Edo-Aire Mitchell Radio Coupler 1C388 | Navigation Interface | Core Unit

Product Description

The Edo-Aire Mitchell 1C388 is a radio coupler unit designed for integration into aircraft autopilot and navigation systems. Manufactured in Mineral Wells, Texas, this compact component interfaces with directional gyros and converters to facilitate automatic course tracking and intercept logic.

Often found in legacy autopilot installations, the 1C388 provides outputs for Radio Gain, Left Intercept, and Right Intercept, enhancing navigational precision by allowing the autopilot system to follow radio navigation sources such as VOR signals.

🔧 Key Specifications:

• Model: 1C388

• P/N: 1C388

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  S/N: P-16717G

• Weight: 3.5 lbs
  

• Function: Radio Coupler (Autopilot/Navigation Interface)
  

• Voltage: 14V or 28V systems (verify per unit label)
  

• Connection Terminals: Radio Gain, Left Intercept, Right Intercept
  
  

Product Compatibility:

• Aircraft using Edo-Aire / Mitchell navigation systems
  

• Typically found in older general aviation aircraft
  

• Designed to interface with autopilot and navigation receivers

• Condition: Typically sold as a core unit – may be used for parts or require overhaul
  

• Installation: Works with two gyro instruments and an amplifier; relatively simple panel or tray mounting
  

• Manufacturer: Edo-Aire Mitchell, Mineral Wells, Texas, USA
  

• Dimensions:
  

• Length: 4.60 in
  

• Width: 2.56 in (incl. 25-pin connector)
  

• Height: 1.50 in
  
  

Observation: Shows scratches, wear marks, and signs of oxidation on the housing.

• The unit comes with:

• Wiring harness attached to the module

• Metal connector at the end of the cable

• Two rear blue connectors (CD-33 and CD-34)

• Original rear plate with labels and screws

What you see is exactly what you will receive. The photos show the actual item for sale, in its original condition. All scratches, marks, stains, or signs of use are clearly displayed in the images. The listing includes only what is shown in the photos – no additional parts, accessories, or modifications are included.

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