C-130

AEF Solutions were approached by an Avionics equipment manufacturer wishing to upgrade a black box used on the C-130 Aircraft, to provide lightening protection to Level 4, waveform 4 of DO160-F.

The project was taken on by AEF but has an unusual requirement in that the black box is qualified to Level 3 waveform 3 and cannot be modified.

AEF has overcome the problem by supplying an Arinc 404 Plug connector, which replaces the existing aircraft plug and provides lightening protection to the required level.

The connector can be installed in situ and negates the need of a new aircraft wiring loom or any modification to the box or mounting system.

Installation is quick and simple and minimises the AOG condition.

Company Profile

Based in Kent within a specialist unit, AEF Solutions provides expert design and manufacture of bespoke filtered connector solutions for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC, EMI, RFI) and Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) including lightning protection.

With over 100 years combined experience within the connector industry, we continue to build strong relationships with our customers ensuring a flexible, personal service that delivers the highest attention to detail.

Our expertise in delivering complete electronic solutions has proven a vital part in applications such as the Eurofighter, Airbus A380 and many more across a range of markets including: Defence, Military Aerospace, Commercial Avionics, Telecomm, Datacom and Industrial.

Contact

AEF Solutions Limited
Unit 46, Thomas Way, 
Lakesview Business Park, Hersden, 
Canterbury, KENT CT3 4JJ

+44 (0) 1227 711455 +44 (0) 2380 455 022 enquiries@aefsolutions.com

Group Overview

AEI Group is a leading UK provider of Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS), bespoke Filtered Connectors and world beating OEM solutions to the Building Controls, Automation and HVAC market. Our extensive range of Manufacturing services and OEM solutions are delivered through our group of companies: Esprit Electronics, Icon Electronics, PCB Partners, AEF Solutions & Open System Solutions (OSS).