MID-CONTINENT INSTRUMENTS AND AVIONICS
DESCRIPTION
4300 Attitude Indicator
Mid-Continent Electric Attitude Indicator 4300-411. Mid-Continent 4300 Series Lifesaver Electric Attitude Indicator with Standby battery system provides up to one hour of emergency attitude reference in the event of aircraft power failure, a safe alternative to unreliable vacuum systems. This Mid-Continent Electric Attitude Indicator 4300-411 is an exceptional Value – 7,500 hours MTBF, which is more than double the life of most electric gyros. Perfect for use as a primary or standby artificial horizon in fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. The 10–32 volt DC operation is for use in both 14 and 28 volt aircraft. Anti-reflective glass enhances visibility and reduces fatigue. Approved to FAA TSO-C4c and RTCA/DO-160D certified and qualified to DO-160 for helicopter vibration.
- Lifesaver® self-contained battery backup features:
- One hour of emergency power*
- Built-in annunciation
- Internal emergency lighting
- Versions available to match existing instrument/EFIS displays
- A safe alternative to unreliable vacuum systems
- Ideal primary or standby artificial horizon in fixed-wing and helicopter applications
- Single 4-pin connector installation
- 7,500 hours MTBF — more than double the life of most electric gyros
- 10–32 volt DC operation for use in both 14 and 28 volt aircraft
- Field-replaceable lighting
- Anti-reflective glass enhances visibility and reduces pilot fatigue
- FAA TSO-C4c certified and RTCA DO-160D qualified
- DO-160 qualified for helicopter vibration
- Designed and built in Wichita, Kansas, USA
- One-year limited warranty
Features
- Provides up to one hour of emergency attitude reference in the event of aircraft power failure
- Custom versions available to match existing instrument/EFIS displays
- Lifesaver® self-contained battery backup features: - Built-in annunciation - Internal emergency lighting
- Alternative to vacuum systems
- Single connector installation for primary and optional standby battery models
- 7,500 hours MTBF - high-stability tungsten rotor operates at lower rotational speed, extending bearing life
- Use as a primary or standby artificial horizon in fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters
- 10-32 volt DC operation for use in either 14 or 28 volt aircraft
- Anti-reflective glass
- Field replaceable lighting
- Approved to FAA TSO-C4c and RTCA/DO-160D certified
Specifications
| MTBF: | 7,500 hours | CERTIFICATION: | FAA TSO-C4c, RTCA/DO-160D |
| POWER INPUT: | 10-32VDC: 1400mA start, 600mA max, running at 14VDC input 700mA start, 300mA max, running at 28VDC input | DIAL: | Rotating roll dial configuration, blue over brown Traditional or Delta wing symbolic airplane |
| PANEL TILT: | Aircraft specific - Specify exact tilt between 0° to 20° | BATTERY: | Rechargeable, sealed lead-acid cells Life=3 years in average aircraft environment Runtime=60 mins min, when fully charged & properly maintained |
| ANNUNCIATORS: | Push to engage annunciator: STBY PWR - standby power mode TEST - battery mode | LIGHTING: | 5, 14 or 28VDC, field-replaceable tray wired through main connector |
| GLASS: | Special HEA anti-refelective coating | WEIGHT: | 2.7lbs or 3.7lbs w/battery option |
| LENGTH: | 6.6", 8.6" w/battery option | MOUNTING: | Rear mount in standard 3 1/8" round panel cutout |
| TEMPERATURE RANGE: | -30°C to +50°C |