Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet & EA-18G Growler

Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet & EA-18G Growler Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler Eaton’s Aerospace Group Product Capabilities

The multi-mission F/A-18E/F Eaton is a recognized leader in Eaton's Aeroquip® product line Eaton also provides Centurion™ “Super Hornet” is an the aerospace industry and is a supports the routing for the mechanical seals for the evolutionary upgrade from the key supplier of hydraulics, fuel, hydraulic system. They utilize a F414-GE-400 engine gearbox. combat-proven night strike conveyance and actuation 5000 psi fire zone rated hose, fighter F/A-18 C/D. It is nearly products. With this cutting with optimized thin wall silicone Eaton's shutoff valves, fuel flow 25% larger than the C/D, yet edge technology, Eaton fire sleeve, 5000 psi self-sealing sensors, precheck valves and more survivable with provides a broad array of end fittings, and 5000 psi external fuel tank pressurization improvements like reduced products on the F/A-18 E/F. Rynglok™ Tube Fitting products, and vent valves are utilzed in the radar and infrared cross connecting tube assemblies, and FA/18 E/F fuel system. sections made possible The F/A-18E/F aircraft design wing fold and landing gear through design features and incorporates two independent swivels. Eaton provides the main coatings, greater situational Type II Hydraulic Systems engine fuel line, the electronic awareness, and an advanced rated for “dual-pressure” 3000 cooling hose and coupling countermeasure suite. psi (20,600 kPa) and 5000 psi products, and high temperature Reduced vulnerability is (34,500 kPa). Each system is air applications utilizing V-band achieved through an active pressurized by a single variable couplings and flanges. dry-bay fire suppression delivery pump driven by the system, self-sealing fuel tanks, explosion suppression foam in engines through an aircraft The diversity of Eaton’s shipset the wing fuel tanks, and mounted accessory drive is representative of the hydraulic reservoir level (AMAD). These pumps company’s product range and sensing. normally provide 3000 psi capabilities. Each component pressure compensation to their has the common features of hydraulic circuits. meeting or exceeding industry The aircraft was designed as a requirement for leakage, high performance multi-role ® fighter/attack aircraft with Eaton's Vickers product line optimizing weight and pressure primary missions of fighter pumps can be transitioned from drop, while providing the escort and interdiction; 3000 psi to 5000 psi or from performance required to support secondary missions of air 5000 psi to 3000 psi via an the superior performing fighter/ defense, fighter escort, close electrical solenoid valve attack aircraft. air support, forward air commanded by the flight control, and reconnaissance. control computer (FCC). This Modern military fighters like the Specifics may vary depending unique “dual-pressure” pump F/A-18E/F have sophisticated on mission scenario, but the capability allows the flight environmental control systems F/A-18E/F range and control computer to match the (ECS) which support cabin air endurance was increased pump horsepower to the quality and pilot survivability. significantly over that of the aircraft’s control surface loading. Because such aircraft operate in F/A-18 C/D across the war The maximum flight control severe physical environments fighting spectrum. surface loads occur at high that are not survivable by aircraft speeds. unprotected pilots under ordinary The aircraft is powered by two conditions, these complex aircraft General Electric augmented Eaton also provides debris contain highly reliable and turbofan engines rated at monitoring chip detectors and complex ECS systems which 22,000 lb of thrust. A mid-span Prismalite® manual level gauges utilize Eaton's static seals, leading-edge sawtooth helps for the F414-GE-400 engine flanges and couplings at the maintain aileron effectiveness lube system. joints of the ducting system. and provides a high degree of These components are designed maneuverability for the The airframe-mounted to manage the conveyance of dogfighting role. Maximum accessory drive (AMAD) and high pressure, high temperature speed exceeds Mach 1.7. The the auxiliary power unit (APU) air under the most challenging F-18 was the first US fighter gearboxes also use Eaton's g forces. capable of supersonic speeds magnetic float switches for without the use of afterburners. remote oil level indication.

The F/A-18E/F is replacing the An electro/optical sensor, F-14 Tomcat, the A-6 Intruder, Levelmaster® is mounted in the the F/A-18 A/B, older F/A-18 fuel tank vent tube to detect the C/D’s, and the EA-18G will presence of fuel during in-air replace the EA-6B, and will refueling operation. operate from the nation’s aircraft carriers.

