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Solar Array Drive Assembly for SmallSats

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Solar Array Drive Mechanism by Moog (6 more products)
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The Small Satellite Solar Array Drive Assembly from Moog is a Solar Array Drive Mechanism that has an output torque of 50 lbs-in. This mechanism has an output step size of 0.018 degrees and a cycle life of 90,000 revs of output. It requires an operating voltage of 22 VDC and has a power consumption of 10 W. The mechanism has a mass of 3.25 lbm and measures Ø4.6 x 4.8 inches. It features a modular design and is capable of low-earth orbit operations. The mechanism is an ideal power solution for positioning solar array panels.

Product Specifications

Product Details

  • Part Number
    Small Satellite Solar Array Drive Assembly
  • Manufacturer
    Moog
  • Description
    Solar Array Drive Assembly for SmallSats

General Parameters

  • Orbit
    LEO
  • Motor Type
    Stepper Motor
  • Mass
    1.13 Kg
  • Output Torque
    38 lbs-in (4.2 Nm)
  • Supply Voltage
    22 V
  • Power Consumption
    12 W
  • Step Size
    0.4 Degree
  • Operating Temperature
    -40 to 65 Degree C
  • Dimension
    5.8 x 4.7 x 3.8 Inches(L x W x H)
  • Note
    Slip Ring Current : 1.5 A

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