AAC Clyde Space
Sweden · 1999 · 1 productAAC Clyde Space provides small satellite technologies and space-based data services, offering end-to-end solutions from satellite components to data analytics for various applications.
AAC Clyde Space
MTQ800
The MTQ800 is a magnetorquer designed for attitude control in small satellites, offering a compact and efficient solution for detumbling and attitude stabilization.
| Configuration | 3-axis (X, Y, Z) |
| Dipole Moment (each axis) | 0.2 A·m² |
| Max Current | 0.5 A |
| Coil Resistance | ~22 Ω |
| Interface | I2C / Analog PWM |
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AAC SpaceQuest (AAC Clyde Space subsidiary)
United States · 1 productAAC Clyde Space provides small satellite technologies and space-based data services, offering end-to-end solutions from components to data analytics.
AAC SpaceQuest (AAC Clyde Space subsidiary)
MAG-3 Three-Axis Satellite Magnetometer
Three-axis satellite magnetometer for reliable, accurate spacecraft attitude measurements, space-qualified for CubeSat and SmallSat ADCS.
| Axes | 3 (three-axis) |
| Measurement | Earth magnetic field vector |
| Applications | Attitude determination, B-dot detumbling, magnetorquer ADCS |
| Target Platform | CubeSat, SmallSat |
| Interface | Standard satellite bus interfaces |
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CubeSpace ADCS
South Africa · 1 productSouth African manufacturer of space-proven, plug-and-play Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS) for small satellites, with over a decade of flight heritage.
CubeSpace ADCS
Magnetorquer Rods (CR0002-CR0020)
CubeSpace Magnetorquer Rods are space-proven magnetic torquers designed for satellite attitude control, featuring a compact design, robust mounting, and a range of magnetic moments
| Max Voltage [V] (CR002) | 5 |
| Max Voltage [V] (CR003) | 5 |
| Max Voltage [V] (CR004) | 5 |
| Max Voltage [V] (CR005) | 5 |
| Max Voltage [V] (CR006) | 5 |
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EXA (Ecuadorian Space Agency)
Ecuador · 2007 · 1 productEcuadorian civilian space agency and manufacturer of high-energy-density batteries, deployable solar arrays and CubeSat platforms.
EXA (Ecuadorian Space Agency)
EXA MT01 Compact Magnetorquer
With only 7.5 grams and 3.2 millimeters thickness, the MT01 Compact Magnetorquer is a vacuum core magnetic coil designed fo ADCS control in cubesat mission from 1U to 3U that…
| Manufacturer | EXA |
| Lead time | 2 weeks |
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Galamad Aerospace
Singapore · 2022 · 1 productSingapore-based spacecraft studio building mass-producible small satellite platforms and offering low-cost flight heritage and imagery intelligence services.
Galamad Aerospace
Magnetorquer
High-performance magnetic torquers designed for precise attitude control of CubeSats and SmallSats, featuring a high magnetic dipole moment to mass ratio and low power consumption.
| Magnetic Dipole Moment to mass ratio | High |
| Power Consumption | <1W per Asqm |
| Design | Compact and Lightweight |
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Gimbal Space
United States · 1 productGimbal Space designs and manufactures custom attitude determination and control systems (ADCS), including integrated systems, for customers with GNC teams.
Gimbal Space
Torque Rods
Custom magnetorquer rods for satellite attitude control, available in multiple sizes — reaction-wheel desaturation and fine attitude control for smallsats.
| Configuration | Custom solutions available |
| Sizes | Multiple sizes |
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Glavkosmos
Russia · 1985 · 2 productsGlavkosmos coordinates international human spaceflight projects, facilitates satellite launches, develops and supplies rocket components, and provides equipment for space crews.
