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SIGMA-TEK DRY AIR PUMP
MFR Model# 1U128-006
Overview
| The Sigma-Tek 1U128-006 is a pump which carries a warranty for 2-years or 1000 hours. It uses an aluminum rotor and rotor housing, making the pump very resistant to damage from ingestion of foreign objects, excessive loads or engine oil. It provides clean, dry air for operation of air driven instruments in aircraft operating at medium altitudes. Pump rotates clockwise or counterclockwise in vacuum or pressure mode. May be mounted in either a vertical or horizontal position. FAA approved as a direct replacement for all instrument pumps but is not intended for supplying air to deicing boots. Mounting gasket furnished. Install suction regulator in line to instruments. Delivers 6 In. Hg vacuum (2.9-8.5 minimum CEM) or 6 In. Hg pressure (3.7-8.5 minimum CEM) from 1500 to 4000 RPM. No core charge. |
Specifications
- Height: 3.825" ± .03"
- Width: 3.55" ± .03"
- Depth: 3.91" ± .06"
- Weight: 2.2 lbs. (max)
- Engine Pad: AND 20000
- Rotation: Bi-directional
- Overhang Moment: 5.2 in-lbs
- Static Coupling
- Shear Torque: 175 in-lbs (max)
Installation - Port Threads: 3/8" x 18 N.P.T.
- Hose Fittings: 1/2" I.D. (min)
- Hose / Tubing: 5/8" I.D. (min)
- Inlet Filter: 0.3 microns
Environmental - Ambient Temperature: -40° C to 93° C (typ.)
- Exhaust Temp. (Intermittent): 375° F for 5 mins. (max)
- Exhaust Temp. (Continuous): 300° F
- Vibration:CPS: 5 to 150
Maximum Double Amplitude: 0.100 in.
Maximum Acceleration: 10 G's - Humidity (Dewpoint): -70° C
- Altitude: -1,000 to 30,000 ft.
Reviews
Verified Purchase
SIGMATEK AIR PUMP 1U128-006
What it shoud be...at a price however. Orde was processed et internationally shipped very quickly.
The pump I purchased was delivered promptly and in good condition. It replaced a pump that failed prematurely. Sigma Tek stood behind the product and made things right without a bunch of fuss.
The Good: Last 2 Sigma-Tec pumps lasted well over 1000 hours. Since they can turn either direction, I can keep one spare pump for multiple airplanes. The Bad: Different shape pump can make R&R tricky if currently using a different brand pump. Price is high, and zero core value makes price harder to swallow. No wear gauge. Reality: Pump costs twice as much but lasts twice as long, fewer scary moments IFR, less down time/expense replacing blown pumps.
Mine howled and died at 700 hours/5 years. Previous one lasted 1600+ hours before removal. No core value, and with this lifespan, theres no point investing this much money into a pump that lasts only as long as a Tempest at $269. Sigmatek was disinterested and unresponsive to my experience.
Pump made it 18 months and 60.4 hrs before bearing started howling. order# 365183
Q&A
Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.
You will need to keep the other side open as one port is used for vacuum and the other is for exhaust. The vacuum and exhaust side will be determined based on the way your engine turns.
Yes, this will work as a air pump for the attitude gyro listed/
Yes this is a direct replacement for 1U128-001.
