Space Mechanisms

A Complete Ecosystem of Non-Pyrotechnic Split-Spool Separation Nut Mechanisms plus Blind-Mate Interconnects for Deployment of Satellite Systems and Structures

Hold-Down and Release Mechanisms (HDRMs)

Blind-Mate and Dead-Face Disconnects Lanyard-Release Connectors

Glenair's line of low-shock HDRM mechanisms includes both North American manufactured devices as well as an EU Series in accordance with ESA standards. Glenair offers a complete HDRM solution for satellite equipment deployment including pin pullers and mechanical release ground test units. Our line of blind-mate, dead-face, ASF, and fail-safe disconnects are the most extensive in the industry. Glenair's family of release and separation mechanisms is augmented with space-grade flexible grounding straps, ESD bonds, and corrosion-resistant space-grade wire.

Low-shock / pyrotechnic-free for single-event release of deployable space systems—configurable electrical initiation with no (amperage) upper limit
Blind-mate, adjustable separation, dead-face, and lanyard-release connectors
High tensile strength shield termination system
Low-resistance, high-conductivity, flexible ground / ESD bond straps
Available 80μin silver-plated Red Plague-resistant circuit wire

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Space Mechanisms

A Complete Ecosystem of Non-Pyrotechnic Split-Spool Separation Nut Mechanisms plus Blind-Mate Interconnects for Deployment of Satellite Systems and Structures

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	Hold-Down and Release Mechanisms (HDRMs) High-Reliability, Non-Explosive (split-spool) Separation Nuts and Electromechanical Release Mechanisms for Dependable Preload Stowage and Release of Deployable Satellites and Space Systems Series 06 (North America)Series GSS (Europe) North American and EU-manufactured non-explosive (split-spool type) light, medium, and heavy-duty preload HDRMs and pin pullers for spacecraft, small satellites, antenna, solar array, reflector, boom, and mast release. TRL 9 technologies with flight heritage. Mechanical release ground test units available for most designs. Custom designs including pin pushers.
	Blind-Mate In-Flight and Dead-Face Disconnects Blind-Mate, Fixed, and Float-Mount Interconnects for Launch, Satellite, and Payload Deployment Applications Series 253 SuperNine Blind-Mate Assisted Separation Force Connectors with MIL-STD-1560 Power and Signal Insert Arrangements SuperNine Dead-Face Connectors with MIL-STD-1560 Power and Signal Insert Arrangements SuperNine Blind-Mate Assisted Separation Force Connectors with High-Speed Data and RF Insert Arrangements
	Lanyard-Release Fail-Safe Connectors Designed for space vehicle and missile launch, Glenair provides two series of jam-free, fail-safe operation lanyard-release connectors with "Better-than-QPL" enhancements to industry-standard designs. AS81703 Series 3 and SuperNine MIL-DTL-38999 Series III types meet customer requirements for highest-reliability stage separation and payload deployment.
	ArmorLite™ Flexible Braided Shielding, Ground Straps, and ESD Bonds Glenair flexible braided shielding, ground straps, and ESD bonds are critical components in all satellite applications. They are used to establish reliable ground path connections, shield critical wires from electromagnetic interference, and prevent the build-up of electrostatic discharge.
	Band-Master ATS® Cable Shield Termination System The Advanced Termination System for Interconnect Cable Shielding Band-Master ATS® is the Glenair application tool and stainless steel band system for reliable EMI/RFI shield sleeve termination. Band-Master ATS® Micro-Max is our highest-tension, low-resistivity solution, meeting the high-reliability requirements of both general satellite and HDRM deployment systems. Related Glenair Product Band-Master ATS® EMI/RFI Cable Shield Termination System
	MIL-STAR™ High-Performance Hookup Wire and Cable Space-Grade Corrosion-Free Hookup Wire Our MIL-STAR line of high-temperature, low fluorine hookup wire and cable is supplied in special configurations to combat Red Plague corrosion. Our many years of experience specifying aerospace-grade wire and cable make us uniquely suited to manufacture and supply MS22759 type wire in the exact configurations required for mission-critical space interconnect applications.