Umbra Magnetorquer 6
Umbra Lab Inc.
Compact magnetic torque rod delivering at least 6 Am² dipole moment for small satellite attitude control.
Technical specifications
- Max Dimensions
- 5.100 in x 1.440 in x 0.875 in
- Mass
- 300 g
- Input Voltage Range
- 12 V ± 0.5 V for > 6 Am² performance
- Input Voltage Nominal
- 12 V (electromagnetics designed for 12 V)
- Peak Power
- 4.24 W
- Dipole Moment
- ≥ 6 Am²
- Electrical Interface
- Keyed 2-pin circular connector
- Intended Space Environment
- LEO
- Heritage
- Flown on Umbra 11+
- Design Life
- 5+ Years
- Materials Compliance
- ASTM E595 (low outgassing)
- Production
- Assembled and tested in the USA
- Random Vibe
- Qualified to 14.16 Grms profile enveloping GEVS, Falcon 9, SpaceX Rideshare, and Electron levels
- Shock
- Qualified to 1000g peak profile
- Operating Temperature
- -40°C to 80°C
- Survival Temperature
- -40°C to 100°C
- Total Ionizing Dose
- Designed to withstand at least 30 krad TID
About
The Umbra Magnetorquer 6 is engineered for precise, reliable attitude control in demanding small satellite missions. Leveraging space-proven heritage, this compact torque rod delivers at least 6 Am² dipole moment in a minimal form factor, with high torque per required spacecraft volume and rigorous qualification testing. It installs using Umbra’s 4-point mounting pattern or an available mounting tray adaptable to any bolt pattern, and integrates via a simple 2-pin connector into any GNC system.
Documentation
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