Mechanical Variometers and Accessories

Wings & Wheels is your authorized distributor
for the Complete line of Genuine "WINTER" Variometers and Instruments

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Superb handmade craftsmanship still after decades hand made in Germany

Messrs. Winter GmbH & Co. KG have a tradition of more than 75 years in the field of development,
production and service of flight instruments.

On request the dials are available in - anodized aluminum or light ivory color

Most popular mechanical variometer in soaring!

5Stv5 1000 ft/min or 10 Kts. 80mm (3 1/8")
Linear scale variometer
$575.00
5StvM
57mm (2 1/4") version of the 5Stv5 Variometer
1000 ft/min or 10 Kts. 80mm (3 1/8") Linear scale variometer
$575.00
reflects latest price increases as of 03/2011

LOGARITHMIC SCALE VARIOMETERS*
5 StVL 5 +/-10 Kts, +/-1000 ft/min or +/- 5m/s available.
Expanded logarithmic scale variometer combines the advantages of a standard linear variometer with those of the more sensitive 5 StV 2 pprecision variometer. Wider placement at lower values allow more accurate climb or decent readings when most critical in really weak conditions and less variation at higher values.
5StvL 80mm (3.125") logarithmic scale variometer
with range of +/-10 Knots
Or 5StvLM in smaller  57mm (2.25") logarithmic scale variometer with range of +/-10 Knots $595.00
SPECIAL "FAST RESPONSE SPEED"*
5 Stv 5S 80mm or 57mm Variometer 1.8 sec. response speed. 0-10Kt... $595.00
WINTER VARIOMETER MODEL/PART NUMBERS

reflects latest price increases as of 03/2011

Logarithmic Scale and Fast Rate Variometers require .90 or1.8 liter capacity. All Winter variometer types are available in either 57mm (2 1/4") or 80mm (3 1/8") size. All Winter Variometers are available in Knots, Feet and (on special order only) in  Metric M/S
Winter Variometer Manual

Scale Drawings
 

WINTER (McCready) SPEED RINGS



Blank and unmarked McCready rings in 57 or 80mm
for Winter Variometers ONLY in stock with mounting bezel....$69.00

Specially marked McCready rings for many sailplanes available on
SPECIAL ORDER FOR WINTER VARIOMETERS ONLY
Delivery about 4 weeks....$92.00
SEE USEFUL INFORMATION PAGE
FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLING BEZEL MOUNT FOR McCready Rings
reflects latest price increases as of 03/2011

WINTER FACTORY OVERHAULED VARIOMETERS
Completely rebuilt By Winter, complete with new dials etc.
LOOK and PERFORM "AS NEW"

WHEN AVAILABLE starting at about $350.00

Flying hours counter

FSZM                                  FSZMD
Flying hours counter are installed wherever actual flying time has to be recorded, primarily a consideration in training and charter aircraft, although this instrument should not be missing in aircraft operated by clubs or by private individuals, where it likewise permits a check of inspection intervals to be kept.
The flying hours counter has an electrically driven counter mechanism and the readings are in hours and minutes. It is connected to the aircraft’s total pressure sensor and automatically switches on when airspeed increases to 60 km/h. This ensures that actual flying time only is recorded, while secondary times for take off and landing are ignored.
The flying hours counter uses an operating voltage of 12 - 24 V and has a current consumption of approx. 20 mA. Once installed, the plug can be sealed to prevent tampering.
FSZM Analog Sailplane Hour meter or FSZMD (Digital) Flying hours counter
$369.00

Connection diagram layout with
Winter flight instruments

 

SAGE VARIOMETERS

(formerly Schuemann)

The model "SV" Variometer combines rugged construction and 1.8 second response speed.
80mm version
1.8 Second Speed
+/- 10 Knots (+/-5 M/S)  $900.00

SV2.25
SV 2.25 this variometer combines all the good characteristics of the model SV in a smaller size.
(57mm) 2.25" $900.00

The model CV Variometer with its 1.0 second speed is the choice of many pilots seeking a more sensitive variometer for very light lift yet a range of up to 20 knots for exceptionally strong conditions. 80mm
1.0 Second Speed
+/- 10 Knots (5 M/S)
Plus +/- 20 Knots (10 M/S)
$1300.00
The CV is now also available in 57mm and 80mm versions
 

The Model CVA Variometer like its cousin the CV has a 1.0 second response time with the addition of the unique averager. This variometer provides at a glance, all the information a competition pilot needs. With just a glance, the pilot can see his current climb rate and his climb rate during his last circle all in one instrument.
1.0 Second Speed
+/- 10 Knots (5 M/S)
Plus +/- 20 Knots (10 M/S)
PLUS +/- 12 Knot (6 M/S.Averager)
$2100.00
Sage Now offers a variety of display options

Black Barrel Legacy Numbers

White Barrel Black Face White Numbers

White Barrel White Face Black Numbers

Black Barrel Black Face White Numbers

SAGE AUDIO OPTION NOW AVAILABLE ON ALL SAGE VARIOMETERS.
Though the Sage variometer itself will remain a purely mechanical device an additional electronic audio option may be ordered at no extra cost. The added audio is a separate device added that senses the needle movement and replicates the needle movements with audio tones.
 

