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INSTALLATION MANUAL AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TI500-( ) Series
Static Electrical Power Inverter
True Blue Power® is a division of Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
dba Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
9400 E. 34
Wichita, KS 67226 Rev E, August 29, 2012
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Street N. Manual number 9017039
True Blue Power, Wichita, KS
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, please contact:
True Blue Power
c/o Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
Attn: Customer Service Dept.
9400 E. 34
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St. N.
Wichita, KS 67226 USA
Phone 316-630-0101
Fax 316-630-0723
www.truebluepowerusa.com
www.mcico.com
We welcome your comments concerning this manual. Although every effort has been made to keep it
free of errors, some may occur. When reporting a specific problem, please describe it briefly and include
the manual part number, the paragraph/figure/table number, and the page number. Send your
comments to:
A 02/26/10 BAW/JRC Initial release.
B 07/06/10 BAW/MKN Update Section 2.4 to add limitation statement regarding output.
C 07/20/10 MKN/BAW Update unit picture with True Blue Power label.
D 02/24/11 JDS/BAW Added section 3.3.2, and figure 3.4.
E 08/29/12 BMC/JDS Model name changed to TI500.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
1.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 ELECTRICAL ATTRIBUTES
1.2.2 PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
1.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS
SECTION 2INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
2.1 COOLING
2.2 EQUIPMENT LOCATION
2.3 ROUTING OF CABLES
2.4 LIMITATIONS
SECTION 3INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
3.2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTING
3.3 CABLE HARNESS
3.3.1 WIRE GAUGE SELECTION
3.3.2 PIN ASSIGNMENT INFORMATION
3.3.3 HARNESS VERIFICATION
3.4 MOUNTING
3.5 INSTALLATION COMPLETION
SECTION 4 OPERATION
4.1 ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE
4.2 PROTECTIVE FEATURES
SECTION 5 CONFORMANCE
5.1 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS STATEMENT
5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION STATEMENT
NUMBER LIST OF TABLES AND FIGURES
1.1 MODELS TABLE
1.2 PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES TABLE
1.3 PERFORMANCE TABLE
3.3 CONNECTOR PINOUT FIGURE
3.3 CONNECTOR PINOUT TABLE
3.4 EXAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAMS
3.5 TI500 OUTLINE DRAWING FIGURE
3.6 TI500 MOUNTING ADAPTER FIGURE
4.1 THD PERFORMANCE
4.2 TEMPERATURE PERFORMANCE
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SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The model TI500 series Static Electrical Power Inverter is a lightweight power converter that translates a
20 to 36 VDC input to a 115 VAC output at 60 Hertz and provides 500 watts (VA) of power. The
alternating current output is defined as a pure sine wave with less than 3% of total harmonic distortion
for clean, noise-free, harmonic-free power to supply nearly any common commercial or consumer load
rated for a nominal input of 115VAC. The TI500 series Inverter, part number MD50-( ), is FAA certified to
TSO C73 and tested to rigorous environmental standards and levels of RTCA DO-160. 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 voltage shut-down,
temperature monitoring, a self-resettable over-temperature disable, and a remote on/off function. The
rugged extrusion that houses the unit is designed to help dissipate heat and provide mechanical strength
against vibration or other possibilities of damage. Two independent fans allow for a smaller uni t and
provide a quieter operation while keeping the internal components cool and extending the life of the unit.
1.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 ELECTRICAL ATTRIBUTES
Characteristics:
Input Voltage: Rated 28VDC nominal; 20-36VDC certified
Input Power: 17-25 amps; 0.2A at no load
Output Voltage: 115VAC ±3% at 60 Hertz ±0.1% (single phase)
Output Power: 500 watts (500 VA at power factor = 1)
Output Waveform: Pure sine wave
Power Factor: -0.8 to +0.8
Efficiency: 88% nominal
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 3%; See Figure 4.1
Table 1.1
1.2.2 PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
Characteristics:
Weight: 3.9 pounds
Dimensions:
(not including connector mate)
Mating Connector (and cable clamp): MS3106A-18-9S or equivalent (MCI P/N 9016905-1 and -2)
Mounting: Base mount – orientation not critical