MPS31C

C i v i l R a n g e A i r D a t a Te s t S e t
DMA-Aero

• Independent Ps and Pt control

• RVSM compliant
• 5000 hour pump warranty
• 2 hour battery back-up
• Multiple line switching option
MPS31C Precision Digital Air Data Test Set

Supplying Air Data Test SETS TO THE world Exclusive 5000 hour pump life warranty
DMA traces its origins back to 1938, mainly as a test equipment The MPS31C is a rugged flight line instrument designed for low
manufacturer to support European aviation requirements. Today maintenance. The low maintenance internal pressure and vacuum
DMA supply precision Air Data Test Sets and other aviation ground pumps run only on demand, extending the pump life and carrying a
support equipment to aircraft manufacturers, repair stations and 5000 hours industry exclusive warranty (see specification for details),
operators throughout the world. based on test set running hours.

Flight line tester for demanding applications Automated calibration

The MPS31C is a two channel digital technology portable Calibration, performed by software, is fast and simple since no
Air Data Test Set incorporating many standard features mechanical adjustments are required. Calibration factors are
normally found on more expensive test instruments. password protected for security. The resultant accuracy of the
The construction is both rugged and rainproof for vibrating element sensors exceeds the RVSM industry requirements.
demanding flight line use. The unit is housed in a
single wheeled case with a stowable handle. Flexible Multiple line switching Option
The MPS31C standard 2 connectors for altitude
Easy intuitive interface and airspeed can optionally be changed to
Using logical key press routines the MPS31C is easy to use by independently addressable ports configured to
both beginners and experts. Testing and trouble shooting can be control up to 8 lines of isolation: 4 ports for static
performed via the built-in intuitively arranged color-coded keypad and 4 ports for pitot.
and large 4 x 20 character back-lit display. For a remote location
This multiple line switching permits fast and safe
such as the flight-deck, three control options are available: the Hand
isolation of the lines to isolate leaking channels.
Held Remote Control, the Touch Screen Remote Control or a wireless
Control is possible from any of the local or remote
Bluetooth connected PDA. All the important air data functions
user interfaces. Combinations of line switching are
are simultaneously displayed on all interfaces, constant screen or
also possible for numerous fault finding routines.
menu changes are not required. Readings of both commanded and
measured test values are displayed.
Low power consumption for high reliability
Careful consideration during the design ensures low power
consumption giving minimal internal temperature rise which
consequently results in high reliability: typically 90 VA power
consumption from the AC line.

Internal battery for safety and versatility

The MPS31C is equipped with internal rechargeable batteries which
provide an emergency power supply able to give up to two hours of
Laboratory testing can also be performed by a PC connected via RS232
full operation. This battery power feature also ensures that operation
to the remote hand terminal connector. The comprehensive manuals
away from available AC supplies causes no problems to the operator.
include all the control instructions. ADWIN software is available as a
For those occasions when the AC power fails during a test there is a
ready-to-run PC based interface.
complete and seamless transfer over to the battery power permitting
testing to continue and safe shutdown with total control.

Built in Safety limits for UUT protection

The MPS31C is designed for maximum safety during testing. Key DMA
design features protect both the test set and the systems under test.
Negative Qc, a pressure condition of Ps greater than Pt, is prevented in
both manual and automatic operation. In the unlikely situation where
both AC and internal battery operation is not possible the Unit Under
Test (UUT) is safely isolated and can be manually vented preventing
instrument and test set damage.
Accuracy achieved by the end of self test Numerous preset factory or user programmed safe limits are provided
A vibrating element absolute transducer is utilized for the static, to prevent damage to the UUT. These limits can be modified by the
altitude channel and a differential transducer for the Qc/Pt, airspeed user either temporarily or permanently, with password protection if
channel. Pressure and temperature characterisation is applied to desired.
the sensors ensuring very high accuracy is achieved at all operating
pressure values, without any significant warm-up time.
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Optional Touch Screen Remote Control.

Includes USB port for test program
storage on USB memory

Optional Hand Terminal provides

intuitive user interface with back-lit
display and color coded keypad

ARINC429, IEEE488 and

Universal power input with Altitude encoder interfaces
28 VDC Option available as options

Rugged splash proof case

with wheels, stowable Optional multiple line switching.
handle and removable lid 2+2, 3+3 or 4+4 static and pitot

Local back-lit display and

Low power consumption for color coded keypad for
high accuracy and reliability laboratory use