Glavkosmos
Electromagnetic Unit (EMU) – Magnetic Torquer
The Electromagnetic Unit (EMU) is a magnetic torquer designed for spacecraft attitude control systems, creating a dipole magnetic moment proportional to the current flowing through
| Year of release | 2016 |
| Guaranteed service life (years) | 5 |
| Estimated production / delivery time (months) | 6 |
| Flight qualification of the product | No |
| Brief history of flight qualification | Flight tests, normal operation. |
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Glavkosmos
Electromagnetic Unit (EMU) – Magnetic Torquer for Nanosatellites
The Electromagnetic Unit (EMU) is a magnetic torquer for nanosatellites, designed to create a dipole magnetic moment proportional to the current in its windings, used for attitude
| Year of release | 2019 |
| Guaranteed service life | 5 years |
| Estimated production / delivery time | 3 months |
| Flight qualification of the product | Yes |
| Brief history of flight qualification | Ground experimental testing. |
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GomSpace
Denmark · 2007 · 2 productsGomSpace is a Danish CubeSat manufacturer producing satellite platforms, subsystems, and end-to-end mission solutions. Products include the NanoCom radio modules, NanoPower EPS, and complete 1U–12U satellite platforms. GomSpace has one of t
GomSpace
3-Axis Magnetorquer NanoTorque GST-600
The NanoTorque GST-600 is a compact three-axis magnetorquer designed for satellite attitude control, suitable for 6U CubeSats and other small satellites.
| Dipole Moment (Z-axis) | typ. 0.5 Am² |
| Dipole Moment (X/Y-axis) | typ. 0.4 Am² |
| Temperature Sensor | Integrated |
| Size | 91 x 97 x 17 mm |
| Mass | 180 g |
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GomSpace
NanoTorque GST-600
A compact three-axis magnetorquer combining a single air-torquer and two magnetorquer-rods for satellite attitude control, designed for 6U CubeSats and scalable to smaller and larg
| Type | 3-axis magnetorquer (1 air-torquer + 2 magnetorquer rods) |
| Target platform | Primarily 6U CubeSat (also usable in smaller/larger)) |
| Torque | High torque, low residual dipole |
| Integration | Compatible with NanoTorque GSW-600 reaction wheels |
| Heritage | Flight-proven GomSpace product line |
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Lusospace
2002 · 2 productsLusospace is a Portuguese company founded in 2002, originating as the country's first space startup, and has since expanded its capabilities and invested in other technology ventures.
Lusospace
MTQ140 magnetorquer
The MTQ140 is a demisable magnetorquer for small satellites, used for attitude control, detumbling, stabilization, and reaction wheel unloading.
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Lusospace
MTQ400 magnetorquer
The Lusospace MTQ400 is a demisable magnetorquer designed for attitude and control purposes, including detumbling, stabilization, and reaction wheel unloading for medium to large s
| TRL | 6 according to ECSS (ESA) |
| Export Restrictions | ITAR and EAR free |
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NanoAvionics
Lithuania · 2014 · 2 productsPre-integrated nanosatellite buses (3U–16U+ MP42), green chemical propulsion, mission integration.
NanoAvionics
Magnetorquers MTQ M6P & MTQ MP42
CubeSat and SmallSat magnetorquers (torque rods) for attitude control in nano- and microsatellite platforms, available in M6P (CubeSat) and MP42 (microsatellite) variants.
| MTQ M6P – Mass | 205 g ±1% |
| MTQ M6P – Dipole magnetic moment (X & Y axis, typ.) | 0.30 Am² |
| MTQ M6P – Dipole magnetic moment (Z axis, typ.) | 0.34 Am² |
| MTQ M6P – Supply voltage | up to 5 V |
| MTQ M6P – Power consumption (typ.) | ~0.4 W |
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NanoAvionics
NanoAvionics Magnetorquer MTQ (MTQ M6P / MTQ MP42)
NanoAvionics' MTQ M6P and MTQ MP42 magnetorquers are actuators for nano- and microsatellites that generate a magnetic moment interacting with Earth's magnetic field to produce atti
| Starting price (MTQ M6P) | € 1,330 |
| Minimum order quantity | 3 pieces |
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NewSpace Systems (NSS)
South Africa · 2 productsNewSpace Systems (NSS) manufactures spacecraft components and sub-systems, focusing on Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) products for commercial spacecraft manufacturers globally.
