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O6000W-P Single-Use DMS Rocket Motor New Product Information Release 2/1/2024
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the NAR certification and immediate availability of the largest high-power rocket motor ever produced by AeroTech, the new single-use DMS Disposable Motor System O6000W-P.
The O6000W-P measures 152mm diameter x 1,120mm long (5.98 in. x 44.1 in.), making this AeroTech's first 6" diameter high-power rocket motor. The larger diameter was required to contain the nearly full "O" power rating. The static tests for this motor were so spectacular that we've decided to attach videos to this New Product Information Release, plus photos. The new DMS O6000W-P (P/N 15600P) produces a total impulse of 39,620 N-Sec (8,907.37 lb.-Sec.) and delivers a peak thrust of 9,564 N (2,150.18 lbs.) with an impressive burn time of 6.77 seconds. Its delivered total impulse is extremely close to the maximum limit allowed for a Class 2 rocket. Loaded with 22,000g ( 48.5 lb.) of White Lightning propellant, AeroTech's most popular propellant formulation, this motor delivers unbelievably spectacular lift-offs and awesome flights.
Designed to lift large single or multi-stage rockets and heavy payloads, and with an all-up motor weight of 31,520 g (69.5 lb.) it's perfect for mega-size rockets or 30,000 to 40,000 ft. (9,144 m to 12,192 m) college and university payload/altitude competition. It is also potentially capable of reaching 100,000 ft. (30,480 m) altitudes or more with a sleek, high performance airframe and optimized payload. This is a "plugged" rocket motor that does not produce delay smoke or contain an ejection charge and requires the use of an electronically-activated recovery system.
Because the O6000W-P is shipped fully-assembled with a propellant weight of 48.5 lbs., it is considered a "1.3C" rocket motor and requires shipping by a 1.3C-capable carrier, which is extremely expensive. End users, however, may pick-up the O6000W-P rocket motor at our plant in Cedar City, UT. We suggest that you consider this a "Road Trip" rocket motor and when you pick it up, also plan to tour our new AeroTech/lSP facility, Museum of Composite Propellant Hobby Rocketry and museum store in Cedar City, UT. We are located just off Interstate 15, 2 1/2 hours north of Las Vegas, NV. Our plant is located in the middle of Southern Utah's tourist country with famous national parks, monuments and ski areas including Zion, Bryce, Cedar Breaks, Kolob Canyon, Arches, Brian Head and even the Grand Canyon just minutes or a few hours away. If you do plan to pick-up your O6000W-P rocket motor at our facility in Cedar City, please advise our Customer Service Staff of this when you place your order so they can confirm our hours of operation for picking-up your motor.
This motor exceeds the total impulse limit for consumer sales in California. The O6000W-P DMS rocket motor has a suggested retail price of $9,999.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a Level 3 TRA or NAR Certification, or by educational institutions, US government agencies and licensed commercial entities.
Here are links to the static test videos:
The NAR certification document and DMS motor instructions for the O6000W-P will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech-Quest website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
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H14ST-P Single-Use DMS Rocket Motor New Product Information Release 12/7/2023
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of our new H14ST-P 29mm x 230mm single-use DMS Disposable Motor System, long burn solid composite propellant, high-power hobby rocket motor.
Our new H14ST-P DMS high-power rocket motor was designed by Gary Rosenfield, RCS/AeroTech founder and president, after developing the H13ST-P for the Hamster Dance competition at Black Rock Desert, NV during the BALLS-28 launch. Our new H14ST-P is capable of reaching altitudes over 20,000 feet with an 18.3 second burn time. This low-thrust, long burn high-power hobby rocket motor has the highest total-impulse of any 29mm long burn high-power rocket motor available.
The H14ST-P is offered in two versions, with a built-in thrust ring (P/N 081400) and without (P/N 081400NTR). This is a great rocket motor for both heavier gliders and lighter weight, high altitude rockets as a single-stage or upper stage low thrust / long burn propulsion system. Featuring AeroTech’s fast-burning Super Thunder propellant formulation, the H14ST-P delivers a sharp high-thrust spike followed by a reduced sustain thrust for the remainder of the burn.
