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Altacc

Recovery of hybrid and high altitude rockets requires the use of recovery electronics.  Altimeters dynamically respond to the flight and must be the preferred method of ensuring the deployment of recovery devices and the safe recovery of the flight vehicle.

The Black Sky Research (BSR) Altacc has many features that make it the leader in its class.
  • The only altimeter that is standard with Windows-95/98, DOS and PalmPilot software (Third party UNIX and Linux data analysis software is also available for the ALTACC).
  • Designed with high reliability surface mount technology.
  • Does not require complex wiring harness or programming.
  • Fast simple installation- just a drill and screwdriver.
  • Self contained, clearly marked, drogue and main recovery channels.
  • Data capture and download to PC with included software, and RS-232 serial cable.
  • Can fit in a 38mm diameter body tube.
  • Powered on a standard PP3 9 volt battery.


Performance Parameter Performance Metric*
Acceleration Measurement Range +/-25g's (typical)
Acceleration Resolution 0.30+/-0.1 g (typical)
Lift- off Detection 1.0g for0.25 seconds
Minimum Velocity Error at Peak Altidude +/- 2 seconds(typical for acceleration integration)
Maximum Time of Flight to Deployment Unlimited. However at altitudes >50,00ft , rocket instability can cause errors
Pressure Measurement Range 2.8 to14.7 PSI
Pressure Resolution 0.05+/-0.01 PSI (typical)
Pressure Altitude Range/ Relative Accuracy 0 to 15K +/-105 feet
15.1 to 30K +/- 420 feet
>30.1K feet/data may not be valid
Recovery Deployment Altitude 500 +100/-0 feet
Sample Rate 16 samples per second for each sensor
Total Storage Time 4.25 minutes
Data Input-Output Type RS-232Rx/Tx implementaion
Power Supply Voltage Range 7 to14 volts (if 9V battery not used)
Standby Current <_ 6  mA
Operating Temperature Range 32 to 158 Degrees F
Dimensions 1.2"W x 3.6"L x1.5"H
Weight Altacc 1.3 oz (37gms)
9v battery 1.7 oz (46gms)
Ignitor Current Output 1.5A @8.5V (fresh battery)



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