TKS Ice Light

[tls pilot]

Anyone know if you can just change the Bulb when the ice light is burned out?

Or is it the light kit? The Parts manual is vague.

If just a bulb, does anyone have the bulb number

Thanks

[aviatoreb]

12 minutes ago, tls pilot said:

Anyone know if you can just change the Bulb when the ice light is burned out?

Or is it the light kit? The Parts manual is vague.

If just a bulb, does anyone have the bulb number

Thanks

Wouldn't it be great if we were allowed to put a brighter and lower power wattage led bulb?

If you pull out the bulb is the part number on the bulb?

If I ever needed TKS parts I just called CAV aero.  They have everything.

Edited January 20, 2023 by aviatoreb

[LANCECASPER]

On 1/20/2023 at 2:53 PM, aviatoreb said:

Wouldn't it be great if we were allowed to put a brighter and lower power wattage led bulb?

Ask and you shall receive: https://aeroleds.com/products/starlight-ice-led-light/         https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/aeroledsstarlight_11-16661.php

 

Or if you want incandescent : https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/normanlamps08-12284-47_08-13468.php

[LANCECASPER]

23 minutes ago, tls pilot said:

Anyone know if you can just change the Bulb when the ice light is burned out?

Or is it the light kit? The Parts manual is vague.

If just a bulb, does anyone have the bulb number

Thanks

7079

https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/normanlamps08-12284-47_08-13468.php

[tls pilot]

Thank you All for the info

[aviatoreb]

6 hours ago, LANCECASPER said:

Ask and you shall receive: https://aeroleds.com/products/starlight-ice-led-light/

Or if you want incandescent : https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/normanlamps08-12284-47_08-13468.php

omg - I love you!!!

[marcusku]

This is probably a dumb question but it wasn't obvious how you get to the bulb to replace it.  

 

[Mufflerbearing]

You will have to remove the kick panel and remove/replace from inside the airplane.  It's a tight fit but if I can do it, anyone can do it.

[LANCECASPER]

Depending on how much you value your time and your back you might want to spend the extra on the LED and not ever have to do it again.

[Mufflerbearing]

28 minutes ago, LANCECASPER said:

Depending on how much you value your time and your back you might want to spend the extra on the LED and not ever have to do it again.

I installed an LED on my plane and there is so much truth to this statement.

[Eric and Carollyne]

15 hours ago, marcusku said:

This is probably a dumb question but it wasn't obvious how you get to the bulb to replace it.  

 

This is what I found on Internet: To replace the ice light bulb on your Mooney, first ensure the electrical systems are off. Locate the screws around the light housing, carefully remove them, and take off the cover or lens. Remove the old bulb (it might be a twist or screw base) and insert the new one, avoiding touching it directly with your hands if it’s halogen. Reattach the cover, making sure the seal is properly aligned to prevent moisture, tighten the screws, and turn the system back on to test it. Don’t forget to log the maintenance in your aircraft records. I hope this helps!

[GeeBee]

21 minutes ago, Eric and Carollyne said:

This is what I found on Internet: To replace the ice light bulb on your Mooney, first ensure the electrical systems are off. Locate the screws around the light housing, carefully remove them, and take off the cover or lens. Remove the old bulb (it might be a twist or screw base) and insert the new one, avoiding touching it directly with your hands if it’s halogen. Reattach the cover, making sure the seal is properly aligned to prevent moisture, tighten the screws, and turn the system back on to test it. Don’t forget to log the maintenance in your aircraft records. I hope this helps!

Sounds like an AI answer. There are no screws around the lens. As noted above you have to approach it from the back or socket side on the kick panel inside the the cockpit.

[LANCECASPER]

2 hours ago, Eric and Carollyne said:

This is what I found on Internet: To replace the ice light bulb on your Mooney, first ensure the electrical systems are off. Locate the screws around the light housing, carefully remove them, and take off the cover or lens. Remove the old bulb (it might be a twist or screw base) and insert the new one, avoiding touching it directly with your hands if it’s halogen. Reattach the cover, making sure the seal is properly aligned to prevent moisture, tighten the screws, and turn the system back on to test it. Don’t forget to log the maintenance in your aircraft records. I hope this helps!

Not even close on the Mooney

[redbaron1982]

I wish there was a 12v version... my M20J has TKS and the light is very dim...

[M20F-1968]

Is there a 12 V LED version?

John Breda

[marcusku]

Thanks for the reply, we'll see how it goes.  I didn't spring for the LED at this time since the bulb was $245.  Until the plane is paid for I'm avoiding the "nice to haves" vs "need to haves".  

[Eric and Carollyne]

16 hours ago, GeeBee said:

Sounds like an AI answer. There are no screws around the lens. As noted above you have to approach it from the back or socket side on the kick panel inside the the cockpit.

That's why I said I found it on the Internet. Sorry if it didn't help. Not much of a mechanic here.

[marcusku]

Turns out the above part number is different for mine.  Any clue what the part number is for this bulb?  (2004 Ovation)  

[Ragsf15e]

5 minutes ago, marcusku said:

Turns out the above part number is different for mine.  Any clue what the part number is for this bulb?  (2004 Ovation)  

I’m sure different airplanes use different light bulbs, but maybe @CAV Ice has an idea?

[Slick Nick]

32 minutes ago, marcusku said:

Turns out the above part number is different for mine.  Any clue what the part number is for this bulb?  (2004 Ovation)  

Google “H35W28V” and see if that’s the one. Same as the wingtip white nav lights on certain models. The pins are cut to length. 

Edited December 5, 2024 by Slick Nick

[marcusku]

H35W28V does appear to be correct based on appearance.  Upon closer inspection it appears I need to desolder and resolder the new bulb to the wires.  Not impossible, but wondering if there are any better solutions?

 

[exM20K]

I have never used the ice light in anger in 26 years of flying tks’d Mooney’s and diamonds in the Northeast and upper Midwest.

setting aside airworthiness issues, I recommend this as a standby.  Works well on both wings and the tail.

-dan

[Slick Nick]

5 hours ago, marcusku said:

H35W28V does appear to be correct based on appearance.  Upon closer inspection it appears I need to desolder and resolder the new bulb to the wires.  Not impossible, but wondering if there are any better solutions?

 

That’s the way to do it.