Rattworks AARD Advanced Retention Release Device

The Rattworks AARD Advanced Retention Release Device for rocketry electrically initiated pyrotechnic events is a pyro activated quick release device.

Among the many uses of the product where a substantial load needs to be freed in milliseconds is parachute deployment, parachute reefing, payload extraction, airframe primary or secondary release.

The Rattworks ARRD has been manufactured to the highest aerospace standards, it has been proof load tested by an aerospace testing lab to 2,000 lbs.  

It is not to be used for lifting objects, its only to be used as a remote release mechanism.  

It can be attivated by air pressure instead of pyrodex.

Download the Assembly Instructions:

Assembly instructions (2.7MB PDF)

Partially Disassembled Unit Shown Above

To Reload the Unit You Need an Electric Match, a Small Pyrodex Charge, and a Narrow Screwdriver