2 EATON Aerospace Group C5-26E April 2014 Boeing F/A-18E/F “Super Hornet” Strike Fighter Components/Systems

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Engine Solutions Hydraulic Systems Motion Control 1. Time Delay Restrictor Valve 19. Engine-Driven Pumps 29. Ram/Bleed Air Door Actuator 2. Solenoid Operated Selector Valve 20. Emergency Landing Gear Control 30. Landing Gear Swivel 3. Manually Override Check Valve 2 1. Emergency & Parking Brake Control 3 1. Missile Ejector Lock Actuator 4. Chip Detectors 5. Static Seals 22. Gun Drive System 32. Control Stick Feel/Trim Actuator 6. Engine Gearbox Carbon Seals 23. Dual Brake Valve 33. Ram Air Scoop Actuator 7. ECS Couplings 24. Hose Assemblies 34. Control Stick Ratio Actuator 8. ECS Heat & Defrost Control 25. 3900 Series Couplings 35. Wing Fold Control System 9. Rectangular V-Band Coupling 26. 145/155 Series Couplings 36. Canopy Drive 10. Flanges ® 3 7. Lateral Position Sensor Assembly 11. Hose Assemblies 2 7. Rynglok Tube Fittings 2 7. Wing Pylon Actuator 38. Feel/Trim Sensor Assembly

Fuel Systems Other 12. In-Flight Refueling Nozzle 39. Forward Cockpit Louvers 13. Fuel Presence Sensor 40 Aft Cockpit Louvers 14. Flow Regulator 15. Flexible Fuel Duct 16. Level Indicators, Fuel Flow Sensors 1 7. Float Switch 18. Switching Valve, Precheck Valve, Shutoff Valves

EATON Aerospace Group C5-26E April 2014 3 Engine-Driven Hydraulic Pump Gun Drive System Linear Actuator Linear Actuator

P/N 997706 P/N 570221 P/N 6037D0001-01 P/N 6036B0001-03

Hydraulic power for flight control Eaton's gun drive system Eaton's model 6037 missile Eaton's model 6036 feel/trim and utility systems is provided simultaneously rotates the ejector lock actuator locks and actuator moves the zero feel by two 78.9 gpm (295 L/min.), barrels for firing and feeds unlocks the AIM-7F ejector force position of the pilot’s 4480 rpm, variable displacement, ammunition to the gun through launchers hook linkage control stick in the pitch axis on pressure compensated inline a linkless feed system especially mechanism on the aircraft. the aircraft. The actuator is pumps. Eaton's hydraulic pump designed for cycling at the Internal limit switches control driven by an integral 28 VDC PV3-400-5B incorporates a Vulcan's high firing rate. The gun the extend and retract limits. motor. Two stages of gearing solenoid actuated, dual drive motor package powers the Signal switches within the transmits the motor torque to an pressure range compensator, gun at 3000 psi (20,600 kPa) actuator provide lock and unlock Acme screw assembly and allowing the flight control externally, operating indication. An observation spring cartridge assembly. computer to select either 3000 independently of gun chamber window provides indication of psi (20,600 kPa) or 5000 psi pressure to provide continuous, "safe" and "armed" modes. A (34,500 kPa) pressure operation positive rotation that is manual drive input allows the based on flight surface loading. uninterrupted by misfires. system to be cycled without electrical power.