The H14ST-P delivers 240.12 N-sec (53.98 lb.-sec) of total-impulse with a peak thrust of 42.13 N (9.35 lbs.). This is a “plugged” motor that does not produce delay smoke or contain any ejection charge. Rockets using this type of rocket motor must utilize an electronically-activated recovery system.
Length: 230mm (9.06”)
Propellant: Super Thunder
Total Impulse:240.12 N-Sec/53.98lb.-Sec
Burn Time: 18.3 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 42.13 N (9.35 lb.)
Delay Time: Plugged Motor
Propellant Weight: 134 g (4.727 oz.)
Loaded Weight: 56.9 g (2.0 oz.)
California State Fire Marshal classification and approval has been granted for the H14ST-P DMS rocket motor. It ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $62.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a minimum Level 1 TRA or NAR Certification, or by educational institutions, government agencies and licensed commercial entities.
The DMS thrust ring design is protected under U.S. patent No. 10,746,133. TRA certification documents and DMS motor instructions for the H14ST-P are available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech-Quest website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
- Q-Jet F41W Single-Use Rocket Motor New Product Information Release 10/09/2023
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of our new Q-Jet 24mm x 95mm F41W single-use White Lightning model rocket rocket motor, available in 3 delay times.
The new F41W model rocket motor is a mid-range "F" producing nearly 47.7 N-Sec (10.7 lb.-Sec) of total impulse with a 1.1 second burn time. Using 0.96 oz. (27.1 g) of White Lightning propellant, AeroTech's most popular solid composite propellant formulation, this new motor has a total weight of 2.0 oz. (56.9 g). AeroTech's White Lightning propellant produces a brilliant white exhaust plume. bright white smoke and a throaty roar at lift-off. This new Q-Jet rocket motor uses the same family of aerospace grade solid composite propellant as NASA's Space Shuttle boosters, military missiles, sounding rockets and NASA's SLS moon rocket boosters.
The F41W generates a peak thrust of 54.2 N (12.2 Ib.) with an average thrust of 42.2 N (9.5 lb.). The F41W is available in 5 (No. 6160), 8 (No. 6162) and 1 (No. 6164) second delay times and features a built-in thrust ring eliminating the need for an internal motor block. This 24mm x 95mm Q-Jet rocket motor is smaller and 40% lighter than its 29mm × 114mm F15 black powder (BP) competitor and is designed to fit a much broader range of rocket kits. The new smaller and lighter F41W model rocket motor delivers 96.2% of the total impulse of an F15 BP model rocket motor. Packaged in a full-color clamshell with FirstFire Micro Initiators, the F41W has a 2-pack S P of $28.99 and is USPS, FedEx and UPS shippable with no HazMat fee.
Length: 95mm (3.7”)
Propellant: White Lightning
Total Impulse: 47.7 N-Sec. (10.7 lb.-Sec.)
Burn Time: 1.1 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 54.2 N (12.2 lb.)
Delay Time: 5, 8 and 11 seconds
Propellant Weight: 27.1 g (0.96 oz.)
Loaded Weight: 56.9 g (2.0 oz.)
California State Fire Marshal classification and approval has been granted for the F41W model rocket motor.
TRA certification documents for the F41W will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech-Quest website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
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This Is Really Great News!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
The HazMat shipping protocol for model rocket motors has changed. We believe that this represents great news for our distributors, dealers, consumers and industry. Following the guidelines of the summary below, the shipment of “A” type to “G” type single-use model rocket motors and rocket motor reload kits will no longer require Flammable Solid HazMat labeling, HazMat paperwork or HazMat fees.
