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PicoSatellite Launcher PSL12U / PSL12U XL

EXA (Astro-und Feinwerktechnik)
Takes spacecraft up to 24 kg · Micro class (FAA) what this means
PicoSatellite Launcher PSL12U / PSL12U XL

The ASTROFEIN PSL12U and PSL12U XL are flight-proven CubeSat deployers designed for 1U to 12U CubeSats and combinations, featuring non-explosive lock and release mechanisms and very low power consumption.

Typed specifications14 values

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Mass
24 kg
max · product page 24 kg max
Max payload mass
24 kg
datasheet p.1
Deployer type
multi-slot dispenser
datasheet p.1
Accepted satellite form factors
12U
PSL12U / PSL12U XL (Pack: 1-,2-, 3- and 4-way available) · datasheet p.1 12UXL PSL12U XL
Max mass per satellite
24 kg
PSL12U XL · datasheet p.1 24 kg max · PSL12U XL, maximum satellite mass  |  24 kg max · PSL12U, maximum satellite mass
Max satellite envelope
340.5 [mm] (Z), 226.3 [mm] (X), 226.3 [mm] (Y)
PSL12U · datasheet p.1 366 -0.5/+5.0 [mm] (Z), 226.3 [mm] (X), 226.3 [mm] (Y) PSL12U XL  |  366 -0.5/+5.0 (Z) x 226.3 (X) x 226.3 (Y) PSL12U XL, CubeSat rail dimensions  |  340.5 (Z) x 226.3 (X) x 226.3 (Y) PSL12U, CubeSat rail dimensions
Satellite class
CubeSat
CubeSat rail dimensions · datasheet p.1

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As published by the supplier12 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
Parameter
PSL12U
CUBESAT rail length (z)
340.5 mm
CUBESAT rail width (x)
226.3 mm
CUBESAT rail height (y)
226.3 mm
Number of tuna cans
5*
Maximum satellite mass
<=24.0 kg
Parameter (2)
PSL12U XL
CUBESAT rail length (z) (2)
366 -0.5/+5.0 mm
CUBESAT rail width (x) (2)
226.3 mm
CUBESAT rail height (y) (2)
226.3 mm
Number of tuna cans (2)
5*
Maximum satellite mass (2)
<=24.0 kg

About

The ASTROFEIN PicoSatellite Launcher (PSL12U / PSL12U XL) is a flight-proven deployer system capable of accommodating 1U to 12U CubeSats and various combinations thereof. It incorporates non-explosive lock and release mechanisms, ensuring safe and reliable deployment. The system is characterized by its very low power consumption and user-friendly design, allowing for easy resetting. Redundancy is built into both the actuation and deployment confirmation signal for enhanced reliability. A patented fixation system secures the CubeSat in the X, Y, and Z axes during launch, preventing movement. The deployer features a closed envelope for high safety and provides defined deployment energy with a low spin rate for the CubeSats. Deployment is initiated only when the door is completely opened and locked, a process that is also patented. The design offers large clearance for attachments on the CubeSat and includes access ports for maintenance at the launch site. This fully qualified technology has no export restrictions. The PSL12U and PSL12U XL models offer different CubeSat rail lengths to accommodate varying satellite sizes.

Documentation

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Source: www.astrofein.com ↗

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