Linear Actuator Switching Valve Flow Regulator Dual Brake Valves

P/N 6035A0001-03 P/N MC19710 P/N MC12656 P/N MC12362-5 and MC12364-3

Eaton’s Model 6035 ram air Eaton's switching valve provides Eaton's flow regulator provides a Eaton's dual brake valves scoop actuator controls the liquid autonomous switching of critical solenoid selected dual speed provide independent and cooling system ram air scoop on functions from one system to control of the gun drive system proportional brake control to the the aircraft. The actuator is the other in the event of a failure and maintains a constant flow right and left main landing gear operated by an electric motor in the primary hydraulic system. under varying hydraulic motor brakes under normal and driving a reduction gear train that Eaton's switching valve technology load conditions. The regulator emergency conditions. The dual converts the rotary drive of the also provides pre-flight and contin- operates at 3000 psi (20,600 brake valves are a hydraulic servo motor to a linear drive by an uous in-flight subsystem leak kPa) system pressure. The two design that provides a hydraulic Acme screw. Internal switches integrity testing. In-flight testing regulated flows provides two pressure output proportional to control travel limits and excessive assures that a secondary hydraulic different fire rate of the gun and the pilot's mechanical input force. loading by interrupting motor system is not switched into a is pilot selected by energizing a he brake valve provides normal power. Manual operation is leaking subsystem, preventing a 28 VDC solenoid. brake pressure, emergency brake possible if power is not available second system failure. The pressure and parking brake to the motor. switching valve is capable of pressure using 3000 psi (20,600 operation at either 3000 psi kPa) system pressure. (20,600 kPa) or 5000 psi (34,500 kPa) system pressure.

4 EATON Aerospace Group C5-26E April 2014 In-Flight Refuel Control Valve Time Delay Restrictor Valve Manual Override Check Valve Hydraulic System Swivels

P/N MC14432-2 P/N MC19098-1 and MC19099-1 P/N 53270-1 P/Ns AE70705G, AE70706G, AE70081G, AE70082G Eaton’s in-flight refuel control Eaton’s time delay valves are Eaton’s manual override check valve is a 3-position, 4-way used in the landing gear. They valve is used in the hydraulic The F/A-18E/F incorporates six design that is operated by a pair provide a sequencing function system. The valve can be different dual passage swivels of 28 VDC solenoid valves. The between the doors and the manually opened using a 90° in the main landing gear system solenoid valves shift the main gear. These valves provide a rotary input command. and wing fold system. The spool and sleeve valve to either 0.1 second delay before swivels are used to provide extend or retract the IFR Probe. switching from the restricted rotational flexibility during The probe position is dependent to free flow. extension and retraction of the on which solenoid is energized. gears and folding of the wings The manifold has a separate for aircraft stowage on board pilot operated emergency spool aircraft carriers. The complex and sleeve valve that allows the swivels are made to withstand probe to extend regardless of the demanding corrosive the position of the main spool environment found on and sleeve. sea-based applications, of which two are qualified for 5,000 psig (34,500 kPa).

Rynglok Tube Fittings Louvers Flexible Fuel Duct Rectangular V-Band Coupling

P/Ns (contact rep for complete P/Ns (contact rep for complete P/Ns NH1009052-10, NH1009052- listing) listing) The F/A-18E/F fuel inlet duct is a 20, ST7M464-1 2 inch diameter aluminum tube The primary tube fittings for the Eaton manufactures more than a assembly that allows for three Eaton's sheet metal V -band F/A-18E/F Strike Fighter are the dozen different louver degrees of movement. It couplings and flanges connect 5000 psi (34,500 kPa) OEM-style, assemblies for the F/A-18 E/F employs a pressure balance slip and seal all types of tubing, titanium Rynglok Tube fittings. aircraft. They are arranged in all tube to prevent end loads due to piping, ducts and containers. On low pressure fluid delivery possible vacant cavities of the fluid system pressure. This They meet functional require- tubing, such as fuel and coolant cockpit to provide heat and air movement allows for engine ments with optimized weight lines, the Super Hornet also conditioning to the front and removal, thermal growth, in-flight designs. The sheet metal V-band uses the lightweight, aluminum back seat. flexure, installation tolerances, supplied on the F/A-18E/F, version Rynglok fittings. These and engine displacement should shown as the rectangular clamp, axial swage fittings provide a an engine mount fail. The duct is demonstrates the design flexi- permanent, reliable link to join rated for all fuel system bility of this product while fluid delivery tubing while pressures and temperature meeting stringent performance minimizing system weight. ranges of -65°F to 265°F (-53°C requirements for the application. Fittings include permanent and to 129°C). It connects to the ArcSeal® separable connections mating airframe flapper value in straight, elbow, and tee connector. configurations.

