Pedal Damper Friction Units for FbW Systems Contact Us

LORD has delivered over two thousand Pedal Damper Friction Units (PDFU) for use in FbW flight control systems, each with a MTBF of 416,000 FH. Also, all electrical components used are mature components - logging flying hours for more than 20 years. All of this adds up to us having invaluable experience on mechanical fuse design and field data of the use of such designs.

LORD has the technology, experience and capability to provide a more optimized unit in terms of system weight, cost, aircraft integration, pilot acceptance, reliability and maintainability. LORD actuators are designed for safety with the inclusion of over torque limitation, dual load paths and redundant sensors - all according to application requirements.

We are accustomed to working with both aircraft and system manufacturers in a collaborative environment. When coupled with our extensive and capable on-site test facility, LORD is able to support all fly-by-wire systems requirements, from development to certification, within the program schedule.

LORD is both an OEM and MRO solution provider - if you are owner or operator, please visit our MRO Services page.

Turnkey Solutions for Pedal Dampers and Controls

Our PDFU is available in a standard mechanical interface with design flexibility around force feel value, stroke, etc (all up to pilots' acceptance). LORD also has defined all design rules and test capabilities to demonstrate compliance to any force law, enabling a turnkey solution. Please visit our Electric Pedal Control Units to learn about the integrated fly-by-wire pedal units we provide.

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Pedal Damper Friction Units - Specifications

Standard Specifications

• Weight: 1.95 Kg
• Functional Stroke: +/- 39°
• No-contact Friction Torque: 4-5 Nm
• Load to Break the Mechanical Fuse: 200-250 Nm