GPU 400/600 28.5 VDC Solid State

Description

The Hobart GPU 400 and GPU 600 Solid State ground power units provide precisely regulated 28.5 volt DC service. These reliable solid state GPU’s are equipped with “soft Starting mode for engine starting recommended by most airframe manufacturers. Specifically developed in response to customer needs, the GPU-400 and GPU 600 supply the fully regulated, dependable power required by today’s more demanding aircraft. The GPU-400 delivers 400 amps continuous to 1600 amps peak for engine starting. The GPU-600 delivers 600 amps continuous to 2000 amps peak for starting. The Hobart GPU 400 and GPU 600 are made for use with all three phase 50/60Hz power.

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  • Features & Options
  • Specifications
  • Data Sheet
  • Spares

Features

  • Output DC voltage independent of 10% input voltage variations
  • Output current limit setting is adjustable over the range of 150 to 1600 amps for GPU-400; 300 to 2000 amps for GPU-600
  • Output terminals safely located inside case
  • Separate input and output contactors with status indication lights
  • Convenience receptacle for lights, electric drill, or test instruments
  • T-handle 3-wheel mounting with activated parking brake provides easy maneuverability and stable parking
  • 20 feet of DC output cable

Options

  • Special Paint
  • Cable Tray
  • Bridge mount kit (stationary units only)
  • 4 Button remote operating station

Specifications

  • See Data Sheet for All Specifications
  • Supply voltage, 3 phase, re-connectable, varies by model.
    • Please see data sheet table
  • Full load input current varies by model. Please see data sheet table
  • 50Hz – 60Hz. Varies by mode. Please see data sheet table
  • Relative Humidity: 10-95%
  • Protection Class: NEMA 3
  • Operating Temperature: -40oF to +113oF (-40oC to +45oC)
  • Dimensions:
    • 46.5″L X 33″W X 33″H (Portable)
    • 34″L X 24″W X 39″H (Stationary)
  • Weight:
    • 750 lbs. (Portable)
    • 700 lbs. (Stationary)

NSN's

  • 6120-01-666-0564 (GPU-400)
  • 6130-01-597-8417 (GPU-600)

Spec Numbers

  • DCS400S60208 / DCS400S50380 (GPU-400 STATIONARY)
  • DCS400T60208 / DCS400T60575 / DCS400T50380 (GPU-400 TRAILER)
  • DCS400B60208 / DCS400B50380 (GPU-400 BRIDGE MOUNTABLE)
  • DCS600S60208 / DCS600S50380 (GPU-600 STATIONARY)
  • DCS600T60208 / DCS600T60575 / DCS600T50380 (GPU-600 TRAILER)
  • DCS600B60208 / DCS600B50380 / DCS600B60575 (GPU-600 BRIDGE MOUNTABLE)

Legacy Spec Numbers

  • 500160401, 500160402, 500160-403 (GPU-400)
  • 500160-601, 500160-602, 500160-603, 500160-651, 500160-652, 500160-653 (GPU-600)

Compares To

  • AERO Specialties: TRU-28 (GPU400/GPU600)
  • Current Power: MSR-400-28 (GPU400), MSR-600-28 (GPU600)
  • Power King
  • Fox Cart: Mark II, 1200B, 1600B, 2000B
  • Unitron: UDC-420

Data Sheet

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Common Spares

  • 400663 – Contactor, Line
  • 405278-007 – Capacitor, ALS, 115000MF, 40VDC
  • JB2840-20 – 20 ft. DC Output Cable Assembly, 4/0
  • 487050-005 – Resistor, Preload Assembly
  • 16DA-2162 – Knob, Rheostat
  • 400642-003 – Voltmeter, DC
  • 400613-006 – Lamp, 120V
  • 400613-003 – Lamp, 28V
  • 400647-008 – Fuse, 10A
  • 77A-1157 – Switch, Maintained, Push/Pull
  • 406392-002 – Transformer, Control
  • 286810-001 – Contactor, 28.5 VDC
  • 180293B – Kit, Voltage Regulator, GPU-400
  • 180294B – Kit, Voltage Regulator, GPU-600