (a Pietenpol), and want to re-do all of the wiring harnesses (not very many in a Pietenpol). I gave it a shot last night, but after my first go at it, I think there are probably some techniques for knots that I don't know. Can anyone point me to a "how to" site, or give me some tips on knot tying? How many knots per foot is typical? I think mine will hold, but there is probably a better way to do it. Thanks for any tips! Steve Ruse N6383J - Norman, OK


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    Time: 07:42:05 AM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> At 09:33 AM 1/23/2006 -0500, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Fiveonepw@aol.com > >In a message dated 1/23/06 12:03:50 AM Central Standard Time, >nuckollsr@cox.net writes: > > > I have hardware in hand that can be programmed to accomplish > > this task. We can watch for switch behavior to exhibit > > some characteristic like "switch closed more than 50% of the time > > over a 1 minute period" before the warning light is latched > > on. Given the flexibility of software, we can probably address > > any other low-fuel trip protocol. Does anyone have a need for > > this capability? > > >>>>> > >I used a couple of Altronix 6062 timer boards suggested by John P. Marzluf >several years ago- they perform fine, but your solution is likely a more >elegant >way to accomplish this. > >Here's a message from archives: > >http://www.matronics.com/searching/getmsg_script.cgi?INDEX=17746345?KEYS=outback?LISTNAME=AeroElectric?HITNUMBER=84?SERIAL=0627595069?SHOWBUTTONS=YES > >and my implementation of them: > >http://websites.expercraft.com/n51pw/index.php?q=log_entry&log_id=5003 > >They are the blue boards on the tray. > >Would like to see what ya got in mind, Bob- probably something about the size >of a postage stamp, no doubt... A little bigger than a postage stamp, but not much. See: http://www.aeroelectric.com/Catalog/AEC/9011/9011-700-1.pdf This is one of several products that will be supplied in this package. The circuitry is processor based so it can be 'taught' to do a variety of things. In the case of the AEC9011, we're doing an LV/OV controller for the Chinese CJ6 trainer. Seems folks are suffering some expensive OV events. The 9011 with different software could be a flicker filter for low fuel switches . . . and perhaps a variety of other tasks. In a concentrated effort to increase commonality of hardware, packaging, and fabrication techniques for a line of products, we're going the software route as much as possible. This is the only way I can see to keep costs down and still offer a variety of capabilities in both stock and custom products when the volumes are so low. Bob . . . < What is so wonderful about scientific truth...is that > < the authority which determines whether there can be > < debate or not does not reside in some fraternity of > < scientists; nor is it divine. The authority rests > < with experiment. > < --Lawrence M. Krauss >


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    Time: 07:42:08 AM PST US
    From: "Ron" <rondefly@rtriano.com>
    Subject: OV Module
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Ron" <rondefly@rtriano.com> Hi, Could someone please point me in the right direction on the parts needed for the OV Module, My question is on the Potentiometer R2, the parts list calls it out as 3292W501, DigiKey has no such number. I am not electronically qualified to guess at what it is. Thanks Ron Triano http://bld01.ipowerweb.com/contentmanagement/websites/rtrianoc/page10.html


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    Time: 08:34:37 AM PST US
    From: "Pat Hatch" <pat_hatch@msn.com>
    Subject: Waxed lacing cord techniques?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Pat Hatch" <pat_hatch@msn.com> Steve, Good information...here is the link to Bob's comic book on lacing: http://www.aeroelectric.com/articles/cable_lace/cable_lace.html And here is the link to AC 43.13-1B from Bob's web site: http://www.aeroelectric.com/Reference_Docs/FAA Just my opinion, but I believe this information is a little more current. Pat Hatch RV-6 RV-7 --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Steve Ruse <steve@wotelectronics.com> I should have done a little more searching before I posted. I found this link to a copy of a tutorial from the Bureau of Naval Weapons, circa 1962. Seems like pretty good information, I figured someone else might be interested too: http://www.dairiki.org/hammond/cable-lacing-howto/


