Estes is the world's leading manufacturer of model rocket engines, kits, and accessories, inspiring hobbyists with safe and educational rocketry experiences.
Estes Industries, often known as Estes Rockets, is the pioneer and premier manufacturer of model rocketry products in the world. Founded in 1958, the company revolutionized the hobby by developing safe, mass-produced solid-propellant model rocket engines, making rocketry accessible to enthusiasts of all ages. Headquartered in Penrose, Colorado, Estes is a cornerstone of STEM education, providing the tools and resources for students and hobbyists to explore aerodynamics and aerospace engineering safely.
The brand offers a comprehensive range of products, including ready-to-fly rockets, build-it-yourself kits for various skill levels, launch systems, and altitude trackers. Estes is renowned for its commitment to safety, adhering to the National Association of Rocketry (NAR) code. From backyard launches to competitive events, Estes continues to be the most trusted name in model rocketry, fueling the imagination of future scientists and engineers.
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If a misfire occurs, remove the key from the launch controller and wait one minute before approaching the rocket. Disconnect the micro-clips, remove the engine, and discard the used starter. Install a new starter, ensuring the tip touches the propellant, and attempt the launch again.
For balsa wood and paper body tubes, yellow wood glue is recommended. For kits containing plastic parts, use plastic cement or a CA (cyanoacrylate) adhesive as specified in the instructions.
The required field size depends on the engine size. Generally, a field of at least 500 feet (152 meters) square is recommended for smaller engines (Class A/B), while larger engines require significantly more space, up to 1000 feet square, to ensure safe recovery.
Recovery wadding is flame-resistant paper inserted into the body tube between the engine and the parachute. It protects the recovery system specifically from the hot ejection gases produced during the flight sequence.
Date codes are often found on the decals or the packaging. It is recommended to record this date in your instruction manual for future reference regarding warranty or support.