Cable release mechanisms

Hold down and release actuators

Eaton's non-explosive actuator solutions include G&H Technology cable-release mechanisms. These low-shock devices can be configured with single or multiple release points and provide rapid releases with low power consumption.

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Safe handling and deployment; non-explosive actuators do not require the explosive materials precautions associated with pyrotechnic actuators.
Fragment and debris-free operation.
Form, fit, and function replacements for pyrotechnic actuators can be quickly developed.

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Field refurbishment accelerates system-level testing

Cable releases utilize split-spool initiators as hold down preloading assemblies and cables as hold down release actuators.
Multiple-test sequences can be performed by field replacement of the initiators which typically costs less than 20% of the expense of replacing one shot, pyrotechnic devices.
Field-resetable mechanical initiators (right end of depicted solution) replace one of the electrical initiators to enable multiple test releases without the need for refurbishments.

Field refurbishment accelerates system-level testing

Cable releases utilize split-spool initiators as hold down preloading assemblies and cables as hold down release actuators.
Multiple-test sequences can be performed by field replacement of the initiators which typically costs less than 20% of the expense of replacing one shot, pyrotechnic devices.
Field-resetable mechanical initiators (right end of depicted solution) replace one of the electrical initiators to enable multiple test releases without the need for refurbishments.

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Space and launch connectors, cables , and non-explosive actuators

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Additional product selection and design-in information is provided in Eaton's Non-Explosive Actuators Design Guide and the Space and Launch Capabilities Brochure.

Non-Explosive Actuators Design Guide contents include:

Non-explosive and pyrotechnic actuator technology comparisons
Theories of operation for tension releases, actuators, cell-bypass switches, and highly-integrated solutions such as interconnect releases and structural-separation systems.

Space and Launch Capabilities Brochure contents include:

Release mechanisms technologies, design platforms and custom-solution capabilities
Space-rated connector selection including NATC, cryogenic to 5000 degrees F. operating ranges and low-imparted-shock solutions.
Theories of operation for electrically and mechanically initiated umbilicals and in-flight disconnects.

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