PASCO ME-6617 User Manual
Instruction Sheet
for the PASCO
Model ME-6617
ROCKET ENGINE TEST BRACKET
012-06418A
10/97
$1.00
Introduction
The PASCO ME-6617 Rocket Engine Test Bracket is
designed for use with the PASCO CI-6537 Force Sensor
and a PASCO computer interface to determine the
magnitude of impulse of Estes model rocket engines
(series A D). By permitting the measurement of the
impulse of an Estes model rocket engine, the Rocket
Engine Test Bracket can augment rocketry studies, such
as those detailed in the Estes Educator Teacher
Resources1.
The Rocket Engine Test Bracket
should be used only in a supervised
class setting by personnel who are
familiar with the National Association
of Rocketry Safety Code and after
complying with any state regulations
for igniting rocket engines.
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For more information, contact Estes Industries, 1295
H. St., Penrose, CO 81240, 1-800-820-0202
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Equipment
Included:
Rocket Engine Test Bracket
Additional Required:
Estes Model Rocket Engine (series A, B, C, or D)
Estes launch controller
Large Rod Stand (ME-8735)
90 cm support rod (ME-8738)
Force Sensor (CI-6537)
Science Workshop and a PASCO computer inter-
face (300, 500, or 700)
computer
➤
Note: Because of its remote data logging
capability, the PASCO 500 Interface is the most
practical computer interface to use with the
Rocket Engine Test Bracket.
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Rocket Engine Test Bracket 012-06418A
➤ Read all the warnings and follow the instructions provided with the Estes Model Rocket Engine and Igniter.
➤ Review the National Association of Rocketry (NAR) Safety Code prior to igniting a rocket engine. Point
number 9 of the NAR Safety Code is of particular importance:
The system I use to launch my model rocket will be remotely controlled and electrically operated. It
will contain a launching switch that will return to off when released. The system will contain a
removable safety interlock in series with the launch switch. All persons will remain at least 15 feet (5
meters) from the model rocket when I am igniting model rocket engines totalling 30 newtonseconds
or less of total impulse . . . I will use only electrical igniters recommended by the engine manufacturer that will ignite model rocket engines within one second of actuation of the launching switch.
➤ Choose an asphalt or concrete launch area free of any combustible material, animals, or people.
➤ Use a remote electrical launching system that includes a safety key feature to ignite the model rocket engine.
Remote electrical launching is the only safe and approved way to ignite model rocket engines.
➤ Install igniters only when you are outdoors and almost ready to launch.
Important Safety Notes
➤ Wear safety glasses when installing the igniter and connecting the cables to the launch controller.
➤ Never put the safety key in the launch controller unless the exhaust area of the rocket engine is clear.
Otherwise, accidental ignition causing injury may result.
➤ Before igniting the rocket engine, check to be sure there are no objects, people, or animals near the exhaust of
the model rocket engine.
➤ Remove the safety key as soon as the rocket engine is ignited.
➤ Do not allow the igniter leads or alligator clips on the cables to touch each other.
➤ Wait 10 minutes after ignition of the rocket engine before touching the Rocket Engine Test Bracketit will
be hot.
➤ Comply with any regulations from your state or country for igniting rocket engines.
➤ Use ony Series AD Estes model rocket engines.
➤ In the event of a misfire, remove the safety key from the controller and wait 60 seconds before disconnecting
the micro-clips. Then replace the igniter.
➤ Never store or transport model rocket engines with igniters installed.
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