HARDWARE / PRODUCTUpdated 28 Jun 2026

12U/16U CubeSat Platform

Orbital Systems
12U/16U CubeSat Platform

Largest CubeSat platform with 9U payload volume, integrated propulsion, and up to 5-year service life.

Typed specifications16 values

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Mass
16 kg
product page 6.5 kg
Envelope (L×W×H)
322×215×215 mm
product page
Power consumption
100 W
product page 7 W
Data interface
CAN
product page RS-422  |  I2C  |  SPI  |  UART  +1
Form factor
12U
from product name · product page 16U from product name
Regulated voltages for the payload
3.3 V
product page 5 V
Propulsion
included
product page

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As published by the supplier12 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
Pu volume
9U
Peak consumption (PU)
100 W
Maximum mass (PU)
16 kg
Interfaces
I2C, UART, CAN, SPI, 100BASE-TX Ethernet, RS422
Power channels
3.3 V, 5 V, 3–18 V VBAT
Dimensions
322×215×215 mm
Platform mass
6.5 kg
System consumption
7 W
Onboard memory
32 Gb
Communication modules
Ku/X/S/VHF/UHF
Active service life
5 years
Propulsion
Integrated, high-impulse maneuvers

About

The largest platform in the Orbital Systems lineup, the 12U CubeSat format provides a maximum payload volume of up to 9U. The 12U platform includes a propulsion system capable of high-impulse maneuvers for orbit insertion, orbit maintenance, precision formation flight, orbit synchronization, and atmospheric drag compensation.

Additionally, it provides an extended active service life for the satellite in the target orbit and opens up new opportunities for unique missions. The platform supports up to 100 W peak power for payloads and can accommodate up to 16 kg payload mass. Extended interfaces include I2C, UART, CAN, SPI, 100BASE-TX Ethernet port, and RS422. Communication modules support Ku/X/S/VHF/UHF bands with 32 Gb onboard memory.

Power channels include an extended VBAT range of 3–18 V in addition to standard 3.3 V and 5 V. System consumption is 7 W with a platform mass of 6.5 kg. Designed for up to 5-year active service life.

Documentation

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

Source: orbsystems.ru ↗

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