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    Time: 08:37:01 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: MD200-306 VOR/ILS Indicator
    From: "John Schroeder" <jschroeder@perigee.net>
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "John Schroeder" <jschroeder@perigee.net> Dean - We wired a lead from the dimmer buss to pin 23 of the MD200 (12 volt system). Works fine to dim the instrument. John On Sun, 22 Jan 2006 23:50:12 -0500, DEAN PSIROPOULOS <dean.psiropoulos@verizon.net> wrote: > --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "DEAN PSIROPOULOS" > <dean.psiropoulos@verizon.net> > > I have a VOR/ILS indicator made by Mid Content Instruments (MD200-306) > and I > am trying to figure out if it is lighted internally or if I need to > supply > some sort of lighting.


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    Time: 08:56:10 AM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> At 09:19 AM 1/23/2006 -0600, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" ><BigD@DaveMorris.com> float switches? > >Bob, I have a switch float in my header tank that I use to control the pump >that feeds the header. (Other Dragonfly builders manually switch the pump >on and off, watching a big red light, and install a huger overflow tube.) > >I was planning to install a 1 minute timer, so that when the float >indicates a full tank, the pump switches off for 1 solid minute, before >being allowed to come on again (if the float indicates it's time to run >again). Basically a kind of debounce circuit. I think that can be done >with a simple 555 circuit or even some of the off-the-shelf timer kits from >QKits. > >Dave Morris No doubt this is true. But one of the things I've noticed is that the majority of OBAM aircraft builders are more interested in turn-key solutions all packaged up with nice mounting bases and d-sub connectors on the front. It also helps if they are small and environmentally robust. For individuals with a hanker'n to sling some solder and build an enclosure to hold it, there are countless variations on a theme that will do the task. My goal is to craft a series of low cost packages that can be taught to do a variety of tasks so that we don't re-invent the whole wheel for each new task. A further goal is to offer packages that are as flight-worthy as anything I would do for a certified a/c customer. If successful in this endeavor, the guy who is thinking about ordering up a bag of parts and heating up the iron will be hard pressed to show a return on investment (beyond the entertainment/ educational value) for rolling his own when versatile, low cost, and robust solutions are becoming almost catalog items. Bob . . .


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    Time: 09:07:45 AM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: OV Module
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> At 07:41 AM 1/23/2006 -0800, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Ron" <rondefly@rtriano.com> > >Hi, Could someone please point me in the right direction on the parts needed >for the OV Module, My question is on the Potentiometer R2, the parts list >calls it out as > >3292W501, DigiKey has no such number. I am not electronically qualified to >guess at what it is. I'm glad you posted this note. The search phrase to find it in Digikey is 3192W-501. I'm pleased that this error was called to my attention because it highlights another more serious error on my part. The 3292 series pots are unnecessarily expensive (15.00/ea!) for this task. I'm going to change the call-out to a 3296W-501 for $2.70 each in single lots. Appreciate the heads-up on this! Bob . . .


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    Time: 09:19:06 AM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: OV Module
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> At 11:07 AM 1/23/2006 -0600, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" ><nuckollsr@cox.net> > >At 07:41 AM 1/23/2006 -0800, you wrote: > > >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Ron" <rondefly@rtriano.com> > > > >Hi, Could someone please point me in the right direction on the parts needed > >for the OV Module, My question is on the Potentiometer R2, the parts list > >calls it out as > > > >3292W501, DigiKey has no such number. I am not electronically qualified to > >guess at what it is. > > I'm glad you posted this note. The search phrase to find it in Digikey > is 3192W-501. I'm pleased that this error was called to my attention > because it highlights another more serious error on my part. The 3292 > series > pots are unnecessarily expensive (15.00/ea!) for this task. I'm going to > change the call-out to a 3296W-501 for $2.70 each in single lots. > > Appreciate the heads-up on this! The drawing has been fixed and Rev D posted at: http://aeroelectric.com/articles/Crowbar_OV_Protection/Crowbar_D.pdf Bob . . .