W&W will buy your old WINTER INSTRUMENTS or we can have your old Instruments overhauled to AS-NEW Condition for you!

TOTAL ENERGY PROBES & CAPACITIES
Wings & Wheels is the exclusive North American importer and distributors for all

TE Probes and Multi function probes
by Erwin Saizinger
ESA Probes are available in very light weight rigid Carbon Graphite,
Aluminum and Multi-function probes in nickel plated brass.

esa-systems product list
 Multi-Function probes






Multi-probe TE-Static-Pitot requires adapter typ: UN with 3 lines.
This adapter is now standard in all gliders from Alexander Schleicher and also DG and in
the most glider from Schempp-Hirth. HPH will used them for the new 304S.
MNAI/UN (top) Aluminum, black finish probe 890mm O.A.L. with 2 hole TE $335.00
MNI/UN (center) Brass Nickel plated probe 710mm O.A.L. with 2 hole TE $297.00
MBR/UN (bottom) Brass Nickel plated probe 670 mm O.A.L. with Venturi TE $315.00

Newest type from ESA-Systems
"DN/3fach/UN"


Outstanding results have been reported from users of this new type probe available
exclusively from esa-systems
"click" on the image above for users response
880mm OAL
$338.00

GMBR/UNG
Special Multi-function probe for some Grob and Dimona gliders.

$289.00

MULTI-FUNCTION PROBES FOR PITOT-TE ONLY
Many gliders were delivered with 2 Function PITOT-STATIC Tail probes
with Tail TE being superior to fuselage mounted probes and also lower drag, many owners have requested a modified system to allow the ST-2 adapters to function with Pitot and Total-Energy.
The special MNIA/UN (Two-Line) Probe does just this.


880mm OAL MUNAI-UN (2 Function) Multi-Probe
$266.00

Multiprobe for adapter ST2 Type DN/STATEK
double pressure probe, TE | STAT
carbon fibre rod, head brass nickel plated, aluminium tail
length 860mm, protruding 800mm, weight 56grams



Multiprobe for adapter ST2 Type Statek/Broetzel
double pressure probe, TE | STAT aluminium, eloxal coated (gold) length 880mm, protruding 840mm, weight 67grams


two hole TE and static only probe 880mm OAL for use with ST-2 Adapter
$329.00


ST-2 sockets for 2 Function probes

$182.00

Adapter for probes and pipes x/ST and x/ST1

Single Probe adapter socket
Please specify for 6mm or 8mm TE probes $39.00

* Multi-function probes and TEK RU/UN type probes require special sockets and pneumatic plumbing in aircraft



O-Ring replacement
Multi-Function (Pitot-Static-TE) sockets $189.00
RU Probes
Total Energy Probe for Adapter UN
Type RU/UN single pressure probe, TE



The type RU is typically the most common type. Simple and effective design.
The Two Hole type RU probes supply a constant coefficient and adapt easily to most sailplane types. The type RU is normally the best type for flapped sailplanes as they fly with a smaller angle of attack at most speeds than do standard class sailplanes.
Supplied in lightweight metal type of 760-800mm x 8mm diameter and also with O-Ring socket ends for 6mm sockets
$179.00

 

Total Energy Venturi Head for adapter UN
Type BR/UN single pressure probe, TE
Venturi TE probe for 6mm and 8mm sockets
BR for 8mm opening, ST for 6mm opening
$169.00



Special TE probes with double slotted TE receptors

For sailplanes with a rigid profile (Standard class) this type TE probe has proven to be excellent.
The negative reaction of the angle of attack with this type probe is even smaller than with the type RU.
DN/ST  in both 6mm and 8mm diameter sockets $190.00
 

Vertical TE Probes for fuselage mounting
ESA-Systems Vertical Venturi TE Probe

6mm diameter, 29cm O.A.L.
alloy construction with mounting socket and "O" Ring
$125.00

ESA-System Vertical two hole TE Probe
6mm diameter, 30 cm O.A.L.
alloy construction with mounting socket and "O" Ring
$116.50

TE Mount Adapter for 6mm TE Probes
Provides a mounting method for accepting the above TE probes
Could also be used for fin mounting of smaller (6mm) diameter TE probes
$34.00
 
PITOT STATIC TUBES


PRANDTELROHR (Pitot-Static probe) for adapter UN
 ESA Pitot/Static probe as used on some glider types, 710mm OAL
used with multi probe (2 source) adapters for Pitot and Static
$175.00
STR-BR Pitot tube



For fin mounted TE systems, fits 8mm sockets and ESA ST-1 adapters,
extends Pitot from the tail fin and special design keeps nsects and dirt from entering the Pitot system
$148.00
 

REMOVE BEFORE FLIGHT FLAG



Highly visible flags on 6mm or 8mm sockets (SPECIFY!)
Prevent  mud daubers, other insects, water and dirt from entering
probe sockets when glider is in storage or trailer
$30.00

WINTER Capacity bottles

.45 liter for most mechanical variometers and some electric variometers
$33.00
.90 liter for logarithmic and "S" model variometers
$36.00