sealless pump for spatial market

Optimex, your trusted partner in the space market, provides high quality canned motor pumps for demanding space applications.
Our reliable, high-performance products are designed to meet the specific needs of space missions, providing a state-of-the-art solution for cooling and thermal management systems on satellites and space vehicles.

Rocket fuel pumps are critical components in the refueling process of rockets, especially when handling cryogenic liquids like cryogenic propane.

These pumps are designed to transfer extremely cold liquefied gases efficiently and safely, ensuring precise fuel delivery during the filling process.

Given the complexities of handling cryogenic liquids, the pumps must be highly reliable to prevent malfunctions or leaks that could jeopardize the mission.

Ensuring reliability in these pumps is essential for maintaining the integrity of rocket fueling operations and the overall success of space missions.

In space applications, such as on satellites, onboard pumps are essential for circulating cooling fluids in harsh and critical environments. These pumps must be designed to withstand shock, operate in vacuum conditions, and endure radiation exposure without failure.

Given the weight constraints in space missions, the pumps must also prioritize compactness and lightweight design, without compromising reliability.

Ensuring effective fluid circulation under these extreme conditions is vital for maintaining the satellite’s thermal control and overall mission success.

The development of such products requires extensive hours of research and development (R&D), often involving partnerships with research centers to innovate and refine technologies. Additionally, qualification testing in specialized laboratories is essential to ensure compliance with stringent industry standards. These tests are conducted to meet different construction standards, such as NASA SSQ 21635, which governs quality assurance in electronic components, or ESCC 3401/056, which focuses on ensuring the performance of electrical connectors in harsh space environments. Another key standard is the MIL-DTL-38999 SERIES III, which specifies the durability and reliability of connectors under extreme mechanical and environmental conditions, making them essential for space and military applications.

Adhering to these standards ensures that the pumps meet the highest quality and safety requirements, allowing them to operate reliably in the extreme conditions of space.