SUMMARY
AeroTech/Quest has determined and confirmed with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) that previously DOT-approved model rocket motors, rocket motor reloading kits and igniters that are reclassified under special permit DOT-SP 7887 as Flammable solids, organic, n.o.s., Division 4.1, Identification number UN1325, Packing group II may be offered for ground transportation only according to the limited quantity provisions of 49 CFR 173.156, 49 CFR 173.151 and 49 CFR 173.315, under the following conditions:
- Inner packages may contain up to 1.0 kg (2.2 pounds) net propellant weight capacity each, packed in a strong outer packaging (49CFR 173.151(b)(1)(i)).
- All outer packaging and gross weight requirements of DOT-SP 7887 must be met including:
- The outer packaging must not exceed 11.3 kg. (25 pounds) gross weight if no model rocket motors contain more than 30 grams of propellant. The outer packaging shall not exceed 4.5 kg. (10 pounds) gross weight if any model rocket motors contain more than 30 grams, but none contain more than 62.5 grams of propellant.
- Outer packaging must be UN 4C1 Boxes of natural wood; UN 4D Plywood boxes; UN 4F Boxes of reconstituted wood; or UN 4G Fiberboard boxes.
- The DOT Limited Quantity (LQ) marking must be applied to each outer packaging (49 CFR 172.315):
- No other marking or labeling needs to be applied to the outer packaging (49CFR 173.151(b)(1)).
- No shipping paper is required (49CFR 173.151(d)).
- A current copy of the DOT-SP 7887 special permit must be maintained at each facility where the package is offered or reoffered for transportation.
- The model rocket motors and reload kits authorized under this special permit DOT-SP 7887 may be shipped in the same outer packaging with non-hazardous materials needed to construct model rockets.
- Igniters originally classed as Division 1.4G or 1.4S may be shipped with the rocket motors or reload kits.
- Multiple outer packages may be overpacked in accordance with the provisions of 49 CFR 173.25.
- Shipments of limited quantities of division4.1 flammable solids are not subject to placarding requirements (49CFR 173.151(b)(1)).
- Hazmat fees will not be incurred for packages shipped in this manner via FedEx or UPS.
- Per DOT-SP 7887: “A person who receives a shipment of model rocket motor kits classed under this special permit but is not a grantee may reoffer the kits for transportation in conformance with this special permit provided no modifications or changes are made to the inner packagings and they are reoffered for transportation in conformance with this special permit and the HMR.”
Basically this means that we will now be able to ship 25 lb. gross weight shipments of model rocket motors that contain no more than 30 grams of propellant each and 10 lb. gross weight shipments of model rocket motors that contain more than 30 grams of propellant each, but no more than 62.5 grams of propellant each, without HazMat labels, HazMat paperwork or HazMat fees providing the DOT Limited Quantity marking is used. Larger size and weight shipments can be made as long as the 10 lb. or 25 lb. inner packs utilize UN approved boxes within an outer pack fiberboard box, which has the DOT Limited Quantity marking applied.
Please see the following links for the actual CFR regulations involved in this interpretation and explanation:
Please refer to the Master Motor Matrix for propellant weights. A copy of DOT-SP 7887 can be viewed here.
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AeroTech M2225WS-PS RMS Rocket Motor Reload Kit New Product Information Release 9/11/2023
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of our new RMS Reloadable Motor System M2225WS-PS rocket motor reload kit (No. 13222P), designed for RMS-75/5120 hardware.
The M225WS-PS uses AeroTech’s high-performance Super White Lightning propellant formulation producing the brightest possible white flame and brilliant exhaust plume at lift-off, plus a higher “specific impulse” or Isp and higher thrust level than our standard White Lightning propellant. This new motor delivers an impressive 5,205 N-Sec. (1,170.2 lb.-Sec.) of total Impulse, with a burn time of 2.32 seconds and a peak thrust of 2,418 N (543.6 lbs.). The reload kit propellant weight is 2,331 g (5.13 lbs.) with an all-up motor system weight of 4,685 g (10.32 lbs.). This Super White Lightning rocket motor produces lots of bright white smoke and a real throaty roar at lift-off, plus tracking smoke, however it is a “plugged” motor that does not include an ejection charge, requiring the utilization of an electronically-activated recovery system. The M2225WS-PS rocket motor is perfect for Level 3 certification attempts or extreme high performance flights.
