DX Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) Units
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DX Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) Units

Self-contained direct-expansion PCA for regional jets through A380 and 747

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Northern Air's DX (direct-expansion) PCA units are described as the most common PCA design in use today, delivering a constant 32-34°F (0-1°C) supply air to parked aircraft. They are self-contained with PMDC technology and support single or dual outputs with an optional bridge pre-cool. Aircraft coverage spans regional jets through the A380 and 747.

Specs at a glance

Technical specifications.

Constant supply-air temperature of 32°F to 34°F
Self-contained design with PMDC technology
Single or dual outputs; optional bridge pre-cool
Aircraft coverageregional jets through A380 and 747
Scroll compressors, ECM condenser fan motors, wide-spaced coil fins
ETL inspected and labelled to UL-1995; meets IATA AHM 974; ISO 9001:2015
1000-hour salt-spray powder-coated finish on Gatorshield welded frame
Best for

Use cases.

  • Gate / jet-bridge pre-conditioned air for commercial aircraft
  • Ramp and apron aircraft cabin cooling/heating while parked
  • Servicing wide-body aircraft up to A380 and 747