Goodrich Introduce New technology for DC Starter Motor Brushes for Helicopters

Goodrich Corporation has introduced a new technology for helicopter DC starter-generator brushes. Dubbed "Diamond Range(TM)" it is a long-life, DC starter-generator brush for use on board a wide range of helicopters.

According to John Lawlor, Aftermarket Development Manager for Goodrich's power systems products, "We are excited by the longer service life implications of our new Diamond Range(TM) brushes. Through the use of proprietary materials, our product now has the potential to extend the time between overhaul of a helicopter's starter-generator to allow a 1000 hour 'no- touch' in service life to be guaranteed. Furthermore, the extended operating life of these brushes can reduce operating cost-per-flight-hour and reduce downtime for generator removal and installation. The new Goodrich brushes are fully OEM approved and tested under all altitude and power rating conditions to give operators confidence that the brushes will perform to the limit while protecting vulnerable generator components, such as commutators, from damage."