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    Time: 10:27:14 AM PST US
    From: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" <BigD@DaveMorris.com> warning float switches?
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float
    switches? --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" <BigD@DaveMorris.com> warning float switches? Oh, I totally agree on that. In fact, if you whip one up, I'll probably buy it too, because it saves me some time, which I find I don't have nearly enough of. Dave Morris At 10:54 AM 1/23/2006, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" ><nuckollsr@cox.net> > >At 09:19 AM 1/23/2006 -0600, you wrote: > > >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dave Morris \"BigD\"" > ><BigD@DaveMorris.com> float switches? > > > >Bob, I have a switch float in my header tank that I use to control the pump > >that feeds the header. (Other Dragonfly builders manually switch the pump > >on and off, watching a big red light, and install a huger overflow tube.) > > > >I was planning to install a 1 minute timer, so that when the float > >indicates a full tank, the pump switches off for 1 solid minute, before > >being allowed to come on again (if the float indicates it's time to run > >again). Basically a kind of debounce circuit. I think that can be done > >with a simple 555 circuit or even some of the off-the-shelf timer kits from > >QKits. > > > >Dave Morris > > No doubt this is true. But one of the things I've noticed is that > the majority of OBAM aircraft builders are more interested in > turn-key solutions all packaged up with nice mounting bases and > d-sub connectors on the front. It also helps if they are small > and environmentally robust. > > For individuals with a hanker'n to sling some solder and build > an enclosure to hold it, there are countless variations > on a theme that will do the task. > > My goal is to craft a series of low cost packages that can > be taught to do a variety of tasks so that we don't re-invent > the whole wheel for each new task. A further goal is to offer > packages that are as flight-worthy as anything I would do > for a certified a/c customer. > > If successful in this endeavor, the guy who is thinking about > ordering up a bag of parts and heating up the iron will be hard > pressed to show a return on investment (beyond the entertainment/ > educational value) for rolling his own when versatile, low cost, > and robust solutions are becoming almost catalog items. > > Bob . . . > >


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    Time: 10:49:51 AM PST US
    From: Gilles Thesee <Gilles.Thesee@ac-grenoble.fr>
    Subject: Re: RE: EV200 Conducted emissions
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Gilles Thesee <Gilles.Thesee@ac-grenoble.fr> >>I'm not sure what kind of >>interference, but I suspect conducted interference on the coil energizing >>line spreading into other sensitive audio circuits. >>.... >> >> >.... I'll see if I can take a quick peek at conducted > emissions for this critter. If I can't find it, maybe the Tyco guys > will sample me one. > > In any case, never met a noise I couldn't filter . . . but I have > seen some filters that nobody wanted to put in their airplane. > > Bob . . . > > > Hi Bob and all, In the past few months, I believe I have run across some problems due to the Tyco EV-200. For unknown reasons, it seemed to inhibit my Low Voltage Warning Module. You'll find the story in English at : http://contrails.free.fr/elec_lvwm_en.php Some may remember my postings on the subject during the last two years. I found a workaround by changing the LVWM model. It seems some are impervious to the EV-200, and some are not. The guys at Tyco never answered my e-mails. FWIW, Regards, Gilles Thesee Grenoble, France http://contrails.free.fr P.S. Please feel free to help me correct my English ;-)


