Inch Aviation Tank Unit

Inch Aviation Tank Unit

Inch Aviation Tank Unit

Product catalog summary
Overview
The 2.1/2 Inch Aviation Tank Unit is a lightweight, self-sealing valve designed for the aircraft refueling industry. It features a spring-returned plunger with integrated seals, ensuring efficient and safe fuel transfer.

Specifications
  • Maximum working pressure: 10.4 bar (150 psi)
  • Test pressure: 20.8 bar (300 psi)
  • Low pressure drop, comparable to other manufacturers’ valves
  • No plated components in contact with fuel, preventing contamination
  • Stainless steel valve seat and Aluminum Bronze Alloy connector

Applications
  • Bottom loading points on mobile fueling equipment
  • Fixed installation supply outlets
  • Coupling points on portable fueling trolleys, test rigs, and meter proving rigs

Connections Available
  • 3" ASA 150 Flange
  • DIN 28460-80 Flange
  • 2.1/2" BSP Female Thread
  • 3" BSP Female Thread
  • 2.1/2" NPT Female Thread
  • 3" NPT Female Thread

Options
  • Pressure equalised opening for internal coupling pressures over 5.5 bar (80 psi)
  • ‘Dedicated’ product selectivity
  • Integral pressure tapping or sampling point with velocity head difference less than 0.076 bar (1 psi)
  • Pressure assisted sealing cap
  • Non-standard flanges available

Dimensions and Part Numbers
  • Part No: DCA10460/DCA10461/DCA10462-5
  • Various dimensions and weights are specified for different tank unit models

Additional Information
FTi reserves the right to alter designs and specifications without notice. The descriptions and illustrations are for informational purposes only and are not binding.
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Catalog excerpts

Inch Aviation Tank Unit-1

2.1/2 Inch Aviation Tank Unit Part No DCA10460/DCA10461/DCA10462-5 Features • • • • • • Maximum working pressure 10.4 bar (150 psi). Test pressure 20.8 bar (300 psi). Low pressure drop, comparable to other manufactures’ valves. No plated component in contact with fuel and no internal fixings – prevents possible contamination. Easily replaceable stainless steel valve seat. Inexpensive replaceable connector in high strength Aluminum Bronze Alloy. Pressure equalised opening for internal coupling pressures in excess of 5.5 bar (80 psi). ‘Dedicated’ product selectivity. Integral pressure tapping or sampling point – velocity head difference less that 0.076 bar (1 psi). Pressure assisted sealing cap. Non-standard flanges can be supplied to suit requirements. Tank unit options may be added using: Suffix A - 1/4" NPT tapping. B - 3/8" BSP tapping. P - Pressure equalised opening. S1 - S5 - Selectivity (state positions). ie. DCA10460.A.P .S1 Dimensions Item Flange Type Tank Unit Tank Unit Tank Unit Tank Unit Tank Unit Tank Unit 200mm (7.8") wire rope to sealing cap Eight holes Four holes ØA ØA Seal cap adds 9mm to the tank unit when fitted Three holes Stowage seat (loose) Note: Unique seal design prevents accidental spillage and reduces compression set of nozzle noseseal when stowed FTi’s policy of continuous improvement means we reserve the right to alter designs and specifications without notice. The descriptions, illustrations and product references in the datasheet are for information purposes only and are not binding. (Updated December 09)

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Inch Aviation Tank Unit-2

2.1/2 Inch Aviation Tank Unit Part No DCA10460/DCA10461/DCA10462-5 Applications Bottom loading points on mobile fuelling equipment, fixed installation supply outlets, and coupling points on portable fuelling trolleys, test rigs and meter proving rigs. Connections Available 3" ASA 150 Flange DIN 28460-80 Flange 2.1/2" BSP Female Thread 3" BSP Female Thread 2.1/2" NPT Female Thread 3" NPT Female Thread Features • Maximum working pressure 10.4 bar (150 psi). • Test pressure 20.8 bar (300 psi). • Low pressure drop, comparable to other manufactures’ valves. • No plated component in contact with fuel...

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