IWL 150 – Antrix

IWL 150

Payload Separation Mechanisms

ISRO Wedge Lock Separation system for 10Kg class satellites.
Solenoid based pin puller release.
System is having device level redundancy.
Fully resettable, Low shock, non-pyro technic, non-consumable and debris-free separation system.
Mounting I/F = 150mm

System mass:2 kg
System size: 224 mm x 209 mm x 91 mm
Relative velocity: 1-1.5 m/s
Inbuilt guiding feature to reduce the tip off rates.
Operating temperature & Vacuum: -15°c to +70°C, < 10 ^-5 torr
Power Supply
Current: 8-10 Amp
Voltage: 22-28 V
Separation time: < 25ms from command

Flight heritage: Successfully deployed PISAT in PSLV C35, INS - 1A, and INS-1B in PSLV C37