New Avionics Corporation products

The Ice*Meister™ Model 9732-STEEL is an aircraft ice detection sensor that utilizes optical technology to identify the presence of different types of ice formations during flight. Engineered for subsonic applications, its compact design replicates the shape of a hockey puck, with critical components housed in a durable acrylic casing. The sensor incorporates a marine-grade 316-L stainless steel probe, ensuring high resistance against environmental conditions. The absence of moving parts and MHz clocks amplifies its reliability, while the optical setup adeptly distinguishes between clear and rime ice by evaluating optical refraction and opacity. This is crucial for understanding ice accumulation and ensuring safe flight conditions. It works through in-flight sensing, utilizing a probe that interfaces ambient air with the optical system, designed to record the accretion of ice on contact surfaces. Its robust, epoxy-filled construction mitigates exposure to detrimental elements and vibrations, ensuring consistent performance verified by NASA research facilities. The sensor is easily mounted onto the aircraft wing using a simple mechanical attachment system.

The Ice*Meister Model 9732-PLASTIC is an advanced, in-flight ice detecting sensor designed for aircraft. This compact and lightweight device is crafted from non-conductive Delrin plastic, offering electromagnetic compatibility with aircraft radio systems. The sensor operates by monitoring changes in optical characteristics caused by ice forming on any of its optical surfaces, which are positioned in the airstream beneath the wing. This setup ensures high sensitivity and early detection of ice, essential for aircraft safety. Tested by NASA, the 9732 is robustly constructed with no moving parts, submergible electronics, and a shielded, FEP Teflon-jacketed cable, making it ideal for harsh environments. It detects both clear and rime ice formations based on optical refraction and opacity, providing critical real-time alerts for pilots. The unit's installation is straightforward, similar to that of an Outside Air Temperature gauge, ensuring it is securely held and optimized for performance under various atmospheric conditions.

The Ice*Meister Model 9734-SYSTEM is an advanced industrial ice detection sensor that provides go/no-go optical sensing capability for ice presence. Designed for robust applications such as wind power turbines, HVAC cooling towers, broadcast towers, oil rigs, and vehicular structures, it functions effectively with no external components required. This self-contained unit is powered by a 5W solar panel, making it suitable for remote usage. The sensor precisely monitors phase changes in substances on its probe, distinguishing between air, liquid water, and ice. This helps in providing accurate ice alerts without moving parts, ensuring reliability in harsh environments. The device is equipped with an embedded circuit board, optical probe, and can be customized with optional protective cages and various mounting options. Although it does not function as an analog measuring instrument and lacks specified accuracy, it efficiently indicates the presence of ice through optical characteristics and is built for long-term industrial use.

Ice*Meister™ Model 9734-REFR is an advanced demand-defrost controller designed for commercial refrigeration units, such as walk-in refrigerators and reach-in display cases. This controller utilizes optical sensing technology to monitor the frost accumulation on evaporator coils. It automatically initiates defrost cycles in response to the physical presence of frost, promptly activating the defrost process and terminating it once frost is cleared. The Model 9734 ensures reduced energy consumption by eliminating unnecessary defrost cycles and minimizing heat induction in the refrigerated compartment. It features a robust construction with a simple four-wire interface and requires no external components except for a power relay to manage the refrigerator's compressor and defrost heater. The innovative design replaces outdated defrost timers, providing sensitive, real-time defrost control while maintaining optimal food temperatures and reducing operational costs.