Thermal Control Unit

The CAVU TCU1 Satellite Thermal Control Unit is a robust and customizable thermal management solution designed to support the long-term reliability and optimal performance of satellite systems in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Built with an FPGA and SoC-based architecture, the TCU provides precise, adaptable, and radiation-resistant temperature control, making it ideal for a wide range of satellite applications.
Key Features:

Mission-Ready Reliability: Designed to withstand harsh space environments with radiation immunity and support mission lives of up to 5 years.
High Precision: Temperature control accuracy of ±0.2°C, supporting mission-critical components with exacting thermal requirements.
High Channel Count: Supports up to 110 thermal sensor inputs and 50 heater control channels for versatile thermal regulation.
Low Power Consumption: Operates on less than 4W (excluding heaters) for efficient, long-duration performance.
Real-Time Monitoring: Programmable update rate faster than 1Hz for continuous monitoring and control.
SEU Immune FPGA-Based Design: Flash-based architecture provides immunity to SEUs for dependable operation in radiation-exposed environments.
Customizable Configuration: Supports various thermal sensors (thermistors, RTDs, thermocouples) and customizable voltage options for tailored mission needs.
Advanced Heater Control: 50 output channels with up to 5A control per channel and voltage control ranging from 1V to 28V (60V optional).
Compact and Lightweight: Weighs just 1.1kg with dimensions of 160×170×40mm, designed for easy integration with various satellite platforms.