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What is the difference between the Cesaroni 38mm 6-grain casing and the 6XL casing? The obvious difference is that the 6XL is longer. The XL stands for extra-long. But that isn't the real question that people are hinting at when they ask us about the 6XL casing. What they are really wanting to know is about the spacer system, and how to use the spacer system in the XL casing so that they can use a 5-grain rocket propellant kit inside of it. That way, they don't have to buy a 5-grain casing if they can get away with just using the longer 6XL casing. They can amortize the cost of the 6XL casing because they can use so many more motors inside of it. This video will show you the differences between the 6XL and the 6-Grain casing. You'll see what is on the inside of the propellant kits, so that all of this makes a lot more sense. Check it out. Note: This applies to the 38-6XL case only. The 29mm and 54mm use slightly different configurations to go from 6GXL to 6G, although the concept is the same. View this week's Rocketry Workshop Video (Duration: 6:31) | | Previous videos are found on our archive page. |
| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | | | The Estes Viking is a small rocket that features cardboard fins that can be attached on any of their four edges. With up to five fins per rocket, this allows for 48 different combinations. If you're using this in a classroom, it can make each of your student's rocket look unique and perform differently from each other. This economically priced bulk pack includes 12 rockets. |
| | | Got a complex high-powered rocket project? Say, like something that is multi-stages, or has air-started motors or strap-on boosters? Then the EasyMega from Altus Metrum is something you might interest you. This flight computer has 6 pyro channels for controlling events on your rocket. It also Includes gyros for tilt limiting events, which makes it great for staging high-power rockets, and also for dual-deployment events. The EasyMega has most of the funtionality of the TeleMega but without the GPS receiver and radio telemetry link. So you don't need a HAM radio license to use it. |
| | | The Mach 1 brand of fiberglass tubes are your typical filament wound variety, but have thinner wall thickness so they are a little lighter weight than other fiberglass tubes. The range in size from 18mm to 4 inches in diameter. The nice thing about them is that standard nose cones for thin-wall paper tube fit on them nicely. Check them all out here. |
| | | Odd'l Rockets has releasted two new engine mount kits with 18mm heavy wall motor tubes. They also have a shock cord that is mounted behind the aft centering ring so that you can inspect the cord prior to flight if necessary. They both have 18mm motor tubes, and one fits BT-55 (33mm) tubes, and the other fits BT-60 (41.6mm) tubes. |
| | | The Peregrine is a high-power capable dual-deployment rocket. The purpose of dual deployment is to bring the rocket down faster, so it doesn't drift as far. This is a big rocket, with a length of 68.8 inches and a diameter of 4.0 inches, so it will impress you with its size. It weighs over 5 lbs, so it is not a rocket that will fly so high that you won't see it the whole time it is in the air. It is a slow moving rocket that makes it a great platform for experimentation, like learning how to set up dual-deployment electronics. |
| | | The Apogee printed nylon parachutes are a favorite among rocketeers. Now we've expanded the line with three new sizes. There is a 12 inch version that works great in smaller diameter rockets like a BT-50 size tube, and for a pilot chute to pull a main chute out of a deployment bag. We also have two LARGE sizes for high power rockets. We've added a 48 inch and a 58 inch for those rockets that need a delicate landing. They all feature thin-mil ripstop nylon fabric that feels like silk, and a colorful printed pattern that makes them easier to see in the sky and on the ground. |
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“I have placed numerous orders with Apogee Rocketry over the years. In my rocket science teaching role, We often need to purchase items for build-from-scratch projects, although we do purchase kits as well. Apogee has the best selection of custom parts available that there is on this planet, and they are organized in an easy-to-use manner. Piecing together even a 2.6” diameter-based rocket project can be tedious, but it’s relatively painless using Apogee’s highly organized website. Also, Apogee ships, to use a phrase from West Central Texas, “Quick, Fast, and in a Hurry!” Their store-to-customer communication is simply the best there is. I also enjoy the Apogee “Peak of Flight” newsletters and especially appreciate the manufacturing updates. I can think of no better overall company for the enjoyment and/or serious study of rocketry than Apogee.” — Calvin Best | |
Communication Coordinator - Do you know rockets? We mean, really know them well? And do you know how to connect with people and get them excited about rocketry? This marketing position requires a person that can come up with a lot of strategies and ideas on how to grow a business. Technical writing ability is essential and required as well, as you'd have to produce innovative weekly newsletters and videos for our great customers. Located in the beautiful city of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Apogee Components is a fast-paced and innovative rocketry company that is a leader in rocket information and education. We're growing because we strive to have the products customers want, and ship them the same day. You'll enjoy being part of a small but close-knit and friendly team that pushes each other to be their best. If you think this could be you and you want to get into the rocketry industry, contact Tim through our contact form on our website. For additional information, see: https://www.apogeerockets.com/Company/Job_opportunities | |
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I need help with generating the bi-weekly newsletter articles since it takes a lot of effort to put them together. And I'm willing to pay big bucks for your help. So ask yourself, are you looking to earn some extra money? I'm now actively seeking writers for articles to appear in this newsletter. And I want unique and cutting-edge articles because that is what you want to read, right? I realize this, so to get articles from outside writers that have the same level of quality, I'm going to have to pay a lot of cash to make it worth it for them. So I've come up with a compensation package where I'll pay up to $350 for good how-to articles. Are you a writer, and does that interest you? That is a lot of cash! Far more than you'll get by writing for other magazines. And with over 23,000 worldwide subscribers, if you write for the Peak-of-Flight Newsletter, you'll gain a lot of notoriety. Writing for the Peak-of-Flight Newsletter is a great way to show off your rocketry projects and your technical expertise, at the same time as helping out other rocketeers. Imagine how great you'll feel knowing that you made a difference to the hobby. If you're interested in writing, see the guidelines on our site. | |
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