Concorde Battery Corporation STC Certified Heavy Duty Sealed Lead Acid Battery Installations
Piper M600 · Service Manual
Overview
This document serves as a service bulletin for the installation of the Concorde RG-41/53 heavy-duty sealed lead acid battery in Piper PA-46-500TP (M500) and PA-46-600TP (M600) aircraft. It outlines the specifications, advantages, and installation procedures for replacing the original equipment battery with the higher capacity RG-41/53 battery. The bulletin is intended for maintenance personnel and pilots involved in the battery upgrade process, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and safety standards. The document emphasizes the benefits of the new battery, including increased capacity for faster engine starts and improved reliability.
- The RG-41/53 battery has a rated capacity of 53 Ah and weighs 96 lbs (43.6 kg).
- Installation requires following specific procedures outlined in the Piper Aircraft Maintenance Manual.
- The battery provides higher starting capacity, with an IPP of 1650 amps at 23°C (74°F).
- The RG-41/53 battery is designed to fit without requiring airframe modifications.
- It is fully recyclable and ships Hazmat exempt.
Document
Source
Originally published by batterymanagement.concordebattery.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Service Manual
- Year
- 2009
- Pages
- 2
- File size
- 2.2 MB
- Publisher
- batterymanagement.concordebattery.com
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Battery Specifications
The RG-41/53 battery has a rated capacity of 53 Ah and is designed to operate effectively in various temperature conditions. At 23°C (74°F), it provides an IPP of 1650 amps, while at -18°C (0°F) and -30°C (-22°F), the IPP drops to 1200 and 1000 amps, respectively. The battery weighs 96 lbs (43.6 kg) and has dimensions that allow it to fit without airframe modifications.
Installation Procedure
To install the RG-41/53 battery, first remove the existing main battery following the Piper Aircraft Maintenance Manual (PAMM) Section 24-30-00, subsection 15.C. Next, install the new battery according to subsection 15.E of the same section. After installation, insert the Concorde FAA approved Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) into the appropriate location in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) and complete the necessary forms to return the aircraft to service.
Battery Advantages
The RG-41/53 battery offers several advantages over the original equipment battery, including additional capacity for faster starting, longer battery life, and enhanced reliability. It is also environmentally friendly, being fully recyclable and exempt from hazardous materials shipping regulations.
Safety notes
- Ensure compliance with FAA regulations when replacing the battery.
- Follow the installation procedures carefully to avoid safety hazards.
Full document text
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 0720 FAA STC SA01050DE Brazilian Validation Pending 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 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. 0720 FAA STC SA01050DE Brazilian Validation Pending 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