Why and When Should You Refurbish F-16 Cockpit Panels?
Posted by John Ashour on June 26, 2017
The purpose of this blog is to describe what F-16 cockpit panels are and answer the following questions: (1) “Why refurbish them?” and (2) “When should they be refurbished?” Before answering these two questions, let me explain what a cockpit panel is. F-16 cockpit panels are electric, switch boxes located in front of and around • Read More >>
Topics: Blog, Cockpit Panels, Distributors, F-16, Modification, Quote, Refurbishment, Wiring
Who is ILN and What is Their Specialty?
Posted by Clare McGarrey on June 19, 2017
Founded in 1989 and based out of southern California, ILN Technologies, Inc. is one of InterConnect Wiring’s exclusive distributors. ILN is ISO 9001 Certified, a Member of the Aviation Suppliers Association (ASA), and an FAA AC 00-56A accredited company. ILN supplies new manufactured parts and components by subcontracting to qualified manufacturers like InterConnect Wiring. ILN • Read More >>
Where Are F-16 Fuselage Multiplex Panels and When Do You Refurbish Them?
Posted by John Ashour on June 12, 2017
Welcome to F-16 Fighter Jet Design Class 101. In this class we will discuss: (1) the main components of an F-16, (2) what multiplex is, and (3) what is refurbishment in regards to F-16 electrical panels. Here we go! An airplane is typically made up of four main structural components: (1) the fuselage, (2) • Read More >>
Topics: Blog, F-16 Electrical Wiring Harness, MUX Panel, Panels, Refurbishment, Wiring
Who is DTE and What is Their Specialty?
Posted by Clare McGarrey on June 5, 2017
Defense Technology Equipment Inc. (DTE) is a highly specialized logistic military procurement company based out of the US since 1989. This company is known for providing technical and Aircraft On the Ground (AOG) support. DTE is committed to delivering top-notch service and care in a short period of time. DTE is able to operate under • Read More >>
What are F-16 Fuel Cell Wiring Harnesses and Why Replace Them?
Posted by John Ashour on May 29, 2017
Jet fuel is stored in five locations in an F-16 including: (1) the wings, (2) a large fuel bladder located behind the cockpit, (3) gas tanks on the wings and/or center fuselage, (4) Conformal Fuel Tanks (CFT’s) and (5) the aft fuselage that surrounds the engine. The aft fuselage that surrounds the engine is also • Read More >>
What is TKT Insulated Wire?
Posted by Chris Bettinger on May 22, 2017
On April 3rd 2017, you read about the Advantages of Kapton Insulated Wire. Then, on April 24th 2017, you read about the Disadvantages of Kapton Insulated Wire. Today, you will learn about another wire type commonly used on commercial and military aircraft. This wire has a tape-wrapped construction consisting of one layer of fluropolymer-polyimide- fluropolymer • Read More >>
Topics: Blog, Distributors, Kapton, Kapton Wire, Wire, Wiring
Who is CSCI and What is Their Specialty
Posted by Clare McGarrey on May 15, 2017
CSCI stands for Coastal Seat Cushions Inc. CSCI is an industry leader in military fixed wing aircraft seating systems and accessories. CSCI is the Exclusive Worldwide Distributor for Oregon Aero for a wide range of products including AWR approved Seat Cushions for Military Aircraft. Coastal Seat Cushions Inc opened in 2013 in the aircraft parts • Read More >>
Topics: Blog, CSCI, Distributors, Seat Systems, Wiring
InterConnect Sponsors the Lockheed Martin SHPE Scholarship Golf Tournament
Posted by Clare McGarrey on May 8, 2017
Today InterConnect Wiring had the pleasure of being a Bronze Sponsor for Lockheed Martin’s local charity SHPE scholarship golf tournament benefitting STEM. InterConnect Wiring, Lockheed Martin, and The Society of Hispanic Engineers (SHPE), whole heartedly support our youth entering into the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). This is Lockheed’s 6th annual golf • Read More >>
Topics: Blog, Community, Lockheed Martin, Outreach, STEM
What is a Station 5 Wiring Harness? Why is it Often Replaced?
Posted by John Ashour on May 1, 2017
On the F-16 aircraft there are nine wing weapon stations. A wing weapon station is an attachment point for an ordnance such as a bomb, missile, or rocket. Wing stations can also carry reconnaissance pods, cameras, fuel tanks, or storage containers. Station 1 is on the tip of the left wing. Station 2, 3, and • Read More >>
What Are the Disadvantages of Kapton Insulated Wire?
Posted by Marc Piloian on April 24, 2017
On April 3, 2017 InterConnect informed the reader about The Advantages of Kapton Wire. Today, we will present information about the Disadvantages of Kapton Insulated Wire. After years of use in many different civilian and military platforms including the F-16, UH-60, AH-1, F-15, and F-18, serious safety issues began to appear. Once the Kapton wire • Read More >>
Topics: Blog, Kapton, Kapton Wire, Wire, Wiring Harnesses
