Engine Oil Quantity Transmitters
DESCRIPTION
AMETEK is the world leader in the design and manufacture of aircraft engine lube
oil sensing devices. Beginning in 1965, AMETEK’s patented reed switch / float
magnet device has been continuously improved for accuracy, value, and reliability.
The AMETEK family of oil level sensor products is the unquestioned choice for
today’s challenging engine applications.
APPLIED ON ENGINES WORLDWIDE
The TJ146 series of Oil Quantity Transmitters are in service on virtually every aircraft
in the world. It can be easily adapted and qualified for new applications.
Development cycle times are measured in weeks. Furthermore, to improve reliability
of existing aircraft, AMETEK transmitters are readily adaptable to retrofit older
engine lubrication systems.
A SIMPLE APPROACH IN A RUGGED PACKAGE
The TJ146 series feature a family of rugged airborne transmitters for sensing oil
FEATURES
quantity in the lubrication system oil tank or gearbox of every size gas turbine
Reliability in excess of
engine in the world. Designed for immersion in lubrication oil, the transmitter is
200,000 hours
comprised of several integrated assemblies which include a circuit board,
Rugged yet simple design
magnetically operated reed switches, a series of discrete high temperature resistors,
using proven materials
an innovative buoyant float and magnet assembly, a supporting framework, and a
Hot and cold temperature
tank or gearbox fitting flange assembly.
operation
The series of discrete high temperature resistors and hermetically sealed reed No temperature
switches are mounted on a circuit board to provide a voltage ratio network, which compensation or source
operates in a similar manner to a variable potentiometer. The switches are evenly regulation required
spaced along a circuit board in a ladder-rung formation. As the switches are Highly reliable hermetic
actuated, the circuit resistance changes the output voltage ratioed to the input switches…over nine (9)
voltage, which provides for a highly accurate signal of oil quantity. Switch actuation billion operations
is accomplished as a permanent magnet, contained within a uniquely designed On-condition maintenance
float, travels with lube oil level changes. AMETEK comprehensive
customer service for
The float/magnet assembly is guided within a specially designed, two-channel,
spare parts and technical
extruded aluminum tube or supporting framework that provides both support support
and vortex compensation. A second channel contains a set of guides, which
positions the circuit board.
AEROSPACE
Engine Oil Quantity Transmitters
SPECIFICATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS A FLEXIBLE DESIGN TO SUIT ALL ENGINE NEEDS
O O
Ambient Temperature Range: -80 to 450 F Although common and proven materials are employed
(-65O to 232OC) throughout the TJ146 series of transmitters, the design
lends itself to be highly flexible. The flange size and
Oil Temperature Range: -70O to 380OF (-57O to 193OC)
overall length can be patterned to fit any oil tank or
Operating Voltage: 0.5 to 32 volts DC or AC gearbox configuration. The circuit can be customized to
Typical Current: Less than 200 milliamps characterize the output signal so that it is linearly
proportional to the quantity of oil. The transmitter may be
Vibration: 20 Gs at typical engine frequencies mounted in almost any location and attitude with a flange
designed to match the interface. High-temperature
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS connectors and seals are provided for severe
Material: Tube–aluminum environments.
Flange–aluminum or stainless steel Optional features include RTD’s, temperature switches,
ultra-high resolution, low-level warning, high temperature
QUALIFICATIONS
components, and various supports. In addition, AMETEK
The transmitters are qualified for both military and offers single point transmitters, oil temperature sensors, a
commercial airborne applications having met numerous sight glass with built-in oil quantity transmitter, dual-
requirements for environmental testing. Besides redundant oil quantity transmitters, and a wide variety of
customer proprietary requirements, the design has been cockpit oil level indicators.
qualified against MIL-STD-810 and RTCA/DO-160
specifications.
DESIGN FEATURES
- Leakproof float construction
- Dual redundant switch actuation
- Cantilever, mid-support or end-support applications
- Up to 45OF (7OC) off vertical operation
- Unique, fastener free vibration damping approach
- Operates in current as well as voltage mode
- Resolution to +0.125 in. (3.2 mm)
Sales
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Distribution and Repair
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