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LPA Aircraft Support brochure

LPA Aircraft Support brochure
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LPA Aircraft Support brochure

Product catalog summary
Overview
LPA Group is a leader in power connection solutions for the transport sector, with a focus on low life cycle costs, maintainability, and spare availability. Their products serve major airlines, militaries, and airports worldwide, emphasizing reliable power systems that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Specifications
Aircraft connectors adhere to ISO 461:2003 standards. LPA is affiliated with the British Airport Services & Equipment Association (BASEA).

Crocodile Cable Carrier
- Length: Up to 30m, available in 6m increments
- Power Outlets: Options of 1, 2, or 4
- Features: Fast deployment, robust design, improved safety with low resistance castors, compact storage.

Components
  • Basket: Ergonomically designed for easy cable access and replacement.
  • Control Box: Integrated for easy power control and maintenance.
  • Castors: Reduce rolling resistance, requiring only one operator for deployment.
  • Knuckles: Protect cables and allow maneuverability around obstacles.
  • Cabling: Clamped and protected to prevent strain and environmental damage.


Aviation Plugs & Sockets
- Types: 115-200V AC 400Hz 6 Pole & 28V DC 3 Pole
- Features: Detachable front moulding for easy maintenance, durable casings, compatibility with various cable styles.

Technical Information
Details on rapid FEGP connection, socket/plug selectors, and configurators for different connectors and sockets.

Recommendations
Use LPA's Crocodile Cable Carriers and connectors for cost-effective and sustainable aviation power solutions, minimizing aircraft-derived power use and costs.

Exterior Material
CSPE is used for its durability and resistance to environmental factors.

Electrical Rating
  • Power Components: Max continuous current is 450 amps, peak of 1500 amps for up to 1 minute.
  • Control Components: Max continuous current is 35 amps.


Connector Specifications
  • Various cable sizes and configurations, including single and double-ended plugs and sockets.
  • Flanged plugs and sockets with split control pins and tubes for enhanced connectivity.
  • Weatherproof and durable, suitable for aviation applications.


Technical Information
  • Connectors comply with ISO 461 and Ministry of Defence standards.
  • Components resist UV light, moisture, and chemicals, with a temperature range of -40°C to 100°C.
  • Power and control pins are silver-plated copper for improved conductivity.


Assembly and Installation
  • Connectors secured with stainless steel clamps for strain relief and weatherproofing.
  • Heat shrink sleeves available for additional protection.
  • Crimping and soldering options for cable termination.


Additional Features
  • Inspection and testing kits for 400Hz and 28V DC sockets.
  • Assembly tools and kits for various connector types.
  • Lanyard assemblies to reduce strain on aircraft sockets.


Ordering Information
  • Customers specify socket type, cable length, size, and type when ordering.
  • Part numbers compiled based on specific configurations and requirements.


Contact Information
For further inquiries, contact LPA Connection Systems at their UK office.
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Catalog excerpts

LPA Aircraft Support brochure-2

LPA Group has over 100 years’ experience in power connection solutions for the transport sector. The company has an ethos of manufacturing products offering low life cycle costs, good maintainability and good availability of spares. LPA’s worldwide network of customers comprises major international airlines, militaries and many of the busiest airports in the world. We recognise the importance of reliable power systems in these dynamic environments and thus ensure that our products, from Crocodile Cable Carriers to power connectors, are able to surpass the demanding expectations required of them....

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LPA Aircraft Support brochure-3

Lightweight and easily manoeuvrable Compact storage envelope Rapid FEGP connection CROCODILE CABLE CARRIER Introduction Crocodile Cable Carrier Configurator AVIATION PLUGS & SOCKETS Overview Socket/Plug Selector 400Hz Detachable Front Sockets 400Hz Short Nose Sockets 400Hz & 28Volt Flanged Plugs & Sockets Flanged Connector Mounting Boxes Crocodile Cable Carrier Up to 30m long and up to 4 power outlets CABLE ASSEMBLIES Introduction Robust, cost effective and efficient cable delivery system from a fixed GPU to aircraft Available in 6 metre multiples, up to 30m Improved health and safety of ground...

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LEFT HAND CROCODILE CABLE CARRIER RIGHT HAND CROCODILE CABLE CARRIER STOWED FOOTPRINT STOWED FOOTPRINT Can be moved easily underneath the aircraft to be close to the plug Cabling is clamped at each knuckle to ensure the cable does not come under strain during operation Configured with up to 4 power outlets and individual baskets for each cable Castors reduce the rolling resistance and improve the ease of handling compared to pulling cables Power control switches situated next to the aircraft reducing the need to go to the fixed GPU to turn on the power Control box integrated within the frame...

