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Overview
Becker Avionics, Inc. is known for their high quality aviation products
and is located in Rheinmünster, Germany. Their small aircraft radios
and transponders have been extremely popular in sailplanes and other
aircraft around the world.
Radios |
Transponders
Related Pages
Transponder Overview Article
Eric Greenwell has written a very nice article which gives an overview
of transponder terminology and available products. This article was
originally published as two articles in Soaring magazine in February and
March 2002,
and updated January, 2008 for publication on the
Soaring Safety Foundation web
site. Eric flies with a Becker transponder in his motorglider.
The article is available here:
http://www.soaringsafety.org/prevention/articles.html.
Transponder Comparison Table
The Transponder
Comparison Table makes it easy to compare specifications of the
available transponders.
Transponder Antenna Tips
DG has an excellent document on their web site with details on how to
mount transponder antennas to gliders.
http://www.dg-flugzeugbau.de/Data/TN-DG/service-infos/2004-53-e.pdf
Complete Systems
Below are a few examples of complete systems with all the necessary
parts.
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Glider Radio System -
Single Seat |
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AR6201
Panel Mount
Aviation Radio |
1K042
Wiring
Harness |
1PL042
Speaker
and
Junction Box |
1PM004
Gooseneck
Microphone |
1US070
Push-to-talk
Button
with cable |
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AR6201 - (Available 4th Quarter 2010?) Compact
VHF/AM Panel Mount Transceiver, $1795?
- 1K042 - Wiring
harness for connecting radio to speaker junction box (highly
recommended), $169
- 1PL042 - Speaker
and wiring junction box, $163
- 1PM004 - Gooseneck
microphone, $299 (lower cost options are shown here:
Microphones)
- 1US070 -
Push-to-talk button with wires, $89 (lower cost options are available
here: EAO &
Dittel)
- Antenna - Usually built into the glider.
If not, there are some nice options here:
Antennas.
- Antenna Cable - Usually built into the
glider. If not, I can make a custom cable for about $30.
This cost in not included in the total below.
- Total: $2518
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Glider Radio System -
Single Seat |
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AR4201
Panel Mount
Aviation Radio |
1K042
Wiring
Harness |
1PL042
Speaker
and
Junction Box |
1PM004
Gooseneck
Microphone |
1US070
Push-to-talk
Button
with cable |
- AR4201 - Compact
VHF/AM Panel Mount Transceiver, $1395
- 1K042 - Wiring
harness for connecting radio to speaker junction box (highly
recommended), $169
- 1PL042 - Speaker
and wiring junction box, $163
- 1PM004 - Gooseneck
microphone, $299 (lower cost options are shown here:
Microphones)
- 1US070 -
Push-to-talk button with wires, $89 (lower cost options are available
here: EAO &
Dittel)
- Antenna - Usually built into the glider.
If not, there are some nice options here:
Antennas.
- Antenna Cable - Usually built into the
glider. If not, I can make a custom cable for about $30.
This cost in not included in the total below.
- Total: $2118
Note: The transponder is rated to 15,000 feet
and is therefore not recommended for use above 15,000 feet by Becker.
However, it will work fine up to about 31,000 feet and many glider pilots do
use this model to altitudes well over 15,000 feet. It uses
significantly less current than the 250 W model shown below (0.7 A vs 1.1 A)
and costs a little less. I don't feel comfortable recommending that
you use this model above 15,000 feet, but I can say that it is commonly
done. I sell a lot more of the 175W model to glider pilots than the
250W model.
- ATC 4401-1-175w
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Transponder, Modes, A/C, 175 Watt, 15,000 feet, $2070
- ACK A-30.4
- Altitude Encoder, $235
- 1K440 - Wiring
harness (highly recommended), $181
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RAMI-AV-22
($47) or
RAMI-AV-74 ($125),
or AAE L2 ($99) or
Sportcraft SA-005 ($94) - The total below includes the AV-22.
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Cable-Ant-RG58-BNCm-TNCm-3 Antenna Cable - $50, 3 m (9.84 feet)
long, Also available in 5 m (16.4 ft) length for $55. The price of
the 3 m cable is included in the price below.
- Total: $2583
- ATC 4401-1-250w
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Transponder, Modes, A/C, 250 Watt, 50,000 feet, $2270
- ACK A-30.4
- Altitude Encoder, $235
- 1K440 - Wiring
harness (highly recommended), $181
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RAMI-AV-22
($47) or
RAMI-AV-74 ($125),
or AAE L2 ($99) or
Sportcraft SA-005 ($94) - The total below includes the AV-22.
