Overview
These Indicators are FAA TSO'd and they are eligible for installation on fixed wing aircraft with a reciprocating or turbo-prop engine.
Specifications
| Description |
Type A- direct reading self-contained, pressure actuated Vertical Speed Indicator, which is built to meet or exceed AS 8016A (Revised 9-96) standards as per TSO-C8e. |
| Appearance |
Case, Bezel and dial background are matte black. Identification lettering is White. Markings are matte white. Pointer is matte white with black hub and counterweight. |
| Case | Meets F.A.A. Spec. # FR 25.853 |
| Material | G.E. Valox 420 SEO. |
| Scale Error |
± 100 ft/min. from 0 – 500 Feet ± 200 ft/min. from 500 – 1000 Feet ± 300 ft/min. from 1000 – 2000 Feet ± 300 ft/min. from 2000 – 3000 Feet ± 400 ft/min. from 3000 – 4000 Feet ± 500 ft/min. from 4000 – 5000 Feet ± 500 ft/min. from 5000 – 6000 Feet |
| Friction/Position Error | ±100 ft/min. |
| Normal Operating Temp | -20 to +55 °C |
| Weight | 6.2 O.Z. - 2 1/4" 8.8 O.Z. – 3 1/8" |