Cirrus
Bolt-In Fuel Sender Replacements

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Specifications

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Fuel Sender 101

Symptoms / Problems

Cirrus Bolt-In Fuel Sender Replacements.

CiES fuel level senders are a physical bolt in replacement for Cirrus Aircraft fuel quantity senders. They are applicable to most Cirrus Model(s) - SR20 & SR22 G1, G2, G3 ​FUEL AND TKS SYSTEMS.

We partnered with Aerospace Logic to bring you a Retrofit STC and EASA STC for your Cirrus Aircraft.

CiES Fuel senders do require a power wire for operation as the complex sender circuitry involved requires power to operate.

Unless otherwise specified,  we can support:
  • Digital Output - Garmin OEM and retrofit, Avidyne
FAA Approved (AML) STC

Cirrus Models

SR22 (NA, T, TN) G3 Retrofit Kit

Get the same digital fuel level indication system as the new G6 Cirrus Aircraft. If you have Perspective, the fuel level will be displayed on the MFD. Contact Cirrus for pricing and orders.

SR20 G3 Retrofit Kit

Get the same digital fuel level indication system as the new G6 Cirrus Aircraft. If you have Perspective, the fuel level will be displayed on the MFD. Contact Cirrus for pricing and orders.

SR22 G1 & G2 Kit

Get the same digital fuel level indication system as the new G6 Cirrus Aircraft. Compatible with new Garmin retrofits. Contact Cirrus for pricing and orders.

SR20 G1 & G2 Kit

Get the same digital fuel level indication system as the new G6 Cirrus Aircraft. Compatible with new Garmin retrofits. Contact Cirrus for pricing and orders.

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Thankful for the CiES in my Cirrus. Knowing that fuel exhaustion accidents can be avoided with this technology, feels like a no-brainer for any owner. Works great.

- Tim Lay
Cirrus SR22T

FAA Approved (AML) STC

Gauge Models

ItemCockpit Display ManufacturerCockpit Display ModelData Converter (LRU1)Fuel Sender Output CapabilityInstrument Input Capability
1JP InstrumentsEDM 900N/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-4.7 VDC
2JP InstrumentsEDM 930N/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-4.7 VDC
3JP InstrumentsEDM 900N/ADigital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-100 kHz
4JP InstrumentsEDM 930N/ADigital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-100 kHz
5Electronics InternationalMVP-50EDC-33PVoltage 0-5 VDC0-18 VDC
6Electronics InternationalCGR-30EDC-33PVoltage 0-5 VDC0-18 VDC
7Electronics InternationalMVP-50EDC-33PDigital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-6 kHz
8Electronics InternationalCGR-30EDC-33PDigital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-6 kHz
9Ultra FEIAuracle CRM2120N/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-5 VDC
10Aerospace LogicFL25XN/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-5 VDC
11Aerospace LogicFL20XDN/ADigital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz10-300 Hz
12Aerospace LogicFL21XN/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-1 VDC
13Aerospace LogicFL20XN/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-1 VDC
14GarminG1000GEA 71Voltage 0-5 VDC0-5 VDC
15GarminG950GEA 71Voltage 0-5 VDC0-5 VDC
16GarminG1000GEA 71Voltage 0-5 VDC0-1 VDC
17GarminG950GEA 71Voltage 0-5 VDC0-1 VDC
18GarminG1000GEA 71Digital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-100 kHz
19GarminG950GEA 71Digital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-100 kHz
20Rochester GaugesFQ-40XX SeriesN/AVoltage 0-5 VDC0-1 VDC
21JP InstrumentsEDM 960EDM 950Voltage 0-5 VDC0-4.7 VDC
22JP InstrumentsEDM 960EDM 950Digital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-100 kHz
23GarminG500/G600 TxiGEA 110Voltage 0-5 VDC0-5 VDC
24GarminG500/G600 TxiGEA 110Digital Frequency 64Hz-10kHz0-30,000 Hz
25GarminG2000GEA 71Voltage 0-5 VDC0-1 VDC
32GarminGI 275GEA 24Digital Frq 64Hz-10kHz, Vlt 0-5 VDC0-100 kHz, 0-5 VDC

I installed a JPI EMD900 in my 1972 177B last year when I overhauled the engine, and was not able to make the original Cessna fuel senders work with it. I ordered a set of CiES senders and finally got them installed in February. I have put a few tanks of fuel through since, and they have indicated within a liter or two of both the fuel consumption (as measured by the JPI) and the amount needed to refill the tanks.

