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Topic: Aeroled wiring |
mikefapex
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Views: 15316
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2013 3:33 pm Subject: Aeroled wiring |
I have the AeroLeds (two of the combined nav light/white strobe units) installed on my trike (Z19 RB). I wired up as per their instructions but they exhibit a small 'three click' noise in my ... |
Topic: Help with LCD Circuit Design - Altitude & Heading |
mikefapex
Replies: 1
Views: 2027
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Thu Jun 11, 2009 1:15 pm Subject: Re: Help with LCD Circuit Design - Altitude & Heading |
Etienne,
Thanks for your note. It is educational. I'll keep the info in mind.
Mike |
Topic: Help with LCD Circuit Design - Altitude & Heading |
mikefapex
Replies: 0
Views: 1753
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Thu Jun 11, 2009 9:06 am Subject: Help with LCD Circuit Design - Altitude & Heading |
Hi,
I am interested in building a simple, small, bright LCD display that can increment numbers with the twist of a knob. I would like to build a 4 digit and 3 digit versions, to represent pattern a ... |
Topic: Alternator excitation - suggested wiring? |
mikefapex
Replies: 3
Views: 3055
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Sat May 16, 2009 2:24 pm Subject: Re: Alternator excitation - suggested wiring? |
Bob,
I wanted to update you. After getting a new alternator plug that has the connections I needed, I experimented and rewired the field and ground leads per your suggestions.
WhaLa, alternator ... |
Topic: Alternator excitation - suggested wiring? |
mikefapex
Replies: 2
Views: 3049
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 6:13 am Subject: Re: Alternator excitation - suggested wiring? |
Bob,
Thanks very much for that detailed explanation. That will help me plan this weekends activities.
Mike |
Topic: Alternator excitation - suggested wiring? |
mikefapex
Replies: 2
Views: 3049
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 8:12 am Subject: Alternator excitation - suggested wiring? |
I have a question about wiring my alternator. My question is primarily about the excitation/ignition-on connection. I've found lots of articles about alternators, and info on this list. But most other ... |
Topic: Strobe Lights |
mikefapex
Replies: 23
Views: 14951
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2009 8:21 am Subject: Re: Strobe Lights |
I have a single AeroSun mounted as a nose light on my trike.
http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/aeroSunXtreme.php
Very bright, built in wig-wag, low amp draw.
Mike |
Topic: Contactors |
mikefapex
Replies: 7
Views: 3672
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Tue Oct 14, 2008 9:31 am Subject: Re: Contactors |
http://www.gigavac.com/search/index.htm
type in: GX-11 and review the specs.
Gigavac contactors - a bit more expensive but high quality. They take phone orders, call them and tell them you wa ... |
Topic: Dry Cell Batteries? |
mikefapex
Replies: 25
Views: 8378
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 9:08 am Subject: Re: Dry Cell Batteries? |
Thanks for the battery cell info, it does help.
I am very glad to have gotten the CBA battery tester and look forward to using it. I'll post feedback as I run some tests.
Sunday I fired up the ... |
Topic: Dry Cell Batteries? |
mikefapex
Replies: 25
Views: 8378
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 8:17 am Subject: Re: Dry Cell Batteries? |
A question related to Odessey batteries specifically, how can you determine the number of 'cells' within the battery. I've not been able to find that in their docs.
The reason I ask is that I just ... |
Topic: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
mikefapex
Replies: 8
Views: 7475
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 12:15 pm Subject: Re: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
Ken,
You wrote: 8 AH Dekka AGM batteries
Can you describe the battery terminals on these Dekka batteries? Even a digital photo would be helpful. I have #2 welding cable with #2 lug terminals fro ... |
Topic: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
mikefapex
Replies: 8
Views: 7475
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 11:16 am Subject: Re: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
Ken and others,
That is good info on the battery usage. I'll look into the Dekka, I especially like the larger battery contacts as compared to the PC310 M4 bolts (they are so small they can hardly ... |
Topic: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
mikefapex
Replies: 2
Views: 2471
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 11:06 am Subject: Re: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
Ken,
Your conservative approach is probably a good one to begin estimating. I plan to experiment with actual battery only run times to back up the theory.
I am also thinking about purchasing on ... |
Topic: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
mikefapex
Replies: 8
Views: 7475
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2008 1:56 pm Subject: Re: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
Jim,
I think I am a bit more limited, my engine (Suzuki 1.3L) must have power to run (either alternator or battery). No mag magic for me. I am all about saving the weight but trying to stay with th ... |
Topic: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
mikefapex
Replies: 8
Views: 7475
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2008 12:05 pm Subject: Battery Choices - what is too small AH capacity? |
I am close to completing my not-so-little Z-19 upgrade and have a question about battery choices.
I originally had an Odyssey 545 14 AH battery, weight about 12 lbs. It cranked the engine fine but ... |
Topic: Relay Tyco EV200 |
mikefapex
Replies: 4
Views: 5056
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 11:37 am Subject: Re: Relay Tyco EV200 |
Here is another link, seem less expensive.
http://www.marineboatsupplies.com/blue-9012-solenoid-series-250a1224v-p-3535.html |
Topic: Z-Diagram using Kilovac EV200? |
mikefapex
Replies: 2
Views: 2903
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 6:58 am Subject: Z-Diagram using Kilovac EV200? |
I seem to recall seeing a Z diagram using one of the 'newer' contactors like a Kilovac EV 200 or Gigavac GX11. Could someone point me to that diagram, either the name or link on Bob's website.
Than ... |
Topic: Z-19/RB Question |
mikefapex
Replies: 12
Views: 8344
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:14 am Subject: Re: Z-19/RB Question |
Thanks Ed, That is a helpful confirmation of my understanding. I am building my preflight/postflight checklists for this new z-19 system. I too don't want things to go 'offline' if the alternator die ... |
Topic: Z-19/RB Question |
mikefapex
Replies: 12
Views: 8344
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 6:19 am Subject: Re: Z-19/RB Question |
Bob,
Understood, that EBus switch is ALTERNATE path to powering the EBus. And as you said, turn it on, check ATIS are all good preflight procedures to test this path.
I just wanted to confirm t ... |
Topic: Z-19/RB Question |
mikefapex
Replies: 12
Views: 8344
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Forum: AeroElectric-List Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2008 2:40 pm Subject: Re: Z-19/RB Question |
Bob,
In normal operations of a Z-19, would you have the EBUS ALT FEED switch turned ON (closed)? Seems that would keep the emergency switch manipulation to just one, the Master OFF. The ENGINE BA ... |
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