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Payload Adapters

Assembly

Standardized mechanical interfaces, separation rings and rail ports, that mate each satellite class to the dispenser hardpoints. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.

Payload Adapters parts and their functions

5 top-level parts · 17 parts in total · full bill of materials below
Payload Adapters parts diagram: 1 adapter cone, 2 lightband interface ring, 3 CubeSat rail port, 4 interface shim kit, 5 fastener set. 17 parts in 5 top-level items.
Payload Adapters parts diagram. Numbers match the table below; each box is one top-level part or assembly with what it contains.
#PartQtyWhat it does
1 Adapter Cone 4× Per-satellite interface cones
2 Lightband Interface Ring 4× 8-24 inch bolt circles
3 CubeSat Rail Port 2× Canisterized rail ports
4 Interface Shim Kit 1× Interface shim kit
5 Fastener Set 6× Adapter bolt sets

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Bill of materials for Payload Adapters

5 top-level lines · 5 rows shown · 17 parts total · indented to 3 levels
# Item / sub-assembly Part no. Qty/assy Ext. qty Parts Type
1 Adapter Cone satellite-dispenser-adapter-cone 4× 4 · part
2 Lightband Interface Ring satellite-dispenser-lightband-interface 4× 4 · part
3 CubeSat Rail Port satellite-dispenser-cubesat-rails 2× 2 · part
4 Interface Shim Kit satellite-dispenser-matchdrill-shims 1× 1 · part
5 Fastener Set fastener-set 6× 6 · part

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Where the payload adapters is used

1 product across 1 domain contain it, directly or inside a sub-assembly

Used in 1 assembly

Sourcing: possible vendors

Browse the supplier directory → Prices, MOQ, and lead times are algorithmic estimates, not quotes, and not claims about these companies. Company mappings are curated by keyword; est. price band $0.50–$100. How estimates work
VendorHQSpecialtyMOQLead time
🇨🇳Foxconn
foxconn.com ↗
Shenzhen, CN Electronics contract mfg 1,000 pcs 6–10 wks
flex.com ↗ Singapore Electronics contract mfg 1,000 pcs 6–10 wks
dixoninfo.com ↗ Noida, IN Electronics contract mfg 1,000 pcs 6–10 wks
bydelectronic.com ↗ Shenzhen, CN Electronics contract mfg 1,000 pcs 6–10 wks
🇸🇬Venture Corp
venture.com.sg ↗
Singapore Electronics contract mfg 1,000 pcs 6–10 wks