Magnetic Torquer Assembly

MTA 0.2 & MTA Air Core 0.2

Ultra-Lightweight Magnetic Torquers for CubeSat ADCS

Next-generation attitude control — engineered for performance, compactness, and ultra-low power.

The MTA 0.2 (18 grams) and MTA Air Core 0.2 (64 grams) are next-generation magnetic torquers designed for high-efficiency attitude control in CubeSats. Engineered for performance, compactness, and ultra-low power consumption, these torquers represent one of the lightest and most advanced solutions available globally in the 0.2 Am² class.

Optimized for 1U to 3U satellite platforms, these torquers enable reliable detumbling and magnetic control while maintaining minimal impact on system mass and power budgets.

Key Features

Ultra-Lightweight Design

MTA 0.2 at just 18g and Air Core at 64g — designed for mass-constrained CubeSat missions for higher payload allocation.

High Magnetic Moment

Magnetic dipole moment of 0.2 Am² — sufficient for detumbling, momentum dumping, and basic attitude stabilization.

Low Power Consumption

Operating at 3.3V / ~0.15W — minimal load on satellite power systems, ideal for energy-constrained small satellites.

CubeSat Optimized

Compatible with 1U, 2U, and 3U satellite platforms. Compact form factor for seamless ADCS integration.

Variants

Two configurations to match your mission's precision and mass requirements.

MTA 0.2 (Core-Based)

MTA 0.2 Core-Based
  • Compact and highly efficient magnetic design
  • Lower mass — 18 grams
  • Optimized for missions with strict mass constraints

MTA Air Core 0.2

MTA Air Core 0.2
  • Air-core design eliminates magnetic hysteresis effects
  • Improved linearity and control precision
  • Preferred for missions requiring higher control accuracy

Technical Specifications

Complete technical parameters of the MTA 0.2 series

Parameter Specification
Magnetic Moment0.2 Am²
Operating Voltage3.3 V
Power Consumption~0.15 W
Mass (MTA 0.2)18 grams
Mass (Air Core 0.2)64 grams
Control TypeCurrent-driven
ApplicationMagnetic attitude control
Compatible Satellite Class1U to 3U CubeSats

Applications

Satellite Detumbling

Rapid stabilization after deployment from launch vehicle. Reduces angular velocity to safe operational levels quickly and efficiently.

Attitude Control Support

Works in conjunction with magnetometers and reaction wheels to enable basic attitude correction and control throughout the mission lifecycle.

Momentum Management

Used for desaturation of reaction wheels and maintaining long-term attitude stability across the complete orbital mission duration.

Advantages

The MTA 0.2 series provides a high-performance, low-mass, and power-efficient solution for CubeSat attitude control — enabling reliable detumbling and magnetic control without compromising payload capacity or power budget.

  • Mass Efficiency — One of the lightest magnetic torquers in its class globally
  • Energy Efficiency — Compatible with small solar panels and limited battery capacity
  • High Reliability — Simple electromagnetic design, no moving parts, long operational life
  • Ease of Integration — Standard interface, compatible with common CubeSat ADCS architectures

Particularly Suited For

Early-Stage Satellite Missions
Academic & Research Satellites
Commercial CubeSat Constellations

Interested in MTA 0.2?

Get in touch with our team to discuss how the MTA 0.2 series can meet your CubeSat attitude control requirements.

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