Bohemia, New York (September 2011) Data Device Corporation (DDC) has been selected by Thales UK to supply 16-Channel Programmable Solid-State Power Controllers (SSPC) for the UK Ministry of Defence’s new Foxhound Light Protected Patrol Vehicle (LPPV). The SSPCs are a key element of the electrical and electronic architecture that Thales is providing to LPPV prime contractor, Force Protection Europe.
DDC was selected based upon the proven in-service performance of their SSPC technology, combined with the power distribution module’s advanced programmability and multichannel capabilities, along with its vital role in supporting General Vehicle Architecture (GVA) conformance.
Benefits of the RP-20161XXFC1 Power Distribution Module include:
• Replaces Conventional Circuit Breakers, Switches, and Relays
o Increases System Reliability
o Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) Savings
o Network-Enabled Load Control
• Battle Proven Technology
o More than 500,000 DDC SSPC Nodes Installed on Military Vehicles since 1988
• Programmability and Flexibility
o Enables Load Prioritization and Automated Load Shedding
• Vehicle Health and Diagnostics
o Current/Voltage/Temperature Feedback Allows Advanced Power Quality Management
“DDC is proud to have achieved the high standards required by Thales for its ground vehicles programs. DDC’s Solid-State Power Controllers are a perfect choice for mission critical programs, having proven themselves in military applications and harsh environments worldwide”, stated Steve Rood Goldman, DDC’s Marketing Manager.
Data Device Corporation (DDC) is the world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability data bus, motion control, and solid-state power controller products for aerospace, defense, and industrial automation applications. For more than 45 years, DDC has continuously advanced the state of high-reliability data communications and control technology for MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Synchro/Resolver interface, and Solid-State Power Controllers with innovations that have minimized component size and weight while increasing performance. DDC offers a broad product line of advanced data bus technology for Fibre Channel networks; MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 Data Networking cards, components, and software; Synchro/Resolver interface components; and Solid-State Power Controllers and Motor Drives. DDC headquarters along with our design and manufacturing operations are located in Bohemia, NY. For more information, visit www.ddc-web.com.