Key highlights

The RBL 12U (Remove Before Launch) is a mechanically simple, minimalistic and very solid, CNC machined, sturdy and thick device with very few failure points.

They are mechanically actuated by loaded compression springs and have contacts made of solid Beryllium Copper alloy 0.5mm thick for extreme redundancy. Contact between plates has an area of 115 mm2 and a hard casing made of PEEK.

Key features

Extremely simple and reliable design
Beryllium Copper 0.5mm thick plates actuated by compression springs
Very low part count
Sturdy, thick and over-engineered design that works every time, all the time
Very high electrical and thermal loads supported
Mechanically minimalistic, compression spring operated
Custom configurable choice of mechanical mating and screws
Designed for CubeSat (<50kg) applications, missions and requirements.
Manufactured according to NASA and ESA space standards and materials.
Repetitive functional and performance tests provided with documentation.

Flight heritage

TRL9 since 2013, 40+ missions

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Distributors

WWW.CUBESAT.MARKET

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Last updated: 2026-05-13