NewSpace Systems (NSS)
Magnetorquer Rods
NewSpace Systems’ magnetorquer rods control spacecraft attitude by interacting with Earth’s local magnetic field, either standalone or combined with reaction wheels for
| TRL | 9 |
| First flight | 2014 |
| Units sold | > 7,000 |
| Constellation baselines | > 10 |
| Core material | Magnetic alloy rod |
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NewSpace Systems (NSS)
NCTR-M002 Magnetorquer Rod
Magnetorquers offer a method of controlling the attitude of a spacecraft. This can be achieved either directly, by interacting with the local Earth’s magnetic field, or in…
| Manufacturer | NewSpace Systems |
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Plan-S (Connecta)
Turkey · 2021 · 1 productPlan-S designs, manufactures, launches, and operates satellite systems for IoT connectivity (Connecta) and Earth observation data analytics (Observa), with 21 satellites launched.
Plan-S (Connecta)
Magnetic Torque Rod family (PS-MTQ-0.8 and PS-MTQ-4)
The Magnetic Torque Rod family provides compact and efficient magnetic actuation solutions for spacecraft attitude control systems, designed for detumbling and reaction wheel unloa
| Magnetic Moment (PS-MTQ-4.0) | 4 A·m² |
| Supply Voltage (PS-MTQ-4.0) | 5 V |
| Maximum Current (PS-MTQ-4.0) | 225 mA (at room temperature) |
| Mass (PS-MTQ-4.0) | 200 grams |
| Dimensions (PS-MTQ-4.0) | 160 x 35 x 20 mm (including driver board) |
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Space Inventor ApS
Denmark · 2015 · 1 productSpace Inventor ApS is a Danish second-generation NewSpace company providing non-ITAR CubeSat, nanosat, and microsat components, platforms, and turnkey satellite missions with full vertical integration, headquartered in Aalborg with offices
Space Inventor ApS
MT-P4
Integrated magnetorquer rod for momentum dumping of LEO satellites, with built-in control electronics and redundant interfaces.
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SPUTNIX
Russia · 2011 · 1 productSPUTNIX is a Russian manufacturer of nanosatellite and microsatellite platforms, onboard subsystems and ground infrastructure, operating as a subsidiary brand of Sitronics Group.
SPUTNIX
Microsatellite Magnetic Torquers SX-MT Series
Series of 7 magnetic torquers for microsatellite attitude control and detumbling. Dipole moments from 1 to 30 Am², masses 200–1200 g. Compatible with SPUTNIX Pallada platform.
| Models available | SX-MT-1, SX-MT-5, SX-MT-10, SX-MT-15, SX-MT-20, SX-MT-25, SX-MT-30 |
| Dipole moment range | 1–30 Am² |
| Supply voltage | ±10 V |
| Mass range | 200–1200 g |
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Tensor Tech (thermal)
Taiwan · 2019 · 2 productsTaiwanese ADCS company in New Taipei City; CMG control moment gyroscopes, sun sensors, magnetorquers, and integrated nanosatellite attitude control systems; ISO 9001 certified.
Tensor Tech (thermal)
Magnetorquers (MTQ Board & TensorMTQ series)
Tensor Tech offers magnetorquers in two forms: integrated MTQ Boards with embedded ADCS algorithms for detumbling and basic pointing, and standalone TensorMTQ series rods for small
| Magnetic Dipole Moment | > 0.2 Am^2 for X/Y axes; > 0.1 Am^2 for Z axis |
| Inrush Current | < 0.5 A @ 12 V |
| Power Consumption | < 1 W |
| Mass | < 205 g |
| Dimensions | 94 x 90 x 19 mm3 |
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Tensor Tech (thermal)
Tensor Tech ADCS – MTQ Integrated Attitude Determination and Control System with Magnetorquers
ADCS-MTQ uses a triaxial magnetometer and a triaxial magnetorquer for attitude control. Its control modes include magnetic dipole moment control and de-tumbling. To enable the…
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Zenno Astronautics
New Zealand · 2017 · 1 productZenno Astronautics develops high-temperature superconducting magnet systems for fuel-free spacecraft attitude control, radiation shielding and electromagnetic propulsion.
Zenno Astronautics
Zenno Astronautics Z01 Supertorquer
Single-axis, ultra-high-dipole superconducting magnetic torquer delivering fuel-free attitude control authority for MEO/GEO spacecraft.
| Configuration | Single axis |
| Magnetic dipole moment - Config A (Am2) | 2,000 |
| Magnetic dipole moment - Config B (Am2) | 4,000 |
| Magnetic dipole moment - Config C (Am2) | 8,000 |
| Max torque, peak - Config A (mNm) | 1,000 |
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