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Cable-Ant-RG58-BNCm-TNCm-3 Antenna Cable - $50, 3 m (9.84 feet)
long, Also available in 5 m (16.4 ft) length for $55. The price of
the 3 m cable is included in the price below.
- Total: $2783
Transponder and Radio Antenna
Cables
I offer transponder antenna cables made by Larry Goddard in several lengths.
They include a TNC connector for connection to the transponder and a BNC
connector for connection to a transponder antenna. They are available
in 3 m (9.84 feet) and 5 m (16.4 feet) lengths. I also offer radio
antenna cables from Larry Goddard in several lengths. They include BNC
connectors on both ends, or a BNC connector at the radio end and bare leads
(NC for "No Connector") at the antenna end.
Transponder Antennas
Several transponder antenna options are listed on the
Antennas page. The RAMI rod style and
"shark fin" styles are the most popular. I recommend the shark fin
style because I recall from my fluid dynamics courses that the two worst
types of bodies in regard to drag are spheres and cylinders. For
installations inside fiberglass, wood and fabric gliders, or in the vertical
fin in carbon fiber gliders (with the fin made of fiberglass) you may want
to consider the L2 antenna from AAE and the SA-005
antenna from Sportcraft.
Manual for Becker AR 3201 Radio
This is not a current product. Manuals for current products are
available in the price list below.
AR-3201-I+O.pdf
How to Order
To order a product, click on the
button next to the product.
When you are ready to complete your order, click on the
button.
Click on the small images to view larger versions.
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Part # |
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Radios and Accessories |
| AR6201 |
AR4601 Compact VHF/AM
Transceiver (Panel mounted aviation radio)
This radio is not yet available. It is scheduled to hit the market
in April of 2010.This radio is
destined to be extremely popular for use in sailplanes. The small
size, low current drain, excellent quality, low voltage operation, and
large, clear graphical display make it ideal. You can find lower
cost, lower quality radios, but you will probably end up paying more for
them in the long run with repairs and down-time. Wouldn't you
rather have a radio that just always works! This radio is worth
the investment.
The AR 4201 VHF-AM transceiver has, for
decades, been the very synonym for reliability. More than 18,0000
units have been sold over the last 20 years. The unit has proven
to be a trustworthy companion for thousands of pilots flying millions of
flight-hours. For many it will be difficult to acknowledge that
this legendary radio is becoming technical history.
But there is good news. Becker
Avionics International has launched a successor that represents a
quantum leap forward in performance, technical sophistication and
robustness.
The AR6201 VHF-AM transceiver is smaller
and lighter than its forerunner due to the implementation of
state-of-the-art DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology. It is
mountable in a 2 1/4 inch (57 mm) standard instrument panel hole and is
equipped with a highly efficient AM-transmitter, a very sensitive
receiver and a full graphic LCD display that allows for easy reading
under all light conditions, including full sun. Push button and
display illumination can be dimmed. The AR 6201 is, of course,
prepared for 8.33 kHz spacing that will become the new international
standard for airborne communication. Switching between the 8.33
and the 25 K mode is therefore made effortlessly simple. Standard
or dynamic microphones can be used. A built-in test facility
increases flight safety. The dual monitor mode that allows
scanning of two different channels is an extra feature.
The AR 6201 will continue the Becker
airborne radio success story far into the 21st century. It will be
certified in accordance to ETSO-2C38e; TSO-C189a.
The wiring connections on the AR 6201 are
identical to the connections on the AR 4201 - so AR 6201 units can
directly replace AR 4201 units without any rewiring. Also, the
existing wiring harness and other accessories will work great with the
AR 6201.
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Features |
| Frequency Range: |
118.000 MHz to 136.990 MHz |
| Channel Spacing: |
8.33 or 25 kHz |
| Channel Selection: |
8.33 or 25 kHz (selectable) |
| RF-Output Power: |
> 6 Watts |
| Receiver Sensitivity: |
> 12dB sinad for 1 uV |
| Input Voltage Range: |
9 to 36 VDC |
| Operating Temperature Range:
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-20° C (-4° F) to +55° C (131°
F), for a short time up to + 70° C (158° F) |
| Current consumption: |
Transmit: 1.2 A @ 12 VDC
Receive/Standby: 85 mA @ 12 VDC |
Data Sheet |
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$1795? |
Available
4th Qtr,
2010?Pre-order
Now |
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| AR4201 |
AR4201 Compact VHF/AM
Transceiver (Panel mounted aviation radio)
The AR4201 has been an extremely successful product - with over
18,000 sold, the AR4201 has been a trustworthy companion fro thousands
of pilots flying millions of flight-hours.