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    Time: 11:40:08 AM PST US
    Subject: e-mags/p-mags
    From: Erich_Weaver@URSCorp.com
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Erich_Weaver@URSCorp.com Bob and other listers: After a long wait, it appears that the newest and supposedly "final" version of e-mags/p-mags are nearing shipment to a group of approximately 100 buyers, myself included. There are some updates to their web site touting the some of the changes, with more to come I think - see http://www.emagair.com/113.htm Brad with the company tells me that the product will have provisions for future communication, so that one could program the ignition for racing versus a leisurely cruise, or perhaps for mogas instead of AV fuel. All sounds good...... There is also a new manual available: http://www.emagair.com/Manual%20L113v5.pdf It has been my understanding that for past models, Bob's proposed Z-13 wiring for the product, (also revised elsewhere to include a maintenance switch), was a little different than what the folks at e-mag electronic ignitions spelled out. Not sure on the details of this, but I believe Bob's wiring was intended to allow the typical ignition check during runup (?). Anyway, I was hoping Bob and others might take a minute to review the latest info in the provided links. Would love to hear any preliminary comments, and especially with respect to anything you see that would warrant a change from Z-13. regards Erich Weaver


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    Time: 12:46:45 PM PST US
    From: "Dr. Peter Laurence" <Dr.Laurence@mbdi.org>
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dr. Peter Laurence" <Dr.Laurence@mbdi.org> > Some months ago, someone was asking about a circuit to > make the float-switches in their airplane be a bit more > definitive as to when the low fuel warning light was > illuminated. > > I have hardware in hand that can be programmed to accomplish > this task. We can watch for switch behavior to exhibit > some characteristic like "switch closed more than 50% of the time > over a 1 minute period" before the warning light is latched > on. Given the flexibility of software, we can probably address > any other low-fuel trip protocol. Does anyone have a need for > this capability?> > > Bob . . . Yes Peter > >


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    Time: 01:17:57 PM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> float switches?
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> float switches? At 03:45 PM 1/23/2006 -0500, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dr. Peter Laurence" ><Dr.Laurence@mbdi.org> > > > > Some months ago, someone was asking about a circuit to > > make the float-switches in their airplane be a bit more > > definitive as to when the low fuel warning light was > > illuminated. > > > > I have hardware in hand that can be programmed to accomplish > > this task. We can watch for switch behavior to exhibit > > some characteristic like "switch closed more than 50% of the time > > over a 1 minute period" before the warning light is latched > > on. Given the flexibility of software, we can probably address > > any other low-fuel trip protocol. Does anyone have a need for > > this capability?> > > > > Bob . . . Do I understand correctly that a LOW FUEL condition is detected by a CLOSING switch? Is there any problem with having the flicker filter pulling lamps to ground to illuminate them? The way the hardware is currently configured, float switches will pull an input to ground as the fuel level goes down. The present control algorithm I'm considering is to ignore the "flickering switch" until it has been closed for more than 50% of the last minute. When this condition is reached, the output pin for that channel latches low (pulls annunicator light to ground). The light will go out when the fuel level switch has been open continuously for some period of time . . . say one minute. If this sounds like something you could use, I'll put it in the hopper that holds my software manager's tasks . . . Another question, what kind of switches are you using? Hall effect sensors would be ideal, totally enclosed reed switches would be second best. Bob . . . < What is so wonderful about scientific truth...is that > < the authority which determines whether there can be > < debate or not does not reside in some fraternity of > < scientists; nor is it divine. The authority rests > < with experiment. > < --Lawrence M. Krauss > http://www.aeroelectric.com


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    Time: 01:19:01 PM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: RE: EV200 Conducted emissions
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> Interesting! I couldn't find the EV-200 relay I thought was laying loose in the junk box. I'll see if I can get them to sample me one. Bob . . . >Hi Bob and all, > >In the past few months, I believe I have run across some problems due to >the Tyco EV-200. >For unknown reasons, it seemed to inhibit my Low Voltage Warning Module. >You'll find the story in English at : > >http://contrails.free.fr/elec_lvwm_en.php > >Some may remember my postings on the subject during the last two years. >I found a workaround by changing the LVWM model. It seems some are >impervious to the EV-200, and some are not. The guys at Tyco never >answered my e-mails. > >FWIW, >Regards, >Gilles Thesee >Grenoble, France >http://contrails.free.fr > >P.S. Please feel free to help me correct my English ;-) > > >-- > > Bob . . . < What is so wonderful about scientific truth...is that > < the authority which determines whether there can be > < debate or not does not reside in some fraternity of > < scientists; nor is it divine. The authority rests > < with experiment. > < --Lawrence M. Krauss > http://www.aeroelectric.com


