Type III Flange-Mount Recorder Independent Power Supply (RIPS)

Product overview

Flight operations rely heavily on back-up power, especially when it comes to protecting flight data for routine or emergency evaluations. The Acron Aviation Flange-Mount Recorder Independent Power Supply (RIPS) is designed to provide essential back-up battery power for Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVRs). In accordance with FAA requirements, RIPS provide 10 minutes of independent back-up power with when standard aircraft power is interrupted or lost, ensuring continuity of critical CVR operation.

• Uses nickel cadmium (NiCad) battery technology and batteries do not require recharge time to repeat a back-up operation
• Offers a NiCad battery heater option for unpressurized aircraft installations
• Features Built-in Test Equipment (BITE), and BITE reporting for maintenance and fault is available on dedicated discrete outputs
  

Key features

Keep costs down

The Type III Flange-Mount RIPS is a cost-effective solution for operators who need back-up power without breaking the budget. Installation requires no wiring changes to the aircraft, advanced battery management ensures long battery life, and with a 20 W minimum output capability, it has the power to keep the FA2100 CVR operating in the event of a problem.

All RIPS meet back-up power requirements

RIPS is available in the Acron Aviation Type III Flange-Mount configuration and the patented Type II Tray configuration. Both configurations meet the performance requirements of ARINC 777 and are compliant with TSO-C155.

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