In an exercise in creative thinking, if the OAT is a thermocouple, then
positioning it someplace in the fuselage in contact with a piece of metal
exposed to the elements on the outside, will result in an accurate, albiet slow
response, reading.
The tailplane torque tube comes to mind. No evaporative cooling from getting
wet, not exposed to the elements, no drag - but a long way to run the wires.
As I said, just being creative.
Cleve Lee
A198 MonoXS, Jabiru 3300
>
> David and All,
>
> Is there a particular type of OAT gauge and probe that is recommended for
> our type use? If so Please may I have suggestions. I had thought of buying
> another probe similar to the one that comes with the Skydrive Carb Heat kit
> for recording the carb temp. This, perhaps, could be linked to the same
> gauge in the panel with a change over switch so as to save panel space. One
> could then flick between OAT and carb temp. Most grateful for any comments
> on this suggestion please?
>
> Very best wishes for a Happy New Year to you all,
>
> William
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "David.Corbett" <David.Corbett@fwi.co.uk>
> Subject: OAT gauge sensor
>
>
> Does anyone have a view about the most appropriate location for an OAT gauge
> sensor?
>
> There is a need to avoid - engine bay heat; exhaust heat; and wind chill.
>
> Many thanks, and a Happy New Year with lots of good flying to you all.
>
> David
>
> G-BZAM, UK 265
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