Model 3688-A Portable Air Data Calibrator

Product Details

The Model 3688-A Portable Air Data Calibrator by Raptor Scientifics is a MIL-T-28800C qualified instrument that provides regulated static (Ps) and total (Pt) pressure/vacuum output, simulating altitudes and airspeeds for the purpose of testing aircraft altimeters, airspeed indicators, and rate-of-climb indicators. Regulated pressure/vacuum can also be supplied using in-Hg, m-Hg, in-H2O, psi, and millibar units, enabling laboratory standards, master gauges, and pneumatic recording devices to be tested and calibrated using the same equipment.

Features
Specifications

Interactive touch panel display prompts the user through the test process and setup procedures: Reduces the likelihood of operator error.
Airspeed readings displayed using feet or meters units.
Built-in printer generates permanent records of measurement data.
Housed in weatherproof drawn aluminum case.
IEEE-488/GPIB Interface enables remote control of the unit from a PC compatible computer.
Handheld remote control module with 10-ft cable (included) duplicates front panel displays and controls for convenient observation of instruments being tested.
Includes a vacuum pump, pressure regulator kit, supply and test hoses, and all required interconnecting and power cables.
Housed in a rugged, weatherproof drawn aluminum case.
A variety of test modes including Air data control, air data monitor, Ps control, Pt control, gauge test, leak test, and TTU-205 test modes available.

Pressure Medium: Dry air or nitrogen

Units of Measure:

Altitude: Feet, Meters
Airspeed: Knots, Km/Hr., Mach No.
Pressure: In-Hg, psi, mm-Hg, In-H20, millibars

Power Requirements:

115 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, 2 Amps

Performance:
Transducers:

Range: Ps 0 to 32 in-Hg, Pt 0.5 to 110 in-Hg
Accuracy: Ps ±0.002 in-Hg, Pt ±0.002 in-Hg (from 0.5 to 42 in-Hg)
±0.004 in-Hg (from 42 to 110 in-Hg)
Resolution: Ps 0.001 in-Hg, Pt 0.001 in-Hg

Control:

Range: Ps 0.3 to 32 in-Hg, Pt 0.5 to 110 in-Hg
Stability: Ps ±0.001 in-Hg, Pt ±0.002 in-Hg
Max. Slew Rate: Ps 100 in-Hg/Min, Pt 100 in-Hg/Min
Altitude Slew Rate: Ps 0 to 35,000 ft-min, Pt Not Applicable
Airspeed Slew Rate: Ps Not Applicable, Pt 0 to 750 kt-Min

Case dimensions & Weight:

21.5”W x 12”H x 15”D
65 lbs.

Product Details

During operation, externally supplied pressure and vacuum is metered by servo valves for the PS and PT channels, then routed through a system of control valves to the item being tested. The pressure or vacuum is monitored by two precision pressure transducers dedicated to the PS and PT channels located downstream of the control valves. The pressure transducers are used to monitor the actual pressure or vacuum being supplied to the test item, and send signals to the system electronics that control the operation of the servo valves and the altitude and airspeed or pressure/vacuum readings appearing on the display.

An automated leak test mode allows the operator to easily assess the condition of the items being tested and all interconnecting lines and connections inside an aircraft, or verify the integrity of the pneumatic lines inside the air data calibrator when performing troubleshooting and maintenance procedures. The unit also executes a self-test at startup and indicates the cause and location of any problems that are detected, simplifying repair procedures in the field.

When the leak test mode is selected, the control valves isolate the servo valves from the pressure transducers and the test items. Leakdown is monitored by the pressure transducers, and can be timed to calculate the leak rate.

The target and actual altitude and airspeed, pressure/vacuum values, and leak rates appear on a user friendly 480-character touch-sensitive display panel. The display also prompts the operator through the measurement process and provides setup menus and other information that reduces the likelihood of operator error. Test parameters can be entered and modified at any point of the test process by simply touching items appearing on the front panel display. A second touch-sensitive pad on the front panel permits fine pressure/vacuum adjustments when testing and calibrating laboratory standards and other pressure/vacuum measurement instruments.

The Model 3688-A Portable Air Data Calibrator can be controlled from a remote computer over the integral IEEE-488/GPIB interface with simple commands, or using the included handheld remote control module, shown above, which duplicates many of the front panel controls and displays for convenient observation of instruments under test up to 10 feet away. A convenient built-in dot-matrix printer can be used to generate hard copies of test and calibration data, eliminating the need for tedious manual logging. The printer uses standard adding machine paper for simple field maintenance.

The Model 3688-A Portable Air Data Calibrator is housed in a compact, rugged, and weatherproof aluminum case with a removable lid for rapid, worry-free field deployment. A vacuum pump, pressure regulator kit, supply and test hoses, and all required interconnecting cables are included with the system. The handheld remote control module, test hoses and interconnecting cables are stored in the case lid for convenient transport and storage.