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Zyra Reaction Wheel

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Zyra Reaction Wheel

The Zyra reaction wheel is a compact, low microvibration reaction wheel designed for CubeSats up to 12U, featuring custom drive electronics and internal speed control.

Typed specifications18 values

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Mass
165 g
datasheet p.1
Envelope (L×W×H)
40x40x24.5 mm
datasheet p.1
Angular momentum storage
0.028 N·m·s
datasheet p.1 0.028 N·m·s momentum capacity
Max torque
1.5 mN·m
datasheet p.1
Supply voltage
5 V
min · datasheet p.1 12 V max
Data interface
RS-485
datasheet p.1 RS-485 RS485
Wheels in the unit
1
datasheet p.1
Static imbalance
G0.4 Balancing grade (Static and dynamic)
datasheet p.1 0.4 g·cm Balancing grade
Dynamic imbalance
G0.4 Balancing grade (Static and dynamic)
datasheet p.1 0.4 g·cm² Balancing grade
Satellite class
CubeSat
CubeSats up to 12U · datasheet p.1
Drive electronics
integrated
datasheet p.1
Mounting pattern
Horizontal/vertical mounting available, mounting on 3 different planes
datasheet p.1
Control modes
speed
internal speed control · datasheet p.1

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As published by the supplier7 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
Momentum capacity
27.5 mNms
Torque
1.5 mNm
Dimensions
40 × 40 × 24.5 mm
Supply voltage
5–12 V
Communication interface
RS485
Frequency range
150–930 MHz
Target platform
CubeSats up to 12U

About

The Zyra reaction wheel is a compact, low microvibration reaction wheel specifically engineered for CubeSats up to 12U. It incorporates custom drive electronics and internal speed control to ensure high rotational speed accuracy and stability. The wheel is radiation shielded, enhancing its durability and reliability in the harsh space environment. For flexible integration into various satellite designs, it is offered with mounting options on three different planes.

Documentation

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