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Next Generation RRC2+ and RRC2L Release
Originally Published 11/11/2024

Your Rocket Recovery just got a serious upgrade!  Whether you're an experienced rocketeer or just starting your high-power journey, these advanced altimeters offer the perfect combination of simplicity, reliability, and cutting-edge technology.  


Both RRC2 models feature upgraded "IntelliFET" event  outputs, making them fully compatible with the latest lithium battery technologies. You’ll experience longer run times, improved power density, and on-demand lithium power, letting you push your rockets to the limit.  And fear not, 9-Volt batteries will continue to provide reliable performance with all our RRC2 altimeters.


With the RRC2+’s simple DIP Switch interface, configuring your altimeter has never been easier. Adjust settings quickly and accurately.  The user-friendly design ensures that even newer rocketeers can get up and flying fast, while experienced users will appreciate the streamlined operation. Forget flipping through pages of a manual, as all the essential setup instructions are printed right on the PCB silkscreen!


For those who want even more control, the RRC2L takes ease of use to the next level. Featuring an LCD interface, the RRC2L offers a highly intuitive way to program and fine-tune your altimeter settings. Navigate through options easily and make precise adjustments with just a few button clicks. Rocketeers will love the ability to see real-time feedback and program their RRC2L with a clear, visual interface—right at their fingertips..

New Sled Designs for the RRC2/RRCC3+
Originally Published 11/11/2024

We've redsigned our 3D-printed modular sleds to reflect the new form-factor changes to the RRC3+ altimeter platform.  The new sled designs feature a harmonized, multi-purpose layout, supporting the mounting of both the RRC2's and RRC3+ altimeters.  In addition, there are several new added attributes, making these new sled designs even more versatile than before.  Some of these new attributes include:

  • All 54mm-98mm models now include built in screw-switch mounts
  • The 38mm version now supports dual a purpose Li-Ion and 9V alkaline batteries.
  • The 75mm sleds now provide single or  redundant altimeter mounting.
  • The 98mm sleds provide dual and triple redundancy configurations.

RRC3+ Altimeter Release
Originally Published 5/24/2024

The RRC3+ Altimeter is our newly redesigned version of the RRC3 "Classic" that's been in service for the past decade. It's loaded with upgraded features and also sports a smaller, more compact form factor.  Measuring only 2.56" (65mm) x 1" (25.5mm) it mounts identically to the RRC2+ and RRC2L.  It's also impervious to Lithium Battery discharge current using upgraded "IntelliFET" output events.  We've also upgraded to a 4A capable "IntelliFET" Aux output for enhanced staging or cluster ignitions.  The RRC3+ supports all standard m3 Components (LCD Terminal, UDC interface, Bluetooth) and RTx Tethering.  It's still 9V Alkaline battery capable and supports button programmable operations.

UDC USB Interface Release
Originally Published 5/24/2024

The UDC Interface (USB Data Cable) is our new, lower cost m3 (Missile Works Mini Module) component,  providing USB interface capability and data transfer between the RRC3, RRC3+, or the RTx System and a host Windows computer. Use the UDC interface with the mDACS Windows based application software to upload flight data, settings, detailed diagnostics, and run RRC3, RRC3+ altimeter flight simulations.  The unit features a 3' USB A extension cable, 4"'x 2mm adapter cable, a CH340 USB Interface PCB with diagnostic Power, TX, and RX LED's.

RTx and T3-XB Tracker Systems are Back in Production
Originally Published 6/10/2023

Nearly 18 months after the post-pandemic silicon depletion, Digi is FINALLY trickling out the XBee Radio modules we use for both RTx and T3 Systems.  This production trickle comes after repeated pushback to delivery dates since December of 2021.  As I've kept track of this shortage, I've seen this delivery pushback at least 5 times since stock went dry in the western hemisphere.  We're pleased to be able to offer up these GPS Tracker Systems again now that there appears to be regular radio delivery dates on the horizon.  We are still offering the T3-LX version of the T3 System with effectively identical radio performance using the less-expensive LINX ISM radios for a significant savings over the XBee Radio version.

Website V2.0 Relaunch
Originally Published 6/2/2023

After 10+ years of running in an obsoleted web content management tool, we finally took the plunge and updated our entire website from top-to-bottom and end-to-end.  These changes include a new web format, color scheme, and content refactoring along with a complete overhaul of our shopping cart system and all of its content.  The big lift on the shopping cart front was all the new product imagery "harmonizing" as the prior content over the years was showing a lot of age and disparity.  We've also launched some NEW content with our "Tech Corner" in an effort address a lot of the recurring questions and concerns we've encounted over the years.  We hope you enjoy the newer and fresher high-fidelity version of our site, and as always we appreciate all the continued support we continue to receive from the rocketry community.  Stay tuned for more "newness" and updates as we continue down the post-pandemic development pathway.

PET2+ V2.0 Release
Originally Published 6/2/2023

We've had repeated requests for our PET2+ Timer System ever since we had to sunset this board several years back due to the obsolescene of the original inertial sensor we used.  We finally got around to redesign with an "in production" sensor package. At the same time we also decided to change up the user programming interface convention to a simpler operation patterned after the RRC3 pushbutton convention.  Once all that redesign was finalized we made a small beta run and sent a few out into the wild for final shakedown.  We finally were all set to relaunch the PET2+ back in 2020, and then we had the pandemic which turned everything onto its head.  We're still feeling the ripple today to many silicon supply chains, and we finally were able to acquire some sensor stock to make our first production run.  The v2.0 version features a new, simplified user interface, and a slimmed down width of just 0.94" as we harmonzed parts with its RRC cousins.

T3-LX System Now Available
Originally Published 11/15/2022

Despite the continued silicon shortage and Digi's inability to manufacture and deliver the XBee Radio Module that's the integral heart of our T3 and RTx systems, we've created a new "T3-LX" version that's built on the +26dBm Linx ISM radios.  Not only does this have similar performance traits to the 250mW XBee radios, the manufacturer has spec'd these to provide over 8-miles of line-of-sight operation.  Just like the original T3, the radios provide the same private, interference-free operation you've come to expect from our XBee-based T3 and RTx systems.  In addition, this radio has a lower price point than Digi allowing us to drop the overall system price.
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