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Featured above is a normally open pyrovalve currently used on the Atlas launch vehicle prelaunch cool down sequence. This valve is capable of operating at -350° while flowing liquid nitrogen or liquid helium.

This valve has been fully qualified. In addition, the cartridge assembly meets all requirements of specification DOD-E-83578A.

This valve requires very strict cleaning procedures and exhibits no combustion gas blow-by or contamination.

Additional information concerning this and other pyrovalves is available directly from Conax Florida Corporation.

1801-090 Specification Sheet