Published: | 2010-11-13 |
Manufacturer: | Pratt Hobbies |
The following excerpt is from "Sport Rocketry". The intention is to allow guests to get a basic feeling about a kit. We strongly suggest that you get a copy of the referenced Sport Rocketry and read the entire article. Inside you will find many helpful hints in construction as well as other useful information. For more information, use the two links above.
(Sport Rocketry - Jul/Aug 1998 - page 32 - by Duane Wilkey)
"I must admit that at first I thought the product was a little pricey (especially when compared to the cost of cellulose insulation), but nylon parachutes aren't cheat so I decided to give his product a try."
"I followed the package's directions and attached the heat shield to my shock cord."
"If the directions are followed you'll end up with a "bag" that protects your chute and shock cord."
"Since the heatshield is a single layer of cloth it takes up very little room."
"I found that using it made my prep job a little bit easier than usual."
"Now it was time for flight-testing . . . J350 and a full ejection charge . . ."
"The only weird thing about the recovery was the "flag" flying from my shock cord."
"The Nomex was intact although it had black stains on it form the ejection charge. The stains are normal and do not weaken the product."
"All-in-all I am very satisfied with this product."
"Heatshields are available for tube diameters from 3/4 of an inch to 12 inches and come with a lifetime warranty."
The entire article gives the impression is that this product is a good choice for protecting your parachutes.
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