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Parker Aerospace selects AMETEK PDS for T-X Hydraulic Pump Motor
Wednesday, 5 June 2019

AMETEK PDS has been selected by Parker Aerospace Hydraulic Systems Division Europe (HSDE) to provide the Hydraulic Pump Motor for the new U.S. Airforce next generation T-X jet trainer aircraft, which will be jointly produced by the Boeing and Saab companies.

Parker is a leading provider of fully integrated hydraulic systems, advanced hydromechanical and electromechanical subsystems and components. The company has a broad experience in value-added systems design, integration and support. Parker's hydraulics have long played a role in advanced military aircraft, supplying the power and control needed for helicopters, fighters, transports, UAVs and missiles, including the Joint Strike Fighter Program and now the T-X trainer.

The next generation T-X trainer, offered by Boeing and Swedish partner Saab, was selected in September 2018 to replace the long-trusted Northrop Grumman T-38 Talon for U.S. Airforce pilot training. The new T-X is a single-engine advanced jet trainer with a twin tail for enhanced stability and control, tandem seating and retractable landing gear. The trainer is powered by a General Electric F404 afterburning turbofan engine with in-flight refueling capability. First deliveries to Joint Base San Antonio- Randolph, Texas are expected in 2023 and with a minimum of 351 aircraft, and the potential of up to 475 aircraft to be supplied across program duration.

The AMETEK PDS Motors product line offers a wide range of custom engineered brushed DC electric motors with voltage ratings between 18 - 32 VDC, power outputs ranging from 1/10 to 12 HP and speeds up to 30,000 RPM. The DC Motor developed for the T-X Hydraulic Pump is a highly reliable, rugged and proven 28 VDC brush-type, sealed bearing motor (based on part # MP68B-1). It is specially customized to meet the T-X stringent requirements.

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AMETEK PDS Radio Communications Equipment, Solid State Circuit Breakers, Data Acquisition Systems, Electric Motors, AC/DC Generators, Electrical Actuators, Electromechanical Actuators, Engine Indicator Instruments, Generating Systems, Linear Actuators, Motor & Generator Brushes, Power Distribution Equipment, Rotary Actuators, Starter Generators, Voltage Regulators, Air Data Computers, Avionics Management Systems, Cooling Systems, Electric Power Controllers, Flap Position Indicators
Parker Aerospace Hydraulic Systems Hydraulic Systems & Equipment, Hydraulic Actuators
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