BC-5 Bus Converter

BC-5 Bus Converter

Communication Between Busses

  • ARINC 429, CAN, RS422, RS232, Bluetooth

Precise, Stable & Accurate

  • FAA TSO’d to DO-160G & DO-178 Level C,Conforms to TSO C-43c, C44c, C45b, 47a, 49b

Accurate, Dependable & Easy To Use

  • Electronics International consistently has been a leader in Digital Engine Instrumentation since 1979.

EI’s BC-5 Bus Converter Instrument provides an elegant solution to the challenge of trying to interface several new and legacy data protocols, various data transmitting components, and co-existing displays. The BC-5 can translate, calculate, process, and record data, and also provides some optional external control lines.

Product Overview

BC-5 Overview

Translate

The BC-5 Bus Converter Instrument is capable of accepting and translating input from several different communication protocols, including CAN, ARINC, Bluetooth, RS-232 and RS-422. It doesn’t matter if the data is sent from an Air Data Computer, Engine Data Converter, FADEC or another device, the BC-5 can accept data from multiple sources.

Calculate

The BC-5 isn’t just a passive receiver of data. It can perform calculations on data received, and make decisions based on complex comparisons and situations.

Process

After the BC-5 receives data and performs all necessary comparisons and calculations, the data is output in any specified format. The processed data can be sent to many different platforms. Some customers use the BC-5 to accept data from several inputs to display data on our MVP-50, others have used the BC-5 to drive existing OEM systems, and yet other customers have used the BC-5 to be a translator for both types of systems.

Record

EI’s MVP and CGR systems include onboard data record, but some clients want to use the BC-5 as an oboard data recorder. Certain configurations of the BC-5 allow for thousands of hours of data to be recorded.

Control

The BC-5 has the capability of driving control lines High or Low, based on defined criteria. If a parameter slips past a redline, if a timer reaches its limit, if a differential is exceeded between compared functions, or any other set of conditions is met based on processed data, the BC-5 can be configured to turn on or off external control lines.

Example Applications

The BC-5 can interface with many different system, including EI products, custom and OEM systems. If you need data monitored, manipulated, displayed or recorded, chances are good the BC-5 is the answer to your needs.

Contact Us

Bring Us Your Project

For more information on how the BC-5 can help you, contact us by phone at (541) 318-6060 or by email at Support@iFlyEi.com.

Prices

Specifications

Specifications

Dimensions

3.8″ L x 2.6″ W x 1.57″ H

Weight

0.66 Lb

Power Requirements

7.0 to 40 Volts
Typical: 0.1 amps @ 12 Volts

Certifications

FAA TSO’d to DO-160G & DO-178
Level C, Conforms to TSO C-43c, C44c, C45b, 47a, 49b

Communication Ports

  • ARINC 429
  • CAN
  • RS 232
  • RS 422
  • Bluetooth
  • Discrete I/O
BC-5 Bus Converter Instrument Front Facing

Videos

Product Videos

Documents

Documents & Manuals

Testimonials

Customer Testimonials

Gauge works great! Very happy with purchase.

Aryan M. from California
American Champion 8KCAB

A clear capable replacement for a cluster gauge. Vivid colors used which make it easy to see engine status at a glance.

Adam S. from New Zealand
Cessna 172N Skyhawk

The display is large and clear. The functions are simple and easy to use. Great purchase decision.

Stephen J. From Texas
Beechcraft Bonanza K35

Your company shares a good reputation!

Richard C.V.N. From Maryland
Cessna 172C

The CGR-30P is a fantastic product and EI has excellent customer service. EI is the leader in engine monitors with a strong track record.

William G. from New York
Cessna 182Q Skylane

The OPT-1 is more readable than the factory Cessna oil pressure/temp gauges.

Daniel N. From California
Cessna 175 Skylark

Very easy to install and directions were straight-forward.

Paul H. from Oklahoma
Piper PA-28-151 Cherokee Warrior

[I chose the CGR-30P because of its] ease of use.

Chris M. from Pennsylvania
Piper PA-28 Cherokee

Easy install and great gauges. Previous experience showed that EI’s units were… great prices and even better instruments. Being able to install the gauge as a primary instrument was a major plus.

Logan from Montana
Cessna 172B

Nice product and good product support!

Kenneth G. from Michigan
Grumman American AA-5B Tiger

Have had EI instruments in my past plane and current plane and they always performed flawlessly.

Gary M. from California
Cessna 182Q Skylane

Customer service always quick and easy. [I chose E.I. because of] price and being recommended by friends.

Kenneth C. from Florida
Piper PA-32-260 Cherokee Six E
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