Looks Great, and intuitive to use. Packs a lot of information in a tight area, yet, I don’t need my glasses to read it!
- Customer
Bill M. from Connecticut
- Aircraft
American Champion Citabria 7KCAB
- EI Instrument
8am–4:30pm PST M–F
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Electronics International’s A-1 instrument provides pilots with the precision and stability needed in order to accurately monitor Outside Air Temperature or Carburetor Temperature while in-flight.
Not only will Electronics International’s A-1 display Outside Air Temp with a stable, one-degree (Fahrenheit) resolution, it also comes complete with an “Ice Zone” light that alerts the pilot when the Outside Air Temperature could possibly contribute to ice forming in the aircraft carburetor.
A Monitor is only as good as its probes. That’s why Electronics International (EI) has taken the development of its probes, connectors, and accessories very seriously. EI has been designing and manufacturing probes for over 30 years. All of our probes have been designed in-house by our engineering team. Our team has studied, tested, and designed temperature probes since the 1970′s. They have written research documents such as The Pilots Manual – Leaning and Diagnosing Engine Problems and Accurate CHT Measurements. Just as a Monitor is only as good as its probes, a probe is only as good as its connector. That’s why EI’s engineering team developed EI’s proprietary OLC-1 connector. The OLC-1 connector greatly increases reliability and reduces installation errors as compared to traditional type connectors. Whether you’re looking for a reliable and accurate CHT, EGT, TIT, or various other probe types, EI has what you need. With more than a half million probes sold and tested you can count on EI’s reliability.



A-1 Carb or OAT Instrument
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$428

Dimensions
2.5″ x 2.5″ x 3.65″ Deep, 2 1/4″ Flush Mount
Weight
7 oz. (Unit), 1.6 oz for a probe & 2 oz for a 6′ Cable
Power Requirements
7.5 to 30 Volts, 1/10 Amp
Ice Zone Warning
Light is lit when displayed temperature is between 10°F and 39°F.
Display
Viewable in direct sunlight, with dimmable 12 and 24-volt backlight control lines.
Intensity Control
Separate intensity control lines allow you to independently control Ice Warning Zone and Backlight intensity.
Probes
Type K Thermocouple, Ungrounded

Looks Great, and intuitive to use. Packs a lot of information in a tight area, yet, I don’t need my glasses to read it!
I was able to try out the CGR-30P in a flight school plane. I was very impressed with the ease of use, visual quality, and information provided on the main screen… I feel it will pay for itself in fuel savings, and extended engine time before overhaul.
[I chose EI because of its] reputation [and the] quality and appearance of the instrument.
The installation was straightforward and quite easy. Reliability and accuracy far exceed the original [aircraft’s] oil pressure/temperature systems. Also, the price was about a third of the cost to replace the gauge cluster.
Every person was willing to help me when I needed and the whole purchasing process was smooth. [And, E.I.] was recommended by my mechanic.
Always a pleasure to do business with EI. Products ship rapidly. I have been using your products for 20+ years.
The [unit] is easy to read and quick to respond. I have multiple EI units and have had good experiences with all.
EI tech support is the best.
While the installation is not quite done yet, I have seen the unit in my aircraft with the engine running and the monitor producing numbers. It looks very good and I cannot wait to go flying with it!
Electronics International is an exceptional company with exceptional products… Oregon company, great products and great people.
Just about to begin flying with the EI MVP-50P, so no in-flight feedback yet. But I did study the user manual, then sat in my plane going through the screens, menus, etc. It was very easy and intuitive to locate everything, so I’m confident that it will become second nature to do this in flight… Very happy with all interactions with EI.
Works Great! Getting used to menu the more I fly — Nice addition to airplane.