Kavlico Unveils Single Engine
Thrust Control Device

September 16, 2008

MOORPARK, Calif. – Kavlico, a global business unit of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), has recently developed a single engine thrust control device which allows pilots to set the aircraft’s multiple power levels. The units’ design meets the small envelope, minimum weight, and high reliability demanded by today’s highly competitive aerospace industry.

When the pilot moves the thrust control lever, the internal triplex Rotary Variable Differential Transformer (RVDT) provides redundant signals to the FADEC control to increase or decrease the power level. Detents are provided for take-off, idle, and maximum continuous cruise.

This highly reliable and durable device makes extensive use of lightweight materials for both the body and the handle. Other significant features include adjustable friction, simple 4-screw mounting permitting rapid line replacement, and a 70,000 minimum flight hours MTBF.

A full travel seal insures that foreign object debris is kept out of the thrust control mechanism. This easy-to-use device utilizes a momentary switch located in the grip. The lever incorporates a gear drive, while an anti-backlash gear on the triplex RVDT turns the RVDT shaft with low backlash.

The compact device weighs 1.8lbs maximum and has been designed to meet FAR Part 25 and RTCA-160.

About Kavlico

Kavlico is an operation of Custom Sensors & technologies (CST) and is a global business unit of Schneider Electric. Kavlico is a leading manufacturer of pressure, position (LVDT & RVDT), force, leveswl, tilt, media quality, and other specialty sensors, and transducers for the transportation, industrial and aerospace & defense markets. www.kavlico.com

About Custom Sensors & Technologies

Headquartered in Moorpark, CA – Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) is a global business unit of Schneider Electric and is comprised of industry-leading brands including Crouzet, Kavlico, Crydom, and former divisions of BEI Technologies – Newall and Systron Donner. CST provides sensors, controls, and actuation products for the Transportation, Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. www.cstsensors.com

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