Alt Static Air Source Options

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Had leaks on my previously leak free static system last week. Finally tracked it down to the air switch I put on the panel. It came from Mcmaster, which generally is mid range quality. Seems the orings shrunk over the last few years. Am a bit hesitant to just replace it, but have a 1/2" hole in my panel for it. Any suggestions for a better quality switch or ideas for a better solution? On my 6, I just used a TEE and a cap, but was easy to hide it from view. On the 10, none of the tubing is exposed to the pilot. I was considering a bulkhead fitting with a cap, but is kind of ugly.

Appreciate any ideas

 

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Had leaks on my previously leak free static system last week. Finally tracked it down to the air switch I put on the panel. It came from Mcmaster, which generally is mid range quality. Seems the orings shrunk over the last few years. Am a bit hesitant to just replace it, but have a 1/2" hole in my panel for it. Any suggestions for a better quality switch or ideas for a better solution? On my 6, I just used a TEE and a cap, but was easy to hide it from view. On the 10, none of the tubing is exposed to the pilot. I was considering a bulkhead fitting with a cap, but is kind of ugly.

Appreciate any ideas

Pitot Static Toggle Valve - Steinair Inc.

Pneumatic toggle actuated valve for alternate static air source. You will also need our P-515 fitting to connect to 1/4″ tubing.

www.steinair.com

 

[lr172]

Pitot Static Toggle Valve - Steinair Inc.

Pneumatic toggle actuated valve for alternate static air source. You will also need our P-515 fitting to connect to 1/4″ tubing.

www.steinair.com

Thanks. That looks identical to the one that just failed. Looks like the sam mfr stamping.