Hi Tim
Sorry to tell you been there done that dosn't work(seemed a good idea at the
time). Sensor must pick up radiated heat from under cowls Thinking of
moving it to under wheel tunnel or behind D panel. Somewhere near an
opening, maybe flap torque tube.
Best wishes
Chris Washington (G-CHUG)
----- Original Message -----
From: Tim Ward <ward.t@xtra.co.nz>
Subject: Re: OAT gauge sensor
> David,
> I am installing my OAT in the Cold air plenum chamber for the Carbs. I
centered my NACA
> flush inlet on the top cowling and have placed the OAT on the starboard
wall of the
> chamber itself away from most of the ram effect of the NACA inlet.
> Not flying yet so can not tell you how accurate it is.
> Cheers,
> Tim
>
> "David.Corbett" wrote:
>
> > 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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