EATON Aerospace Group C5-26E April 2014 5 145/155 Series Ground Service 3900 Series Couplings Float Switch Sampling Valve Quick Disconnect Couplings P/Ns AE89799K, AE89800K P/N A4473 P/N A4283, A4350 P/N AE82134R

The F/A-18E/F radar cooling Eaton’s float switch provides Eaton's sampling valve facilitates Eaton's Aeroquip 145/155 series system incorporates Eaton's remote indication of low oil levels the remote leak-free extracting of couplings have been the industry 3900 series coupling, which is a in the F/A-18’s Auxiliary Power oil samples for off-site analysis. standard for hydraulic ground one-hand operation self-sealing Unit (APU). service applications for over 50 quick-disconnect coupling used years. The F/A-18E/F utilizes the extensively where low pressure most current design improve- drops are required. The 3900 ments, which include soft seal series coupling eliminates for leak free connection as well spillage, leakage, or spraying as disconnection and blunt start during connection by employing threads to prevent cross a unique mechanical pull-home threading during connection. valving that makes it one, if not the best, coupling on the market.

Chip Detector Sight Gauge Full-Flow Screen Housing Float Switch

P/Ns A4300, A4757, 1B6681 P/N S247-3 P/N 1D6751 P/N A4473, *2E231

Eaton’s chip detector is a sensor Eaton’s sight gauge provides a Eaton’s ull-flow screen housing Eaton's float switch is a remote that detects ferrous wear visual indication of oil level in the is a self-closing valve and screen indicator of oil level in the particles in the F/A-18 engine F/A-18’s APU. that allows the chip detector to AMAD. lube oil system. monitor the complete oil flow.

6 EATON Aerospace Group C5-26E April 2014 Chip Detectors with Prismalite Sight Gauge Prismalite Sight Gauge Electro/Optical Level Sensor Self-Closing Valves P/N S396 P/N S247-3, S266 P/N 2F1458-1 P/Ns A4301, A4297, A4299 Eaton's Prismalite sight gauge Eaton's Prismalite Sight Gauge Eaton's electro/optical level Eaton’s chip detectors for the provides visual indication of oil provides visual indication of sensor detects the presence of F/A-18 are continuity-type level in the Airframe Mounted fluid level in the F/A-18 engine fuel in the aircraft’s tank vent detectors that monitor the Accessory Drive (AMAD) gearbox. lube tank. tube to avoid overfill. aircraft's scavenge pumps for wear particles.

The Eaton family of product line names reflects a proud heritage of quality and innovation that has grown over the years through acquisition of a number of highly respected aerospace companies. Eaton still uses many of those companies’ names today, a reflection of their proud legacy of quality and customer satisfaction.

Product Line or Series/Product Name Product Descriptions Cage Codes AeroCheck® Hydraulic Check Valves 8W928 Aeroquip® Hose Fittings, V-Band Couplings 00624 Ducting, Hoses U2569 Fuel Ducts, Flex Joints, Swivel Joints FA9C4 Rynglok® Tube Fitting Systems C2178 ArcSeal™ Dynamic Beam Separable Fittings 00624 Argo-Tech™ Engine Fuel Pumps 59875 Repair Station OCMF7 Fuel Systems, Pumps, Valves 86090 C-Seal™ Static Seals 15284 Carter® Aircraft Ground Fueling Equipment 0DT23 Centurion™ Mechanical Seals and Sealing Components 77842 Eaton Actuators, Bellows, Seals F0562 Fuel Systems, Pumps, Valves K2523, U1918, U9084 Pressure Switches, Transducers 02750 Rotary/Linear Actuators 17472, 99145, 09790, 72121 Pneumatic Ducting, Rigid and Flexible 15284 Pneumatic Joints Flex-Form™ Brush Seals 77842 Flex-Ring™ Brush Seals 77842 Microplex™ E-Seal™ Semi-Static Seals 15284 QDM® Quanitative Debris Monitoring System 97484 Radial C-Seal™ Semi-Static Seals 15284 U-Plex™ Rynglok® Tube Fitting Systems 00624 Sterer® Hydraulic Motors, Actuators, Control 99643, 76050, Valves 09790, 52906 Sure-Mate® Quick Disconnect Couplings 00624 Tedeco® Chip Collectors 97484 Twist-Flex® Semi-Static Radial Type Seals 15284 Ultra-Mate® Self-Sealing, Self-Locking Fluid Couplings 00624 U-Plex ™ Semi-Static Seals 15284 Vickers® Hydraulic Pumps, Electric Motorpumps, 62983, 90166, Hydraulic Motors, Power Transfer Units K4413 Zapper® Debris Monitor 97484

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