ckjohnson
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Hey everyone,
I'm getting ready to build a 1515 rail launch pad. I need a large rail for my L3, and our club needs a nice sized rail, so I'm doing it. I have a few questions about the rail though:
1. The different types of 1515 rail are 1515, 1515 light, and 1515 ultra-light. I'm trying to figure out if I need the 1515, or if the 1515 ultra-light would work. Does anyone have experience with the different types?
2. I'm deciding on whether to build a 6' rail or an 8' rail. My Hyperloc 1600 will have PLENTY of velocity leaving an 8' rail, and will have enough velocity leaving a 6' rail. There's not really a disadvantage to a longer rail as far as rocket performance, correct? The reason I am considering a 6' over an 8' is for ease of transportation. Any comments?
I'm going to build it using square steel tubing for the legs and frame. The rail will pivot down to horizontal for mounting the rocket, then stand up and bolt into the upright position for launch.
I'm getting ready to build a 1515 rail launch pad. I need a large rail for my L3, and our club needs a nice sized rail, so I'm doing it. I have a few questions about the rail though:
1. The different types of 1515 rail are 1515, 1515 light, and 1515 ultra-light. I'm trying to figure out if I need the 1515, or if the 1515 ultra-light would work. Does anyone have experience with the different types?
2. I'm deciding on whether to build a 6' rail or an 8' rail. My Hyperloc 1600 will have PLENTY of velocity leaving an 8' rail, and will have enough velocity leaving a 6' rail. There's not really a disadvantage to a longer rail as far as rocket performance, correct? The reason I am considering a 6' over an 8' is for ease of transportation. Any comments?
I'm going to build it using square steel tubing for the legs and frame. The rail will pivot down to horizontal for mounting the rocket, then stand up and bolt into the upright position for launch.