Overview

Features

• Lifesaver® self-contained battery backup features:
• One hour of emergency power*
• Built-in annunciation
• Internal emergency lighting
• Automatic switchover to standby power without any pilot intervention
• Versions available to match existing instrument/EFIS displays
• A safe alternative to unreliable vacuum systems
• Ideal primary or standby artificial horizon in fixed-wing and helicopter applications
• Single 4-pin connector installation
• 7,500 hours MTBF — more than double the life of most electric gyros
• 10–32 volt DC operation for use in both 14 and 28 volt aircraft
• Field-replaceable lighting
• Anti-reflective glass enhances visibility and reduces pilot fatigue
• FAA TSO-C4c certified and RTCA DO-160D qualified
• DO-160 qualified for helicopter vibration
• Designed and built in Wichita, Kansas, USA
• One-year limited warranty

Specifications

• MTBF: 7,500 Hours
• Certification: FAA TSO-C4c
• RTCA/DO-160D
• Power Input: 10–32 VDC:
• 1400 mA start, 600 mA max at 14 VDC input
• 700 mA start, 300 mA max at 28 VDC input
• Battery: Rechargeable, sealed lead-acid cells
• Life = 3 years in average aircraft environment
• Runtime = 60 minutes minimum, when fully charged and properly maintained
• Annunciators: STBY PWR (standby power mode)
• TEST (battery test — red/green)
• Lighting: 5, 14 or 28 VDC Incandescent
• Field-replaceable tray wired through main connector
• Glass: Special HEA anti-reflective coating
• Weight: 3.7 lbs.
• Length: 8.6 inches
• Mounting:
• Rear mount in standard 3 1/8” round panel cutout
• Temperature Range: –30°C to +70°C (–22°F to +158°F)
• Mating Connector: Mid-Continent P/N 9015514 (MS3116F8–4S)
• Panel Tilt: Aircraft specific — calibrated at factory
• Specify exact tilt between 0° to 20° when ordering
• Dial: Rotating roll dial, traditional symbolic airplane

Documents

• Installation Manual
• Technical Drawing