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Hartzell Sky-Tec TCM Starter
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Overview
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The first of its starter motors is a new FAA-PMA approved design eligible on TCM engines. The PowerFlite series of aviation engine starters represents a new state-of-the-art energy efficient design providing reduced current draw and long life. The PowerFlite starter mounts directly to existing TCM engines and is available in both 12 and 24 volt configurations. Starter part numbers PL13459 (12v) and PL13484 (24v) are eligible on TCM engine models O-300-D, GO-300-D, IO-346, IO-360, L/TSIO-360, O-470, IO-470, TSIO-470, IO-520, TSIO-520, GTSIO-520, IO-550, TSIO-550 and TSIOL-550. |
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WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
Features
- 20% less current draw than competitive starters
- Aerospace quality brushes for longer life
- New field wound electric motor design with optimized magnetics
- Ball bearing design resulting in low internal friction and heat
- No internal clutches or planetary gears
- 36 month or 1000 hour warranty
Core Return Policy
Any unit being returned for core or warranty core credit shall be, as removed from the engine, complete and not disassembled. No core or warranty core credit will be allowed for automotive units. Units that are rusty or cannot be overhauled for any reason will be classified as scrap, having no value. Units which have been weld repaired, as well as units which have been disassembled and then reassembled with old parts, will also be classified as scrap, having no value. A percentage of the core value will be charged for all missing or damaged parts. At no time will the damaged or missing parts charge on any unit exceed the core value of that unit.
1. Core will only be accepted for credit 12 months from date of invoice.
2. Cores returned in excess of cores invoiced will not be accepted.
3. Cores must be of like purchase, a directly superseded unit or replaced unit when installing an STC'd product.
4. Competitive product cores are acceptable returns.
5. Cores must have a legible data tag for part and serial number verification.Note: Customer will need to provide core for overhaul in the event our supplier does not have cores available to overhaul.
Reviews
Yep, can just about taxi on this alone!
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Powerflite PL13459 Starter 12V
Bonanza M35. Typically nose heavy, but I dont care about the additional three pounds in the nose... this starter is fantastic. It will spin my IO-470C at nearly 400 rpm... fast starts even when hot. Totally changed my startup procedure to prime, but not even open the throttle until the engine is at max rpm, then add fuel for an immediate start without overspeeding. Great addition to my Bonanza!
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Powerflite PL13459 Starter 12V
We upgraded to the PowerFlite starter when the starter for our Columbia 400, Continental IO-550C failed. The plane did not like hot or cold starts, but now it starts better than every far. I only wish we had this starter before the starter adapter failed several months ago. I think the PowerFlite starter may have prevented the starter adapter failure. Anyway it was well worth the increased cost, and it was very easy to install.
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PL13484 Powerflite Starter 24V
Wow! These new starters crank the engines so fast I have to hold the brakes to keep the airplane from taking off. Amazing!
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PL13484 Powerflite Starter 24V
What a difference! Maybe 20% faster cranking speed, exact fit replacement (since it is installed in a Beech Debonair, did not want to subtract nose weight so this heavier starter option worked well for me.
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Powerflite PL13459 Starter 12V
OMG! What a difference! Had a flyweight starter on my Io346a. It had locked up 6 years ago and had to be repaired. Seemed prop was turning slow. Put this starter on and not only does it spin much faster but it is much quieter too! Cold and hot starts are no problem now. Yeah!!
Replaced Sky-Tec C24-ST5 with Sky-Tec/Hartzell (formerly PowerFlite) PL13484 starter on my Bonanza V35B with IO550B. The the difference is amazing in speed of prop turning and ease of engine start.
I have a Cirrus SR22T that bought in Florida 2018. It came with the standard Skytech starter that would barely turn the engine over when it was hot, forget actually starting it. I talked with Fixed Wing Aviation about it after they finished the pre buy, they convinced me the Tempest (now Hartzell) starter would solve the problem. Night and day difference starting the engine when its hot. It spins over so fast you could almost taxis on it.!!! No more flywheel damage either. You wont be disappointed.
My mechanic replaced my stock Skytec ST5 starter with this PowerFlite starter in my Cirrus SR22 in 10/2019 and I highly recommend the upgrade. The PowerFlite has a 5 year warranty and most importantly, hot starts are much easier. Previously, the PowerFlite was branded a Tempest starter but it looks like Hartzell is continuing the PowerFlite - heres the explanation from Tempest: This is John Herman from Tempest. Let me explain the starter mystery. Our PowerFlite starter was the design and manufacture of a third party, Aerospace Components in Lakeview, MI. For ten years we sold and branded their starter as a Tempest PowerFlite. Unfortunately, I was informed in November, after the fact, that Aerospace Components sold out to Hartzell Engine Technologies.
Smooth transaction- on time delivery- great product!
Q&A
Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.
The starter alone weighs 14.15 lbs. Dimensions are approximately 7" x 6" x 5.5".
Hartzell has recently purchased Powerflight and have rebranded them as Skytec.
Yes, last year Hartzell instituted core exchange charges on new, outright starters. Whatever is being replaced on the aircraft is what should be sent back in as a core.
No, this does not come with a starter solenoid.
