AFRL PUC-0.5U

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Overview

The VACCO AFRL Propulsion Unit for CubeSats (PUC) is a delta-v propulsion system specifically optimized for CubeSats. The propulsion module is available in a variety of sizes from 0.14U to 1U with features that include minimal payload displacement, high delta-v, low mass, low power and a simple control interface.


Development hardware has been extensively tested including 75,000+ cold gas firings in a vacuum chamber.


The self-contained propulsion system includes an integral controller, propellant storage, propellant feed system, sensors and a 5.4 mN warm gas thruster. Reliability is ensured through simplicity of design, welded titanium construction and frictionless valve technology.

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Overview

Name
AFRL PUC-0.5U
Component Type
Cold Gas System
Form Factor
CubeSat
Heritage
N/A

Vendor Details

Name
VACCO Industries
Founded
1954

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Specifications

Component Type
Cold Gas System
Form Factor
CubeSat
Dry Mass
0.568 kg
Average Power
15.0 W
Heritage
N/A
Status
In Production
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