Flame resistant recovery wadding protects the recovery system and is necessary to launch model rockets. Although it looks like toilet paper or thin paper towel, it is NOT the same! Wadding is specially treated to protect your parachute and rocket from melting or exploding so you get the maximum enjoyment out of your model rocket.
#3556 - Pro Series II™ Recovery Wadding
Flame resistant recovery wadding is necessary for launching model rockets. It prevents melting and destruction of your rocket and parachute.
Enough wadding for 10-12 Pro Series II launches.
Enough wadding for 10-12 Pro Series II launches.
Can also be used with any Estes rockets!
The flame resistant wadding is required in most Estes rockets unless they are tumble recovery.
Contains 75 sheets, enough for about 18-25 flights and is absolutely necessary to launch model rockets.
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If you're in Calgary, AB or area here is a great site with a calendar so you can see rockets of all sizes being launched. They also have the info on the by-laws you need to stick with so you don't get a ticket launching those rockets Calgary Rocketry Association
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Tinfoil and wax paper work just as well and are much cheaper. Also you can buy almost all Rozzers products in bulk at your local hardware store for the same price as a small bottle. Cheers and happy hobbying
ReplyDeleteWe contacted the Calgary Model Rocketry Association and they say that tinfoil or wax paper should never be used in place of wadding. We have attached the email response from Garth below.
DeleteWe are verifying with Garth of the Calgary Model Rocketry Association as to if you can use the method of tinfoil or wax paper. Due to safety concerns, at this time, please do not use this method until we hear from Garth or another representative from the association.
ReplyDeleteWe contacted The Calgary Model Rocketry Association and here is their response to using materials other than wadding:
ReplyDeleteHi Val! It has been a while since I have been down to the store. Tinfoil, fiberglass insulation and wax paper are not good choices for parachute wadding. Fireproof crepe paper, or fireproof cellulose insulation from Home Depot or Lowes hardware will work fine. Paper towels or Kleenex tissue are also bad choices as they are not flame proof and can cause fires. Hope that helps!
Regards.
Garth