M2225WS-PS Specifications
Diameter: 75mm (2.965“)
Length: 681mm (26.8”)
Propellant: Super White Lightning
Total Impulse: 5,205 N-Sec. (1,170.2 lb.-Sec.) Burn Time: 2.32 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 2,418 N (543.6 lbs.)
Delay Time: Plugged with Smoke
Propellant Weight: 2,331 g (5.13 lbs.)
Loaded Weight: 4,685 g (10.32 lbs.)
California State Fire Marshal classification and approval has been granted for the M2225WS-PS RMS Reload Kit. The M2225WS-PS (No. 13222P) RMS Reload Kit ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $405.99 and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a Level 3 TRA or NAR Certification, or by educational institutions, government agencies and licensed commercial entities. As the propellant weight exceeds 5 lbs, a State Department License is required for international shipments.
AeroTech invented the reloadable high-power rocket motor in 1990 and continues to lead the sport rocket industry in single-use and reloadable motor technology. All RMS motor hardware features aircraft-grade machined aluminum casings and forward and aft closures with integral thrust rings. Thrust rings on RMS motors are designed to fit standard motor retainers.
TRA certification documents, RMS motor instructions and assembly drawings for the entire RMS line are available for download in PDF format from the the Resource Library on the AeroTech website at http://www.aerotech-rocketry.com.
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Classic Enerjet® E24C & F67C 29mm x 83mm Single-Use Mid-Power Rocket Motors New Product Information Release 4/4/2023
AeroTech is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of the new E24C and F67C Classic Enerjet 29mm x 83mm single-use, composite propellant, mid-power rocket motors.
These new rocket motors are “More Blasts From The Past”, joining the F52C Classic Enerjets which mimic the look, sound and performance of the original Enerjet propellant. According to Gary Rosenfield, company founder and president, “Our Classic Enerjet rocket motors capture the spirit of the original Enerjet rocket motors, which inspired me to become a model rocket manufacturer”.
AeroTech’s Classic propellant formulation delivers impressive lift-offs with a 
translucent exhaust plume studded with supersonic mach diamonds and no smoke, that appears to make your rocket leap-off the launch pad. Enerjets were the first composite propellant model rocket motors available to the public, developed by Mr. Irv Wait in the late 1960’s and later sold by Centuri Engineering from 1971 to 1974. Enerjet rocket motors revolutionized model rocket performance capabil- ities and paved the way for a great expansion in the hobby.
The new E24C has a total impulse of 36.3 N-sec (8.2 lb.-sec) with a 1.6 second burn time and a total weight of 2.5oz. (70.7 g). Available in 4 (#52404), 7 (#52407) and 10 (#52410) second time delays.
The new F67C has a total impulse 77.5 N sec (17.4 lb.-sec) with a 1.4 second burn time and a total weight of 3.0 oz. (85.7 g). Available in 6 (#66710), 9 (#66712) and 14 (#66714) second delay times.
Our 29mm x 83mm Classic Enerjet model rocket motors feature a molded thrust 
ring and the E24C and F52C have 30 grams of propellant or less making them USPS mailable. Retail packaged in attractive 2-motor clamshells with FirstFire Mini Initiators and nostalgic motor instruction and performance insert. SRP’s are $41.99 for the E24C 2-pack, $43.99 for the F52C 2-pack and $45.99 for the F67C 2-pack.
- AeroTech N4000W-PS RMS "Collegiate" Rocket Motor Reload Kit and RMS-98/20480 Motor Hardware Casing New Product Information Release 02/10/2023
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce our new N4000W-PS RMS Reloadable
Motor System rocket motor reload kit designed for use in AeroTech’s new RMS-98/20480 Rocket Motor Hardware Casing. This powerful new rocket motor has been developed specifically to meet the lifting and performance requirements of college and university rocket teams seeking to achieve altitudes of 30,000 ft. or more. Tripoli certification is in process and availability is anticipated well before IREC in June 2023 and we are accepting pre-orders now.
