Aircraft Ground Power Units (Start & Continuous)
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Aircraft Ground Power Units (Start & Continuous)

AC/DC ground power units for engine start and continuous aircraft power.

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ASR supplies a range of solid-state and engine-driven aircraft ground power units (GPUs) for both engine start-up and continuous power, covering fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. The range includes start power units, continuous power units, combination start-and-continuous units, airport rectifiers, frequency converters, diesel generators and battery-powered GPUs. Units are offered in multiple voltages and current ratings to suit aircraft from light jets to large airliners.

From the manufacturer’s documentation

Technical specifications.

Start power units available in 12V, 24V and 28V
Continuous power units25 A up to 300 A, set between 14V and 28V (other voltages on request)
Frequency converters convert mains (50/60 Hz) to 400 Hz for aircraft systems
Airport rectifiers supply 28V DC for pre-flight maintenance, test benches and hangars
AC and DC units for fixed-wing or rotary aircraft
Diesel-generator-powered options available
Best for

Use cases.

  • Engine start of aircraft from light jets (Cirrus SF50) to large business/commercial jets (Boeing 747-400)
  • Continuous power for aircraft servicing, crew training and pre-flight maintenance
  • Supplying 400 Hz / 28V DC where airport mains frequency or voltage differs