True Blue Power Announces Approval of STC for 4,000-Watt Frequency Converter on Gulfstream G450, G550, G650 and G650ER Series Aircraft

True Blue Power announces a supplemental type certificate (STC) for the company’s TFC4000 Frequency Converter on Gulfstream G450, G550, G650 and G650ER aircraft. The converter provides up to 4,000 watts of wall outlet power to cabin equipment.

The TFC4000 is a direct and more reliable replacement for existing GE Aviation Systems 717220-1, 717220-2, 717220-2R and Avionic Instruments 1-002-0102-2444 and 1-002-0102-2052 frequency converters.

“The TFC4000 provides 15% more power than the frequency converters it is designed to replace,” says Van Winter, vice president of Marketing and Aftermarket Sales. “It provides reliable power to outlets throughout the aircraft, supporting electronics and appliances, from laptops and computer systems to coffee makers, galley equipment and in-flight entertainment systems.”

Benefits of the TFC4000 also include it being the lightest, the quietest and the most reliable frequency converter in its power class. Weighing in at only 18.9 pounds (8.57 kilograms), it is 30% lighter than competing converters. Independent temperature and speed-controlled fans also significantly reduce noise, making it the quietest frequency converter on the market. Silicon carbide technology, custom magnetics and plenum cooling increase efficiency and protect internal components from moisture and contaminants commonly found outside the pressure vessel and in non-temperature-controlled locations, like the “Hell Hole.”

True Blue Power partnered with Sterling Helicopter, an industry-leading certification resource, to develop the TFC4000 STC for Gulfstream G450, G550, G650 and G650ER aircraft.

 “Having reliable cabin power is important, and True Blue Power’s frequency converter is the answer,” says Edward Allen, director of engineering for Sterling Helicopter. “The TFC4000 significantly reduces maintenance and replacement costs and is much quieter than the current frequency converter it replaces, making it the best overall value available.”

The validation process with Canada (TCCA), Europe (EASA) and Brazil (ANAC) has already been completed.

For more information about upgrading Gulfstream G450, G550, G650 or G650ER aircraft with the STC-approved TFC4000 Frequency Converter, contact Van Winter at 316-630-0101 or visit truebluepowerusa.com.