BCT RW1 (Microsats) - Blue Canyon Technologies

RW1 Reaction Wheel
TM
High-Performance Attitude Control
Reaction Wheel for precise attitude control of Microsats
Key Features
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High torque and momentum capabilities
Highly efficient design
Low Jitter
Long Life Bearings
Patent Pending
Total Integrated Mission Solutions
Blue Canyon Technologies High-Performance Solutions
The BCT RW1 Reaction Wheel is a highly capable SmallSat Reaction Wheel. The BCT-designed thin motor enables small size
and mass, as well an efficient use of power. The integrated control electronics include digital command and telemetry
interface, control algorithms, and performance monitoring functions.
The BCT RW1 Reaction Wheel uses a highly
efficient, ironless motor and long life hybrid
bearing and lubrication system. The wheels
undergo extensive testing to characterize
their electrical and mechanical
performance, including jitter and life test.
Induced vibration/jitter is very low, with full
6DOF waterfall plots available and fine
balancing available upon request.
RW1 Capability
Specification
Performance
Momentum
Max Speed
Max Torque
Lifetime
Mass
Volume
Nominal power consumption
Peak power
Operating voltage
Data interface
Integrated Wheel Angle Error
Tachometer Accuracy
1.5 Nms*
6,000 RPM
40 - 100 mNm*
>5 Years
1.5 kg
5.9” x 5.9” x 2.54”
5W
46W*
+28V (±6V)
RS-422, RS-485 or CAN*
7e-3 rad (1 sec @ 500 RPM)
1 RPM (1 @ 50ms lag)
Fine Dynamic Imbalance – Static
Fine Dynamic Imbalance – Couple
≤0.6 gcm
≤1.8 gcm2
* Can be tailored at time of order
Blue Canyon Technologies
2425 55th St. STE 200-A
Boulder, CO 80301
720.458.0703
www.bluecanyontech.com
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