Terminal connector Internal 2 hour battery

and RS232 port for safety and versatility

Vacuum supply for 2 Channels of independent

static adapters pressure control for Static and Pitot

A wide range of pitot-static adapters and

adapter kits are available from DMA
MPS31C Standard Specifications
DMA-Aero

Range Resolution
Parameter Accuracy [5]
Measure Control Measure Setpoint
± 3 @ SL
Altitude  (ft) -2,000→ 65,000 -2,000→ 65,000 1 1 ± 5 @ 30,000
± 20 @ 60,000
Static

Vertical Standard  (ft/min) 0→ 6,000 0→ 6,000 5 @ < 1,500

[2] 1 ± 10 ± 1% of setting
speed High rate [1] (ft/min) 0→20,000 0→20,000
 (inHg abs) 1.7→32 1.7→32 0.001 0.001 ± 0.003
Static
 (hPa abs) 56 →1089 56 →1089 0.01 0.01 ± 0.1
  1 @ < 50 ± 0.5 @ 50
Airspeed Standard [3] (kts) 10→700 [3] 10→700 [3]
0.1 @ > 50 0.1 ± 0.1 @ > 500

Ultra low speed function [4](kts) 5→200 5→200 0.1 @ > 20 ± 0.001 inHg
Airspeed slew rate  (kts/min) 0→500 0→500 10 10 ± 10 ± 1% of setting
Pitot

Mach No. (mach) 0→6 0→6 0.001 0.001 < ± 0.002

 (inHg diff) 0→30.8 0→30.8 0.0001 0.0001 ± 0.003
Standard
 (hPa diff) 0→1042 0→1042 0.01 0.01 ± 0.1
Pitot (Qc)
 (inHg diff) 0→ 47 0→ 47 ± 0.005
Option I
 (hPa diff) 0→1592 0→1592 ± 0.17
Engine Pressure Ratio  (EPR) 1→2.5 @ SL 1→2.5 @ SL 0.001 0.001 0.001
Notes: Control capability on all load volumes : Static: 0 to 125 cu. in. (2 L), Pitot: 0 to 80 cu. in. (1.3 L). Larger volumes acceptable
1 High rate achievable into small system volumes 2 10 above 1,500 ft/min, 25 above 3,000 ft/min, 50 above 6,000 ft/min, 100 above 12,000 ft/min
3 Range increase to 830 kts with Option J0 4 Activated on request, below 200 kts
5 Total accuracy includes all metrological uncertainty contributions for the pressure measured. Metrological data has full traceability to NIST.

STANDARD TEST FUNCTIONS CALIBRATION OPTIONS

• Pressure/vacuum generation One year interval, performed using software. A0 28 VDC Power supply: (18 to 30 VDC)
• Automatic leak check B5 ARINC429 monitoring interface
• Controlled venting to ambient PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS B4 IEEE488 GPIB control (RS232 is standard)
• Altitude/airspeed input Weight: 44 lbs. (20 kg.) E Up to 4 + 4 multiple isolators (refer to DMA
• Static/dynamic(Qc)/total pressure input Dimensions:   L 22 x W 14 x H 9 in. for option variations)
• Altitude/airspeed rates input (L 558 x W 356 x H 230 mm) F2 ADWIN PC Control software (locked to S/N)
• Mach Number input Connections: Quick release Hansen fittings. F4 ADWIN PC Control software (unlocked)
• EPR generation G0 Hand held remote control unit: 4 x 20
• TAS / IAS toggle, TAS temperature correction ENVIRONMENTAL characters LCD with 15m extension cable
• Altitude offset correction Temperature range B7 Gray code altitude device read-out
• 30 user test programmed profiles of Operating:   -5°C to +50°C J0 Extended range to 830 kts
26 steps each Storage: -20°C to +70°C – Custom Pitot/Static connections available
• Ultra low speed (5 to 200 kts) for improved Splashproof and shockproof.
accuracy and stability CE compliant. Associated products
• Audible indication when approaching set point MPSRE Touch screen remote control
POWER SUPPLY Pitot-static adapters
DISPLAYED UNITS Universal power supply: 90-240 VAC; 50-400 Hz. Pressure indicators/transfer standards
Altitude: ft, m 90 VA
Airspeed: kts, km/h, mph 2 hours operation internal rechargeable battery
Pressure: InHg, hPa, kPa, Pa, psi, mmHg
WARRANTY
DISPLAY AND KEYPAD Unit: 2 Years
Integral display and keypad in splash proof and Pumps: 5000 running hours or 4 years,
shock protected front panel. whichever expires first
Back lit LCD displays all test parameters.
Ongoing development results in specifications
being subject to change without notice

DMA-Aero Representative
11 Old Sugar Hollow Road
Danbury, CT 06810
Tel: 203 790-8371
Fax: 203 743-2051
E-mail: sales@dma-aero.com
Web: www.dma-aero.com

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