MARK II MOTORIZED LIGHTBAND
- 100+ separations on-orbit / 100% flight success
- Low-height / Low-shock / Low-tipoff
- Non-pyrotechnic / pyro-pulse compatible
- Configurable to meet ISS redundancy requirements
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MLB MII Downloadable Documents
2000785G MkII MLB User Manual
2000781K MkII MLB Operating Procedure
2000827G MkII MLB Pack-Unpack Procedure
2002486A MLB Go No Go Stow Gauge
2000741E Transition Ring
2000843C Deploy Upper Ring Stop
4000845- Reduced SHC Screw
2002753- FLH Alignment Screw
MLB MkII Videos
The Mark II Motorized Lightband (MLB) is a space vehicle separation system. It is used to separate space vehicles from launch vehicles and to separate elements of launch vehicles. The Lightband is offered in a range of sizes from 8 to 38 inch bolt circle diameter.
The MLB is made of aluminum alloys. The lower ring has hinged leaves, springs, and a dual redundant release motor. The upper ring has a load-bearing hinge interface. The MLB can support up to 1200lb payloads, and has been in production for several years. The MLB has extensive flight heritage.
The Lightband is a patented, Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) technology. It is made with materials and methods consistent with high-reliability and Class-A space flight hardware.
See PSC Document 2000785 User’s Manual for Mark II Lightband for more information.
Sizes Available
| Bolt Circle Diameter [in] | Number of Fasteners [-] |
|---|---|
| 8.000 | 12 |
| 11.732 | 18 |
| 13.000 | 20 |
| 15.000 | 24 |
| 18.250 | 28 |
| 19.848 | 28 |
| 23.250 | 32 |
| 24.000 | 36 |
| 31.600 | 48 |
| 38.810 | 60 |