Boeing C-17

The C-17's unique capability to land on short runways is assisted with Eaton's Pitch Trim motors. The pitch trim motors position the horizontal stabilizer during the short landings and take offs for optimal performance. The C-17 hydraulic system incorporates main engine and AC motor-driven pumps as well as pitch trim and OBIGGS drive motors. Eaton also provides additional hydraulic systems and pneumatic units. These include servo control valves, a brake pressure metering valve, winch modules and a cargo ADS control manifold. Electrical equipment provided by Eaton includes the APU air inlet actuator, landing gear control indicator panel, throttle module, ramp lock, logistic rail locks and RAT release actuator.

Other critical products on the C-17 include Eaton’s Aeroquip® brand quick disconnect coupling, self sealing “B”nut fittings and hose products; as well as magnetic chip collectors, electro-optic and float activated sensors and system check valves are on all secondary power systems. These products are primarily used to monitor harmful materials in the flow of hydraulic and lube fluids during the run time of the aircraft.

Eaton also provides Fuel Boost Pumps and Canisters which were specifically designed for the C-17. They were designed and manufactured to provide excellent pumping performance at high climb rates and altitudes with many different types of fuel. To enhance fire safety, Eaton also provides the aircraft mounted valves that control the flow of nitrogen gas from the OBIGGS system to the fuel tanks.

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