FW28-START29/40C --- 28V Portable Combination Packs

  • Product Description

    The START29/40C was originally developed for the Brazilian air force in 2001 in response to the need to replace their existing portable GPUs. Specification required a hand-portable GPU, able to start mediumsize helicopters and air force PT6 turbine EMB110 Bandeirante aircraft.

    The GPU incorporates an internal 40 A continuous 28 VDC output using split 20 A power supplies for redundancy. The modular design allows easy swap out and field servicing. Input voltage is auto-selectable 110 / 230 V; 50 / 60 Hz. Packs can be paralleled to double continuous output and capacity (model START58 / 80 C).

    With Brazil operating more than 100 such units, Canadian forces more than 60 units and with multiple units in operation with many armed forces and civil operators, the START29 / 40 C is recognized worldwide for its versatility and performance. Thousands of units power the helicopters of SAR, HEMS, off-shore operators and the airborne law enforcement helicopters.


    • Features

      � 40 A, 28.5 VDC continuous output (with mains input).
      � Power supply LED output monitor - for load monitoring and diagnostic aid.
      � Solid state DC voltage display - auto mains activated with 'push to view' button with timed auto shut down when disconnected from mains.
      � 40 A continuous output with mains power. Split 20 A independent power modules for redundancy backup.
      � 10 A accessory socket. GPU can be re-charged via accessory port or any 24 / 28 VDC vehicle / aircraft power source.
      � START29/40C can be instantly coupled to a second START29/40C GPU to double capacity and continuous power (model START58/80C).


    • Supplied As Standard With

      � Padded protective jacket.
      � Mains power cord.
      � 2 m double insulated heavy-duty output cable with rubber Nato plug.
      � Set of socket keys for disassembly
      � Instruction and parts manual


    • Options

      � Single trolley.

  • FW-28 Start29-40C

Technical Specifications *

  • Nominal Voltage
  • Output voltage
  • Battery capacity
  • Peak current
  • Continuous current (max)
  • Re-charge time from 50 % discharge
  • On-board charger
  • AC input requirements
  • AC input current (max)
  • Efficiency
  • Operating temperature range
  • Cooling
  • Displays
  • Dimensions(mm) (L*W*H)
  • Weight
  • NATO stock number
  • 25.4 V
  • 28 V (when mains input connected)
  • 29 Ah
  • 1540 A
  • 40 A
  • 25 minutes
  • 2 x 20 A internal power supplies
  • 100-132 V or 200-264 V; 45-400 Hz (auto-selectable input voltage)
  • 8 A @ 230 V, 16 A @ 110 V
  • 82 %
  • -25°C to +50°C
  • Force cooling, Fan assisted
  • Digital voltmeter, Power supply output status LEDs
  • 300 * 400 * 135
  • 26 kg
  • 2990-99-6117404