The AR4201 is a very popular radio in sailplanes, airplanes and
ultralight aircraft around the world. It is very small and
reliable with low current drain. My German
friends tell me this has become the most popular radio for use in
sailplanes in Germany. It has low power drain when not
transmitting and offers a nice large display with main and standby
frequency display.
This extremely small and light-weight
transceiver offers 760 channels and is certified for use in VFR and IFR
equipped aircraft.
Even smaller and lighter than its forerunner the legendary AR 3201 it is
ideal for installation in gliders, motor gliders and small aircraft due
to its low power requirement and 2 1/4 inch round panel cutout. Due to
the implementation of the most modern technology it has been possible to
minimize the depth of the module, including the connector, to less than
9 inches.
The equipment has an output of 5 7 Watts carrier (16 W PEP). A standby
frequency and 99 memories can be easily programmed and recalled. The AR
4201 has intercom, panel-lighting, voltage indicator, an AF-input as
well as an automatic test-routine as standard functions.
Two dynamic and two standard microphones can be connected without any
alterations. The clear display shows the active frequency and either the
standby frequency, the memory channel used or the supply voltage and
also the external temperature (with the optional temperature sensor).
Using the RS-232 interface, all functions can be remotely operated. With
this standard feature the AR 4201 can be easily integrated in future
BECKER Avionic Systems.
This equipment is useful in a wide range of aircraft and is also optimal
for use at flying schools and flying clubs, who place a lot of value on
quick, safe and simple operation.
Brochure
Manual |
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$1395 |
In Stock |
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CCX-175 |
CCX-175 Combination
Package - Discounted Price
You save $60 when you buy the 2
items below at the same time.
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$3405 |
In Stock |
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CCX-250 |
CCX-250 Combination
Package - Discounted Price
You save $60 when you buy the 2
items below at the same time.
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$3605 |
In Stock |
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1A005 |
VHF Antenna for
Installation in Fiberglass Aircraft
118 to 136 MHz
This antenna was developed especially for fiberglass aircraft.
Most new carbon fiber sailplanes use fiberglass in the vertical fin so
that antennas may be mounted inside. This is necessary because
radio waves do not pass through carbon fiber well. This antenna is
generally attached to the inside of the fin using fiberglass and epoxy
resin. For optimal reception it should be mounted vertically.
It is flexible to allow it to conform to complex surfaces, but should be
mounted so that it is as straight as possible.
Assembly Instructions for Glider Antenna-English.pdf
Assembly Instructions for Glider Antenna-German.pdf |
 
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$99 |
In Stock |
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1K042 |
Wiring Harness for AR
4201 Aircraft Radio
This wiring harness is
highly recommended. It
makes it very easy to install the radio and connect it to the 1PL042
Speaker and Wiring Junction Box. All connections are labeled and
color coded. This not only makes installation fast and error-free,
but also makes long term maintenance much easier. |
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$169 |
In Stock |
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1K043 |
Temperature Probe for AR
4201 Aircraft Radio
This optional item makes it possible to display outside air
temperature on the bottom line of the AR 4201 LCD display in "mode 3".
Temperature can be displayed in °C or °F. The selection between °C
or °F is made in the service mode. |
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$75 |
In Stock |
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1PL042 |
Speaker and Wiring Junction Box
4 Ohm speaker, 6 Watt
This item is also highly recommended.
It makes it extremely easy to install the AR4201 when used with the
1K042 wiring harness. This not only makes
installation fast and error-free, but also makes long term maintenance
much easier.
No DIN connectors are included, but the 1PM004 microphone does come with a
pre-wired DIN connector that plugs directly into this junction box. This
box makes it very easy to connect a wiring harness, microphone and
push-to-talk button to the radio. This unit looks very, very similar to
the Filser BS4-8 speaker box but
has slightly different connectors and connection labels. The 2 DIN
connectors are used to connect 1 or 2 boom microphones or aviation
headsets. Screw terminals are provided for connecting 1 or 2
push-to-talk buttons.This unit is
functionally identical to the Filser BS4-8
Speaker and Wiring Junction Box. However the connections are
labeled differently. If you buy the highly recommended
1K042 wiring harness it will be worth the extra
price to buy this Becker box because installation and long term
maintenance will be much easier because the wires and connectors will be
labeled the same.
