Piper PA-46-500TP (M500) & PA-46-600TP (M600) STC Certified Heavy Duty Sealed Lead Acid Battery Installations
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Overview
This document serves as a maintenance manual for the installation of the Concorde RG-41/53 high capacity valve regulated sealed lead acid (VRSLA) battery in Piper PA-46-500TP (M500) and PA-46-600TP (M600) aircraft. It outlines the specifications and advantages of the RG-41/53 battery, which is designed to replace the original equipment battery without requiring airframe modifications. The manual provides detailed instructions for the removal of the existing battery and the installation of the new battery, ensuring compliance with FAA and other aviation authority regulations. It is intended for maintenance personnel and technicians involved in upgrading the battery systems of these aircraft models.
- The RG-41/53 battery has a rated capacity of 53 Ah and weighs 96 lbs (43.6 kg).
- Installation does not require airframe modifications due to the battery's design footprint.
- Follow Piper Maintenance Manual Section 24-30-00 for battery removal and installation procedures.
- The battery provides improved starting performance and longer life compared to the original equipment battery.
- Concorde's battery is fully recyclable and ships Hazmat exempt.
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Battery Specifications
The RG-41/53 battery has a rated capacity of 53 Ah and is designed for use in Piper M500 and M600 aircraft. It provides improved performance in various temperature conditions, with an IPP rating of 1650 at 23°C (74°F) and 1200 at -18°C (0°F). The battery weighs 96 lbs (43.6 kg) and has dimensions that allow it to fit into the existing battery compartment without modification.
Installation Instructions
To install the RG-41/53 battery, first remove the existing main battery according to Piper Aircraft Maintenance Manual Section 24-30-00, subsection 15.C. Next, install the new battery following subsection 15.E of the same section. Ensure that the Concorde FAA approved Installation Compliance Advisory (ICA) is inserted in the appropriate location in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) and complete the necessary forms to return the aircraft to service.
Battery Advantages
The Concorde RG-41/53 battery offers several advantages over the original equipment battery, including additional capacity for faster engine starts, longer battery life, and enhanced reliability. It is also environmentally friendly, being fully recyclable and exempt from hazardous material shipping regulations.
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CONCORDE BATTERY CORPORATION 2009 San Bernardino Road | West Covina, CA 91790 USA 626-813-1234 | Fax 626-813-1235 | www.ConcordeBattery.com ISO 9001 + AS9100 | Crafted for Quality in the U.S.A. Piper PA-46-500TP (M500) & PA-46-600TP (M600) STC Certified Heavy Duty Sealed Lead Acid Battery Installations 1220 FAA STC SA01050DE ANAC STC 2020S11-19 EASA STC 10074637 TCCA – Eligible by SI 513-003 Main Battery Upgrade – Original equipment Piper P/N 601-910 (24V, 38Ah) is replaced with the higher capacity RG-41/53 24 volt TSO-C173a authorized battery. RG® Battery Advantages: • Additional capacity for faster starting and reduced engine wear • Longer battery life • Concorde reliability, dependability and safety • Ships Hazmat Exempt • Fully recyclable - the green solution • Widely available through a worldwide distribution network Made in the U.S.A. Specifics: STC provides for the installation of Concorde RG-41/53 high capacity valve regulated sealed lead acid (VRSLA) battery in place of the original equipment lead acid batteries in Piper M500 and M600 aircraft. Concorde’s RG-41/53 battery has the same design footprint and is therefore interchangeable without airframe modification. 1. Remove the existing main battery from the aircraft in accordance with (IAW) Piper Aircraft Maintenance Manual Section 24- 30-00 sub section 15.C. 2. Install the RG-41/53 replacement battery IAW Section 24-30-00 sub section 15.E. 3. Insert the Concorde FAA approved ICA in the appropriate location in the AMM. 4. Complete the appropriate forms and return the aircraft to service. Image courtesy of Team Chambliss RG-41/53 | 53 Ah PIPER M500, M600 STC CONCORDE BATTERY CORPORATION 2009 San Bernardino Road | West Covina, CA 91790 USA 626-813-1234 | Fax 626-813-1235 | www.ConcordeBattery.com ISO 9001 + AS9100 | Crafted for Quality in the U.S.A. 1220 FAA STC SA01050DE ANAC STC 2020S11-19 EASA STC 10074637 TCCA – Eligible by SI 513-003 Part Rated Capacity IPP IPR IPP IPR IPP IPR Maximum Number C1 in Ah 23°C / 74°F -18°C / 0°F -30°C / -22°F Weight RG-41/53 53 Ah 1650 1200 1325 1000 1125 800 96 LB / 43.6 KG 10.10 (256.5 MM) 10.44 (265.2 MM) 9.91 (251.7 MM) 10.00 (254.0 MM) 11.95 (303.6 MM) 9.00 (228.6 MM) 2X .06 (1.5 MM) .60 (15.2 MM) 10.16 (258.2 MM) 8.97 (227.7 MM) 4.10 (104.1 MM) CL MS3509 RECEPTACLE MIL-PRF-18148/3/ STYLE 1 EQUIVALENT 2X VENT HOLE PATTERN 2X LIFTING STRAPS CL Main Battery Upgrade – RG-41/53 (53 Ah) RG-41/53 | 53 Ah PIPER M500, M600 STC
