SMPOD16-C CASPIAN Multi-CubeSat Deployer
NPC Spacemind
Multi-CubeSat deployer for up to 4 payloads up to 16U with dedicated sledges per payload, redundant NEA actuation, and the widest market clearances for payload access until launch.
Technical specifications
- Capacity
- Up to 4 CubeSats (standard and XL dimensions)
- Maximum Payload Size
- 16U per slot
- Clamping
- Up to 3 rails per CubeSat, dedicated sledge per payload
- Actuation
- Redundant fail-safe NEA
- Payload Access
- Accessible until launch site handoff
- Material
- Aluminum + carbon fiber
About
The NPC Spacemind SMPOD16-C (marketed as CASPIAN) is a multi-CubeSat deployer capable of housing up to four CubeSats in standard and XL dimensions up to 16U each. Each payload sits in a dedicated sledge with independent clamping using up to 3 rails per CubeSat, keeping the payload accessible until handoff at the launch site. Redundant fail-safe NEA actuation and the widest market structural clearances ensure reliable deployment. Constructed from aluminum and carbon fiber.
Documentation
No public datasheet yet — request the datasheet / ICD from the supplier.
