Radiant Technology Introduces 8+ Function Universal Instrument
Radiant Technology introduces a significant update to its Universal Multi-Function Instrument. The instrument now has eight functions on one screen and an improved dial representation. The unit is ideal as an ultra-lightweight, ultra-thin primary or backup instrument in experimental or ultralight aircraft and can be purchased in either a 2 ¼” or 3 ⅛” panel cutout.
The following functions are included:
- Indicated airspeed
- True airspeed
- Digital altitude
- Analog (dial) representation of airspeed
- Analog (dial) representation of altitude
- Digital VSI
- Settable Kollsman (current pressure)
- Outside air temperature
- System voltage
- Density altitude.
Almost all these functions are included in one bright, high-contrast screen presentation.
Pushing a button presents a secondary ‘Altimeter focus’ screen, which shows the current density altitude in a conventional dial format.
The instruments can be purchased at Aircraft Spruce. The 2 ¼” version is listed at https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/inpages/radiantmultifunction_10-07488.php. The 3 ⅛” version is listed at https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/10-07686.php.
James Wiebe, CEO of Radiant, says, “This instrument brilliantly presents indicated and true airspeed, along with altitude and VSI and voltage and outside air temperature in an easy-to-read and concise format. A second page of information contains an enhanced dial altimeter and density altitude calculation. For $399.00, this is the least expensive way to pack eight instruments into a 2 ¼” or 3 ⅛” standard panel cutout."
The included air computer calculates true airspeed based on pressure, altitude and temperature. Computed density altitude is a bonus for safety consciousness. A harness for the external temperature is included. Furthermore, a one-time setup procedure allows customization of 100 or 200 Knots or MPH speed ranges and Fahrenheit vs. Celsius.
Complete information and technical specifications can be found at https://www.radiantinstruments.com/product-page/gen-2-multi-function-asi-vsi-altimeter.