NC1029 On-Board Inert Gas Generating System

(OBIGGS)
The NC1029 Nitrogen Concentrator (OBIGGS) produces a continuous flow of nitrogen-enriched gas into aircraft fuel
tanks replacing the combustible fuel/air ullage mixture in the tanks and thereby significantly increases aircraft
survivability and crew member safety against ballistic threats up to and including 23mm HEI (High Explosive
Incendiary) rounds and environmental threats such as lightning and static discharge. The unit incorporates Life
Supports proven molecular sieve pressure-swing-adsorption technology. This OBIGGS is being produced for the
AH-64 Apache Helicopter.

Features:

Proven system reliability in excess of 9,000 hours MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure).
Integral heat exchanger, inlet air filter and system performance monitor.
Quality product gas is produced immediately on start-up.
Requires no ground support equipment.
Compared to foam, assures increased usable fuel and easy access to fuel tanks by ground crews.
Maintenance and life cycle costs are both significantly lower than other inerting alternatives.

Challenging Requirements, Innovative Solution...

...Mission Accomplished!
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2003 Carleton Life Support Systems Inc.

A Cobham plc company

P/N: 3261029-0101
NSN: 1560-01-165-9449

Outline Drawing

On-Board Inert Gas

Generating System

End View

6.15
[16 cm]

8.81 MAX.
[22 cm]

Performance
Specifications

Weight: 11.2 Lbs. [5.1 Kg]

Dimensions:
8.81 x 6.15 x 23.75 In.
[22 x 16 x 60 cm]

Air Consumption:
0.25 Lbs./min. @ 25.3 psig

Electrical:
115 Vac, 400 Hz - 100 watts

Top View

23.75
[60 cm]

Side View
For more information contact:

Carleton Life Support Systems Inc.

P.O. Box 4508
Davenport, IA 52808-4508
Website: www.carletonls.com
Email: info@carletonls.com
Telephone 563-383-6000
Toll Free
800-553-1860
Fax
563-383-6323
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A Cobham plc company