RocketManDan
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I have to rebuild my rocket I destroyed, which had a 3x24 cluster mount. I used 1/8" lite ply for the rings. This time around I'll be using the thicker LOC engine tubes and I was considering making my center rings out of the thick card stock that they sell at Apogee. I have a few pieces left and thought maybe I should use them up and this way I won't need to place another order and it will keep the weight down.
https://www.apogeerockets.com/centering_rings.asp#Cardstock
I know I can have Bill BMS custom make the rings to fit the thicker tubes, but if I went that route I would like to place a big order not only for clusters, but a variety of different sizes and right now I'm not sure what my next few builds are going be.
My main concern using the card stock rings is how long they will last. I know the engines will be producing a lot of heat, but then again I'll be using the thicker tubes so this might be reduced. I just don't want the rings to fry like my old thinner engine tubes I used on my last rocket. I will more than likely add small tabs to add extra strength and reinforce the rings.
Any feed back is appreciated. Thanks
https://www.apogeerockets.com/centering_rings.asp#Cardstock
I know I can have Bill BMS custom make the rings to fit the thicker tubes, but if I went that route I would like to place a big order not only for clusters, but a variety of different sizes and right now I'm not sure what my next few builds are going be.
My main concern using the card stock rings is how long they will last. I know the engines will be producing a lot of heat, but then again I'll be using the thicker tubes so this might be reduced. I just don't want the rings to fry like my old thinner engine tubes I used on my last rocket. I will more than likely add small tabs to add extra strength and reinforce the rings.
Any feed back is appreciated. Thanks