Mobile DC
Portable 28.5V DC Ground Power Unit (100A–500A)
- Output: 28.5V DC Constant
- Peak Starting: Up to 2000A Surge
- Cooling: Forced Air / Sealed
- Compliance: ISO 6858 / EN 1915
Factory Direct Engineering
Aviation Ground Power Units & Solid-State Conversion Systems
Explore our industrial-grade GPUs engineered in our ISO 9001 certified plant. Designed for rugged apron duty cycles, hangars, and flight line operations serving commercial and defense aviation.
High Capacity 400Hz
930kVA 3-Phase 400Hz Static Aircraft GPU
- Output: 200V / 115V AC, 400Hz
- Topology: Solid-State IGBT Inverter
- Efficiency: ≥94% at Full Load
- Standard: SAE ARP5015 Built
Apron Centralized
630kVA 400Hz Heavy-Duty Aviation GSE Station
- Output: 115–450V AC Regulated
- Harmonic Distortion: THD < 2.5%
- Duty Cycle: Continuous 24/7
- Remote: Modbus / RS485 Comm
Solid-State
40–500kVA Solid-State Static Frequency Converter
- Input: 50Hz / 60Hz 3-Phase
- Output: 400Hz Sinusoidal
- Enclosure: IP54 / IP55 Apron Safe
- Protection: Overload, Short, Surge
Turboprop / Heli
Triple Output 28.5V DC Ground Power System
- Configuration: Multi-Channel Independent
- Output: 28.5V (100A to 600A)
- Ripple: < 0.5% Ultra-Clean
- Use: Jet & Turboprop GSE
Hangar Compact
Single-Phase 220V to 28.5V DC Compact GPU
- Power Capacity: 5.7 kW / 200A Continuous
- Starting Surge: 1200A for 2 Seconds
- Portability: Heavy-Duty Casters / Tow
- Application: Light Turboprop, Heli
Avionics Bench
115V 400Hz Lab Converter (15kVA–300kVA)
- Output Purity: Pure Sine Wave < 2% THD
- Regulation: ±0.5% Voltage Stability
- Interface: Digital Touchscreen / SCPI
- Target: Avionics Calibration & R&D
Hangar Fixed
45kVA Point-of-Use 400Hz Static Inverter
- Input Grid: 3-Phase 400V 50Hz (CE)
- Output: 1-Phase / 3-Phase Configurable
- Design: Wall-Mount / Under-Bridge
- Protection: Galvanic Isolation Transformer
Technical Whitepaper
Decarbonization, Total Cost of Ownership, and Grid Compatibility in Lyon's Aviation Hub
As the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes aerospace corridor undergoes rapid modernization under France's national ecological transition framework, ground operations at airports such as Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and Lyon-Bron (LYN) face stringent environmental imperatives. This section examines the transition from diesel-powered Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) and rotary motor-generator sets to advanced solid-state frequency conversion systems.
400Hz Harmonic Stability
Modern avionics architectures in Airbus A320neo, A350, and Dassault Falcon aircraft demand power conforming strictly to MIL-STD-704F and ISO 6858. Our IGBT-based PWM switching topology guarantees less than 2.5% total harmonic distortion (THD), eliminating transient voltage spikes that risk damage to sensitive flight deck computers.
Clean 28.5V DC Engine Starts
For regional turboprops (ATR 42/72) and civil helicopters operating across the Alps, starting turbine engines demands instantaneous inrush currents without voltage drop. Our 28.5V DC GPUs utilize high-overload active rectifiers capable of delivering up to 2400A peak engine-starting surges while clamping output ripple under 0.5%.
Eco-Aviation Compliance
Aligning with the European Green Deal and the ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) Level 4+ targets embraced by Vinci Airports at Lyon, electrifying ground power directly slashes fuel burn. Replacing ground running of aircraft APUs with static GPUs reduces ground-level NOx emissions by 97% and operating costs by up to 82% per turn.
| Performance Indicator | Fenvix Solid-State GPU (IGBT) | Legacy Rotary Motor-Generator | Diesel Engine APU Ground Run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Efficiency | 94% – 96% | 76% – 82% | 22% – 28% (Fuel Burn) |
| Voltage & Frequency Drift | < ±0.5% Dynamic | ±2.5% Mechanical Drift | Variable load sensitive |
| Acoustic Noise at Apron (1m) | < 65 dBA (Quiet) | > 85 dBA | > 105 dBA (Turbine whine) |
| Maintenance Interval (MTBF) | > 50,000 Hours (Static) | 3,000 Hours (Bearings/Brushes) | 250 Hours (Oil/Filter/Injector) |
| CE & French Grid Standard | NF C 15-100 & CE Compliant | Requires Power Factor Correction | Non-Grid / Emits CO₂ & PM2.5 |
Operational Context
Localized Application Scenarios in Lyon & the Rhône-Alpes Basin
Ground support operations in eastern France require equipment that withstands distinct microclimates—from freezing Alpine winter inversions to intense Mediterranean-continental summers—while maintaining zero unplanned downtime.
Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) Commercial Operations
At Lyon's premier international hub, high turn frequencies require rugged centralized 400Hz frequency converters mounted directly to passenger boarding bridges (PBB) or parked at remote apron stands. Our units feature tropicalized and winterized conformal coatings, operating seamlessly between -30°C and +50°C without thermal tripping during peak commercial turnarounds.
Lyon-Bron (LYN) Business & Corporate Aviation
Handling Europe's top business jets, light turboprops, and private helicopters, Lyon-Bron demands ultra-clean, silent 28.5V DC and compact 115V 400Hz equipment. Our mobile units operate silently in private hangars and Executive VIP ramps, avoiding disturbance while guaranteeing pristine transient-free power for glass cockpits and sophisticated cabin management systems.
Rhône-Alpes Aerospace Defense & MRO Clusters
In aerospace manufacturing, radar calibration facilities, and maintenance depots situated across Greater Lyon, Saint-Étienne, and Grenoble, precision testing requires non-standard power profiles. Fenvix provides programmable 400Hz and adjustable DC rectifiers equipped with Modbus/RS485 integration for automated avionics burn-in benches and continuous endurance testing.
Factory Integration & Manufacturing Authority
Main Production Line
Assembly Workshop
Cabinet Staging & Load Testing
Harmonic & Waveform Analysis
In-House Metal Enclosure Fabrication
TÜV Rheinland On-Site Audited
Engineering Rigor: How Fenvix Builds Custom Aviation Power
As a vertically integrated original equipment manufacturer based in Guangdong, China, Guangdong Fenvix Technology Co., Ltd. controls every facet of design and fabrication. Unlike trading intermediaries, our electrical engineers design transformer magnetics, program control algorithms, fabricate sheet metal cabinets, and machine pure copper busbars in-house.
Every Ground Power Unit and solid-state frequency converter undergoes exhaustive factory testing prior to crating: incoming material verification, continuous 72-hour full-load burn-in under dynamic inductive loads, dielectric withstand verification, and thermal imaging calibration using high-precision digital oscilloscopes.
Main Production Line
Assembly Workshop
Cabinet Staging & Load Testing
Harmonic & Waveform Analysis
In-House Metal Enclosure Fabrication
TÜV Rheinland On-Site Audited
Procurement Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions by Ground Handlers & Engineers in Lyon
Direct answers addressing French grid standards, customs clearance, electrical tolerances, and overseas warranty delivery.
How do Fenvix 400Hz frequency converters interface with the French 400V 50Hz grid?
Our units are engineered strictly compliant with standard European grid parameters: 3-phase 380V/400V/415V AC ±10% at 50Hz, conforming to NF C 15-100 wiring codes. The internal rectifier section features active power factor correction (PFC > 0.98), preventing harmonic pollution back into airport substation ring circuits.
Are your Aircraft GPUs compliant with European CE and airport safety regulations?
Yes. Our products carry CE declarations of conformity encompassing the Low Voltage Directive (LVD 2014/35/EU) and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC 2014/30/EU). The aviation outputs comply with ISO 6858, SAE ARP5015, and MIL-STD-704F standards required across civil aviation aprons and French defense facilities.
Can we customize output drop compensation for long cable runs to boarding bridges?
Yes. Ground power units feeding bridge-mounted aircraft receptacles often experience voltage drops across 30 to 50-meter cable runs. Fenvix integrates automatic line-drop voltage compensation (ALDC) up to 10% of rated voltage, continuously measuring and adjusting output at the aircraft connector plug to guarantee 115/200V under full load.
What are the logistics, shipping times, and Incoterms for delivery to Lyon?
We regularly fulfill orders to France under DDP (Delivered Duty Paid to Lyon facilities), CIF (Fos-sur-Mer / Marseille / Le Havre), or DAP terms. Air freight takes 5–8 days for urgent spares or compact units, while multimodal sea-rail freight to Lyon logistics terminals typically takes 28–35 days in export-grade seaworthy wooden crating.
How does Fenvix manage after-sales maintenance, warranty, and field support in France?
Every system is covered by a standard comprehensive factory warranty with modular board-level replacement. Our units feature modular slide-out IGBT blocks that on-site technicians can hot-swap in under 20 minutes. We support engineering teams via direct English-speaking video diagnostics, detailed schematics, and rapid air-shipped spare components.
Is there a Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for non-standard military or research specs?
We maintain an absolute 0 MOQ policy. Whether you need a single customized 28.5V DC prototype for a specialized flight test program at an aviation institute or a fleet of 20 apron units for a ground handling operator at Lyon-Saint Exupéry, we deliver custom CAD drawings, electrical schematics, and individual test reports.
Upgrade Your Aviation Ground Power Infrastructure
Consult with our power engineers today for customized 400Hz converters and 28.5V DC GPUs delivered directly to Lyon.