TALON LC
Hydraulic Cargo Hook
External load operations have just become safer, more productive and more profitable than ever before...
Description
A Significant Safety Innovation
The TALON LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook System greatly increases load security by using a hydraulically activated release mechanism instead of a traditional manual release cable. Manual "push-pull" cabled release systems need to be installed with very precise limits in order to ensure that the system performs properly. Unlike existing cable systems, the hydraulic line can be routed with the electrical release cable and is unaffected by movement of the cargo hook. It does not require special rigging—significantly decreasing the chance of an inadvertent load loss due to imprecise rigging.
Another advantage of the hydraulic release system is that it will only open the hook when the pilot activates the release handle—snagging or damage to the cable will not lead to accidentally dropping the cargo. If a mechanical cable gets snagged or hit by the load it can inadvertently open the hook, causing the loss of the cargo.
Benefits
- No Strict Rigging Requirements: The system does not require any rigging each time the system is installed
- Easy Installation: The hydraulic line is easier to route than a standard manual release cable
- Low Maintenance: The hydraulic line can be disconnected without fluid loss or the need to bleed the entire system
- Reduced Lifetime System Costs: No more replacing expensive cables every year due to wear and tear. The stainless steel braided hydraulic line is designed to last the life of the system
- Compact Hydraulic System: The hydraulic hook system utilizes a compact master cylinder integrated into the cockpit release handle
- Improved Electrical Connector Position: The electrical release connector is positioned to protect it from contact with the swing frame.
- Systems and Spares in Stock: We maintain a large inventory of complete systems and spares that allows orders to be quickly filled
- Release Safety: Onboard Cargo Hooks are designed to release 2.5 times rated load. In an emergency situation, such as a long line snag, Onboard hooks give pilots a significant margin of safety in which to release the cargo load
- The Best Price, Availability & Support: Compare prices and features and you'll see that Onboard Systems provides the best overall value. And our product is usually available the day you want to order. We stand behind every order with attentive customer support, backed by field and hangar experienced A&P mechanics
Specifications
Contact your factory representative for available documentation.
Part Numbers
| TALON LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook | |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 528-028-00 |
| Description | TALON LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook |
| Certifications | Please refer to the Owner's Manual for your kit |
| Price | $ 4,479.35 |
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Manuals
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| TALON LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook | |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 528-028-00 |
| Manuals | Service Manuals 122-015-00 Revision 8 [ 10/29/2009 361.9Kb PDF ] |
Additional Information
Hydraulic emergency release eliminates common reasons for inadvertent release
Recently, Onboard Systems has pioneered and developed hydraulic technology to serve as the emergency release for a number of critical reasons. The United States Department of the Interior Aviation Management released a Technical Bulletin dated July 16, 2004 that outlined common safety issues involved in inadvertent cargo hook releases. Their major findings were:
- Cables must be rigged to very exact specifications each time the hook is installed on the aircraft
- Cables are prone to damage that can cause a load release
The Onboard hydraulic release mechanism consists of a small, self-contained hydraulic reservoir that is used to open the hook. The hydraulic release is activated with a cabin-mounted lever that incorporates a compact master cylinder. A slave cylinder integrated in the cargo hook interfaces with the release mechanism. It does not use any hydraulic power from the aircraft.
Hydraulic release offers significant advantages for installation, maintenance and operation
- Installation — Manual push pull cabled release systems need to be installed with very precise limits in order to make sure the system performs properly. A mistake one way could prevent the system from opening the hook; a mistake the other way could lead to the system accidentally opening. The nature of the cabled systems requires very large radius bends. The hydraulic system is not subject to any of the tight rigging requirements and can be installed with very tight bends offering greater flexibility in routing the cable from the hook to the flight controls.
- Maintenance — For similar reasons maintenance is simpler with a hydraulic system. A dry-break quick-disconnect allows the hook system to be removed without any hydraulic fluid loss or need to bleed the complete system.
- Operation — If a mechanical cable gets snagged or hit by the load it can inadvertently open the hook causing the loss of the cargo. The hydraulic system will only open the hook when the pilot activates the release handle — snagging or damage to the cable will not lead to accidentally dropping the cargo.
The TALON LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook is patent pending and certified for use on the Eurocopter AS 350 Swing Cargo Hook System and the Eurocopter BO105 Replacement Hook Kit.
