True Blue Power TC230 Operating Manual
Revision E • May 7, 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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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 13
5.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS 13
5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALIFICATION STATEMENT 13
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REVISION HISTORY
Rev Date Detail Approved
A 08/31/2016 Initial release. SHO
B 09/28/2016 Corrections. Updated sections. BAW
C 10/07/2016 Changed model number. ScH
D 10/24/2017
E 05/07/2020
Updated the Environmental Qualification Statement to add
helicopter vibe levels.
Updated style and brand to meet Marketing and
Engineering guidelines.
KJW
DLR
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SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The model TC230 DC/DC Power Converter is a lightweight power converter that translates a direct
current (DC) input of 14 volts to an output of 28 volts direct current (DC) output.
Converting an input operation voltage range of 10-18 VDC to 28VDC makes the TC230 suitable for
power to a wide variety of general, business, or commercial aviation applications. The unit is rated
for a nominal output of 230 watts to power avionics, instrumentation, lighting, and many other
applications. The TC230 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 TC230 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 0.70 pounds, it is lighter and smaller
than any other certified solution in the aviation market today.
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