Cartridge Actuated Parachute Ejector

Cartridge Actuated Parachute Ejectors (CAPE) are devices used in the field of aviation and aerospace to deploy parachutes or other recovery systems. They are classified under the supply class Cartridge And Propellant Actuated Devices And Components, which falls under the supply group Ammunition And Explosives.

These ejectors consist of a cartridge, which contains a propellant charge, and a mechanical mechanism that is activated by the pressure generated by the cartridge. When the cartridge is fired, the pressure forces the mechanical mechanism to release and deploy the parachute or recovery system.

Cartridge Actuated Parachute Ejectors are commonly used in military aircraft, as well as in civilian applications such as emergency ejection systems for pilots and crew members. They provide a reliable and efficient means of deploying parachutes or recovery systems in critical situations.

It is important to note that the use and handling of Cartridge Actuated Parachute Ejectors require proper training and adherence to safety protocols, as they involve explosive materials.