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04-12-2021, 08:02 AM #1
Best GPU for Phenom 100?
Hello all,
We will be getting out Phenom 100ev next month and we are looking for a GPU solution. The airplane will be spending a lot of time in Florida so we would like to be able to power the air conditioning on the ground prior to start up, as well as doing some avionics training in the hanger when the aircraft arrives. if you have any recommendations please let me know! Thanks! -
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04-14-2021, 07:39 AM #4Congratulations on your new (Username Protected)! Fox carts work fine. You just have to adjust voltage to get it on board then raise the voltage to keep it there especially when using the VCS (AC). The start PACs work for running avionics but that’s about it. I am a full time contract and mentor pilot on both the 100 and 300 of you ever have the need. I have been flying and teaching on these since before certification. Feel free to call me with any questions. 8179038152
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04-14-2021, 08:27 AM #5I used this unit for about 4 years. It is strong enough to operate the VCS but not start the engines. It worked well in hot southern climates.
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04-16-2021, 12:14 PM #6Gpu
Hi (Username Protected),
Do yourself a favor and stay away from the Fox Carts They work fine for A/C but you have to turn the voltage up to accommodate the A/C amps. The voltage has to be below 29V for the white light to show power available. As soon as you turn the A/C on the voltage drops to about 25 volts. You then have to go outside and turn up the voltage. When you start with the FOX cart, it drops off the line because the voltage spikes and then you end up doing a battery start. Some operators turn the A/C off prior to the start. When this happens the voltage on the Fox cart goes above 29v and the electrical system disconnects the Fox cart due to high voltage. Constant aggravation but if you have a limited budget then yes its ok
here is an excellent unit that has auto voltage control and you will love having
https://www.aviationgroundequip.com/...t-gpu-400-600/
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07-14-2021, 11:11 AM #9Hey (Username Protected),
There are few if any options that will run on 1P power. I have designed my own GPU and am in the process of putting it together; yes I'm an electrical engineer and do this type of thing for a living. I've already run my P300 with the power supply and it performed beautifully. I may put together units for sale within the Phenom community shortly. Send me a PM if you are interested. -
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10-29-2021, 03:19 PM #10Below are a couple pics of my GPU. If there is interest I'll create a datasheet and work up a price to build more for Phenom Pilots. The unit powers my P300 beautifully from a 60A 220V plug including the A/C.
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11-03-2021, 09:03 AM #12
Phillip,
I would be interested in specs and pricing.
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