Fixed PCA unit AC385

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Overview
The Shenling AC385 Fully Electric Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) Unit is a ground support equipment (GSE) solution designed for Code E aircraft and compatible with Codes C and D. It supplies conditioned fresh air to parked aircraft to improve onboard comfort for passengers and crew and to reduce turnaround time.

Key features

• Available in inverter (variable-speed) or fixed-speed versions
• Rapid response: reaches maximum cooling in ~30 seconds; cools to 2°C in ~3 minutes
• Energy-efficient operation (COP: 2.2)
• LCD touchscreen controller with integrated IoT platform for remote monitoring and diagnostics
• Wide ambient operating range: -40°C to 60°C
• Spacious internal access for simplified maintenance and troubleshooting

Performance & benefits

• Delivers fast maximum cooling to support short turnaround windows (typical parked stopovers 40–60 minutes)
• Cabin temperature typically stabilizes at 18–24°C within ~15 minutes
• Improved energy efficiency versus traditional PCA units (COP 2.2 vs typical 1.9), reducing operating costs
• Reduces APU usage and related emissions by using electric power from ground sources

Design, control & adaptability

• Modular refrigeration: 4–6 compressors with multiple refrigerant circuits and dynamic load distribution
• Integrated IoT platform for real-time remote monitoring, software updates, diagnostics and automated running-cost calculations (including aircraft 400Hz power billing)
• Corrosion-resistant design for high humidity and coastal environments
• Multiple physical configurations: bridge-mounted (PBB), floor-standing, mobile and vehicle-mounted units for remote stands
• Supports several power supply options: 380V 50/60Hz, 400V 50/60Hz, 415V 50Hz and 460V 60Hz

Maintenance & serviceability

• Generous internal layout for easy on-site inspection and repair
• Over 90% of faults are minor and repairable without extensive disassembly, minimizing downtime

Applications & references
Shenling AC385 PCA units are intended for airport ground support to provide conditioned air to parked aircraft. They have been deployed in reference projects at major international and regional airports and are targeted at airport operators and ground-handling fleets requiring fast cabin conditioning, energy-efficient operation and reliable remote management.

Technical specifications

• Model: AC385
• Product type: Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) Unit (DX PCA Unit)
• Aircraft compatibility: Code E (primary); compatible with Codes C and D
• Cooling response: reaches maximum cooling in ~30 seconds; cools to 2°C in ~3 minutes; cabin stabilizes to 18–24°C within ~15 minutes
• COP (Coefficient of Performance): 2.2
• Compressors / refrigerant circuits: 4–6 compressors with multiple circuits and dynamic load adjustment
• Control: LCD touchscreen with IoT platform for remote monitoring, diagnostics and automated billing calculations
• Operating ambient temperature range: -40°C to 60°C
• Power supply options: 380V 50/60Hz, 400V 50/60Hz, 415V 50Hz, 460V 60Hz
• Available configurations: bridge-mounted (PBB), floor-standing, mobile, vehicle-mounted
• Environmental resilience: designed for high humidity and coastal/salt-corrosive conditions
• Serviceability: spacious interior for simplified maintenance; most faults are repairable onsite
• Documentation: product catalog and specification sheet available (PDF)