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Lot #6278
Apollo CM RCS Explosive Valve and Signal Conditioner

Apollo CM RCS Explosive Valve and Signal Conditioner

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Apollo CM RCS Explosive Valve and Signal Conditioner

Two items: first, an unused Command Module signal conditioner, 2 x 1.5 x 2.5, manufactured by Space Sciences, Inc. and bearing part number “ME 901-338-0100.” Date stamped November 20, 1965, with NASA, North American, and manufacturer inspection stamps, as well as contract number “NAS 9-150,” and manufacturing number “0003016.” Bottom bears an affixed swatch of Velcro. This component may have been related to processing signals from temperature sensors. Second, an unused Apollo Command–Service Module explosive valve, 1.25 x 4 x 1.25, manufactured by Pelmec Division Quantic Ind., Inc, with part number “ME 284–0328–0001” serial number “3007,” and model number “1199B.” Reverse of valve is engraved “100122803 007.” Includes the original North American tag dated May 13, 1966, bearing matching part numbers and North American and NASA stamps, and the original plastic bag bearing a partial orange "Pressurization" label. This valve has 2 separate sockets for explosive squibs to give redundancy; igniting the squib would cause the valve to close (squibs not present). In overall fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space And Aviation Auction
  • Dates: #474 - Ended April 21, 2016