Tech-Pak Scratch Build Rocket Kit

Advanced Skill

Do you need a challenging rocket kit for your advanced or older students? The Tech-Pak rocket is the perfect rocket for you. This Tech-Pak rocket was originally designed for the Industrial Technology teacher who wants their students to scratch build rockets. This rocket provides them with an insight to the manufacturing process. Using the contents of this unique kit, students roll their own body tube using gummed paper and cut out the card stock fins to complete the rocket.WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, fine sandpaper, yellow glue, hobby knife and sponge. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters, and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).Specifications:

• Recommended Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5
• Projected Max Altitude: 1000 ft. (305 m)
• Recovery Type: 12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute
• Length: 15.1 In. (38.4 cm)
• Diameter: 0.98 in. (25 mm)
• Estimated Weight: 1 oz. (28.1 g)
• Estimated Assembly Time: 2 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included)
• Fin Materials: Cardstock
• Launch System: Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller
• Launch Rod Size: 1/8"
• Age Recommendation: Estes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages.