Spark Battery Passivator
Ascend Beyond Space
The Spark Battery Passivator is a passive end-of-life safety device that safely and completely discharges lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries on satellites after mission conclusion. By eliminating stored electrical energy, the Spark prevents battery explosions that contribute to orbital debris clouds. The device is triggered by a simple ground command and operates without active electronics, ensuring […]
Technical specifications
- Compatible battery types
- Li-ion, LiPo
- Discharge method
- Passive resistive
- Command interface
- Single ground command
- Operating temperature
- -40 to +85 °C
- Compliance
- IADC debris mitigation guidelines
About
The Spark Battery Passivator is a passive end-of-life safety device that safely and completely discharges lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries on satellites after mission conclusion. By eliminating stored electrical energy, the Spark prevents battery explosions that contribute to orbital debris clouds. The device is triggered by a simple ground command and operates without active electronics, ensuring reliability across all mission phases.
Documentation
No public datasheet yet — request the datasheet / ICD from the supplier.
