Product overviewThe AN17PC(F) Combined Drum Ground Power Unit is a 400 Hz all-in-one GPU integrating a solid-state power conversion unit with a motorized cable reel. Designed for plug-and-play airport operation, it supports suspension under jet bridges or installation on ground bases for flexible deployment at gates, remote stands and maintenance areas.
Product features- Quick on-site installation without complex procedures
- Compact combined structure with reduced footprint and weight
- High load capacity suitable for next-generation all-electric aircraft (e.g., B787, A380)
- Intelligent reel control: variable rotation speed with automatic winding/unwinding at travel limits
- Optimized mechanical layout for accessibility and straightforward maintenance
- Cable voltage-drop compensation to maintain power quality at aircraft terminals
- Interlocking power-supply function ensuring safe aircraft energization
- Strong overload capability: withstands 4× rated load for 1 s
- Superior waveform quality, harmonic content <1.5%
- 12-pulse rectifier design: input current distortion <5%, input power factor >0.96
Product applicationIntended for areas with concentrated aircraft operations: gate/near-gate positions, remote stands, maintenance hangars and airport aprons.
Technical specifications- Model: AN17PC(F)
- Type: All-in-one combined drum GPU integrating solid-state power unit with motorized reel
- Frequency: 400 Hz
- Installation: Suspended under jet bridges or mounted on ground bases (flexible application)
- Drum: Intelligent speed control with automatic winding/unwinding at travel end
- Power quality: Harmonic content <1.5%
- Input stage: 12-pulse rectifier; input current distortion <5%; input power factor >0.96
- Overload capability: 4× rated overload for 1 s
- Functions: Cable voltage-drop compensation; interlocking power-supply for aircraft safety
- Mechanical: Combined structure for small footprint and reduced weight; optimized layout for easy maintenance
- Application suitability: Designed for jet-bridge power supply and heavy/all-electric aircraft (e.g., B787, A380)