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http://dx.doi.org/10.6108/KSPE.2019.23.6.087

Investigation of Fuel Filter Contamination for Turboprop Engine  

Lee, Hyeongwon (Aerospace Technology Research Institute, Agency for Defense Development)
Jo, Hana (Aerospace Technology Research Institute, Agency for Defense Development)
Lee, Chungryeol (Aerospace Technology Research Institute, Agency for Defense Development)
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Journal of the Korean Society of Propulsion Engineers / v.23, no.6, 2019 , pp. 87-94 More about this Journal
Abstract
This paper contains the process of investigating the cause of fuel filter contamination of P&WC's PT6A-67A engine. An outline of the fuel filter contamination and configuration of the fuel supply line are specified. The analytical methods were classified into fuel component analysis and solid sediment analysis(EDX, TGA, optical microscope). In summary, the sulfur was detected from fuel tank sealant as a major contamination component. As a follow-up, P&WC and the Agency for Defense Development will conduct engine fuel filter cycle checks and fuel tank cleaning for engine operation.
Keywords
Turboprop Engine; Fuel Filter; Contamination;
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