How are AeroTech model rocket motors ignited?
AeroTech single use model rocket motors are ignited with a 2-wire initiator similar to that used in black powder model rocket motors. They can be ignited using the same electrical launch controllers used for black powder model rocket motors too. AeroTech reloadable model rocket motors are ignited using the AeroTech “Copperhead” initiator which requires a special clip and a 12 volt launch system. In either case the initiator must be placed at the top of the propellant core space, rather than just inside the nozzle as with black powder model rocket motors.
