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Igniters and Recovery Wadding

Igniters are used to safely start the rocket engine burning. NEVER use a fuse and a match; always use an igniter that is controlled electronically. That way you can quickly abort the launch before a mishap occurs. Apogee Components has available a wide selection of igniters that will work with different types of rocket engines.

Wadding is used to protect the plastic or cloth parachute from the burning particles that are thrown forward when the ejection charge within the rocket motor is ignited. It keeps the chute from melting or getting tiny holes singed into the canopy.

Quest Q2Igniter "Q2" Igniters from Quest
The new Quest "Q2 Igniter" is a huge leap in reliability and convenience for modelers. They work in all 'black-powder' propellant rocket motors from 1/4A to E size (both Estes and Quest). More info button
Estes Igniter Estes Igniters
The classic igniter that comes with Estes motors More info button
Copperhead Igniter Copperhead Igniters
The copperhead is a unique design that looks like a single part. But actually, it is made from two copper foil strips; that are separated by a thin insulator. The insulator is actually an adhesive that bonds the two foil strips together. More info button
FIrst Fire Aerotech First Fire Igniters
The First Fire igniters come with long leads, giving you plenty of wire length to make hook-up fast and effortless with standard "micro-clips." More info button
First Fire Jr. igniter Aerotech First Fire Jr. Igniters
The First Fire Jr. Igniters are Aerotech's new 2-wire igniter that are designed for easy insertion into most all composite propellant motors. More info button
Wadding Quest Recovery Wadding
Whenever you launch a rocket, you need flame-resistant wadding inside to protect the parachute or streamer from being melted into a plastic wad. This is good for small rockets. More info button
Quest Q2 Igniters Nomex® Parachute Protectors
This is a permanent form of recovery wadding. It protects the parachute from the heat of the ejection charge, preventing it from getting scorched. Comes in high-visibility orange color which also aids in finding the rocket if it lands in tall grass. More info button
clip whip Igniter Clip Whips
A clip whip is used to hook up several igniters at the same time. This makes the indispensable for launch rockets with clustered motors. The alligator clips on the ends allow them to be used with any type of igniter. More info button

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