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XL Pro Series for 8 - 103 kg UAV
XL Pro Series for 8 - 103 kg UAV
Skycat XL series offers amazing weight to performance ratio for heavy drones.
XL84 for 8-14 kg sUAV
Max. weight: 20 kg / 44 lbs
69 J impact energy at 8,1 kg / 17.8 lbs
5 m/s descent velocity at 11,9 kg / 26.2 lbs
Folding after eject can be made by a customer
XL96 for 10-19 kg sUAV
Max. weight: 25 kg / 55 lbs
69 J impact energy at 9,2 kg / 20.3 lbs
5 m/s descent velocity at 15,5 kg / 34.2 lbs
Folding after eject can be made by a customer
XL120 for 16-30 kg sUAV
Max. weight: 40 kg / 88 lbs
69 J impact energy at 11,5 kg / 25.4 lbs
5 m/s descent velocity at 24,3 kg / 53.6 lbs
Folding after eject is made by Skycat
XL192 for 40-75 kg sUAV
Max. weight: 103 kg / 228 lbs
69 J impact energy at 18,5 kg / 40.8 lbs
5 m/s descent velocity at 62 kg / 136 lbs
Folding after eject can be made by a customer
Included in the package:
Main parachute and container (pre-packed)
X55-CF launcher and 48" pilot parachute
Skycat trigger unit
Pro harness lines
About shipping
XL84, XL96 and XL120 is shipped within 3-5 weeks from order. XL192 is shipped within 2-3 weeks from order.
Exceptional performance
XL systems are designed to offer best possible drag to weight ratio for large UAVs.
The main parachute container unfolds completely flat, releasing the parachute in all orientations, even upside down. The powerful pilot parachute turns the UAV upright and starts to slow down the descent, while main parachute is deploying.
Required for operation:
Eject radio(s): You can connect to your aircraft's receiver or use a dedicated radio.
Power source: Flight battery or a dedicated battery
Launcher mount: Copter-specific or generic mount for X55 pilot parachute launcher. You can also make your own. – see Store for available mounts.
Optional:
Extra triggers for each additional radio or eject command source, such as autopilot or camera operator radio.
Specifications
Skycat XL84
Impact: 69 J at 8,1 kg / 17.8 lbs
Speed: 5 m/s at 11,9 kg / 26.2 lbs
Weight: 790 g / 1.7 lbs, total weight
456 g / 1 lbs, XL container and main parachute
Container dimensions: 26,5 x 12 x 5 cm / 10.4 x 4.7 x 2 in
Minimum recommended deployment altitude: 20-25 m*
Pilot parachute: Fruity Chutes IFC-48-S (Effective deployed diameter: 48 in / 1,22 m)
Main parachute: Modified Fruity Chutes IFC-84-S
Effective deployed diameter: 84 in / 2,13 m
Manufacturer's weight limit (if opened in freefall): 20 kg / 44 lbs
Skycat XL96
Impact: 69 J at 9,2 kg / 20.3 lbs
Speed: 5 m/s at 15,5 kg / 34.2 lbs
Weight: 890 g / 2 lbs, total weight
556 g / 1.2 lbs, XL container and main parachute
Container dimensions (packed): 28 x 12 x 5 cm / 11 x 4.7 x 2 in
Minimum recommended deployment altitude: 20-25 m*
Pilot parachute: Fruity Chutes IFC-48-S (Effective deployed diameter: 48 in / 1,22 m)
Main parachute: Modified Fruity Chutes IFC-96-S
Effective deployed diameter: 96 in / 2,44 m
Manufacturer's weight limit (if opened in freefall): 25,4 kg / 56 lbs
Skycat XL120
Impact: 69J at 11,5 kg / 25.4 lbs
Speed: 5 m/s at 24,3 kg / 53.6 lbs
Weight: 1100 g / 2.4 lbs, total weight
760 g / 1.6 lbs, container and main parachute)
Container dimensions (packed): 20 cm x 14 cm x 7 cm / 7.9 x 5.5 x 2.8 in
Minimum recommended deployment altitude: 20-25 m*
Pilot parachute: Fruity Chutes IFC-48-S (Effective deployed diameter: 48 in / 1,22 m)
Main parachute: Modified Fruity Chutes IFC-120-S
Effective deployed diameter: 120 in / 3,05 m
Manufacturer's weight limit (if opened in freefall): 39,9 kg / 88 lbs
Skycat XL192
Speed: 5 m/s at 62 kg / 137 lbs
Weight: 2400 g / 5.3 lbs, total weight
1700 g / 3.8 lbs, container and main parachute)
Container dimensions (packed): 26 cm x 21 cm x 10 cm / 10.2 x 8.3 x 4 in
Minimum recommended deployment altitude: 20-50 m*
Pilot parachute: Fruity Chutes IFC-48-S (Effective deployed diameter: 48 in / 1,22 m)
Main parachute: Modified Fruity Chutes IFC-192-S
Effective deployed diameter: 192 in / 4.87 m
* ) As tested over numerous test cycles in Finland's varying weather. Real-life deploy distances are subject to wind speed, wind direction, quality of chute folding, and other irregularities of the particular situation. Pilot chute starts effective deceleration within 15 meters from launch altitude.
Descent metrics for IFC-84-S parachute
| Drone weight, kg | Descent speed, m/s | Impact energy, joules | Freefall equivalent, meters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 4.1 | 66.4 | 0.9 |
| 10 | 4.6 | 103.8 | 1.1 |
| 12 | 5.0 | 149.5 | 1.3 |
| 14 | 5.4 | 203.5 | 1.5 |
| 16 | 5.8 | 265.7 | 1.7 |
| 17 | 5.9 | 300.0 | 1.8 |
| No parachute, comparison: | |||
| 10.0 | 50.0 | 12 500 | ∞ (infinity) |
Descent metrics for IFC-96-S parachute
| Drone weight, kg | Descent speed, m/s | Impact energy, joules | Freefall equivalent, meters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 3.6 | 50.9 | 0.7 |
| 10 | 4.0 | 79.5 | 0.8 |
| 12 | 4.4 | 114.5 | 1.0 |
| 14 | 4.7 | 155.9 | 1.1 |
| 16 | 5.0 | 203.6 | 1.3 |
| 18 | 5.4 | 257.7 | 1.5 |
| 20 | 5.6 | 318.1 | 1.6 |
| 22 | 5.9 | 384.9 | 1.8 |
| 23 | 6.1 | 420.7 | 1.9 |
| No parachute, comparison: | |||
| 10.0 | 50.0 | 12 500 | ∞ (infinity) |
Launcher
Model: Skycat X55-CF
Weight 157 grams / 5.54 oz
Diameter: 55 mm / 2.17 in
Length: 209 mm / 7.87 in
4 x M3 mounting threads at bottom
Temperature range: -25°C - +50°C / -13°F - +122°F (note: direct sunshine may heat black tube)
Trigger
Trigger weight: 26 - 66 grams depending on version and cable length on final installation. 30 cm cables supplied as standard.
Launch battery voltage: 3-4S; V2 Trigger
Launch battery voltage 3-6S; V3 Pro Trigger
Receiver voltage: 4.9V - 6.1V
Receiver power supply 5V/0.5A: V3 Pro Trigger
Comparing parachutes of different manufacturers
Different manufacturers declare parachute sizes based on various measurements, for example 60" and 4 sqm. Similar values might not result in similar drag coefficient. A parachute with 60 inch deployed diameter will have a better drag coefficient than a competitor with 60 inch material diameter. We select our parachutes for best available drag-to-weight ratio for best real-life performance.
U.S. Patent No. 9,611,044