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MVP-50T Engine Monitor for Helicopters
FAA Approved Primary Replacement
- FAA TSO’d
- EASA & TCCA Recognized
- The MVP-50T allows you to remove old engine instruments: NG, NP, ITT, Torque, Fuel Level, Oil Pressure and many more.
- Engine Data Converter (EDC) accepts all inputs from probes & transducers. Only 2 wires run from the EDC to the back of the MVP-50T.
Clean Installation
- The MVP-50T mounts flush with the panel creating a clean panel look and feel.
- An Engine Data Converter (EDC) accepts all inputs. Only 2 wires run to the back of the instrument.
Accurate, Dependable & Easy to Use
- Electronics International consistently has been a leader in digital engine instrumentation since 1979.
Data Recording of Every Flight
- All monitored functions are stored up to three times per second.
- Up to 1,500 most recent flights stored, downloaded via USB
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Product Overview
MVP-50T Main Screen

The MVP-50T can be customized to display 6 arcs or 3 arcs and 4 strips (as shown) or 8 strip gauges. The gauges can be set up to display any function in any order.
The annunciators can be customized to display in any order and in a multitude of colors.
System Screen

Flight Data Screens

Add Fuel
- Simplify fuel fill-ups by setting default full levels
- Adjust K Factor

Fuel Management
- Fuel Level Data displays fuel level in each of the tanks
- Fuel Flow Data is calibrated with the K Factor
- GPS syncing assists with fuel remaining until next waypoint
- Fuel reserve information assists the pilot with calculating critical fuel levels

Timers
- Features up, down, and flight timers with built-in alarm capability

Clock and Hour Meters
- Displays the current date, local time, zulu time, tach time, and engine hours

Weight and Balance
- Assists pilots with performing the weight and balance calculation for the aircraft

Checklists
- Create checklists for any procedure, such as takeoffs, landings, and emergencies
- Store up to 100 unique, programmable checklists

Data Logs
- Flight Log – Records the date, start time, flight number, and flight time for each flight
- Max Log – Records maximum values reached for a pre-set number of functions during the flight, storing up to 500 flights
- Min Log – Records the minimum values for a pre-set number of functions
- Start Log – Records each engine start, the date, flight number, minimum bus voltage, start time

Gen Info and Flight Notes
- Create and store up to 50 custom flight plans and 50 general information screens
- Each flight plan may include distances, fuel requirements, estimated flight times
- General information notes may include items to remember such as VFR weather minimums or general airport guidelines
Prices
MVP-50T Retail Prices
Included Hardware (if selected):
- MVP-50P Color Display Unit
- EDC Engine Data Converter
- N1 and N2 Pickup
- ITT Cable
- Torque Pressure Transducer
- Oil Pressure Transducer
- Oil Temperature Probe and Cable
- Fuel Pressure Transducer
- Fuel Flow Transducer
- OAT Probe and Cable
- Shunt (for AMPS)
- Volts Pickup
- 1,000+ Hrs Data Recording
- USB Upload/Download Memory Stick
- AL-1R and AL-1Y (External Cautionary and Warning Lights)
- Resistive Fuel Interface
Other Included Functions:
- Help Screen
- Weight and Balance Data
- Weight and Balance Graph
- GPS Interface and Data
- Fuel Efficiency
- Fuel Used for the Trip
- Fuel Used Since Fill Up
- Time to Empty
- Distance to Empty
- Fuel to Waypoint
- Time to Waypoint
- Distance to Waypoint
- Fuel Reserve
- Time Reserve
- Distance Reserve
- Up Timer
- Down Timer
- Flight Timer
- Tach Timer
- Engine Hours
- Date
- Local Time
- Zulu Time
- Voice Warnings (For Experimentals Only)
For MVP-50T Helicopter pricing, contact us by phone at (541) 318-6060 or by email at Support@iFlyEi.com
Description
Package
Retail Price

Specifications
MVP-50T Specifications
Dimensions
5.55″ W x 5.15″ H x 2.4″ D, Flush Mount
Weight
1.9 Pounds (Instrument Only)
Power Requirements
7.5 to 30 Volts
Typical: 0.2 amps @ 12 Volts, 0.1 amps @ 24 Volts
Display
Active Matrix, Sunlight Readable
Backlight
Fully Dimmable for Night Flights
USB Port
Data Download and Software Updates
Internal Storage
Up to 1,500 most recent flights stored. All monitored functions are stored up to three times per second. Recorded flight data can be easily downloaded via USB port.
Certifications
- FAA STC’d as Primary Replacement
- FAA TSO’d to DO-160G
- FAA DO-178 Level C
- Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Validated STC
- European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Validated STC
Layout
All MVP orders are laid out by Electronics International’s FAA DER

Engine Data Converter (EDC-33T) Specifications
Dimensions
5.85″ x 3.71″ x 2.35″ Deep
Weight
1 Pound
Power Requirements
7.5 to 30 Volts, Typical: 0.1 Amps
Certifications
FAA TSO’d to DO-160G and DO-178 Level C
Internal Storage
1 Volt Channel, 1 Amp Channel, 1 Fuel Flow Channel, 6 Pressure Channels, 17 Temp Channels, 4 Resistive Fuel Level Channels, 4 Capacitive Fuel Level Channels and 2 RPM Channels
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Testimonials
Customer Testimonials
This is the third EI instrument I am having installed in “Lillybelle .” I am impressed with the ease of operation, the affordability and the accuracy of each of these instruments. For years I trusted my life to 50+ year old gauges. Now I don’t have to. What a relief!
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I have several EI units in my aircraft and have been very pleased with their reliability over the years. The other great part, besides the unit themselves, is the support from you all. Thank you for your support over the years… I chose IE for your reputation for quality and pricing. I have been very pleased with my units. My graphic engine analyzer, fuel flow meter, volt/amp meter, RPM and now Manifold gauge.
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- Aircraft
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- Aircraft
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Safety and simplicity!
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- Aircraft
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