Dimensions
Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)
Width: 93 mm (3.66 in)
Height: 43 mm (1.69 in)
Note: This speaker has a very powerful magnet inside. Do not mount
it anywhere near a compass. After you install it you should
re-swing your compass. The same is true for all speakers.
Connection Diagram |
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$163 |
In Stock |
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1PM004 |
Gooseneck Microphone
Dynamic Microphone for use with AR 4201. This is an extremely
nice microphone. It has a longer and larger diameter gooseneck
flex arm than competitive products. Also, the mounting base is
very ruggedly designed. It includes a pre-wired 5-pin DIN
connector for connecting directly to the Becker 1PL042
or Filser BS4-8 Speaker and
Junction Box. It is quite expensive but worth the money. The
microphone head is identical to the head on the Filser
Boom Microphone but the gooseneck
on this model is much larger in diameter, more rigid, and longer, and this unit includes a DIN connector
while the Filser microphone doesn't.
Dimensions
Length of Gooseneck flex arm: 400 mm (15.75 in)
Overall Length: 535 mm (21.06 in)
Diameter of gooseneck: 18 mm (0.71 in)
Length of microphone head: 83 mm (3.27 in)
Diameter of microphone head: 23.5 mm (0.93 in)
Cable Length: 2.97 m (117 in) |
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$299 |
In Stock |
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1US070 |
PTT Switch with Cable
Push-to-talk switch for mounting on the control stick. |
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$89 |
In Stock |
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DIN-5m-180 |
DIN Connector, 5-pin,
male
For use with Filser BS4-8 Speaker and
Wiring Junction Box or Becker 1PL042 Speaker and
Wiring Junction Box.
The Becker microphone comes with a pre-wired connector. The Filser
microphone does not include a connector. The 5 pins have a 180 degree
sweep. |
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$9.95 |
In
Stock |
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Transponders and Accessories |
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ATC4401-1-175w |
ATC 4401-1-175w
Transponder, Modes, A/C, 175 Watt, 15,000 feet
The ATC 4401 has been designed as a part of the Becker Compact Line
for all aircraft and helicopters where small dimensions and light weight
are essential. It has the same look and similar size as the successful
transceiver AR 4201. The mounting behind the panel is as simple as for
the AR 4201.
Outstanding performance combined with low power consumption is provided
in two certified versions
ATC 4401-250 with min. 250 Watt transmit power
ATC 4401-175 with min. 175 Watt transmit power
Both versions are state of the art designs with fully transistorized
transmitters and compliant with the current, most stringent operating
standards.
The ATC 4401 is of course certified according JTSO and TSO regulations.
The sunlight readable display is illuminated for night operations. The
display shows in addition to the transponder code also the current
flight level, if an encoding altimeter is connected and Mode-C is
selected. Despite the small size, the operation is simple and straight
forward. It even allows the one button recall of two pre-selected codes.
The ATC 4401 operates from 9.5 to 32.2 V DC. This makes it suitable for
almost every application in general aviation.
A standard encoding altimeter or blind encoder can be connected.
Note: The transponder is rated to 15,000
feet and is therefore not recommended for use above 15,000 feet by
Becker. However, it will work fine up to about 31,000 feet and
many glider pilots do use this model to altitudes well over 15,000 feet.
It uses significantly less current than the 250 W model shown below (0.4
A vs 0.5A) and costs a little less. I don't feel comfortable
recommending that you use this model above 15,000 feet, but I can say
that it is commonly done. I sell a lot more of the 175W model to
glider pilots than the 250W model.
Brochure
Manual |
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$2070 |
In Stock |
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ATC4401-1-250w |
ATC 4401-1-250w
Transponder, Modes, A/C, 250 Watt, 50,000 feet
The ATC 4401 has been designed as a part of the Becker Compact Line
for all aircraft and helicopters where small dimensions and light weight
are essential. It has the same look and similar size as the successful
transceiver AR 4201. The mounting behind the panel is as simple as for
the AR 4201.
Outstanding performance combined with low power consumption is provided
in two certified versions
ATC 4401-250 with min. 250 Watt transmit power
ATC 4401-175 with min. 175 Watt transmit power
Both versions are state of the art designs with fully transistorized
transmitters and compliant with the current, most stringent operating
standards.
The ATC 4401 is of course certified according JTSO and TSO regulations.
