EBAD TiNi Microlatch ML50-2 Separation System
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD)
A non-pyrotechnic, field-resettable separation system for low preload dispensing, utilizing shape memory alloy technology, with a higher voltage range.
Typed specifications11 values
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- Mass
- 15 g datasheet p.6
- Envelope (L×W×H)
- .112 in-40 product page
- Actuator
- non-pyro datasheet p.2 non-pyro
- Supply voltage
- 10–18 V product page
- Operating temperature
- -50–60 °C datasheet p.6
- Release command type
- current pulse max @ 1.25 A, 23°C · datasheet p.8 current pulse min
- Command pulse duration
- 100 ms max @ 1.25 A, 23°C · datasheet p.8
- Release current
- 0.75 A min · datasheet p.8 2.5 A max
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As published by the supplier15 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
- Max release load
- 50 lbf (222 N)
- Proof load
- 100 lbf (445 N)
- Max torque
- 25 in-oz
- Coupler kick-off force
- 7.5 lbf
- Mass
- .53 (15 g)
- Voltage range
- 10 to 18 V
- Operating current
- 1.5 to 3.75 A
- Resistance
- 5.75±1 Ω
- Function time @ 23°c
- 120 ms max @ 1.75 A
- Cycle life
- 50 min
- Operating temperature
- -50ºC + 60ºC
- Height (without coupler)
- .5 in
- Height (with coupler)
- .65 in
- Max diameter (with flange)
- 1.00 in
- Std coupler engagement size
- .112 in-40
About
The EBAD TiNi™ Microlatch is a reliable, fast-operating device developed for the ‘New Space’ small satellite market. It uses a shape memory alloy (SMA) wire to release a latch, allowing external ball locks to disengage and release a coupler. When power is applied, current heats the SMA wire, causing it to contract and disengage the latch, opening the circuit. The device is easily reset by aligning and pressing the coupler back on. It is non-pyrotechnic, easy to field reset without tooling, and offers maximum reliability through design simplicity. Qualified in 2018, it is suitable for small solar array release, optical cover release, CubeSat deployers, and other space applications requiring a small device. The coupler is manufactured from custom 455 SS with a tiolon finish, and kick-off springs are 17-7PH SS. It is fully vented.
Documentation
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