The N4000W-PS rocket motor reload kit delivers an impressive 18,540 N-Sec (4,168.2 lb.-Sec.) of total impulse, the highest of any 98mm RMS motor, with a 4.6 second burn time and an all-up weight in the RMS-98/20480 motor hardware of 35.8 lb. (16,252 g). Featuring AeroTech’s aerospace-grade White Lightning propellant formulation, the peak thrust is 5,320 N (1,196 lb.) with an average thrust of approximately 4,000 N (899 lb.) and a propellant weight of 9,800 g (21.6 lbs.). Our White Lightning propellant produces a brilliant white exhaust plume with lots of bright white smoke and a throaty roar at lift-off. Although the N4000W-PS produces delay smoke, it is a “plugged” motor that does not include an ejection charge and requires the utilization of an electronically-activated recovery system. Along with the new RMS-98/20480 RMS motor casing, the N4000W-PS is designed to provide collegiate rocket teams with a powerful and available option for the 30,000-foot altitude event at IREC. The N4000W-PS also requires use of a 98mm stainless steel forward seal disk (98FSDSS) and standard 98mm RMS forward and aft closures. The RMS-98/20480 motor case is sized for 8 traditional length propellant grains, however, the N4000W-PS reload kit features 7 longer propellant grains for its tailored ballistic properties.
Total Overall Length: 1,430 mm (56.3”)
Propellant: White Lightning
Total Impulse: 18,540 N-Sec. (4,168.2 lb.-Sec.)
Burn Time: 4.6 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 5,320 N (1,196 lbs.)
Delay Time: Plugged with Smoke
Propellant Weight: 9,800 g (21.6 lbs.)
Loaded Weight: 16,252 g (35.8 lb.)
This motor cannot be sold or used as a “high power rocket motor” in California due to OSFM regulations. The N4000W-PS (No. 14400P) RMS Reload Kit ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $1,799.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a Level 3 NAR or TRA Certification or by educational institutions, govern- ment agencies or licensed commercial entities. The RMS-98/20480 motor casing (No. 9820C) has a suggested retail price of $1,499.99 each.
AeroTech invented the reloadable high-power rocket motor in 1990 and continues to lead the sport rocket industry in single-use and reloadable motor technology. All RMS motor hardware features aircraft-grade machined aluminum casings and forward and aft closures with integral thrust rings. Thrust rings on RMS motors are designed to fit standard motor retainers.
TRA certification documents, RMS motor instructions and assembly drawings for the entire RMS line will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech website at http://www.aerotech-rocketry.com
- AeroTech O5500X-PS DMS 98mm High-Power Single-Use Rocket Motor New Product Information Release 1/12/2023
AeroTech is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification of the O5500X-PS, a new 98mm DMS Disposable Motor System single-use rocket motor that produces the highest certified total impulse of any 98mm rocket motor ever sold to the sport rocketry market.
The new O5500X-PS DMS rocket motor replaces the O5280X-PS DMS rocket motor that has been placed on hold for more than a year due to casing integrity concerns. The O5500X-PS utilizes a new, thicker walled fiberglass casing and features updated assembly instructions, plus a new instructional video.
The O5500X-PS (P/N 15550P) motor uses AeroTech’s high-Isp Propellant X to produce an exception- ally high total impulse, accompanied by a bright white flame with a moderate amount of smoke. The motor delivers 21,384 N-sec (4,808 lb. sec) of total impulse in 4.03 seconds making it ideal for extreme high-altitude attempts (including two-stage flights to the edge of outer space!) and sport flights in heavy weight rockets. The O5500X-PS is a “plugged” motor that produces tracking smoke only, and cannot be configured with an integral ejection charge. Rockets using 75 and 98mm DMS motors must utilize an electronically-activated recovery system.
O5500X-PS 98mm DMS SpecificationsDiameter: 3.875” (98mm)
Length: 55.44” (1,408mm)
Propellant: Propellant X
Total impulse: 21,384 N-sec (4,808 lb.-sec)
Burn time: 4.03 sec
Peak thrust: 1,698 lbs. (7,552 N) Delay time: N/A (plugged)
Propellant wt.: 9,779 grams (21.56 lb.)
The O5500X-PS may be purchased by L3 certified consumers 18 years of age or older. Availability is anticipated for Spring 2023 and we are accepting pre-orders now. The O5500X-PS ships with a First- Fire initiator and carries a suggested retail price of $2,999.99.
The O5500X-PS DMS motor features a filament-wound fiberglass casing, a glass-reinforced composite phenolic nozzle and a machined aluminum bulkhead with a built-in 3/8-16 thread for a matching eye bolt. The O5500X-PS motor is configured with a removable, threaded fiberglass thrust ring. Thrust rings on DMS motors are designed to fit standard motor retainers. All DMS motors ship with a FirstFire or FirstFire Jr. initiator. The O5500X-PS is sold in kit form for shipping purposes and requires a specific build process that must be followed precisely for proper and safe operation. All necessary adhesives and instructions are included.
The DMS motor design is protected under U.S. patent no. 9,416,753 B2 and other patents pending. TRA certification documents, DMS motor instructions and a data sheet containing information for the entire DMS line are available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech website at http://www.aerotech-rocketry.com
PDF version of this Information Release is available here
- AeroTech RMS K1800ST-PS Rocket Motor Reload Kit New Product Information Release 11/23/22
Perfect for heavy rockets launched from small fields, the K1800ST-PS delivers 2,440 N-Sec (548.6 lb.- Sec.) of total impulse with a 1.4 second burn time and an all-up weight in motor hardware of 6.1 lb. (2,766.9 g). It’s also a great booster for two-stage rockets, and features 2.45 lb. (1,113 g) of AeroTech’s aerospace-grade Super Thunder (ST) propellant formulation with a burn rate midway between Blue Thunder and Warp-9 propellant types. The K1800ST-PS generates a peak thrust of 2,082.4 N (468.1 lb.) with an average thrust of 1,776.5 N (399.4 lb.). Super Thunder propellant displays a bright blue flame with prominent Mach diamonds and little smoke. Although the K1800ST-PS produces tracking smoke, it is a “plugged” motor that does not include an ejection charge and requires the utilization of an electronically-activated recovery system.
K1800ST-PS SpecificationsPropellant: Super Thunder
Total Impulse: 2,440 N-Sec. (548.6 lb.-Sec.)
Burn Time: 1.4 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 2,082.4 N (468.1 lb.
Delay Time: Plugged with Smoke
Propellant Weight: 1,113 g (2.45 lb.)
Loaded Weight: 2,766.9 g (6.1 lb.)
Product No. 11180P
California State Fire Marshal classification and approval has been granted for the K1800ST-PS RMS Reload Kit. It ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $249.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a minimum Level 2 NAR or TRA Certification, or by educational institutions, government agencies and licensed commercial entities.
AeroTech invented the reloadable high-power rocket motor in 1990 and continues to lead the hobby & sport rocket industry in single-use and reloadable rocket motor technology. All RMS motor hardware features aircraft-grade machined aluminum casings and forward and aft closures with integral thrust rings. Thrust rings on RMS motors are designed to fit standard motor retainers.
TRA certification documents, RMS motor instructions and assembly drawings for the entire RMS line
will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech-Quest website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
For more information or to order contact: customerservice@aerotech-rocketry.com
PDF version of this Information Release is available here
- Q-Jet E35W Single-Use Rocket Motor New Product Information Release 11/18/2022
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of our new Q-Jet 24mm x 95mm E35W single-use White Lightning model rocket rocket motor, available in 3 delay times.
