Flight-Ready Cameras for Space
Raptor has developed unique Space Heritage, with cameras flying in optical payloads on several live LEO CubeSat missions operating at an altitude between 160 to 2,000 kilometers flying at approximately 17,000 mph. Some of their cameras have been operational for over 24 months. Raptor offers LEO camera solutions from UV (180nm) to SWIR (1700nm). They also offer flight-ready COTS options as well as custom OEM designs in platforms from 1U to 10U.
Camera cores are SWaP optimised, athermalised and ruggedised to withstand launch conditions and maintain optical performance while being exposed to the extreme operating conditions experienced in the space environment. Raptor’s in-depth knowledge and experience allow them to work with OEMs and integrators to offer unique custom design features that meet your imaging requirements. Raptor offers flight-ready COTS options as well as custom OEM designs.
Space features include:
• Robust, compact and a thermalised structural design for 1U-12U Payloads
• Lightweight custom layout and design – Results in reduced launch cost
• Extended operating temperature from -40°C to +71°C
• Radiation tolerant – Designed and tested to withstand 16 krad
• Ruggedised connectors – Single 80-pin Samtec connector – other options available
• Class 3a manufactured PCBs with solder standard IPC J-STD-001GS
• Optional conformal board coatings
• Flexi-rigid electronics to fit specific EO space systems
• Customised mechanics finished in Surtec 650
• Vented screws where necessary and options for bonding/staking material
• Flat front or removable lens mounts
• Advanced video enhancement and signal processing features – Optimising image quality and output in real-time.
Flight-Ready cameras for UV, VIS, NIR and SWIR wavelengths.
To find out more about Raptor’s space heritage, experience and capabilities, or to discuss your LEO optical payload requirements please contact our Technical Sales Manager, Dr. Luke Nicholls by email or call (01372) 378822.
