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GO BOX Launch System

The GO BOX is a simple, inexpensive system that will fire any igniter. It uses any 12 volt battery (or your car battery with the optional cigar lighter plug) to provide plenty of power. The LED transistorized continuity circuit will not set off a flashbulb or a sensitive igniter like an electric match.

The standard GO BOX power cable comes with small battery clamps suitable for gel cells, lantern batteries and the like. You can select a cigar lighter plug at no extra charge, to connect to your car battery without opening the hood, or to a jump-starter.

The 25 foot pad cable to the launch pad is connected to the GO Box through a standard RCA pin plug. Audio extension cords can be used to increase the distance between the box and the pad, or you can order 25 foot extension cords from us.

SIXPACK Multiple Launch Controller

The SIXPACK is perfect for clubs and large groups. It controls up to six launch pads from a central Launch Control box. Any 12 volt battery may be used to power the system. Any launch pads may be used.

Six cables are supplied, with clips to attach to the igniter leads. You will require six standard two-prong or three-prong extension cords of whatever length is needed for the size of the rockets, to go between the Launch Control box and the cables at the pads. These are inexpensive and readily available at local stores. For a list of required distances between the launch pad and controller, see the NAR Safety Code.

Each of the six channels has its own LED continuity test circuit, its own Safe/Armed switch, and its own ignition button. One master key controls power to all six channels. Since each pad has its own cable you can set them up for different distances; many clubs have four close-in pads for A-D powered rockets, a mid-power pad at 50 feet, and an “away cell” for big stuff at 100 feet. With the Sixpack, you can control them all with one central unit and one battery.

Pad Relay Module

The Pad Relay Module (PRM) converts your conventional 12 volt launcher into a high power relay ignition system.

The PRM connects a 12 volt battery at the pad directly to your igniters through a 40-amp relay and heavy gauge cable. You can attach any suitable 12 volt battery to the PRM, from a gell cell or nicad pack to a deep-discharge marine battery.

Any launch system capable of supplying 12 volts can be used to activate the PRM. The system’s igniter clips are attached to the clamps on the PRM, and the power from the system closes the relay. Batteries not included.

Pocket Igniter Tester

Our Pocket Igniter Tester will help you prevent misfires, failed deployment, and failed cluster ignition. This tiny device has a transistorized circuit that sounds a tone when there is a complete circuit between the micro clips and the button on the tester is pressed.

The Pocket Igniter Tester uses the same 12v battery as our MicroBeacon (catalog number MBB-12). A fresh battery will last for years. All electronic parts are potted and sealed for durability. The current used by the Pocket Igniter Tester is safe to test common low-current igniters such as Oxral or Daveyfire electric matches.

MicroBeacon

The Microbeacon is a lightweight (1 oz with battery) small (fits in BT-20) device to help you find your rocket after it lands. Snap in the battery, and put a wrap of tape around it to secure it. Loop the Kevlar® lanyard through your nose cone eye screw, or tie it to your shock cord, and tuck the MicroBeacon into your rocket on top of the chute.

The MicroBeacon is not loud; if it were, it would have to be bigger and heavier. However, because of the warbling tone it generates, it’s easy to hear under most conditions. A fresh battery should power the Microbeacon for at least 48 hours; we’ve had reports of them working for three days. (24 hours of testing was all we could stand.)