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Nano Pin Puller (nD3PP)

Dcubed
Nano Pin Puller (nD3PP)

The Dcubed Nano Pin Puller (nD3PP) is a compact, space-qualified, Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) based release actuator designed to secure equipment during launch and release it on orbit.

Typed specifications5 values

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Mass
12 g
product page 25 g
Envelope (L×W×H)
17 x 17 x 17 mm
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TRL
9
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Lead time
6–8 months
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As published by the supplier15 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
TRL
9
Field resettable
Front and Rear, in Seconds, up to 400 times
Lead time
6-8 weeks
Actuation
Fully Redundant
Trigger
Smart SMA
Shock
Ultra Low
Sensor
Actuation Sensor
Shear load (Release Load)
>50 N
Proof load
85 N Push-in Load, 1500 N Sideload
Body size
17 x 17 x 17 mm
Mass (Aluminum-Titanium)
12 grams
Mass (Stainless Steel)
25 grams
Temperatures
-65°C to +75°C
Interfaces
Customizable
Export control
ITAR Free

About

The Dcubed Nano Pin Puller (nD3PP) is a compact, linear actuator available in Stainless Steel or Aluminum-Titanium. It utilizes Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) technology to provide a smooth and reliable trigger on orbit, safely releasing sensitive equipment that was locked during launch. It is one of the smallest yet powerful space-qualified Hold Down and Release Mechanism (HDRM) solutions on the market. The nD3PP is easily field-resettable up to 400 times, both from the front and rear, and is readily available as a COTS part with short delivery times (6-8 weeks). Key features include fully redundant actuation, a smart SMA trigger, ultra-low shock operation, and an actuation sensor. It boasts a shear load (release load) of greater than 50 N and a proof load of 85 N push-in load and 1500 N sideload. The device has a compact body size of 17 x 17 x 17 mm and operates within a temperature range of -65°C to +75°C. It is ITAR Free and offers customizable interfaces. The product has a TRL of 9 and space heritage.

Documentation

No public datasheet yet — request the datasheet / ICD from the supplier.

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