Viavi Aeroflex PSD60-2R Features and Specifications *
The PSD60-2R is a portable, battery-powered AC Fuel Capacitance Test Set used in aircraft maintenance to test and calibrate fuel quantity gauging systems, measuring tank capacitance, insulation resistance, and identifying cable faults, working with specific interface cables for various aircraft models like the Boeing 737NG and Airbus series.
This aircraft test equipment is an instrument that permits complete functional checkout and calibration of an AC fuel gauging system, on or off the aircraft. This equipment can accurately measure the capacitance of tank units, compensators, or entire gauge systems.
This type of aviation equipment help operators and technicians by providing accurate and reliable testing of aircraft fuel quantity systems, allowing them to quickly troubleshoot probes, wiring, and compensators while reducing aircraft downtime. By ensuring precise fuel system calibration and fault detection, this unit supports compliance with FAA/EASA standards, improves maintenance quality, and ultimately contributes to safer and more cost-effective aircraft operations.
Operation of the fuel quantity test set is essentially automatic (no manual nulling required). To evaluate a particular system, connect it to the applicable input. The insulation resistance measurement circuit normally operates in three terminal configuration. If a direct short is present from signal source to ground the system will display short. If a direct short is present from signal return to ground the systems reading is undefined.
The Aeroflex PSD60-2R price and features make it a very attractive option compared to similar fuel quantity testers available on the market.
Key Functions & Features
- Tests AC Capacitance Systems: Checks fuel, water, LOX, engine oil, and other capacitive systems on aircraft.
- Measures Capacitance: Determines total tank capacitance and individual tank units/compensators, with high resolution (0.00 pF).
- Simulates Capacitance: Calibrates indicators and performs dry calibration by simulating compensator values.
- Measures Insulation Resistance: Tests the wiring harness and tank units for faults.
- Fault Isolation: Locates breaks or shorts in coaxial cables (center conductor to shield).
- Troubleshooting: Displays maintenance codes and battery life.
- Portable: Battery-operated (C size) for use in hangars or on the flight line. Usage:
Specifications
- Capacitance Measurement Range: 0–20,000 pF
- Capacitance Accuracy: ±0.1% of reading or 0.1 pF
- Resistance Measurement Range: 0.01 Ω to 2,000 MΩ (optional to 20,000 MΩ)
- Resistance Accuracy: ±5% (±10% in extended high range)
- Tank Unit Simulation: 10 to 9,990 pF
- Compensator Simulation: 10 to 990 pF
- Power Source: Battery-operated (C-cell batteries)
BASIC INFORMATION
| Model Number | 01-0597-00 |
| Part Number | PSD60-2R |
| Manufacturer | Viavi / Aeroflex |
CHARACTERISTICS
| Weight | 12 lb (5.4 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14 in × 6.5 in × 10.6 in |