Magnetorquers (MTQ Board & TensorMTQ series)
Tensor Tech
Tensor Tech offers magnetorquers in two forms: integrated MTQ Boards with embedded ADCS algorithms for detumbling and basic pointing, and standalone TensorMTQ series rods for small satellites.
Key figurescomparable across the catalogue
- Mass
- 0.205 kg
- Power
- 1 W
- Largest dimension
- 94 mm
Normalised to common units so this product can be compared with others in its category. The supplier's own wording is below.
As published by the supplier
- Magnetic dipole moment
- > 0.2 Am^2 for X/Y axes; > 0.1 Am^2 for Z axis
- Inrush current
- < 0.5 A @ 12 V
- Power consumption
- < 1 W
- Mass
- < 205 g
- Dimensions
- 94 x 90 x 19 mm3
- Supply voltage
- 5 ~ 36 V
- Control interface
- UART or RS-485
- Connector type
- Molex Pico-Blade
About
Tensor Tech provides magnetorquers in two configurations: the MTQ Board and the TensorMTQ series. The MTQ Board is an integrated solution that combines two magnetorquers and one air coil onto a control board. This board includes embedded ADCS algorithms, specifically designed to provide detumbling functionality for CubeSat missions. When paired with fine sun sensors, the MTQ Board system can achieve basic pointing capabilities, such as sun-spin and detumbling. The TensorMTQ series consists of magnetorquer rods, which are designed for small satellites. These rods can be supplied with or without H-bridge driving circuits, offering flexibility for integration. They are designed to interface directly with a flight computer or with a dedicated ADCS board, which can also be sourced from Tensor Tech. Key product features include optional driving circuitries and digital interfaces enabled by the control board. The products are manufactured in an ISO 7 cleanroom, ensuring strict quality control and enabling scalable production from small quantities to mass production. Analysis of magnetic distortion and leakage is performed using COMSOL Multiphysics®. Custom designs are available upon request to meet specific mission constraints regarding size, power consumption, and magnetic dipole moment.
Documentation
No public datasheet yet — request the datasheet / ICD from the supplier.