the statement "not as precise" and compared to?
tim

"Paul Remde" wrote in message
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Hi Tim,

Which part of my statement below wasn't true? I love Winter altimeters
and all their products. But the specifications sheet shows that they have
less precision than larger altimeters - which is fine with me and most
glider pilots. I didn't say they were bad, just not as precise.
Customers that understand that are very happy with them - myself included.

Paul Remde

"Tim Mara" wrote in message
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this isn't true..and I don't think Winter would be very pleased to know
they are being misrepresented...the "certified" Winter altimeters (Winter
also does make a variety of instruments without EASA approval) meet and
are certified to EASA standards TS 10.220/48 like and accepted the same
as US TSO and can be used in certified aircraft....there were some
modifications made in recent years to these altimeters to improve
performance in that some older version did have occasionally an issue
with jumping a cog in the barometric adjustment gears but even the older
versions can be repaired and calibrated back to the required
specifications.
You can send your altimeter back to the manufacturer (I also accept
winter instruments here that I ship for my customers to the manufacturer
for repairs) for update, overhaul and re-calibration if needed and
you'll find they are very good with their support and service and always
stand behind every product they produce. Winter does recommend periodic
re-calibration, just like nearly all altimeter manufacturers
tim
Please visit the Wings & Wheels website at www.wingsandwheels.com

Winter "Paul Remde" wrote in message
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Hi,

What was the criteria for the failure of the check? The Winter
altimeters are not, and cannot be as accurate as larger altimeters.
Winter doesn't claim they are. But they are fine for most glider
pilots. I sometimes get complaints about them from instrument rated
power pilots, who expect them to perform like a larger altimeter.

You can see the specifications on my web site he
http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/winter.htm#W-4555

Or perhaps the unit just needs repair at Winter. They support their
products very well. A repair would cost much less than a new unit.

I fly with 2 Winter 4555 altimeters in our DG-1000 and I'm happy with
them. But I suppose I'm biased because I sell and support them.

In the last year I heard of a new brand that offers 57mm altimeters for
use in certificated aircraft. I inquired and found that they cost over
$3000!!!! Wow! That is the only other option I am aware of. I don't
remember the brand name, but I believe United Instruments now offers
them as well for even more money.

Best Regards,

Paul Remde
Cumulus Soaring, Inc.

"Ventus2NZ" wrote in message
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I have just had my Winter 57mm altimeter fail it's instrument check.
From what I can ascertain, this is not all that uncommon. Does anyone
have any ideas or suggestions of a suitable 2-1/4" alternative.


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