I am very pleased with the result, and it is a huge sense of peace of mind when flying in places where fuel sources are several flying hours apart.

- Anonymous
Cessna 177B Cardinal

CiES Fuel Senders

Specifications

Our fuel senders are constructed with hard anodized aluminum with a Teflon coating. A 2011-T3 Aluminum arm and other high-quality components round out these superior fuel level sensors.

CiES Fuel Senders

Installation Instructions

For Cirrus installations, there are special installation instructions for this application.

Cessna fuel sender

YouTube Install

Follow along as Bill Goebel of Decatur, Texas upgrades his 1956 Cessna 182. Bill removes the old wingpit fuel indicators and replaces them with new CiES fuel senders and an Aerospace Logic fuel gauge. Watch as he overcomes some space constraints in this 70 year-old aircraft, and check out his neat and tidy wiring. If you find his video helpful, consider liking and subscribing.

YouTube video

* By providing a link to this video, CiES Inc. does not approve of this fuel sender installation. This video is provided for entertainment purposes only. Please read all of our documentation and install accordingly. If you have questions, please contact us directly.

CiES Explains

What is a fuel sender?

Fuel senders are components of your aircraft's fuel system responsible for measuring the level of fuel in the fuel tanks and sending that information to the fuel gauge.

The fuel senders are located inside the aircraft's fuel tanks and consists of a nitrile rubber (NBR) float, a hard-anodized aluminum rotor and housing, nickel-plated Neodymium magnets, complex electronic equipment (outside the fuel tank) and other quality components.

As the level of fuel in the tank changes, the float attached to the fuel sender also changes position. The float arm moves inside the rotor, which is connected electronically to the fuel gauge. When the fuel tank is full, the float will be at the top of the tank, causing the magnetic resonance system to send a signal to the fuel gauge indicating that the tank is full. As the fuel level in the tank drops, the float will move down, causing the system to send a signal to the fuel gauge indicating fuel level has decreased.

With over 100,000 CiES fuel tank level sender units in the field and 900,000+ hours of trouble-free operation, we are a trusted ally of GA owners and quality aircraft manufacturers. In addition, CiES exceeds 90,000 hrs. mean time to failure (MTTF), making our fuel quantity one of the most reliable aviation systems in existence.

cies fuel tank senders

Zero regrets. Get ready for a new level of fuel assurance.

- John Hisghman
Beechcraft K35 Bonanza

corroded float sender
CiES Explains

Common symptoms and problems with bad fuel senders

A fuel sender is a component of an aircraft fuel system that measures the amount of fuel in the fuel tanks and sends that information back to the fuel gauge. When a fuel sender goes bad or fails, the fuel gauge may not accurately display the fuel level. This can be frustrating and potentially dangerous.

Here are some symptoms of bad fuel sender units:

  1. Inaccurate fuel gauge readings: The most common symptom of a bad fuel sender is an inaccurate fuel gauge reading. The gauge may read full when the tank is actually empty, or vice versa.
  2. Fluctuating fuel gauge readings: Another symptom of a bad fuel sender is a fuel gauge that fluctuates between full and empty, even when the tank is neither full nor empty. It may also behave erratically.
  3. Fuel gauge needle sticking: A fuel gauge needle that sticks in one position or doesn't move at all can also be a sign of a faulty fuel sender.

Do you need to purchase new fuel sending units for your aircraft? Fill out our order form here.

WE’RE COMMITTED TO HIGH QUALITY, SO THE

Next Generation Can Trust Their Fuel Gauges.

We’re committed to providing an accurate, safe and reliable fuel level reading, as well as providing you with the highest level of service. Once you have installed magnetic field fuel sensing, your fuel level sensing problems will be solved. When you see the difference, you’ll always choose us for your fuel and liquid level sending needs.