The new E35W model rocket motor is nearly a full “E” producing 39.4 N-Sec (8.9 lb.-Sec) of total impulse with a 1.1 second burn time. Using 0.9 oz. (26.5 g) of White Lightning propellant, Aero- Tech’s most popular solid composite propellant formulation, this new motor has a total weight of 2.1 oz. (58.5 g). AeroTech’s White Lightning propellant produces a brilliant white exhaust plume, bright white smoke and a throaty roar at lift-off. This new Q-Jet rocket motor uses the same family of aerospace grade solid composite propellant as NASA’s Space Shuttle boosters, military missiles, sounding rockets and NASA’s SLS moon rocket boosters. The E35W generates a peak thrust of 43.7 N (9.8 lb.) with an average thrust of 33.8 N (7.8 lb.).
The E35W is available in 5 (No. 6150), 8 (No. 6152) and 11 (No. 6154) second delay times and features a built-in thrust ring eliminating the need for an internal motor block. This 24mm x 95mm Q- Jet rocket motor is smaller and 30% lighter than its 29mm x 114mm E16 black powder (BP) com- petitor and is designed to fit a much broader range of rocket kits. The new smaller and lighter E35W model rocket motor delivers a significantly higher total impulse than the E16 BP model rocket motor. Packaged in a full-color clamshell with FirstFire Micro Initiators, the E35W has a 2-pack SRP of $24.99 and is USPS shippable with no HazMat fee, unlike the E16 BP rocket motor.
Length: 95mm (3.7”)
Propellant: White Lightning
Total Impulse: 39.4 N-Sec. (8.9 lb.-Sec.)
Burn Time: 1.1 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 43.7 N (9.8 lb.)
Delay Time: 5, 8 and 11 seconds
Propellant Weight: 26.5 g (0.9 oz.)
Loaded Weight: 58.5 g (2.1 oz.)
California State Fire Marshal classification and approval has been granted for the E35W model rocket motor.
TRA certification documents for the E35W will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech-Quest website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
- AeroTech I40N-P Long Burn DMS™ Rocket Motor New Product Information Release 10/24/22
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of our new DMS Disposable Motor System I40N-P long-burn rocket motor (No. 094000).
The I40N-P is a long-burn, high-performance rocket motor intended for large gliders and lightweight vertical trajectory rockets for flights to high altitudes. It delivers 374.9 N-Sec (84.3 lb.-Sec.) of total impulse with an impressive 10.0 second burn time and a total weight of 12.7 oz. (359.9 g). This new rocket motor utilizes 7.0 oz. (197.0 g) of AeroTech’s aerospace-grade Warp-9 (N) propellant formulation with a core-modified end-burner design. Displaying a yellow-orange flame studded with "mach diamonds", Warp-9 is AeroTech's fastest-burning propellant. Warp-9 is perfect when you need the highest thrust possible or when you have an end-burner requiring a high initial thrust with a steady and strong sustained thrust. The I40N-P generates a peak thrust of 101.9 N (22.9 lb.) with an average thrust of 37.8 N (8.5 lb.). The I40N-P is a plugged motor that does not produce delay smoke or an ejection charge, requiring the use of an electronically-activated recovery system.
Diameter: 38mm (1.5)Total Impulse: 374.9 N-Sec. (84.3 lb.-Sec.)
Burn Time: 10.0 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 101.9 N (22.9 lb.)
Delay Time: Plugged - Requires electronic recovery system deployment.
Propellant Weight: 197.0 g (7.0 oz.)
Loaded Weight: 359.9 g (12.7 oz.)
and approval has been granted for the I40N-P DMS rocket motor. It ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $69.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a minimum Level 1 NAR or TRA Certification, or by educational institutions, government agencies and licensed commercial entities.
