38mm Avionics Bay

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Are there any commercially produced 38mm Av bays available for purchase, or is this typically something that is made from scratch? I've searched around a little and haven't stumbled across any. All I really need is the sled portion. Thanks for any info you might have.
 
Apogee Components and PML have ebays that are designated for 38 mm, I believe they include the sled also. See the following links:

https://www.apogeerockets.com/Electronics_Payloads/Electronic_Bays/38mm_Blue_Ebay


https://publicmissiles.com/product/payloadbays

Of note, 38mm is 1.5 inches, so if not designated for 38 mm -you want to buy/build a sled that is smaller than 1.5 inches across and also remember to incorporate the width of the 2 all threads if they are to be used. If you don't have access to a 3-D printer, then making a sled from plywood only requires a saw and drill. There are several examples on TRF. Good luck.

Fred, L2
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I just put together a 38mm Av bay for my new Blackhawk 38 and I used this. You will need 2 pieces of 10-24 all thread, but these components
saved me from building a conventional sled. I didn't use a 9v battery in the battery box but a small lipo fits nice and secure in it. I used a MW RRC2
for my altimeter but I bet a Mini would mount up fine. I also used a MW screw switch mounted on the opposite side of the sled. 38mm AV Bays can
be kinda tricky but these parts made it a breeze. I can post pics if interested.https://www.missileworks.com/store/#!/RRC2-38mm-9V-Modular-Sled-System/p/35226720/category=9045099
 
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Thanks for all of the help guys. I ended up ordering the sled from MW that Captbk mentioned. Pretty sweet little deal. I would have probably already ordered the one form Appogee earlier but they were sold out.
 
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