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    Time: 02:14:28 PM PST US
    From: "Mark R. Supinski" <mark.supinski@gmail.com>
    Subject: Microswitch
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Mark R. Supinski" <mark.supinski@gmail.com> Can anyone tell me where to track down the Honeywell microswitch Bob calls out in one of the wigwag drawings? I can't seem to find anyone who actually stocks it. Thanks, Mark Supinski


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    Time: 02:36:09 PM PST US
    Subject: Voltage regulator
    From: "David Shani" <David.Shani@sanmina-sci.com>
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "David Shani" <David.Shani@sanmina-sci.com> Hello=20all, I=20am=20looking=20for=20information=20on=20inexpensive=20external=20voltage=20regulator (automotive?)=20that=20will=20work=20well=20in=20our=20ships. =20Thanks, David Scanned=20by=20Sanmina-SCI=20eShield=20=20_____________________________________________________________________________


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    Time: 03:37:20 PM PST US
    From: PeterHunt1@aol.com
    Subject: ELT Remote Gotcha
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: PeterHunt1@aol.com If you have a tip-up like me, mounting the ELT remote high on the panel gives it excellent access for replacing the battery. Now, be sure to label the ELT remote with the date the battery must be replaced. Pete from Clearwater RV-6, all electric panel, full IFR, 40 hours


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    Time: 03:37:45 PM PST US
    From: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: Microswitch
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net> At 03:13 PM 1/23/2006 -0700, you wrote: >--> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Mark R. Supinski" ><mark.supinski@gmail.com> > >Can anyone tell me where to track down the Honeywell microswitch Bob calls >out in one of the wigwag drawings? I can't seem to find anyone who actually >stocks it. > >Thanks, > >Mark Supinski It's a rarely used switch, expensive and probably not stocked many places. Allied would order it for you: http://www.alliedelec.com/Search/ProductDetail.asp?SKU=642-0197&SEARCH=4tl1%2D10&ID=&DESC=4TL1%2D10 Do a Google search on 4tl1-10. A number of parts suppliers claim to have them in stock. Bob . . .


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    Time: 05:11:42 PM PST US
    From: Jerry Fisher <jeremyfisher@verizon.net> switches?
    Subject: Re: ectric-List:"Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Jerry Fisher <jeremyfisher@verizon.net> switches? Bob, You asked about the requirement for a flicker free fuel low warning light. Yes, I for one have been looking for just such a circuit. I am installing an automatic transfer system from the wing tanks to the header tank on a Lancair 360, and would like to include a warning light that means what it says. Where can we find this circuit or circuit diagram? Thanks Jerry Fisher


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    Time: 05:16:01 PM PST US
    From: "Chris Good" <chrisjgood@lycos.com>
    Subject: Re: Skymap IIIc Install manual
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Chris Good" <chrisjgood@lycos.com> Richard, I don't have a Skymap IIIC installation manual, but I did replace the battery in my unit last year, after about 5 years of operation. I used Digikey part number 439-1015-ND: http://www.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?PName?Name=439-1015-ND&Site=US Hopefully you can find an equivalent in the UK. The battery needs to be soldered onto one of the circuit boards - not a problem if you are handy with a soldering iron. Getting the thing apart & back together again was a bit of a puzzle, but not too bad. Regards, Chris Good. > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Richard Garforth" <richard@hawk.flyer.co.uk> > To: aeroelectric-list@matronics.com > Subject: AeroElectric-List: Skymap IIIc Install manual > Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2006 09:59:41 -0000 > > > --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Richard Garforth" > <richard@hawk.flyer.co.uk> > > I am trying to source a link to a maintenance/install manual for a > Skymap IIIc so I can change the internal lithium battery. Can > anyone help please ?? > > > Richard > > > > > > > > > > --


