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Apogee Rocketry Workshop #422:

What Tools Do You Need for Building Skill Level 2 Model Rockets?

Advanced Construction VideoIn this video, we dive into the basic tools you'll need to elevate your model rocketry skills to Skill Level 2! Building on the foundation laid in our previous video about Skill Level 1 tools, we now explore the advanced equipment that will help you tackle more complex and rewarding rocket projects.

What You'll Discover:

  • A detailed overview of each tool, including:
    • Razor Saw: Perfect for cutting through thick or tough wood.
    • Pliers: Both regular and needle-nose for bending and gripping.
    • Thicker and Longer Wood Dowels: Essential for ejecting stuck rocket motors.
    • Screw Drivers: Flat head and Phillips head for assembling screw-held components.
    • Safety Gear: Including safety glasses and dust masks for protection.
    • CyA Adhesive: Speed up assembly with this quick-curing glue.
    • Super Glue Accelerator: Cures super glue instantly, saving you time.
    • Masking Tape: Fine line tape for precision painting.
    • Tweezers and Needle Files: For handling delicate parts and sanding in tight spaces.
    • Forseps: Helpful for clamping parts together during assembly.
    • Spent Rocket Motors: Useful for ensuring precise assembly.

Join us as we equip your tool chest for successful rocket building and prepare you for the exciting challenges ahead!

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Newest Products From Apogee Components

Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves!

Featherweight

Blue Jay PLUS Altimeter

Featherweight Ground Station for the GPS Tracker

COMING SOON! - We have these in stock, but we're waiting on the software app to be updated.

The Featherweight Blue Jay PLUS is a new entry-level altimeter that does dual-deployment, and a whole lot more. Use it to: 

  • Dual Deployment so you don't have to walk so far to get your rocket
  • Electronic Staging - for high altitude flights (this is the PLUS version)
  • Data logging - so you can record and analyze you're rocket's flight 
  • Can be set up like a Chute Release for rockets with very small tubes
  • Simple set-up via a bluetooth app on your smart phone
  • Doesn't require a separate power switch - turns on/off with a wave of a strong magnet (the magnet is included!)

It is the smallest dual-deployment altimeter on the market, at 1.454"L x 0.657"W x 0.482"H and it will fit into a BT-20 (18mm dia) tube. 

They will fly off the shelf, so get one today!


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Enhance the recovery reliability of your rocket with our 750-lb braided Kevlar shock cord, a great choice for mid-power rockets. Whether you're a seasoned rocketeer or just starting out, our 750-lb braided Kevlar shock cord is the perfect solution for your mid-power rocket needs, providing a sturdy and dependable connection between your rocket and recovery system. Available by the foot, customize the length to fit your specific rocket design and take advantage of the superior performance and reliability that only Kevlar can provide. Try it today, and see what difference it makes for your rocket.


 

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