Mailing List lml@lancaironline.net Message #10678
From: <TheWireGuy@aol.com>
Subject: Re: 12 vs 24 Volts
Date: Wed, 8 Aug 2001 20:33:32 EDT
To: <lancair.list@olsusa.com>
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There are a couple other arguments in favor of 24 volts:

1. Smaller wire sizes for the same power transfer. Small weight savings on a
plane the size of a Lancair. BIG difference on a commercial airliner.

2. Most Mil-Spec components (relays, valves, etc) are much more readily
available in 24 volt versions. Most 12 volt stuff is from the automotive
industry. Not necessarily a bad thing, but component ratings are less
consistant and flammabiliy is a concern on some of the plastic parts.

Jim McMillan
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