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CROCODILE CABLE CARRIER CONFIGURATOR Variety of AC and DC plugs and sockets ESTABLISHING A CROCODILE CABLE CARRIER PART NUMBER Stage 6 Single, Dual or Quad? AC Plug Measuring/Neutral Supervision? No Detachable Front or Fixed Front? Number of Output Cables Single (S), Dual (D) or Quad (Q) Left (L) or Right (R) Hand Basket Bias Compatible with multiple single core or composite cables Cable Length? Safety Switch Linked Cables? Linked Cables? Typical part number (* Repeat stage 6 for second output, dual only) Stage 7 Aviation Plugs & Sockets Single, Dual or Quad? Stage 2 Trolley Format: Basket (B)...

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SOCKET/PLUG SELECTOR Push Button Control No Push Button Control Detachable Front Fixed Front 5 Single Core Cable Composite Cable 5 Single Core Cable Composite Cable 5 Single Core Cable Composite Cable 3 Single Core Cable 5 Single Core Cable Composite Cable * S - Sockets (plug into the aircraft - have tubes) P - Plugs (have pins) AVIATION PLUGS & SOCKETS AVIATION PLUGS & SOCKETS

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WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROL 0 Socket control of power supply Optional socket control of cable reel Green Only Optional LED indicator lights (up to 4) Optional 90% insertion safety micro switch ensures proper engagement before power available at aircraft (part number 43138) Temperature/ Sensor fitted ON (Normally Open), OFF (Normally Closed) ON (Normally Open), OFF (Normally Open) Exterior material: CSPE Cable Size Control Quantity of Quantity Tube Push Buttons of LEDs Bung Size Cable Length Weight: 3kg (without potting) No wiring (socket only) Optional temperature sensors (specify P27) Complete...

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LPA Aircraft Support brochure-8

TYPE 400 SOCKET FEATURES: • Rear assemblies complete with screw clips, clamping plates, nuts & bolts • Front assemblies complete with power & control pins or tubes • Contacts can be either crimped or soldered • Available with protection cap (part number - 29598) • Socket weight: 2.5-3kg. Plug weight: 1.9kg • Exterior material: CSPE 400Hz DETACHABLE FRONT SOCKETS TYPE 15 PLUG FEATURES: • Detachable front moulding facilitates rapid in situ replacement of tubes, front moulding and complete fronts • Front moulding supplied with fixing screws • Sockets supplied complete with screw clips, clamping...

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400Hz & 28VOLT FLANGED PLUGS & SOCKETS • Front assemblies complete with power & control tubes • For type 40 rear assembly, specify bung reference according to cable size • Contacts can be either crimped or soldered • Average weight: 2.3kg • Rear assemblies complete with screw clips, clamping pates, nuts & bolts • The front moulding on Type 40 & 41 Sockets is shorter (65mm) than the other connectors (103mm) FEATURES: • Cast aluminium alloy housing & lid • Epoxy powder coated orange or black finish • Interior manufactured to ISO 461 • Assemblies complete with power & control pins or tubes • Lid...

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28VOLT DC 3 POLE CONNECTORS Cable Size mm2 Power Tube Single End Plug Front Rear Half Double End Socket Front Rear Half Double Power Tube Double End Plug Front Rear Half Rear Half Socket Single End Order Socket Ref Front FEATURES: Composite, or 3 or 5 single core harness entry Split control pins & tubes Square bung fitted with removable plug to accommodate control cable Rear assemblies complete with screw clips, clamping plates, nuts & bolts Front assemblies complete with power & control pins or tubes Single contacts can be either crimped or soldered (double contacts must be soldered Average...

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FLANGED CONNECTOR MOUNTING BOXES Quick assembly from standard stock items Composite, 3 single core or 5 single core options FEATURES: Designed for use with flanged connector Types 10, 16, 18 & 19 Weatherproof to IP54 with flanged connector installed Manufactured in mild steel and zinc sprayed, with a polyester powder coated orange or black finish Cuboid design with side entry allows orientation to meet installation requirements Type 27121 gland plate accommodates most cable types and sizes Type 27121 supplied with flange connector fixing bolts Type 27012 supplied with fixing bolts and sealing...

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION CABLE ASSEMBLIES NATO STOCK NUMBERS FOR COMPONENTS TYPE 11 EXTENSION HARNESS Performance and dimensions of LPA Connection Systems Aviation Ground Power Supply Connectors comply with ISO 461 and to appropriate Ministry of Defence (Air) and NSN standards. A heat shrink sleeve covering the cable entry and rear housing can be supplied as an option. FRONT AND REAR HOUSINGS Pins and Tubes are machined in copper and silver plated to improve electrical conductivity. Tubes are spring tightened to ensure good electrical contact comply with ISO 461. CABLE TERMINATION With the exception...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.