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3410 South Susan Street, Santa Ana, California 92704 U.S.A.
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Automatic Parachute Ripcord Release

Model 2101

This Mechanical Automatic Parachute Ripcord Release supercedes all know applications of either pyrotechnic or mechanical devices for premeditated or emergency requirements. Featuring adjustment to 20,000 feet above sea level combined with zero to eight seconds of actuation delay and with its increased force and stroke, it can satisfy a variety of applications for today's personnel and cargo application. The basic working mechanics can accept the different arming and power cable assemblies to provide a simple, cost effective, reliable device for various operational requirements. With a projected live of 10 to 15 years, this device will satisfy objectives into the 21st century.

Specification
Use To provide automatic opening of a parachute3 at a predetermined altitude
Type Mechanical
Control Barometric Pressure
Altitude Sea level up to 20,000 feet in 500 foot increments
Piston stroke 3.5 inches minimum
Power cable retraction 100 pounds at release point 40 pounds at 2.0 inch stroke
Arming force 20 + 5 pounds
Time delay 0 thru 8 seconds in .25 second increments
Weight 30 ounces
Feature No special tool required for arming or setting
Ordering Information
FXC Part No. Description
811-00156 Release, Mechanical, Parachute Ripcord, Automatic

NSN 1670-01-094-3821