GROUND POWER UNIT

GPU-406 60 KVA

ELECTRONIC CONTROL with DIGITAL DISPLAY ENGINE CONTROLS

The GPU-406 Ground Power Unit features a compact design Electronic engine governors provide precise frequency
with full-size performance which allows for easier handling and regulation and fast transient response. Engine protection such
better mobility near aircraft. It features a brushless, high as low oil pressure and high coolant temperature are
efficiency generator running at an optimized 2000 RPM programmed into the ECM. An engine diagnostic connector is
providing improved fuel efficiency and reduced sound level provided for communicating with the engine. Engine operating
while ensuring rapid transient response and exceptional parameters are displayed via SAE J1939 CANBUS:
frequency regulation. - Engine speed, voltage, and hours
Powder-coated aluminum and fiberglass panels surrounding a - Oil pressure and coolant temperature
rugged galvanized steel chassis provide the longest lasting - Real time % load
finish. Mobility is enhanced by a rubber torsion axle, tight radius - Active and stored service codes
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5 wheel steering, simple direct-acting brakes, and a safe no- - Various languages, US and Metric units
drop towbar. The GPU meets U.S. and EURO latest emissions
Fuel level is displayed as a %. Low fuel warning and shut
standards. Other engines are available for all emissions-
down, automatic warm up and cool down cycles, and
regulated locations.
emergency stop are all standard features.
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
400 Hz 115/200 volts, +/- 15% adjustable, 3 phase, 4 wire wye- ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
connected, grounded neutral, revolving field, brushless, self- - Continuous rating: 60 kVA @ 1.0 PF
cooling, single bearing, directly connected to the engine. - Overload rating: 125% for 5 minutes @ 0.8 PF
- Meets MIL-STD-704F
GENERATOR CONTROLS - Voltage regulation: +/- 1% over full load range
Digital generator control module (GCM) features voltage - Voltage transient: +/- 13.8% no load to full load
regulation, fault protection, and an operating parameter display. - Voltage transient recovery time: +/- 1% of nominal
The GCM monitors 400 Hz output when 400 Hz is in use and voltage within 100 milliseconds
28.5 VDC output when optional 28.5 VDC is in use. 400 Hz and - Voltage modulation: 0.5% at steady state.
28.5 VDC line drop compensation and DC current limiting are - Phase balance: <1% at balanced 3-phase load.
built in. Voltage, current, power, and frequency are digitally <4% at 1/3 load on 1 phase and no-load on 2 phases
displayed on a backlit LCD. Faults are displayed and latched: - Harmonic content: THD <2%. Any 1 phase
- Over frequency: 420 Hz in 5 seconds harmonic <1.5% at 0.8 PF linear load
- Under frequency: 380 Hz in 7 seconds - Crest factor: 1.414 +/- 0.07
- Over voltage: 130 volts in 2 seconds - Frequency regulation: +/-0.1% over full load range
- Under voltage: 100 volts in 7 seconds - Frequency transient: +/- 2.5% no-load to full load
- Overload: 125% for 5 minutes @ 0.8 PF - Frequency transient recovery time: +/- 0.5% of
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS nominal frequency within 1.5 seconds
- 24 volt starting motor - Dry-type air cleaner - Line drop compensation: Increases up to 10 VAC
- Heavy-duty spark - (2) 12-volt batteries L-N to compensate for aircraft cable voltage drop
arrestor / silencer - Pusher type fan - 400 Hz data logging – downloadable via USB stick
- Full-flow oil and fuel filters - Low coolant shutdown

Tolerances of data: +/- 5 %.

Some views may show optional equipment. Specifications may be altered due to a constant effort to improve performance.
 GROUND POWER UNIT
GPU-406 60 KVA

CHASSIS CHARACTERISTICS OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

- Extreme low noise: 71 dbA @ 7 meters - Cable plug stowage / towbar brake interlock
- Easy access to all components - Second 400 Hz output
- Side mounted cable trays with integral rollers - Transformer rectifier: 28.5 VDC with current
- Fuel tank – 46 gallons for over 8 hrs of run time limiting, 800 amps continuous, 2500 amps peak. Can
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- 5 wheel steering with no-drop towbar brake be field installed.
- Forklift pockets and tie down rings - Beacon: Amber or red, flashing or rotating
- Cable plug holders - Low fuel warning and shutdown beacons
- Low load ramp down / shut down - Engine block heater
- Externally-mounted, lockable, battery switch - Fuel filter/water separator with heater

Our GPUs are available in several engine configurations.

Each version meets at least your latest local emissions regulation
RATED
MODEL KVA P.F. KW
AMPS
GPU-406 60 1.0 60 174

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Tolerances of data: +/- 5 %.

Some views may show optional equipment. Specifications may be altered due to a constant effort to improve performance.