The sunlight readable display is illuminated for night operations. The
display shows in addition to the transponder code also the current
flight level, if an encoding altimeter is connected and Mode-C is
selected. Despite the small size, the operation is simple and straight
forward. It even allows the one button recall of two pre-selected codes.
The ATC 4401 operates from 9.5 to 32.2 V DC. This makes it suitable for
almost every application in general aviation.
A standard encoding altimeter or blind encoder can be connected.
Brochure
Manual |
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$2270 |
In Stock |
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BXP6401-2-(01) |
BXP 6401-2-(01) Mode S
Transponder, Class II, Modes A, A+C, S, 150 Watt, 15,000 feet
Note: The price includes the required AM 6400-1-(01) Address Module ($108 value). Other
dealers may not include that in the price.
Also, I can program the N# and other settings here at my office - free
of charge.
The BXP 6401-2-(01) is a compact and lightweight single block Mode-S
transponder. It is according to level 2 and class II and suited for VFR
and IFR up to 15000 feet.
The transponder is equipped with extended squitter and SI code function
and it provides an interface to the central aircraft data system.
It allows ELS and supports EHS, ADS-B' via extended squitter.
The Mode-S ICAO address and additional fixed data are stored in a
separate address module AM 6400-1-(01), which is plugged on the
transponder and remains in the aircraft, if the transponder will be
exchanged.
BXP 6401-2-(01) is designed for panel mounting and fits into a 2 ¼ inch
cut out. A split version is also available. The sunlight readable
display can be illuminated and dimmed for night operation. The display
shows the actual settings.
The wide range of power supply voltage and the low power consumption
make this transponder suitable for VFR as well as IFR.
The transponder is prepared for the connection of blind encoders from
different manufacturers. The encoder can be connected to the transponder
by a serial or a parallel interface.
BXP 6401-2-(01) is directly exchangeable to the ATC 4401-1 as the
dimensions are the same and the main connector has the same pinning.
Brochure
Manual |
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$2903 |
4 to 8
Weeks |
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BXP6401-1-(01) |
BXP 6401-1-(01) Mode S
Transponder, Class I, Modes A, A+C, S, 250 Watt, 50,000 feet
Note: The price includes the required AM 6400-1-(01) Address Module ($108 value). Other
dealers may not include that in the price.
Also, I can program the N# and other settings here at my office - free
of charge. Also, at least 1 US dealer has an incorrect and
misleading price on his web site. I'm sure it would be very
similar to my price if you place an order.
The BXP 6401-1-(01) is a compact and lightweight single block Mode-S
transponder. It is according to level 2 and class I and suited for VFR
and IFR up to 50000 feet.
The transponder is equipped with extended squitter and SI code function
and it provides an interface to the central aircraft data system.
It allows ELS and supports EHS, ADS-B' via extended squitter.
The Mode-S ICAO address and additional fixed data are stored in a
separate address module AM 6400-1-(01), which is plugged on the
transponder and remains in the aircraft, if the transponder will be
exchanged.
BXP 6401-1-(01) is designed for panel mounting and fits into a 2 ¼ inch
cut out. A split version is also available.
The sunlight readable display can be illuminated and dimmed for night
operation. The display shows the actual settings.
The wide range of power supply voltage and the low power consumption
make this transponder suitable for VFR as well as IFR.
The transponder is prepared for the connection of blind encoders from
different manufacturers. The encoder can be connected to the transponder
by a serial or a parallel interface.
BXP 6401-1-(01) is directly exchangeable to the ATC 4401-1 as the
dimensions are the same and the main connector has the same pinning.
Brochure
Manual |
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$4990 |
4 to 8
Weeks |
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1K440 |
Wiring Harness, For all
Becker Transponders, For easy connection to Altitude Encoder
This wiring harness is highly recommended.
It makes it very easy to connect any Becker transponder directly to an
ACK A-30.4 altitude encoder. A DB-25f connector plugs into the transponders
and a DB-15f connector plugs into the encoder.
Length: 7' 8" (2.33 m) -
See also the shorter version shown below.
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$181 |
In Stock |
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| 1K440-2ft |
Wiring Harness, For all
Becker Transponders, For easy connection to Altitude Encoder, 2 Foot
long version
This wiring harness is highly recommended.
It makes it very easy to connect any Becker transponder directly to an
ACK A-30.4 altitude encoder. A DB-25f connector plugs into the transponders
and a DB-15f connector plugs into the encoder.
Length: 2 feet (0.61 m) - See
also the longer version shown above. |
This version is shorter than the one shown
in the photos above. |
$181 |
In Stock |
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