TRA certification documents and DMS motor instructions for the I40N-P will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech-Quest website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
PDF version of this Information Release is available here
- AeroTech RMS J615ST-20A Aerospike Rocket Motor Reload Kit New Product Information Release 8/12/22
The J615ST-20A has a high-thrust profile for heavy rockets delivering 745.5 N-Sec (167.6 lb.-Sec.) of total impulse with a 1.2 second burn time and an all-up weight in motor hardware of 1.8 lb. (801.7 g). This new rocket motor utilizes AeroTech’s aerospace-grade Super Thunder (ST) propellant formulation with a burn rate midway between Blue Thunder and Warp-9 propellant types. The J615ST-20A generates a peak thrust of 933.9 N (209.7 lb.) with an average thrust of 615.1 N (138.3 lb.). The J615ST-20A includes an ejection charge and produces tracking smoke via a 20 second time delay adjustable to increments of 18, 16, 14 and 12 seconds.
J615ST-20A SpecificationsDiameter: 54mm (2.13”)
Length: 240.4mm (9.5”)
Propellant: Super Thunder
Total Impulse: 745.5 N-Sec. (167.6 lb.-Sec.)
Peak Thrust: 933.9 N (209.7 lb.)
Propellant Weight: 370.5 g (0.82 lb.)
Loaded Weight: 801.7 g (1.8 lb.)
California State Fire Marshal classification
and approval has been granted for the J615ST-20A RMS Reload Kit. It ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $99.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a minimum Level 2 NAR or TRA Certification, or by educational institutions, government agencies and licensed commercial entities.
TRA certification documents, RMS motor instructions and assembly drawings for the J615ST-20A will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com
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- AeroTech RMS K750ST-PS Rocket Motor Reload Kit New Product Information Release 7/11/22
AeroTech/Quest is pleased to announce the Tripoli certification and immediate availability of our new RMS Reloadable Motor System K750ST-PS rocket motor reload kit, AeroTech’s 2nd rocket motor reload kit designed to use the single-grain RMS-75/1280 hardware.
Perfect for heavy rockets launched from small fields, the K750ST-PS delivers 1,298.7 N-Sec (292.0 lb.- Sec.) of total impulse with a 1.74 burn time and an all-up weight in motor hardware of 4.29 lb. (1,945.9 g). It’s also a great booster for two-stage rockets, and features AeroTech’s aerospace-grade Super Thunder (ST) propellant formulation with a burn rate midway between Blue Thunder and Warp-9 propellant types. The K750ST-PS generates a peak thrust of 835.7 N (187.9 lb.) with an average thrust of 746.6 N (167.9 lb.). Super Thunder propellant displays a bright blue flame with prominent Mach diamonds and little smoke. Although the K750ST-PS produces tracking smoke, it is a “plugged” motor that does not include an ejection charge and requires the utilization of an electronically-activated recovery system.
Length: 266.7mm (10.5”)
Propellant: Super Thunder
Total Impulse: 1,298.7 N-Sec. (292.4 lb.-Sec.)
Burn Time: 1.7 Seconds
Peak Thrust: 835.7 N (187.9 lb.)
Delay Time: Plugged
Propellant Weight: 595 g (1.3 lb.)
Loaded Weight: 1,947.5 g (4.3 lb.)
California State Fire Marshal classification and approval has been granted for the K750ST-PS RMS Reload Kit. It ships with a standard FirstFire Initiator, has a suggested retail price of $157.99 each and may be purchased by consumers 18 years of age or older with a minimum Level 2 NAR or TRA Certification, or by educational institutions, government agencies and licensed commercial entities.
AeroTech invented the reloadable high-power rocket motor in 1990 and continues to lead the sport rocket industry in single-use and reloadable rocket motor technology. All RMS motor hardware features aircraft-grade machined aluminum casings and forward and aft closures with integral thrust rings. Thrust rings on RMS motors are designed to fit standard motor retainers.
TRA certification documents, RMS motor instructions and assembly drawings for the entire RMS line will be available for download in PDF format from the Resource Library on the AeroTech website at http://www.aerotech-quest.com