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    Time: 06:27:03 PM PST US
    Subject: ectric-List:"Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    From: "Dan Beadle" <Dan.Beadle@hq.inclinesoftworks.com>
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Dan Beadle" <Dan.Beadle@hq.InclineSoftworks.com> I will have samples available in about 2 weeks. Let me know if you want to be one of my testers. Dan Beadle -----Original Message----- From: owner-aeroelectric-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-aeroelectric-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jerry Fisher Sent: Monday, January 23, 2006 5:06 PM Subject: Re: AeroElectric-List:"Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: Jerry Fisher <jeremyfisher@verizon.net> switches? Bob, You asked about the requirement for a flicker free fuel low warning light. Yes, I for one have been looking for just such a circuit. I am installing an automatic transfer system from the wing tanks to the header tank on a Lancair 360, and would like to include a warning light that means what it says. Where can we find this circuit or circuit diagram? Thanks Jerry Fisher


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    Time: 08:56:37 PM PST US
    From: "Keith Hallsten" <KeithHallsten@quiknet.com>
    Subject: Re: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches?
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Keith Hallsten" <KeithHallsten@quiknet.com> Yes, it's been an item of discussion among Velocity pilots. We have a sump tank to which both main tanks drain, in which is installed either a float switch or one of the "no moving parts" optical switches (see http://www.gemssensors.com/electrooptical.htm) . It causes the pulse to race a bit when the light flickers! Keith Hallsten Subject: "Flicker Filter" for low fuel warning float switches? From: Robert L. Nuckolls, III (nuckollsr@cox.net <mailto:nuckollsr@cox.net?subject=Re:%20%22Flicker%20Filter%22%20for%20low%2 0fuel%20warning%20float%20switches?&replyto=5.1.0.14.2.20060122235511.0160fa 88@pop.central.cox.net> ) Date: Sun Jan 22 - 10:01 PM --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Robert L. Nuckolls, III" <nuckollsr@cox.net <mailto:nuckollsr@cox.net?subject=Re:%20%22Flicker%20Filter%22%20for%20low%2 0fuel%20warning%20float%20switches?&replyto=5.1.0.14.2.20060122235511.0160fa 88@pop.central.cox.net> > Some months ago, someone was asking about a circuit to make the float-switches in their airplane be a bit more definitive as to when the low fuel warning light was illuminated. I have hardware in hand that can be programmed to accomplish this task. We can watch for switch behavior to exhibit some characteristic like "switch closed more than 50% of the time over a 1 minute period" before the warning light is latched on. Given the flexibility of software, we can probably address any other low-fuel trip protocol. Does anyone have a need for this capability? Bob . . .


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    Time: 11:52:51 PM PST US
    Subject: GRT/Lightspeed/Mags
    From: "Allan Aaron" <aaaron@tvp.com.au>
    --> AeroElectric-List message posted by: "Allan Aaron" <aaaron@tvp.com.au> Hi all I have a GRT EIS 4000 and one lightspeed plasma III in my MustangII. I was going to take the tach signal from the lightspeed but did some web surfing and have come to the conclusion that it would be better to take the signal from the P-lead since that way, it would be obvious if the mag dies (no rpm signal) whereas if the lightspeed dies it will be obvious because of the rpm drop. Is this the right approach? I don't want to have to wire another switch in the panel. Second, related question ... I'm using single shielded wire for the p-lead. Core goes to the contact inside the ferrule (or whatever its called). I've attached a pigtail to the shield and bolted that to one of the 4 m/c screws that attached the HT leads. Is this the right approach? Thanks in advance Allan




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