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Pin Pullers

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Pin Pullers

The Pin Puller product line offers easy-to-use and highly-resettable release actuators designed for shear-load applications in space.

Typed specifications16 values

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Mass
85 g
Micro Pin Puller uD3PP · datasheet p.1 12 g Nano Pin Puller nD3PP
Envelope (L×W×H)
Ø28x52 mm / Ø1.1x20.27 in
product page Ø 28x51.5 mm Micro Pin Puller uD3PP, body size (LxWxH)  |  17x17x17 mm Nano Pin Puller nD3PP, body size (LxWxH)  |  17x17x17 mm / 0.67x0.67x0.67 in
Operating temperature
-35–75 °C
Micro Pin Puller uD3PP · datasheet p.1 -65–75 °C Nano Pin Puller nD3PP
TRL
9
datasheet p.1 9
Export status
not controlled
datasheet p.1
Separation type
SMA or frangibolt
datasheet p.1 other Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) based pin puller release actuator (H…
Release command type
current pulse
Actuation · datasheet p.1
Release current
2 A
actuation current: 2 A DC · datasheet p.1 2 A DC Actuation

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As published by the supplier8 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
Dimensions (Micro Pin Puller uD3PP)
Ø28x52 mm / Ø1.1x20.27 in
Mass (Micro Pin Puller uD3PP)
85 grams / 3 oz
Load (Micro Pin Puller uD3PP)
Shear Load: >490 N / 110 lbf
TRL (Micro Pin Puller uD3PP)
9
Dimensions (Nano Pin Puller nD3PP)
17x17x17 mm / 0.67x0.67x0.67 in
Mass (Nano Pin Puller nD3PP)
12 grams / 0.42 oz
Load (Nano Pin Puller nD3PP)
Shear Load: >50 N / 11 lbf
TRL (Nano Pin Puller nD3PP)
9

About

Dcubed’s Pin Puller product line provides highly resettable release actuators specifically engineered for shear-load applications in space. These devices are crucial for reliably deploying various components on satellites and spacecraft. The product line includes two main variants: the Micro Pin Puller uD3PP and the Nano Pin Puller nD3PP, catering to different size and load requirements. Both models boast a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 9, indicating flight heritage and proven performance in operational environments. The Micro Pin Puller uD3PP is a larger, more robust option, while the Nano Pin Puller nD3PP offers a compact and lightweight solution for smaller-scale deployments. These pin pullers are designed to provide a reliable trigger on-orbit, ensuring the successful release of mechanisms when needed.

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