True Blue Power TC120 Installation Manual
Revision G October 21, 2020
FOREWORD
This manual provides information intended for use by persons who, in accordance with current
regulatory requirements, are qualified to install this equipment. If further information is required,
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c/o Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
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Wichita, KS 67226 USA
Phone 316-630-0101
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 4
1.1 INTRODUCTION 4
1.2 TECHNICAL
SECTION 2 PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS 6
2.1 COOLING 6
2.2 EQUIPMENT
2.3 ROUTING
2.4 LIMITATIONS 6
2.5 MODIFICATION 7
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION 8
SPECIFICATIONS 5
LOCATION 6
OF CABLES 6
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 8
3.2 UNPACKING
3.3 CABLE
AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT 8
HARNESS 8
3.4 MOUNTING 11
3.5 INSTALLATION
3.6 INSTALLATION
CAUTION 11
COMPLETION 11
SECTION 4 OPERATION 12
4.1 ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE 12
4.2 PROTECTIVE
FEATURES 12
SECTION 5 CONFORMANCE 14
5.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS 14
5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALIFICATION STATEMENT 14
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REVISION HISTORY
Rev Date Detail Approved
A 02/10/2016 Initial release SHO
B 03/04/2016
Updated EQF in Section 5, corrected input voltage range,
added note to Section 2.4.
BAW
C 03/15/2016 Add -2 version. BAW
D 05/27/2016 Updated wiring drawings in Section 3. VAA
E 02/10/2016 Updated Section 4.2.1. KJW
F 05/07/2020
Updated style and brand to meet Marketing and
Engineering guidelines.
DLR
G 10/21/2020 Updated weight. MEK
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SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The model TC120 DC/DC Power Converter is a lightweight power converter that translates a direct
current (DC) input of 28 volts to an adjustable 5 to 18 volt direct current (DC) output.
The input operating voltage (24–32VDC) makes the TC120 suitable for nearly any common
general, business, or commercial aviation application and provides an adjustable DC output
voltage of 5 to 18VDC. The unit is rated for a nominal output of 120 watts to power avionics,
instrumentation, personal charging, lighting, and many other applications. The TC120 DC/DC
Converter is FAA certified to TSO-C71 and tested to rigorous environmental standards and levels
of RTCA DO-160G. The small size and light weight in conjunction with its installation flexibility
(inside or outside the pressure vessel) make it an ideal choice for aircraft power needs while
reducing the challenges associated with other similar products.
Highlighted features include short circuit protection, overload capability, low input voltage shutdown, temperature monitoring, reverse polarity protection, a self-resettable over-temperature
disable and an optional remote enable (on/off) feature.
The TC120 DC/DC converter has a robust Military-rated circular connector and a rugged aluminum
case which dissipates heat and provides excellent mechanical strength. It is engineered to require
no external cooling and contains no internal fans or cooling methods, which saves energy, reduces
weight and allows more flexible installation locations. At only 11.0 oz (312 g), it is lighter and
smaller than any other certified solution in the aviation market today.
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